Memberships
Everyone is welcome at KMC Chicago. If you're interested in attending classes regularly, we invite you to become a member. Why become a member? Here are just a few of the benefits of a monthly membership:
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Free attendance at all weekly classes and 30 minute meditations
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Access to livestreaming of select weekly classes
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Substantial savings over the pay-as-you-go option, with certain membership levels receiving partial or full discounts on retreats, half-day, full-day, and full-weekend events
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Support the flourishing of Modern Buddhism in Chicagoland and throughout the world - your membership fees make our classes possible and support the creation of new Centers and Temples internationally
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Commit to your spiritual growth by giving Buddha's teachings a prominent role in your life
We offer four membership levels. You can see the benefits and cost of each below. All levels include free drop-in classes and access to livestreaming. If you’re experiencing financial hardship, find out about our free resources.
For monthly members:
Basic Member
45$Every month- General Program classes ("Drop-In Classes")
- 30-min Guided Meditations
- Livestream classes
Standard Member
90$Every month- General Program classes ("Drop-In Classes")
- 30-min Guided Meditations
- Livestream classes
- Kids Class
- 50% off half-day events
- 25% off full-day events
- Foundation Program (please inquire in order to enroll)
Plus Member
135$Every month- General Program classes ("Drop-In Classes")
- 30-min Guided Meditations
- Livestream classes
- Kids Class
- Free half-day events
- Half off full-day events
- FP or TTP (please inquire in order to enroll)
- Preliminary guide retreats
- January retreats
Benefactor Member
200$Every month- General Program classes ("Drop-In Classes")
- 30-min Guided Meditations
- Livestream classes
- Kids Class
- Free half-day events
- Free full-day events
- FP or TTP (please inquire in order to enroll)
- Preliminary retreats
- January retreats
- Empowerments
- Guest teacher events
Compare Levels: | Basic Member | Standard Member | Plus Member | Benefactor Member |
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Per Month | $45 | $90 | $135 | $200 |
General Program Classes | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
30-Min Guided Meditations | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
Livestream Classes | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
Kids Class | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | |
Half-Day Events | 50% off | ✔️ | ✔️ | |
Full-Day Events | 25% off | 50% off | ✔️ | |
Foundation Program * | ✔️ * | ✔️ * | ✔️ * | |
Teacher Training Program * | ✔️ * | ✔️ * | ||
Preliminary Guide Retreats | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||
January Retreats | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||
Empowerments | ✔️ | |||
Guest Teacher Events | ✔️ |
Please note: membership plans do not include the Midwest Dharma Celebration, away retreats, or public talks at venues other than KMC Chicago.
* Contact us for information about enrollment in Foundation Program or Teacher Training Program.