Ongoing Courses

Registration for Spring courses is open. Please read the course descriptions below and follow the links to register.

If you haven’t take our introductory class, Philosophy Works, click here:

The School’s courses assist students in realizing their full potential and are open to anyone curious about self-discovery, increased mindfulness, greater awareness, and insight into their true nature.  

The program of study is arranged in four levels, starting with Philosophy Works, followed by Foundation Courses, Continuing Philosophy, and Advanced Courses.

Ongoing Courses

Registration for Spring courses is open. Please check the location in the description and register below.

The School’s courses assist students in realizing their full potential and are open to anyone curious about self-discovery, increased mindfulness, greater awareness, and insight into their true nature.  

The program of study is arranged in four levels, starting with Philosophy Works, followed by Foundation Courses, Continuing Philosophy, and Advanced Courses.

Foundation Courses

Foundation Courses

Practical Philosophy continues after the Introductory Course with classes that advance and guide students to open their awareness more fully and connect more deeply within themselves. Each of the Foundation Courses, taken in sequence, covers a single theme that builds on the material introduced in Philosophy Works.

Philosophy 2: Happiness (Online)

There is an ancient saying: May all be happy, may all be without disease, may all have well-being and none be in misery of any sort. Like the verse, this course encourages people to find the happiness that exists inside themselves, dissolves conflict and creates harmony and health. The aim of philosophy is happiness.

Class begins Monday, April 8, 2024 and ends Saturday, June 15, 2024. Meeting Monday and Thursday Evenings from 7:00-8:45 PM, and Saturday Mornings at 10:00-11:45 AM. Fee $90

Philosophy 2: Happiness (In-person at Upper Manhattan, New York)

Meeting Monday evenings 7:00-8:45 PM, 12 East 79th Street New York, NY 10075. Fee $90.

Philosophy 2: Happiness (In-person at 41 White Street, New York, NY)

Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00-8:45 PM at 41 White Street, New York, NY 10013. Fee $90

Philosophy 3: Love (In-person at Wallkill, New York)

Classes begin Monday, April 8, 2024 and end Monday, June 10, 2024. Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00-8:45 PM, at 846 Borden Road Wallkill, NY 12589. Fee $90.

Philosophy 3: Love (Online)

Love unites and makes whole. But in a world where divisions of all kinds prevail, including those within ourselves, a conscious consideration of love is necessary. Through systematic inquiry and a set of practical exercises, Philosophy 3 aims to help students dissolve feelings of separation and become more aware of the pure love that lives inside us all.

Classes meet Monday from 7:00-8:45 PM. Online. Fee $90.

Philosophy 3: Love (In-person at Upper Manhattan, New York)

Classes meet Monday from 7:00-8:45 PM, 12 East 79th Street New York, NY 10075. Fee $90.

Philosophy 3: Love (Downtown LMC)

Classes meet Wednesday 7:00-8:45 PM, Downtown Manhattan. Fee $90.

Philosophy 4: Presence of Mind (Online)

Mind and its proper use. The subtle realm of mind. Three components of reason. Man’s essential nature and the one he acquires. Working with attention and love. What Am I?

Classes meet Monday from 7:00-8:45 PM. Fee $90.

Philosophy 4: Presence of Mind (In-person at Upper Manhattan, New York)

Classes meet Monday from 7:00-8:45 PM, at the School of Practical Philosophy, New York City. Online. Fee $90

Philosophy 5: Freedom (Online)

What is true freedom? How may we find freedom in the play that is life? The introduction of meditation. Meditation and true freedom. The extent to which our lives are free or determined. The importance of resolution in accessing freedom. The importance of connecting to stillness during the day.

Classes meet Monday from 7:00-8:45 PM. Online. Fee $90.

Philosophy 5: Freedom (In-person at Wallkill, New York)

Classes meet Tuesday from 7:00-8:45 PM, at 846 Borden Road Wallkill, NY 12589. Fee $90.

Philosophy 6: The Way of Action (Online)

What is true freedom? How may we find freedom in the play that is life? The introduction of meditation. Meditation and true freedom. The extent to which our lives are free or determined. The importance of resolution in accessing freedom. The importance of connecting to stillness during the day.

Classes meet Monday PM. Online. Fee $90.

Philosophy 7: Emotional Freedom (Online)

Presents emotional freedom as a practical means for discovery of one’s Self. Topics include binding and liberating emotions. This class is for meditating students only.

Class begins Saturday, April 13, 2024 and ends Saturday, June 15, 2024. Meeting Saturdays 10-11:45 AM.

Philosophy 7: Emotional Freedom (In-person at Wallkill, New York)

Class meet Tuesday from 7:00-8.45 PM, at 846 Borden Road Wallkill, NY 12589. Fee $90.

Philosophy 8: The Way of Knowledge (Online)

The course examines the ways in which the mind may be used to move inwards toward the Self as well as how it may be used to live a full, free and happy life. Topics include the use of reason, how the discursive mind shapes our view of the world, and an appreciation of our lower and higher nature. This class is for meditating students only.

Classes meet Monday evenings from 7:00-8.45pm. Online. Fee $90.

Philosophy 9: Philosophy as a Way of Life (Online)

The fundamental question examined is How are the Practicalities of Life Met While Remaining True to Philosophic Principles? Topics include: Conservation of Energy, Meditation, Peace of Mind and Criticism, The Merging of the Three Ways. This class is for meditating students only.

Classes meet Saturday mornings from 10:00-11:45 AM. Online. Fee $90.

Philosophy 10: Decision (Online)

On what basis are decisions made and what effect do these decisions have on the course of our life? What is our understanding of our lives as individuals as they relate to the universe? What practical decisions can be taken towards leading a life that is more connected to the universal? This class is for meditating students only.

Classes meet Mondays from 7:00-8:45pm. Online. Fee $90.

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Class begins Tuesday, April 9, 2024 and ends Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Meeting 7:00-8:45 PM.

Continuing Courses

Continuing Courses

Following the first five terms and the introduction to meditation, the School’s philosophy curriculum expands. Emphasis is placed on a variety of areas including the refinement of meditation. Students have the opportunity to meet one on one with another student who is well practiced in meditation to discuss questions or difficulties that the practice brings to light. The opportunity to work with and for others under guidance is also made available.

N-1

Class begins Monday, April 8, 2024 and ends Monday, June 10, 2024 Meeting Mondays from 7:00 PM-8:30 PM.

N-DC

Meeting Mondays from 7:00 PM-8:30 PM.

N-RB

Meeting Wednesdays from 7:00 PM-8:30 PM.

N-LL

Meeting Wednesdays from 9:30 AM-11:00 AM.

N-SG

Meeting Tuesdays from 8:15 PM - 9:45 PM.

N-SF

Meeting Wednesdays from 7:00 PM-8:30 PM.

N-EN

Meeting Mondays from 1:00 PM-2:30 PM.

Advanced Courses

Advanced Courses

The School’s Advanced Courses comprise a series of subjects that delve deeply into timeless teachings about the Self, natural law, creation, truth, and knowledge. Advanced Courses are enhanced by a commitment to meditation, and to service, which brings the principles presented in the classroom to life in ways both practical and profound.

M-DC

Meeting Wednesdays from 7:00 PM-9:00 PM.

MP-G

Meeting Mondays from 7:00 PM-9:00 PM.

M-NM

Meeting Mondays from 7:00-9:00 PM.

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M-ES

Meeting Wednesdays from 7:00 PM-9:00 PM.

M-HS

Meeting Wednesdays from 7:00 PM-9:00 PM.

M-PS

Meeting Wednesdays from 7:00-9:00 PM.

M-MS

Meeting Mondays from 7:00-9:00 PM.

M-RT

Meeting Tuesday 7:00-8:45 PM.

S-RBGL

Meeting Tuesdays from 6:30 PM-8:00 PM.

S-BSGL (6 AM)

Meeting Sundays from 6:00-8:30 AM.

S-KKGL (9 AM)

Meeting Sundays from 9:00-10:30 AM.

S-HSG

Meeting Tuesday at 6:30 PM.

S-RSL

Meeting Saturday at 9:00 AM.

S-RFGL

Meeting Wednesday at 6:30 PM.

S-DBGL

Meeting on Tuesday from 7:00-8:30 PM.

S-HVSGL (Hudson Valley)

Meeting on Thursday at 5:30 PM.

S-KKL

Meets every Tuesday Evening from 6:30 - 8:00 PM.

S-DWG

Meets every Tuesday Evening from 6:30 - 8:00 PM

Supplemental Courses

Supplemental Courses

The School occasionally offers recurring events and special courses that can supplement students’ studies. Please note that some course prerequisites may be necessary to enroll.

Emerson Study Group

The teaching of Ralph Waldo Emerson is an expression of the highest spiritual knowledge--the philosophy of Unity. Drawing on the wisdom from Plato and the East, Emerson knew from direct experience and observation that Unity is the true reality. He spoke of "one mind common to all" and of "one soul which animates all things." His writings are both revolutionary and reflective and can help inspire our work toward self-realization.

Plato Study Group

By invitation only. Students must also be currently enrolled in a Philosophy Class.

Classes meet on Thursday Mornings at 6:00-7:45am. Online.

Wisdom at Work

An engaging and thought-provoking online class that will provide students with practical tools to navigate workplace situations.

The Art of Conversation

Meeting 4/3/24 7-8:30pm

What Students Are Saying

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