“We are here to awaken from the illusion of separateness.”
Thich Nhat Hahn
Buena Vista Sangha
The Amador Meditation Community of Ione, California!
Join us for weekly group meditation practice!
New to meditation? Come and learn the most simple, natural, effortless method that has been helping people reduce stress and improve mental, physical and emotional health for over 2,500 years.
Are you a seasoned practitioner? Join our weekly practice and enjoy community with with other meditators in Amador County and surrounding areas.
We practice various traditional Buddhist meditation methods taught in a secular fashion that respects all faiths, spiritual traditions and philosophical orientations. Anyone with an interest in traditional meditation and awakening to our true nature is welcome.
Our group practice is offered on a donation basis. No one is turned away for lack of funds. Half of all donations goes to Sage & Tansy Wellness Studio for generously providing the space as a community service. Check for upcoming events!
Upcoming Events
Sage and Tansy Studio set up for meditation class
Sage and Tansy Studio meditation cushions. Chairs also available
Sage and Tansy Wellness Studio setup for Chan Silent Illumination meditation group practice
Barry Wadsworth near Buena Vista Butte
Barry and Laura at temple gate in Bhutan
Barry and Laura by prayer wheel walking to Tiger's Nest in Bhutan
Barry and Laura at old temple in Bhutan
Orgyen Chowang Rinpoche giving talk near famous cave entrance in Bhutan.
Orgyen Chowang Rinpoche in Bhutan
Laura with Orgyen Chowang Rinpoche in Bhutan
Chan Master Sheng Yen was Barry's teacher from 1984 - 2008.
Padmasambhava thangka purchased in Bhutan during our 2025 trip
High quality meditation cushions can be purchased at Dharma Crafts.
Barry Wadsworth introduces members of the Buena Vista Sangha to his most influential teachers, including Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Chan Master Sheng Yen, Ven. Chanmyay Sayadaw and Orgyen Chowang Rinpoche. Barry suggests that finding an authentic, traditional meditation teacher is very helpful and can save one a lot of time developing one’s practice.