San Fran Dhammaram Temple

Wat San Fran School Summer Enrollment
2026-05-05 08:00 - 2026-05-25 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | San Fran Dhammaram Temple, 2645 Lincoln Way, San Francisco, CA, 94122, United States
Summer enrollment period is May 5–25, 2026. Summer ’26 classes will begin on June 8, 2026 and end on August 6, 2026. Students will learn Thai language, music, and culture.
Classes are open to children aged 5 years and up. New students are required to take a placement test. For further details, please email watsanfranschool@gmail.com.

Right Start Right Finish - Insight Vipassana Weekly Class
2026-05-09 13:00 - 14:30
You are invited to a weekly class on Insight Vipassana focused on developing clear understanding and practical wisdom in daily life.
Classes meet every Saturday at 1:00 p.m. and continue weekly as long as the teacher is available and in the country. The class is open to all levels. Being a Buddhist is not required. The class is free for all members.
Each participant receives personal instruction on the foundations of Vipassana practice. The class clarifies how to distinguish true Vipassana from what is not Vipassana, helping avoid common misunderstandings. Teachings include hands-on examples from Jataka stories and real-world situations, showing how insight develops through direct experience and mindful observation.
If you are interested in attending, please scanning the QR code to register or by emailing watsanfran@gmail.com
About the Teacher
Phra Kru Palat Arnold Anandapanyo is the Abbot of San Fran Dhammaram Temple. He is a native-born English speaker from the United States. He has been ordained as a monk for over 17 years and has taught the Dhamma for more than 20 years. He is known for explaining the Buddha’s teachings in a clear and practical way that relates directly to everyday life.
