The Meditation Tree - Sherman Oaks, California

Mike Gillespie

Sandy is an amazing, patient and insightful teacher. I particularly appreciated his insights into the physiological health benefits of meditation. I took so much away from the course, and feel that I’ve left away with the most important tools for self care.

Jess Winfield

I had quite a bit of experience with Zen meditation, but found Sandy's Vipassana approach to be more rewarding, with near immediate results: greater clarity, focus, and ability to let go of unhelpful, negative thoughts and attitudes. Sandy is a great presenter of the theory and practice of mindfulness meditation, witty and entertaining, and proved willing to go the extra mile to accommodate students' schedules. A terrific class, highly recommended.

John Heffron

I only wish I had discovered Sandy and his Mindful Meditation class years ago. What he calmly but persuasively teaches you is potentially life changing. The class is a combination of inspirational quotes, Sandy's guidance and explanations, a few videos, and meditation practice. I encourage anyone who is looking to quiet their "monkey brain" and lower their overall levels of anxiety and stress to give yourself the gift of Sandy's class. You will not regret it.

Ashley Contino

Very helpful class for learning the basics of meditation and mindfulness. Sandy is very kind and accommodating.

Viktória Kovács

Trust me… just do it!

I was always interested about meditation; I knew its benefits, I just didn’t know where to start. I was looking for a place or a course that would start from the basics. So I dove right in to the beginner’s 6-week course.
What a journey! I am so glad I signed up! Sandy structured the classes to be easy to understand and follow, from ground-up.
I only touched the tip of the iceberg but I can already feel the transformation! Sandy is such an excellent teacher in every aspect; I don’t think I could have asked for anything better!
If you feel like it’s time for a subtle and lasting change you came to the right place!
I can’t wait to see what the next level of courses have in store for me.
Thank you Sandy!

Tyler Wong

Sandy is a great teacher when it comes to Mindfulness. He communicates great with his students and answers all types of questions. I've never practiced mediation but Sandy was able to help me. Now I do it every day and it has made my life better. You should take his class because it will help you.

stuart friedel

Sandy breaks down Mindfulness -- and meditation in general -- into wonderfully paced and informative lessons; the perfect way for a beginner to get into the practice and being forming a meditation habit that will affect so many other parts of life! He is kind and caring; a wonderful teacher who practices what he preaches. I HIGHLY recommend The Meditation Tree's beginner class, and I plan on continuing to attend more advanced classes in the future as well. Sandy is a delight, his classes were a weekly highlight, and practicing mindfulness has already made tangible positive differences in my life in just a few weeks of practice. I only wish I started sooner! 🙂

Svetlana V. Ray

I had no idea what exactly I could expect from meditation classes, but I was in for a nice surprise. Whatever I thought I knew about meditation went out the window. Sandy managed to help me "empty my cup", so I could actually learn proper techniques and make my practice pleasant and rather filled with curiosity, not frustration (as it was). All the handouts he provided were very helpful; the classes were filled with inspiration; and his smooth voice would calm a fierce tiger in the middle of an attack... Well, maybe not :), but surely would calm active monkey minds.
I am truly happy with my experience and definitely would recommend Sandy's meditation classes.