Frank Jude Boccio

Frank Jude Boccio, whose Zen dharma name is Poep Sa, is a certified yoga teacher and a teacher of Zen Buddhism ordained by Korean Zen Master Samu Sunim. He is also an interfaith minister and long-time student of Thich Nhat Hanh. His eclectic approach is influenced by his study of a variety of yoga approaches and many years of dharma practice, evidenced by his emphasis on mindfulness and compassionate action. His book, Mindfulness Yoga: The Awakened Union of Breath, Body, and Mind is the first to apply the Buddha’s mindfulness meditation teachings to asana practice. Based in Tucson, Arizona, he travels worldwide, leading workshops and retreats.

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  • Random (and Intentional) Acts of Mindfulness

      Frank Jude Boccio, whose Zen dharma name is Poep Sa, is a yoga teacher and a teacher of Zen Buddhism ordained by Korean Zen Master Samu Sunim. He is...

  • Asana as Meditation

    Today, many yoga classes focus on postures and skip meditation in favor of Savasana or a quick om.

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