Pi Meditation Bench for Seiza Meditation

Many mediators prefer kneeling meditation— known as  seiza meditation—as opposed to the”lotus” cross-legged meditation position. Some seiza meditators kneel on cushions, while many others use seiza benches.

The Pi Meditation Bench is a unique, elegant, and simple seiza kneeling bench that offers greater comfort for seiza meditation. The design is so special, you’ll wonder why nobody thought of it before now.

FREE US Continental Ground shipping (48 states) on orders over $125!

The Pi Meditation Bench

Pi Bench legs inside
The Pi Meditation Bench, shown to the left and above, allows you to kneel with your feet  comfortably positioned under the bench and outside of the bench legs. This allows  you to easily position your legs under the bench and to kneel comfortably in the seiza position for extended periods.

Other benches constrain your legs
Conventional meditation benches—as shown to the right—have bench legs configured on the outside, constraining your kneeling position to place your legs inside the bench legs. Sitting on and placing your legs under a conventional bench can normally be done only by picking up the bench.

The Pi Bench has no border on the outside, as opposed to conventional benches. So there is no constraint to your calves, meaning your legs and feet are maintained far enough apart to create a stable platform for good seiza meditation posture.

Available in 3 models, read below about the Original Pi™, the Pi-To-Go™, and the Xtra-Pi™ meditation benches.

 

 

All of our Pi benches are handcrafted in beautiful, select hardwoods.

Each bench is finished with a quality, durable, semi-gloss lacquer coat.

The wood color can naturally vary from a warm honey ash to natural oak color. Each bench has a distinctive wood grain appearance, making this uniquely your bench.

 

Introducing our new “Pi Topping”

We are are currently shipping all of our Pi™ Meditation Benches with the new  “Pi Topping”. Pi Topping is a non-slip, easily removable cushioning insert.  Not only do you now have an enhanced cushioned bench sitting surface while sitting on a Pi™ Meditation Bench, but you can now sit more comfortably without any shifting. What’s more, Pi Topping can be easily removed, cleaned, and replaced from time-to-time.

 

Shipping

US Continental Ground shipping is FREE (48 states) for orders over $125!

Our meditation bench shipments are by UPS.

US 48 states Ground shipping for orders under $125 is $14.95.

3-day shipment within the Continental US — please add $16.50.

Regular shipment to Hawaii and Alaska — please add $18.50.

Check some of our FAQ’s.

Is there a need to cushion the sitting surface of the Pi Meditation Bench?
Yes!  We’ve recently introduced and are currently shipping what we call “Pi Topping” with all of our Pi Meditation Benches. Pi Topping is a non-slip, easily removable cushioning insert.  Not only do you now have enhanced cushioning and bench sitting surface while sitting on a Pi Meditation Bench, but you can now sit more comfortably without any shifting. What’s more, Pi Topping can be easily removed, cleaned, and replaced from time-to-time.

Here’s a picture of our new Pi Topping:

Do you have recommendations for starting a meditation practice?
There are a few styles and methods to meditating. Please refer to our article on Floor Sitting and Meditation – Practical Points, which  touches on a practical points regarding floor sitting and how to make your meditation sessions more effective.

What is the signficance of the name “Pi” for your benches?
Simple! Our benches, having a shape with two centrally-configured legs, resembles the Greek letter “pi” π.

Is it mandatory to use the Pi Meditation Bench with a cushion or zabuton?
Many of our customers prefer to rest their knees and place the Pi Meditation Bench on a soft surface, such as a carpet or cushion—but this is not mandatory. In every case, the key to proper meditation is to find the seiza posture/position that is most comfortable for you.