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General Program Meditation Classes
Meditation is an essential life skill. Learn to meditate or deepen your daily practice. Find the class that's right for you.
CREATE MENTAL SPACE
“By training in meditation, we create an inner space and clarity that enables us to control our mind regardless of the external circumstance. Gradually we develop mental equilibrium, a balanced mind that is happy all the time.”
- Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Sunday Morning Meditation
Sundays • 10:30 – 11:45am • $15 • Included in Membership
with Resident Teacher, John Baker
CURRENT SERIES: SUSTAINING A PRACTICE - Following Through on a Wish to Meditate
Having a daily meditation practice is very important to our inner peace and happiness. In this series we'll explore ways to stay motivated and overcome common obstacles to practice. You'll learn tools to nourish and encourage you in your meditation so that you keep the thread of peace running through your life.
Although presented in a series, each class is self-contained. Perfect for beginners and more experienced meditators. Everyone is welcome.
In Person. Everyone Welcome.
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Current Series:
Sustaining a practice: Following through on a wish to meditate
Apr 16: You have what you need: moving forward in meditation - with Meditation Teacher, Sarah Bly
Apr 23: Creating a meditation habit
Apr 30: Letting go of stress and anxiety
May 7: Finding reliable support
May 14: Special Mother’s Day Class
May 21: Observing the law of cause and effect
May 28: Following a path to mental freedom
Mindful Mondays: Meditations for Everyday Life
Mondays • 7:30 - 8:30pm • $15 • Included in Membership
with Meditation Teachers, Sarah Bly & Tatiana Buonassisi
Please note: no class on May 29th or July 3rd for observed holidays
Buddhas teachings are amazingly practical and fresh, even after 2500 years. We can apply them to every situation in our daily lives. From driving in traffic, to breakups, serious illness or loss, meditation helps us to navigate life with greater peace of mind, less stress and anxiety and with the clarity of mind to find creative solutions to our daily problems. In this class you will learn how to begin applying what you learn on the meditation cushion to your daily life.
In Person. Everyone Welcome.
Current Series:
Letting Go of the Past
May 15: How not to look back with anger
May 22: Developing non-retaliation; accepting defeat and offering the victory
May 29: NO CLASS - Memorial Day
June 5: Being fearless: how to get rid of worry
June 12: Unstick yourself from attachment
June 19: Inappropriate attention: how to train our minds to go elsewhere
June 26: Dropping self cherishing
July 3: NO CLASS - Independence Day Holiday
July 10: Developing equanimity: exchanging self with others
Tuesday Night Meditation
Tuesdays • 7 - 8pm • $15 • Included in Membership
with Meditation Teacher, Julie Francisco
Learn Buddhist meditations and practices that help to reduce your anxiety, increase your mental peace, and improve your relationships. Classes include guided meditations, teachings and time for questions. Everyone is welcome, no experience necessary.
In Person. Everyone Welcome.
Current Series
Using Meditation to Improve Relationships
Apr 25: Dealing with Difficult People
May 2: Opening Our Heart: Meditation on Cherishing Others
May 9: How to Meditate on Love
May 16: Letting Go of Anger
May 23: How to Start a Daily Meditation Practice
Next Series
Meditations for a Happy Life
May 30: Why meditate?
June 6: Relaxing on a Deeper Level
June 13: A Remedy for Loneliness and Isolation
June 20: Meditations for Stress Relief
June 27: Finding a Respite from Mental Chaos
Guided Meditation
Wednesdays • 7 - 7:45pm • $5 • Included in Membership
with Meditation Teacher, Fred Graumuller
Please note: there will be NO Wednesday Guided Meditation on 5/31 - we'll see you next Wednesday 6/7!
Regular meditation practice is an important part of caring for ourselves and others. Come enjoy gentle guided meditations to calm your body and mind. Our experienced teacher will guide you as you learn to focus your mind. Then, gradually your distractions will subside and you’ll experience a sense of inner peace and relaxation. Your mind will feel lucid, spacious and refreshed!
In Person. Everyone Welcome.
Lunchtime Meditation
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays • 12:15 - 12:45pm • $5 • Included in Membership
with Meditation Teacher, Eve Miller
Please note: no class on May 29th - Memorial Day Holiday
Take a little time for self-care on your lunch break! Enjoy 30 minutes of guided meditation that will leave you feeling calm, peaceful and refreshed. Meditation is a powerful tool that leads to greater peace and happiness in your daily life, allowing you to handle anything that comes your way with clarity. Meditation also help us to be more present, patient and flexible with others.
In Person. Everyone Welcome.
BRANCH CLASSES
Wednesday Night Meditation - Collingswood, NJ
Wednesdays • 7 - 8pm • $15 • Included in Membership
With Resident Teacher, John Baker
In Collingswood, NJ
Collingswood Community Ctr, 30 W. Collings Ave
By receiving Buddha’s practical advice, you’ll learn to transform difficult situations and challenges into the inner pathway to a peaceful mind. Turn the lead of life’s difficulties into spiritual gold! Everyone is welcome. No experience is necessary.
In Person. Everyone Welcome.
Please note, these classes are held in Collingswood, NJ.
Current Series:
Building a practice: Following through on a wish to meditate
Mar 29: You have what you need: moving forward in meditation
Apr 5: Creating a meditation habit
Apr 12: Letting go of stress and anxiety
Apr 19: Finding reliable support
Apr 26: Observing the law of cause and effect
May 3: Following a path to mental freedom
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