What to Expect at a Class

What happens during a typical class?

Classes at the center are held in the meditation room. We request that you remove your shoes to keep this area clean. You can sit on a cushion on the floor or on a chair, whatever is most comfortable for you. Most classes begin with a brief introduction to the topic followed by a simple guided meditation to help settle the mind. After the meditation, advice from Buddha’s teachings is shared, showing how we can try these teachings out in daily life to try and maintain peace of mind. We then engage in a guided contemplative meditation to gain a personal experience of the teaching and practice. We conclude with discussion or questions. The classes offered are focused on providing practical instructions and experience of Buddhist meditations. You do not need to be a Buddhist to come to a class and receive benefit.

Weekly and weekend classes are self contained. You don’t need to have any previous experience to understand the teachings. It is best to arrive ten minutes early to class to get settled.  No special clothing is required, just dress comfortably.