Dallas Meditation Center
We are one of the first and largest nonprofit Interfaith
meditation centers in North Texas, home to Meditation and
Mindfulness (modeled in the style of Zen Master Thich Nhat
Hanh), Chanting, Yoga, Taichi, Qigong, and other genuine traditions of
meditation and mindful living. All are welcome. Our practice is
intentionally beginner friendly.
Location:Dallas Meditation Center •
810 West Arapaho Road, Suite 98 •
Richardson, TX 75080 •
map and directions Office Hours: Monday thru Thursday, 11:00am - 4:00pm
• 972.432.7871
Dallas Meditation Center welcomes people of all races,
genders, sexual orientations, and religions. * All of Dallas Medidation Center's Weekly Meditation, Yoga and Qigong classes are donation-based.
Founded
by Brother ChiSing, this welcoming
Interfaith Buddhist Meditation Community (inspired by the teachings
and practices of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh and other
great spiritual teachers) is our largest main mindfulness meditation
gathering of the week (30-40 persons) with walking and sitting
meditations, chanting & music, inspiring messages, and
community sharing. Open to all levels of meditation
experience, both beginners and more experienced meditators. We
welcome persons of any spritual tradition, including those not
part of any spritual or faith tradition. Click for more information...
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WEEKDAY “ZEN-To-Go” MEDITATIONS @ Dallas Meditation Center
Facilitated by
Bobbie Perkins,
staff teachers and other members. (10 minutes Walking Meditation • 25 minutes Sitting Meditation • short reflection on practice)
NOTE: Noon Zen-To-Go meditation will not meet on Thursday, November 22.
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MONDAY evening, 7:30-9:00pm
MINDFUL MONDAYS
NOTE: This group will not meet on January 1.
Practical mindfulness for everyday living. Facilitated
by Cornell Kinderknecht & other
facilitators. Walking and sitting meditation, chanting,
mindful movement, discussion/sharing. All are
welcome. Some previous meditation experience is
helpful.
► Get more information about Mindful
Mondays.
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TUESDAY evening, 7:00-9:00pm
Wake Up Dallas YES
Young Enlightened Souls A Young Adults (20's & 30's) Meditation Fellowship
A meditation & and social group for Young Adults
(20's & 30's) faciltated trained Young Adult
co-facilitators.
Each
evening will include beginner-friendly walking and
sitting meditation, a song or two, Dharma teachings, sharing &
discussion, and refreshments afterwards. All Young Adults
(20's & 30's) are encouraged to participate.
► Get more info about this group.
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WEDNESDAY evening - 7:30-9:00pm
Interbeing Sangha
NOTE: This group will not meet on July 4, 2018.
A meditation group that meets every Wednesday and practices
and studies the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh. Our group
practice consists of two sitting meditations, walking
meditation, singing/chanting and a dharma talk or study.
Facilitated
by Bobbie Perkins and other trained
sangha facilitators.
► Get more information about this group.
Meditation Special Events:
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Saturday, November 17, 2018 - 9:30am-12:00noon
Yoga and Meditation Mini Retreat
with Andy McDonald
A retreat that brings together the mindful movement and breath
awareness of yoga with the heart-opening, centering practice of
meditation. This retreat will include yoga postures, walking
meditation, seated meditation, and reclining guided relaxation. Bring yoga mat if you have one.
Facilitated by Andy McDonald. Fee: $40
Founded
by Brother ChiSing, this welcoming
Interfaith Buddhist Meditation Community (inspired by the teachings
and practices of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh and other
great spiritual teachers) is our largest main mindfulness meditation
gathering of the week (30-40 persons) with walking and sitting
meditations, chanting & music, inspiring messages, and
community sharing. Open to all levels of meditation
experience, both beginners and more experienced meditators. We
welcome persons of any spritual tradition, including those not
part of any spritual or faith tradition.
Sangha YUM social gathering this week follows at 7:15 -
dinner out at a nearby restaurant. Meet up at the end of
our meditation gathering and we will caravan over to the
restaurant. All are welcome.
*** Community Potluck Dinner this Sunday, September 21! Bring a vegetarian dish or non-alcoholic beverage to share. Bring a friend. Bring family.
Founded
by Brother ChiSing, this welcoming
Interfaith Buddhist Meditation Community (inspired by the teachings
and practices of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh and other
great spiritual teachers) is our largest main mindfulness meditation
gathering of the week (30-40 persons) with walking and sitting
meditations, chanting & music, inspiring messages, and
community sharing. Open to all levels of meditation
experience, both beginners and more experienced meditators. We
welcome persons of any spritual tradition, including those not
part of any spritual or faith tradition.
Musical guest: Robin Hackett.
Sangha YUM social gathering this week follows at 7:15 -
dinner out at a nearby restaurant. Meet up at the end of
our meditation gathering and we will caravan over to the
restaurant. All are welcome.
*** Community Potluck Dinner this Sunday, September 21! Bring a vegetarian dish or non-alcoholic beverage to share. Bring a friend. Bring family.
Dallas Meditation Center will participate in this online giving
event that supports charitable donations through our online
giving platform MightyCause in conjunction with the global
#GivingTuesday movement.
Donate HERE: givingtuesday.mightycause.com/story/Dmc2018 Mindfulness for Everyone
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Wednesday, December 5, 2018 - 7:30-9:00pm
FIRST WEDNESDAYS
5 Mindfulness Trainings Recitation
@ Interbeing Sangha
Join Interbeing Sangha for the First Wednesday of the month
which includes recitation of the 5 Mindfulness Trainings. This
group meets every Wednesday and practices
and studies the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh. Our group
practice consists of two sitting meditations, walking
meditation, singing/chanting and a dharma talk or study.
Facilitated
by Bobbie Perkins and other trained
sangha facilitators.
► Get more information about this group.
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Friday, December 7, 2018 - 6:00-10:00pm
Annual All Sanghas Meeting
and Dance Night
An end-of-the year meeting to learn about what's been going on at Dallas
Meditation Center and to talk about the direction for next year
and beyond. All attendees of the Awakening Heart gatherings
(Sunday Awakening Heart, Mindful Mondays, Wake Up YES,
Interbeing Sangha, Zen-to-Go) and all other gatherings and
events at Dallas Meditation Center welcome! Meet the board of
directors and each other. We'll conclude the evening with the
monthly First Friday Fun Night dancing.
6-8pm Meeting
8-10pm First Friday Fun Night Meditate and Dance Party!
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Friday, December 7, 2018 - 8:00-10:00pm
First Friday Fun Night:
Meditate and Dance Party!
Get your weekend started right with First Friday Fun NIght:
Meditate & Dance Party at Dallas Meditation Center.
This community gathering is family-friendly and takes place the
first Friday of each month. All ages are welcome. We will
practice sitting meditation, then have fun moving and grooving
to a variety of energetic world and electronic music, mixed by a
live DJ, Streaming Synergy. Please observe the fifth precept and refrain from consuming
alcohol, drugs, or any other products which contain toxins at
this gathering.
Admission: By donation, $10-$20 / person suggested. No RSVP necessary.
► Click for more information.
► Go to the Facebook event.
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Saturday, December 8, 2018
2:00-5:30pm
Beginner's Meditation Workshop
A workshop open to all to experience the peace and joy of
mindfulness and meditation. This workshop is great for those
just starting meditation, those who've been meditating and want
some guidance, and those who just want a refresher.
Facilitated
by Bobbie Perkins. (Space limited to 16 persons)
► Get information and register online for this workshop.
► Get a flyer for this workshop.
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Saturday, December 29, 2018, 2:00-4:00pm
Deep Relaxation and Touching the Earth
A beautiful and gentle practice to come to peace in the present
moment, releasing worry, anger and fear in the body while
opening it to compassion. Wear comfortable clothing. We'll have
mats and blankets but you're welcome to bring your own if you
like.
Facilitated by Bobbie Perkins and Cornell
Kinderknecht. Suggested donation: $25.
► Get a flyer for this event.
The meditative, sequenced form of Easy Tai Chi is gentle,
graceful, and flowing, using movements from longer Tai Chi forms
that affect the entire body. Benefits
may include improved balance, coordination and strength,
increased relaxation, energy, circulation, flexibility, muscle
tone, enhanced immune system and the lower blood
pressure. Previous experince is not required. Facilitated
by Janna
Whitton. Drop-in suggested donation: $10-$20 per class
• Contact Janna at TaiChiWithJanna@gmail.com
• www.TaiChiWithJanna.com
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WEDNESDAY mornings, 9:30-10:30am
Tai Chi for Busy People (Easy Tai Chi)
NOTE: This group will not meet on November 21, 2018.
The meditative, sequenced form of Easy Tai Chi is gentle,
graceful, and flowing, using movements from longer Tai Chi forms
that affect the entire body. Benefits
may include improved balance, coordination and strength,
increased relaxation, energy, circulation, flexibility, muscle
tone, enhanced immune system and the lower blood
pressure. Previous experince is not required. Facilitated
by Janna
Whitton. Drop-in suggested donation: $10-$20 per class
• Contact Janna at TaiChiWithJanna@gmail.com
• www.TaiChiWithJanna.com
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WEDNESDAY mornings, 10:45-11:45am
Qigong with Janna
NOTE: This group will not meet on November 21, 2018.
Come laugh your stress off, laughter is truly the best
medicine. Whether you want to relieve everyday stress, aches and
pains or just want to lighten up your mood, this yoga form is
for you. Laughter not only increases the circulation of blood,
it vibrates the organs in your body which helps energize
them. Laughter has been scientifically proven to relax the mind
and improve the quality of sleep.
Facilitated by Jyoti Subramanian. Fee: $10
► RSVP to Jyoti at 469.441.4390
or handsolite@gmail.com
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Private Instruction By Appointment
Mindful Yoga for All Levels with Andy McDonald, RYT
NOTE: This group will not meet on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2015.
Through mindful movement and breath awareness, this style of
yoga connects mind, body and spirit. You will experience a
mental, emotional, and physical practice, achieving a deep state
of relaxation, calmness, and peace.
• Contact Andy directly to schedule private individual or group sessions.
Yoga and Meditation Mini Retreat
with Andy McDonald
A retreat that brings together the mindful movement and breath
awareness of yoga with the heart-opening, centering practice of
meditation. This retreat will include yoga postures, walking
meditation, seated meditation, and reclining guided relaxation. Bring yoga mat if you have one.
Facilitated by Andy McDonald. Fee: $40
NOTE: This group will not meet on September 27, 2018.
Unconditional Love is truly caring about the happiness of
another with no expectation of return. Join us to begin a
mindful practice of unconditional love. Hosted by Gene Flake
LGCH. Suggested donation: $10.
► For more information, contact Gene at 817.201.6939 or geneblueeyes@hotmail.com.
► Learn more about Loving Groups.
Other Special Events:
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DALLAS, TEXAS
Saturday, June 16, 2018 - 2:00-3:30pm
More Fun, Less Stress Playshop
There are 2 ways to de-stress: learn how to let go of stress,
anxiety and pain; and push it out with laughter, happiness and
fun. Enlightenment means lightening up. Let's find new ways to
lighten up and enjoy our lives.
Facilitated by Dr. Paula Joyce. Location:
CSLDallas
International Place
4801 Spring Valley Road, Suite 115
Dallas, TX 75244
Trained by Dr. Brian Weiss, I will safely help you experience
your past lives to: heal your past, present and future; gain new
self-awareness and empowerment; release past negative influences
while keeping the positive; or to enhance your spiritual
well-being.
Facilitated by Dr. Paula Joyce. Fee: $35
► Get more info and register online.
► Contact Dr. Paula: 214.208.3533.
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Friday, November 23, 2018 - 7:30-9:00pm
The Best Day Music Concert with
Robin Hackett and Cornell Kinderknecht
A Concert of Music and Inspiration.
Join Robin and Cornell for an evening of inspiring vocal and
instrumental music.
Robin is a Grammy-nominated artist who's recorded 8 albums and
tours the US and Europe. She is a seasoned performer and her
song "Hard Left" appeared on the CBS hit comedy "How I Met Your
Mother". Cornell is an Indian Summer Music Awards winner and a
Grammy-nominated instrumentalist who's performed
at the prestigious Carnegie Hall and his music is heard
world-wide.
Join these two for a fun, personal and joyous evening of song. Admission: $15
► Get a flyer for this concert.
► Get more information and pre-pay admission.
► Learn more about Robin: www.RobinHackettMusic.com.
► Learn more about Cornell: www.cornellk.com.
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Saturday, November 24, 2018 - 7:00-9:00pm
Dallas Meditation Center DRUM CIRCLE
Meets the LAST SATURDAY of each month. Bring your
drums and percussion instruments. If you don't have any, don't
worry, there's plenty to go around.
Facilitated by Dorayne Breedlove. Suggested love offering: $10-$20.
► Get a flyer.
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Sunday, November 25, 2018 - 2:00-3:30pm
Gong Journeys Meditation with Osten Aune
Gong Journeys is a form of sound therapy that encourages
meditation, self-healing, deep rest, relaxation, prayer and
spirituality; a rejuvenation of the body, mind, and spirit. The
session begins with gentle movements to calm the mind and body
and then be immersed in the soothing sounds of the
gongs. Facilitated by Osten Aune. Fee: by donation
► Facebook event.
► Gong Journeys website.
► See a video on what a gong meditation experience is like.
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Thursday, December 7, 2018 - 6:00-10:00pm
Annual All Sanghas Meeting
and Dance Night
An end-of-the year meeting to learn about what's been going on at Dallas
Meditation Center and to talk about the direction for next year
and beyond. All attendees of the Awakening Heart gatherings
(Sunday Awakening Heart, Mindful Mondays, Wake Up YES,
Interbeing Sangha, Zen-to-Go) and all other gatherings and
events at Dallas Meditation Center welcome! Meet the board of
directors and each other. We'll conclude the evening with the
monthly First Friday Fun Night dancing.
6-8pm Meeting
8-10pm First Friday Fun Night Meditate and Dance Party!
►
Friday, December 7, 2018 - 8:00-10:00pm
First Friday Fun Night:
Meditate and Dance Party!
Get your weekend started right with First Friday Fun NIght:
Meditate & Dance Party at Dallas Meditation Center.
This community gathering is family-friendly and takes place the
first Friday of each month. All ages are welcome. We will
practice sitting meditation, then have fun moving and grooving
to a variety of energetic world and electronic music, mixed by a
live DJ, Streaming Synergy. Please observe the fifth precept and refrain from consuming
alcohol, drugs, or any other products which contain toxins at
this gathering.
Admission: By donation, $10-$20 / person suggested. No RSVP necessary.
► Click for more information.
► Go to the Facebook event.
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Thursday, December 13, 2018 - 7:00-9:00pm
Chant with Gary Lynn Floyd featuring Cornell Kinderknecht
Cultures throughout time have honored sound as something deep
and sublime, which can lead us into union with the Cosmos. It is
the key to transcendence, and offers us an opportunity to unite
with Divine Mind. Join Gary Lynn Floyd, along with award-winning
world flutist, Cornell Kinderknecht, at Dallas Meditation Center
in a spiritual practice of chanting, connecting, and harmonizing
with all that is. Suggested donation: $20
► Get a flyer for this concert.
► Learn more about Gary: www.GaryLynnFloyd.com.
► Learn more about Cornell: www.cornellk.com.
Special Event:
SUNDAY evening, 5:00-7:00 pm
TUESDAY evening, 7:00-9:00pm
THURSDAY evenings, 7:00-9:00pm
