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 spiritual tradition, including those not
part of any spiritual 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 January 1.
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MONDAY evening, 7:30-9:00pm
MINDFUL MONDAYS
NOTE: This group will not meet on December 31.
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
NOTE: This group will not meet on January 1.
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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Sunday, March 24, 2019, 5:00-7:00pm
Special Guest speaker:
Konjin Gaelyn Godwin, Roshi
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Please join us on this very special evening with Soto Zen Teacher,
Konjin Gaelyn Godwin, Abbot
of Houston
Zen Center and Director of Soto Zen Buddhism International
Center, as she delivers the talk at this evening's
meditation gathering. All are welcome!
Musical Guest: Robin Hackett.
Awakening Heart is our largest main
meditation gathering of the week (30-40 persons) with walking
and sitting meditations, kirtan chanting & music, inspiring
messages, and community sharing (open to all levels of
meditation experience, both beginners and more experienced
meditators).
Suggested donation for this evening: $20-$40.
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Sunday, March 31, 2019 - 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
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 spiritual tradition, including those not
part of any spiritual 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.
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, April 5, 2019 - 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.
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Sunday, April 7, 2019 - 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
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 spiritual tradition, including those not
part of any spiritual 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.
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, April 20, 2019 - 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
AUSTIN, TX
Friday PM - Sunday AM, April 26-28, 2019
Love In Action
WEEKEND MINDFULNESS RETREAT in Austin, Texas
In the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. All are welcome!
Facilitated by Dharma Teacher Terry Cortes-Vega with Antonio Brunner, Brian Kimmel and Plum Blossom Sangha.
Sponsored by Plum Blossom Sangha of Austin, TX.
Website for more information: www.PlumBlossomSangha.org
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 December 26, 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 December 26, 2018.
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
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
Mastering Your Thoughts: Transforming Negative Thoughts into Positive Ones
Judgments restrict our freedom and joy, affect our self-esteem,
self-confidence, relationships, health, energy, and financial
abundance. They affect every area of our lives. We can take back
our power. With my techniques, you will eliminate the thoughts
that hurt you.
Facilitated by Dr. Paula Joyce. Fee: $35
► Get more info and register online.
► Contact Dr. Paula: 214.208.3533.
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Saturday, March 30, 2019 - 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. Suggested love offering: $10-$20.
► Get a flyer.
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Friday, April 5, 2019 - 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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Sunday, April 28, 2019 - 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
► Gong Journeys website.
► See a video on what a gong meditation experience is like.
Special Event:
SUNDAY evening, 5:00-7:00 pm
TUESDAY evening, 7:00-9:00pm
Friday PM - Sunday AM, April 26-28, 2019
THURSDAY evenings, 7:00-9:00pm
