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SUMMARY:New Year Mental Cleanse
DESCRIPTION:All of us carry large amounts of mental clutter and loads of junk in the mind. Are you ready for the ultimate mental cleanse to let it all go? If so then join us for this powerful class series meant to jump-start the New Year.  For 30 days we will develop a mindfulness practice\, cultivate love and compassion and let go of the past. This is a great class for beginners as well as experienced students! Please commit to attending all 4 classes prior to registration. \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click HERE to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \n  EBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/new-year-mental-cleanse-2/2018-01-29/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:Every Body Every Mind Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Every Body Every Mind Sangha is a weekly practice group for people living with disabilities\, limitations\, differences and chronic illnesses. \nSundays\n6:00 pm – 7:30 pm \nPlease come and take part in this time to meditate\, share our lives and support with each other\, and learn more about the dharma. There is no need to register for these weekly meetings\, just come and share this path together! \nTeachers include Charlie Johnson\, Deb Kerr and others. \nFor more info\, visit the Every Body Every Mind Sangha Website.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/every-body-every-mind-sangha-2/2018-01-28/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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SUMMARY:Embodying Compassion: A Day of Healing for Black Women
DESCRIPTION:Embodying Compassion: A Day of Healing for Black Women with Arisika Razak \nHow\, as Black women\, do we move from “surviving” to “thriving” in a society that does not love our bodies and our achievements? What ancestral wisdom is available to us that supports our journey? How can we use the Buddha’s teaching on the body to move into greater love for our physical forms\, while embracing their impermanence? And how do we turn the compassion and service we offer to our families and our communities to our own healing\, and self-love? In this day which focuses on self care and compassion\, we will use meditation\, movement\, teachings of the Dharma\, small group discussions\, and ritual to identify the tools that provide us with greater ease\, and joy as we walk through the world alone\, and together. \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click here to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \n  EBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/embodying-compassion-a-day-of-healing-for-black-women/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180127T163000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Intimacy Through the Buddha’s Teaching for the LGBTQ and Gender NonConforming Community
DESCRIPTION:with Shahara Godfrey & Baruch Golden \n“Love takes off masks that we fear we cannot live without and know we cannot live within”. – James Baldwin \nThe focus of this daylong is an ongoing exploration of deepening intimacy with ourselves\, others\, and all of life. It is open to all self-identified LGBTQ & gender non-conforming practitioners. We invite people to stay for the entire day. Beginners are always welcome!   \nIntimacy in relationships requires dialogue\, transparency\, vulnerability and reciprocity. Courage and tenderness are necessary as well. Pena Chodron has said\, “The only reason we don’t open our hearts and minds to other people is that they trigger confusion in us that we don’t feel brave enough or sane enough to deal with. To the degree that we look clearly and compassionately at ourselves\, we feel confident and fearless about looking into someone else’s eyes.”  \nDuring the day periods of movement and quiet meditation with instruction are offered as well as a mindfulness talk\, dialogue\, and relational exercises. Remember as Maya Angelou has said\, \n“Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles\, leaps fences\, penetrates walls to arrive at it destination full of hope”. \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click HERE to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \n  EBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/exploring-intimacy-through-the-buddhas-teaching-for-the-lgbtq-and-gender-nonconforming-community/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T210000
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SUMMARY:People of Color Sangha
DESCRIPTION:The People of Color Sangha is a growing tribe of people of color waking up and getting free! \nThursdays\n7:00 – 9:00 PM \nFor more information\, visit the: POC SANGHA WEBSITE
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/people-of-color-sangha-2/2018-01-25/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T190000
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SUMMARY:People of Color Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Yoga Practice for Self Identified People of Color led by Satya de la Paz \n6:00 pm – 7:00 pm \nBuild strength and flexibility while cultivating mindfulness in this all levels hatha yoga class. Each class has a unique\, inspiring theme and personalized instruction that will leave you feeling joyous and rejuvenated. \nNo registration required. No mat or special clothes required.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/people-of-color-yoga/2018-01-25/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180124T210000
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SUMMARY:Beginning a Meditation Practice
DESCRIPTION:with Mushim Ikeda \nAre you looking for a way to start a mindfulness meditation practice\, but don’t quite know how? These classes will give you the basics of sitting and walking/movement meditation in the vipassana (insight) style\, and metta (goodwill) meditation. Don’t worry about “getting it right” – if you can sit – on a folding chair\, on floor cushions\, in a wheelchair – or lie down – and breathe\, you’re off to a good start! This series is for those seeking stress reduction\, or it can be the gateway to those new to Buddhism. Meditation can help you\, over time\, to develop a sense of increased physical well-being\, mental clarity\, compassionate connection\, and spiritual growth.  \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click HERE to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \n  EBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/beginning-a-meditation-practice-2/2018-01-24/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180124T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
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SUMMARY:Teen Sangha: Winter & Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:EBMC Teen Sangha –  Winter / Spring 2018 \nWednesdays: Jan 3rd – March 28th\n7:00 – 8:45PM \nOpen to teens\, ages 14-19 \nEBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens\, ages 14-19. Our focus will be on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other\, having fun\, getting real and supporting each other. Learn mindfulness meditation and explore the dharma (Buddhist teachings) in creative and practical ways. No experience necessary. We are committed to maintaining a Sangha (community) that is welcoming to people of all identities\, cultures\, beliefs and ways of being. \nLed by the EBMC Teen Sangha Team: Raúl Kahlil Betancourt\, Anthony “T” Maes\, Sarwang Parikh\, Nirali Shah\, Syra Smith\, and Sara Oakes. \nRegistration: Registration is encouraged and space is limited. Click here or the link below to register. \nhttps://eastbaymeditation.org/ebmcreg/?event=Spring18teen \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process)\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible. \n  \nRaúl Kahlil Betancourt began his buddhist studies when he was 16 in L.A. and has been studying steadily since. He has studied Vietnamese Zen in LA and Soto Zen in Santa Cruz and SF as well as Green Gulch and Tassajara. He spent a year as a personal student to a head instructor from Eijeiji\, at his home temple in Japan. He also earned a black belt in Aikido. He eventually found his spiritual home at EBMC in Oakland. He is currently teaching science at a high school in SF where he is also a teacher meditation leader. \nAnthony “T” Maes was born and raised in the East Bay. He has practiced Buddhist meditation since 2003 including long retreats and living in a monastery in Thailand. He has volunteered on many teen meditation retreats since 2009 where he enjoys leading mixed-heritage liberation\, relational mindfulness\, and acrobalance. “T” graduated from UC Berkeley in 2004\, completed the yearlong Commit2Dharma program at EBMC in 2011\, and is a graduate of the Heart Mind Curriculum mindfulness teacher training program. \nSarwang Parikh is a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern who has worked with young people for over a decade. He has meditated and practiced yoga for the past 10 years. He is currently a part of Spirit Rock’s Dedicated Practitioner Program and EBMC’s Men of Color Deep Refuge group. Sarwang has worked therapeutically with young people across cultures and around the world in a variety of therapeutic\, school-based and community settings. He currently provides holistic counseling\, leads mindfulness groups\, and facilitates trainings on mindfulness in education with Seeds-of-Awareness.org. Sarwang is passionately committed to integrating social change and personal healing through practicing mindfulness and developing relationships. \nSara Oakes began her spiritual practice in the path of yoga and devotional chanting in 2000 when she also started training in dance and the healing arts. She has practiced in the Insight Meditation tradition since 2004 attending regular retreats with teachers in the U.S.A.\, Europe\, India and Myanmar. She is a graduate of both the Dedicated Practitioners and the Community Dharma Leader Programs at Spirit Rock Meditation Center.  She has a private practice in Craniosacral therapy\, Organic Intelligence\, and Somatic Experiencing trauma resolution for people of all ages in the East Bay. Website: LucidHuman.org. \nSyra Smith is an engaged artist\, activist\, community organizer\, sharing cultivator and mindfulness educator interested in deep ecology and manifesting a culture where we can turn toward fearless abundance and generosity. Syra has been educating and working with young people for over 15 years. A lifetime meditator\, she completed EBMC’s Commit to Dharma program in 2011 and is participating in a two year non-monastic ordination and lineage teaching program under the guidance of Venerable Pannavati Bhikkuni. In addition to co-leading EBMC’s Teen Sangha\, she has joined the team at the Mind Body Awareness Project\, providing transformational tools to at-risk and incarcerated youth.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/8458/2018-01-24/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180124T133500
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SUMMARY:Midday Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Midday Sangha at EBMC Wednesdays at Noon! \nJoin our peer-led multicultural sangha for silent meditation practice and community building. \nEvery Wednesday\n12:00 – 12:45   Silent sitting\, standing or lying down meditation with optional walking meditation. \n12:45 – 1:35     Potluck lunch with facilitated conversation about our practice and being the dharma in the world \nMidday Sangha Coordinating Committee:\nAbe Doherty\, Jenn Biehn\, Kam McCallum\, Karen Jackson\, Manuel Vasquez\, Preston Justice\, Shawki\, Yvette Flores
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/midday-sangha-2/2018-01-24/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180123T203000
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SUMMARY:Alphabet Sangha
DESCRIPTION:A meditation group for the Lesbian\, Gay\, Bisexual\, Transgender\, Queer\, Intersex\, Same-Gender Loving\, and Two-Spirit communities. Because that’s such a mouthful\, we call ourselves the Alphabet Sangha. \nTuesdays\n7:00 – 8:30 pm \nFor more information\, visit the ALPHABET SANGHA WEBSITE
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/alphabet-sangha-2/2018-01-23/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180123T173000
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SUMMARY:Dharma in Motion
DESCRIPTION:A weekly offering of access-centered movement practices for all ages and abilities. Teachers and modalities will rotate every 5-6 weeks. Drop in format\, no experience necessary. Please wear clothing that allows for gentle movement.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/dharma-in-motion-2/2018-01-23/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180122T210000
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SUMMARY:New Year Mental Cleanse
DESCRIPTION:All of us carry large amounts of mental clutter and loads of junk in the mind. Are you ready for the ultimate mental cleanse to let it all go? If so then join us for this powerful class series meant to jump-start the New Year.  For 30 days we will develop a mindfulness practice\, cultivate love and compassion and let go of the past. This is a great class for beginners as well as experienced students! Please commit to attending all 4 classes prior to registration. \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click HERE to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \n  EBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/new-year-mental-cleanse-2/2018-01-22/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T214832Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Trans/Gender-Expansive Deep Refuge Group
DESCRIPTION:Trans/Gender-Expansive Deep Refuge Group\nFourth Mondays (online over zoom)\n6:30-8pm PM PST \nThis deep refuge group is by and for trans/gender-expansive people. Our goal is to provide a welcoming community space for trans/gender-expansive folks who are interested in exploring meditation and other aspects of Buddhist practice. Both beginners and experienced practitioners welcome! \nTo be added to the email list\, please email tgedeeprefuge@eastbaymeditation.org with a quick note about your interest in the group. We look forward to practicing with you!
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/trans-genderqueer-peer-led-deep-refuge-group/2018-01-22/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180121T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20171205T041602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181001T173043Z
UID:10005929-1516557600-1516563000@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:Every Body Every Mind Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Every Body Every Mind Sangha is a weekly practice group for people living with disabilities\, limitations\, differences and chronic illnesses. \nSundays\n6:00 pm – 7:30 pm \nPlease come and take part in this time to meditate\, share our lives and support with each other\, and learn more about the dharma. There is no need to register for these weekly meetings\, just come and share this path together! \nTeachers include Charlie Johnson\, Deb Kerr and others. \nFor more info\, visit the Every Body Every Mind Sangha Website.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/every-body-every-mind-sangha-2/2018-01-21/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20171205T041114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190813T201302Z
UID:10005829-1516302000-1516309200@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:People of Color Sangha
DESCRIPTION:The People of Color Sangha is a growing tribe of people of color waking up and getting free! \nThursdays\n7:00 – 9:00 PM \nFor more information\, visit the: POC SANGHA WEBSITE
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/people-of-color-sangha-2/2018-01-18/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180118T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20170705T183820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190127T192620Z
UID:10005421-1516298400-1516302000@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:People of Color Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Yoga Practice for Self Identified People of Color led by Satya de la Paz \n6:00 pm – 7:00 pm \nBuild strength and flexibility while cultivating mindfulness in this all levels hatha yoga class. Each class has a unique\, inspiring theme and personalized instruction that will leave you feeling joyous and rejuvenated. \nNo registration required. No mat or special clothes required.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/people-of-color-yoga/2018-01-18/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20171207T031120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171207T031120Z
UID:10006039-1516215600-1516222800@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:Beginning a Meditation Practice
DESCRIPTION:with Mushim Ikeda \nAre you looking for a way to start a mindfulness meditation practice\, but don’t quite know how? These classes will give you the basics of sitting and walking/movement meditation in the vipassana (insight) style\, and metta (goodwill) meditation. Don’t worry about “getting it right” – if you can sit – on a folding chair\, on floor cushions\, in a wheelchair – or lie down – and breathe\, you’re off to a good start! This series is for those seeking stress reduction\, or it can be the gateway to those new to Buddhism. Meditation can help you\, over time\, to develop a sense of increased physical well-being\, mental clarity\, compassionate connection\, and spiritual growth.  \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click HERE to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \n  EBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/beginning-a-meditation-practice-2/2018-01-17/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180117T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20171217T220118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171217T220148Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Sangha: Winter & Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:EBMC Teen Sangha –  Winter / Spring 2018 \nWednesdays: Jan 3rd – March 28th\n7:00 – 8:45PM \nOpen to teens\, ages 14-19 \nEBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens\, ages 14-19. Our focus will be on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other\, having fun\, getting real and supporting each other. Learn mindfulness meditation and explore the dharma (Buddhist teachings) in creative and practical ways. No experience necessary. We are committed to maintaining a Sangha (community) that is welcoming to people of all identities\, cultures\, beliefs and ways of being. \nLed by the EBMC Teen Sangha Team: Raúl Kahlil Betancourt\, Anthony “T” Maes\, Sarwang Parikh\, Nirali Shah\, Syra Smith\, and Sara Oakes. \nRegistration: Registration is encouraged and space is limited. Click here or the link below to register. \nhttps://eastbaymeditation.org/ebmcreg/?event=Spring18teen \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process)\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible. \n  \nRaúl Kahlil Betancourt began his buddhist studies when he was 16 in L.A. and has been studying steadily since. He has studied Vietnamese Zen in LA and Soto Zen in Santa Cruz and SF as well as Green Gulch and Tassajara. He spent a year as a personal student to a head instructor from Eijeiji\, at his home temple in Japan. He also earned a black belt in Aikido. He eventually found his spiritual home at EBMC in Oakland. He is currently teaching science at a high school in SF where he is also a teacher meditation leader. \nAnthony “T” Maes was born and raised in the East Bay. He has practiced Buddhist meditation since 2003 including long retreats and living in a monastery in Thailand. He has volunteered on many teen meditation retreats since 2009 where he enjoys leading mixed-heritage liberation\, relational mindfulness\, and acrobalance. “T” graduated from UC Berkeley in 2004\, completed the yearlong Commit2Dharma program at EBMC in 2011\, and is a graduate of the Heart Mind Curriculum mindfulness teacher training program. \nSarwang Parikh is a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern who has worked with young people for over a decade. He has meditated and practiced yoga for the past 10 years. He is currently a part of Spirit Rock’s Dedicated Practitioner Program and EBMC’s Men of Color Deep Refuge group. Sarwang has worked therapeutically with young people across cultures and around the world in a variety of therapeutic\, school-based and community settings. He currently provides holistic counseling\, leads mindfulness groups\, and facilitates trainings on mindfulness in education with Seeds-of-Awareness.org. Sarwang is passionately committed to integrating social change and personal healing through practicing mindfulness and developing relationships. \nSara Oakes began her spiritual practice in the path of yoga and devotional chanting in 2000 when she also started training in dance and the healing arts. She has practiced in the Insight Meditation tradition since 2004 attending regular retreats with teachers in the U.S.A.\, Europe\, India and Myanmar. She is a graduate of both the Dedicated Practitioners and the Community Dharma Leader Programs at Spirit Rock Meditation Center.  She has a private practice in Craniosacral therapy\, Organic Intelligence\, and Somatic Experiencing trauma resolution for people of all ages in the East Bay. Website: LucidHuman.org. \nSyra Smith is an engaged artist\, activist\, community organizer\, sharing cultivator and mindfulness educator interested in deep ecology and manifesting a culture where we can turn toward fearless abundance and generosity. Syra has been educating and working with young people for over 15 years. A lifetime meditator\, she completed EBMC’s Commit to Dharma program in 2011 and is participating in a two year non-monastic ordination and lineage teaching program under the guidance of Venerable Pannavati Bhikkuni. In addition to co-leading EBMC’s Teen Sangha\, she has joined the team at the Mind Body Awareness Project\, providing transformational tools to at-risk and incarcerated youth.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/8458/2018-01-17/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180117T133500
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20171205T040751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190908T111726Z
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SUMMARY:Midday Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Midday Sangha at EBMC Wednesdays at Noon! \nJoin our peer-led multicultural sangha for silent meditation practice and community building. \nEvery Wednesday\n12:00 – 12:45   Silent sitting\, standing or lying down meditation with optional walking meditation. \n12:45 – 1:35     Potluck lunch with facilitated conversation about our practice and being the dharma in the world \nMidday Sangha Coordinating Committee:\nAbe Doherty\, Jenn Biehn\, Kam McCallum\, Karen Jackson\, Manuel Vasquez\, Preston Justice\, Shawki\, Yvette Flores
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/midday-sangha-2/2018-01-17/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180116T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20171205T035924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190813T210708Z
UID:10005625-1516129200-1516134600@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:Alphabet Sangha
DESCRIPTION:A meditation group for the Lesbian\, Gay\, Bisexual\, Transgender\, Queer\, Intersex\, Same-Gender Loving\, and Two-Spirit communities. Because that’s such a mouthful\, we call ourselves the Alphabet Sangha. \nTuesdays\n7:00 – 8:30 pm \nFor more information\, visit the ALPHABET SANGHA WEBSITE
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/alphabet-sangha-2/2018-01-16/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180116T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20170424T202151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170516T184408Z
UID:10005222-1516123800-1516123800@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:Dharma in Motion
DESCRIPTION:A weekly offering of access-centered movement practices for all ages and abilities. Teachers and modalities will rotate every 5-6 weeks. Drop in format\, no experience necessary. Please wear clothing that allows for gentle movement.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/dharma-in-motion-2/2018-01-16/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20171207T022538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171207T023211Z
UID:10006035-1516042800-1516050000@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:New Year Mental Cleanse
DESCRIPTION:All of us carry large amounts of mental clutter and loads of junk in the mind. Are you ready for the ultimate mental cleanse to let it all go? If so then join us for this powerful class series meant to jump-start the New Year.  For 30 days we will develop a mindfulness practice\, cultivate love and compassion and let go of the past. This is a great class for beginners as well as experienced students! Please commit to attending all 4 classes prior to registration. \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click HERE to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \n  EBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/new-year-mental-cleanse-2/2018-01-15/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180114T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20171205T041602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181001T173043Z
UID:10005928-1515952800-1515958200@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:Every Body Every Mind Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Every Body Every Mind Sangha is a weekly practice group for people living with disabilities\, limitations\, differences and chronic illnesses. \nSundays\n6:00 pm – 7:30 pm \nPlease come and take part in this time to meditate\, share our lives and support with each other\, and learn more about the dharma. There is no need to register for these weekly meetings\, just come and share this path together! \nTeachers include Charlie Johnson\, Deb Kerr and others. \nFor more info\, visit the Every Body Every Mind Sangha Website.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/every-body-every-mind-sangha-2/2018-01-14/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180114T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20171215T060328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171215T060328Z
UID:10006045-1515924000-1515933000@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:Family Practice Class: Opening the Heart through the Buddha’s Teachings
DESCRIPTION:with Shahara Godfrey\, Eve Decker\, Michele Ku\, Baruch Golden and Jenn Biehn. \nWe invite you to come and help create the diverse family sangha at EBMC.  We welcome families with babies\, toddlers\, and children up to age 13. Children under 5 will need to have a parent/caregiver stay with them.  \nThis class features training on “Family Tea Time” and how mindful practices can bind the family together. We will also explore how meditation and meditative movement can contribute to successful family life. Parents/caregivers and young people will meet together and separately during the class. We are committed to creating a diverse family sangha.  No prior experience is necessary.    \nPlease bring a snack (without nuts) to share.  \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click here or the link below to register. \nhttps://eastbaymeditation.org/ebmcreg/?event=jan18family \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \n  EBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/family-practice-class-opening-the-heart-through-the-buddhas-teachings-16/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20161201T205532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T004730Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Multiracial Peer-Led Deep Refuge Group
DESCRIPTION:The Multiracial Deep Refuge Group is a monthly exploratory Deep Refuge Group for and by people who identify as multiracial. Our meetings include periods of mindfulness meditation and sharing of narratives and perspectives as we come together to be seen and to see one another. By sitting and exploring our own unique stories\, we can come to know and care for the common threads that bind us together. Our collective work bravely expands the narrative that informs multiracial experience today. Meets 7pm-9pm on the second Saturdays of every month. Online and occasionally hybrid (in-person at EBMC + online). \nNewcomers welcome- please contact us before your first visit: mrdrcoordinators at googlegroups dot com
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/multiracial-peer-led-deep-refuge-group-2018-01-13/2018-01-13/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180113T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20171207T033421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171207T033421Z
UID:10006042-1515835800-1515861000@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:Working with the Judgments:  A daylong for People of Color
DESCRIPTION:with Shahara Godfrey \n“Hate is too great a burden to bear. It injures the hater more than it injures the hated.” – Coretta Scott King \nWorking with judgments\, and/ or a judgmental mind that are toxic can be liberating. The Buddha said\, “All that we are is the results of what we have thought. What we think we become.” Making decisions and choices using wisdom and discernment are skills that are welcomed. What happens when our thoughts and actions bind us to more suffering? \nThrough exploring a heart practice\, forgiveness work and tools that help see the patterns of the judgmental mind\, this daylong will offer these tools to self-identified people of color. There will also be instructions in mindfulness\, with dharma teaching\, interactive exercises\, and guided meditations. People are invited to stay for the entire day. Beginners are always welcome!  \nAs the Buddha reminds us\, “You can search throughout the entire universe for someone who is more deserving of your love and affection than you are yourself\, and that person is not to be found anywhere. You yourself\, as much as anybody in the entire universe deserve your love and affection”. \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click HERE to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \n  EBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/working-with-the-judgments-a-daylong-for-people-of-color/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
CREATED:20171205T041114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190813T201302Z
UID:10005828-1515697200-1515704400@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:People of Color Sangha
DESCRIPTION:The People of Color Sangha is a growing tribe of people of color waking up and getting free! \nThursdays\n7:00 – 9:00 PM \nFor more information\, visit the: POC SANGHA WEBSITE
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/people-of-color-sangha-2/2018-01-11/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153321
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SUMMARY:People of Color Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Yoga Practice for Self Identified People of Color led by Satya de la Paz \n6:00 pm – 7:00 pm \nBuild strength and flexibility while cultivating mindfulness in this all levels hatha yoga class. Each class has a unique\, inspiring theme and personalized instruction that will leave you feeling joyous and rejuvenated. \nNo registration required. No mat or special clothes required.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/people-of-color-yoga/2018-01-11/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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SUMMARY:Beginning a Meditation Practice
DESCRIPTION:with Mushim Ikeda \nAre you looking for a way to start a mindfulness meditation practice\, but don’t quite know how? These classes will give you the basics of sitting and walking/movement meditation in the vipassana (insight) style\, and metta (goodwill) meditation. Don’t worry about “getting it right” – if you can sit – on a folding chair\, on floor cushions\, in a wheelchair – or lie down – and breathe\, you’re off to a good start! This series is for those seeking stress reduction\, or it can be the gateway to those new to Buddhism. Meditation can help you\, over time\, to develop a sense of increased physical well-being\, mental clarity\, compassionate connection\, and spiritual growth.  \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click HERE to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \n  EBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/beginning-a-meditation-practice-2/2018-01-10/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Teen Sangha: Winter & Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:EBMC Teen Sangha –  Winter / Spring 2018 \nWednesdays: Jan 3rd – March 28th\n7:00 – 8:45PM \nOpen to teens\, ages 14-19 \nEBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens\, ages 14-19. Our focus will be on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other\, having fun\, getting real and supporting each other. Learn mindfulness meditation and explore the dharma (Buddhist teachings) in creative and practical ways. No experience necessary. We are committed to maintaining a Sangha (community) that is welcoming to people of all identities\, cultures\, beliefs and ways of being. \nLed by the EBMC Teen Sangha Team: Raúl Kahlil Betancourt\, Anthony “T” Maes\, Sarwang Parikh\, Nirali Shah\, Syra Smith\, and Sara Oakes. \nRegistration: Registration is encouraged and space is limited. Click here or the link below to register. \nhttps://eastbaymeditation.org/ebmcreg/?event=Spring18teen \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events.  However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process)\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher \nThank you for your generosity.  EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible. \n  \nRaúl Kahlil Betancourt began his buddhist studies when he was 16 in L.A. and has been studying steadily since. He has studied Vietnamese Zen in LA and Soto Zen in Santa Cruz and SF as well as Green Gulch and Tassajara. He spent a year as a personal student to a head instructor from Eijeiji\, at his home temple in Japan. He also earned a black belt in Aikido. He eventually found his spiritual home at EBMC in Oakland. He is currently teaching science at a high school in SF where he is also a teacher meditation leader. \nAnthony “T” Maes was born and raised in the East Bay. He has practiced Buddhist meditation since 2003 including long retreats and living in a monastery in Thailand. He has volunteered on many teen meditation retreats since 2009 where he enjoys leading mixed-heritage liberation\, relational mindfulness\, and acrobalance. “T” graduated from UC Berkeley in 2004\, completed the yearlong Commit2Dharma program at EBMC in 2011\, and is a graduate of the Heart Mind Curriculum mindfulness teacher training program. \nSarwang Parikh is a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern who has worked with young people for over a decade. He has meditated and practiced yoga for the past 10 years. He is currently a part of Spirit Rock’s Dedicated Practitioner Program and EBMC’s Men of Color Deep Refuge group. Sarwang has worked therapeutically with young people across cultures and around the world in a variety of therapeutic\, school-based and community settings. He currently provides holistic counseling\, leads mindfulness groups\, and facilitates trainings on mindfulness in education with Seeds-of-Awareness.org. Sarwang is passionately committed to integrating social change and personal healing through practicing mindfulness and developing relationships. \nSara Oakes began her spiritual practice in the path of yoga and devotional chanting in 2000 when she also started training in dance and the healing arts. She has practiced in the Insight Meditation tradition since 2004 attending regular retreats with teachers in the U.S.A.\, Europe\, India and Myanmar. She is a graduate of both the Dedicated Practitioners and the Community Dharma Leader Programs at Spirit Rock Meditation Center.  She has a private practice in Craniosacral therapy\, Organic Intelligence\, and Somatic Experiencing trauma resolution for people of all ages in the East Bay. Website: LucidHuman.org. \nSyra Smith is an engaged artist\, activist\, community organizer\, sharing cultivator and mindfulness educator interested in deep ecology and manifesting a culture where we can turn toward fearless abundance and generosity. Syra has been educating and working with young people for over 15 years. A lifetime meditator\, she completed EBMC’s Commit to Dharma program in 2011 and is participating in a two year non-monastic ordination and lineage teaching program under the guidance of Venerable Pannavati Bhikkuni. In addition to co-leading EBMC’s Teen Sangha\, she has joined the team at the Mind Body Awareness Project\, providing transformational tools to at-risk and incarcerated youth.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/8458/2018-01-10/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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