Trans/Gender-Expansive Deep Refuge Group Fourth Mondays (online over zoom) 6:30-8pm PM PST This 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! To be added to […]
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Class Series led by Mushim Ikeda Are you a 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 […] |
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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. 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. Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:30 pm For more information, visit the ALPHABET SANGHA WEBSITE |
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Midday Sangha at EBMC Wednesdays at Noon! Join our peer-led multicultural sangha for silent meditation practice and community building. Every Wednesday 12:00 – 12:45 Silent sitting, standing or lying down meditation with optional walking meditation. 12:45 – 1:35 Potluck lunch with facilitated conversation about our practice and being the dharma in the world Midday Sangha […]
Class Series led by Mushim Ikeda Everyone wants to live and be happy, yet human life is marked by suffering. Many are intimately and historically affected by social injustice, and we all experience loss of what is dear to us, sickness, aging, and death. How do we develop wisdom (insight) and spiritual strength (a practice […]
EBMC Teen Sangha – Winter / Spring 2018 Wednesdays: Jan 3rd - March 28th 7:00 - 8:45PM Open to teens, ages 14-19 EBMC 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 […] |
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Weekly Yoga Practice for Self Identified People of Color led by Satya de la Paz 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Build 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. No registration required. […] The People of Color Sangha is a growing tribe of people of color waking up and getting free! Thursdays 7:00 – 9:00 PM For more information, visit the: POC SANGHA WEBSITE |
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Led by Rev. Keiryu Liên Shutt Does your mind seem to “be all over the place”? Do you find yourself worrying a lot? Do you feel easily overwhelmed and filled with anxiety? Do you obsess about “shoulds’” and “coulds’” and, therefore, find it hard to focus? Buddhist teachings and meditation practices have long addressed ways to […]
The last Saturday of every month at EBMC, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Beginning Saturday, February 24th, 2018, and continuing on the last Saturday of every month, EBMC offers a Recovery, Deep Refuge Buddhist meeting with a focus on ways to heal addiction. Based on the Eight Steps to Recovery developed by Dr. Mason-John M.A (hon.doc) and Dr Groves, we […] |
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Every Body Every Mind Sangha is a weekly practice group for people living with disabilities, limitations, differences and chronic illnesses. Sundays 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Please 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 […] |
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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. 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. Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:30 pm For more information, visit the ALPHABET SANGHA WEBSITE |
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Midday Sangha at EBMC Wednesdays at Noon! Join our peer-led multicultural sangha for silent meditation practice and community building. Every Wednesday 12:00 – 12:45 Silent sitting, standing or lying down meditation with optional walking meditation. 12:45 – 1:35 Potluck lunch with facilitated conversation about our practice and being the dharma in the world Midday Sangha […]
Part of EBMC's Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum Open to all with Mushim Ikeda, Debra Kerr, JD Doyle Wednesdays, April 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2018 Mushim April 4 and 25. Debra Kerr April 11. JD Doyle April 18. 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Brahmaviharas (Divine Abodes), also called the Four Immeasurables, are Buddhist […] |
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Weekly Yoga Practice for Self Identified People of Color led by Satya de la Paz 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Build 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. No registration required. […] The People of Color Sangha is a growing tribe of people of color waking up and getting free! Thursdays 7:00 – 9:00 PM For more information, visit the: POC SANGHA WEBSITE |
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Family Practice Class: Opening the Heart through the Buddha's Teachings For Children Ages 0-13 and Family / Caregivers Led by Baruch Golden, Fresh! White, Jenn Biehn, Michele Ku, Keisha Turner & Shahara Godfrey Sunday, April 8th 10:00 am – 12:30 pm We invite you to come and help create the diverse family sangha at EBMC. We welcome […] Every Body Every Mind Sangha is a weekly practice group for people living with disabilities, limitations, differences and chronic illnesses. Sundays 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Please 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 […] |
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Led by Konda Mason & Lama Tsomo This is the first installment of a three-part series on the three directions of forgiveness; forgiving self, forgiving others and asking for forgiveness. We will begin with focusing on forgiving ourselves, which forms the foundation for the other directions of forgiveness. We have all done things to […] |
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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. 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. Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:30 pm For more information, visit the ALPHABET SANGHA WEBSITE |
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Midday Sangha at EBMC Wednesdays at Noon! Join our peer-led multicultural sangha for silent meditation practice and community building. Every Wednesday 12:00 – 12:45 Silent sitting, standing or lying down meditation with optional walking meditation. 12:45 – 1:35 Potluck lunch with facilitated conversation about our practice and being the dharma in the world Midday Sangha […]
EBMC Teen Sangha – Spring & Summer 2018 Wednesdays: April 11th - June 20th, 2018 7:00 – 8:45PM Open to teens, ages 14-19 EBMC 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 […]
Part of EBMC's Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum Open to all with Mushim Ikeda, Debra Kerr, JD Doyle Wednesdays, April 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2018 Mushim April 4 and 25. Debra Kerr April 11. JD Doyle April 18. 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Brahmaviharas (Divine Abodes), also called the Four Immeasurables, are Buddhist […] |
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Weekly Yoga Practice for Self Identified People of Color led by Satya de la Paz 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Build 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. No registration required. […] The People of Color Sangha is a growing tribe of people of color waking up and getting free! Thursdays 7:00 – 9:00 PM For more information, visit the: POC SANGHA WEBSITE |
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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 […] |
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For Self Identified Women Led by Shahara Godfrey Love Letters to Ourselves is a daylong retreat rooted in self-care and self-compassion, which is essential to our modern lives and Dharma practice. Together, we will write, reflect, move and meditate as a sacred and beloved community. Women are invited to bring a journal for writing and […] Every Body Every Mind Sangha is a weekly practice group for people living with disabilities, limitations, differences and chronic illnesses. Sundays 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Please 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 […] |
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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. 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. 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. Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:30 pm For more information, visit the ALPHABET SANGHA WEBSITE |
3 events,
Midday Sangha at EBMC Wednesdays at Noon! Join our peer-led multicultural sangha for silent meditation practice and community building. Every Wednesday 12:00 – 12:45 Silent sitting, standing or lying down meditation with optional walking meditation. 12:45 – 1:35 Potluck lunch with facilitated conversation about our practice and being the dharma in the world Midday Sangha […]
EBMC Teen Sangha – Spring & Summer 2018 Wednesdays: April 11th - June 20th, 2018 7:00 – 8:45PM Open to teens, ages 14-19 EBMC 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 […]
Part of EBMC's Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum Open to all with Mushim Ikeda, Debra Kerr, JD Doyle Wednesdays, April 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2018 Mushim April 4 and 25. Debra Kerr April 11. JD Doyle April 18. 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Brahmaviharas (Divine Abodes), also called the Four Immeasurables, are Buddhist […] |
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Weekly Yoga Practice for Self Identified People of Color led by Satya de la Paz 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Build 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. No registration required. […] The People of Color Sangha is a growing tribe of people of color waking up and getting free! Thursdays 7:00 – 9:00 PM For more information, visit the: POC SANGHA WEBSITE |
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Led by JD Doyle How do we navigate the conditions of our lives, our communities, and our world with wisdom and ease? The Buddha’s teaching on Nibbana (Nirvana) provides guidance for us to awaken our hearts and minds in the midst of the ups and downs of our lives. The teachings of Nibbana are some […] |
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Led by the EBMC Teen Sangha Team: Anthony “T” Maes, Sarwang Parikh & Sara Oakes EBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens, ages 14-19. For this daylong retreat, we will meditate, explore the Dharma, and connect through relational mindfulness games, building loving awareness for ourselves and our communities. No experience necessary. We […] Every Body Every Mind Sangha is a weekly practice group for people living with disabilities, limitations, differences and chronic illnesses. Sundays 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Please 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 […] |
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Trans/Gender-Expansive Deep Refuge Group Fourth Mondays (online over zoom) 6:30-8pm PM PST This 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! To be added to […] |
1 event,
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. Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:30 pm For more information, visit the ALPHABET SANGHA WEBSITE |
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Midday Sangha at EBMC Wednesdays at Noon! Join our peer-led multicultural sangha for silent meditation practice and community building. Every Wednesday 12:00 – 12:45 Silent sitting, standing or lying down meditation with optional walking meditation. 12:45 – 1:35 Potluck lunch with facilitated conversation about our practice and being the dharma in the world Midday Sangha […]
Part of EBMC's Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum Open to all with Mushim Ikeda, Debra Kerr, JD Doyle Wednesdays, April 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2018 Mushim April 4 and 25. Debra Kerr April 11. JD Doyle April 18. 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Brahmaviharas (Divine Abodes), also called the Four Immeasurables, are Buddhist […]
EBMC Teen Sangha – Spring & Summer 2018 Wednesdays: April 11th - June 20th, 2018 7:00 – 8:45PM Open to teens, ages 14-19 EBMC 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 […] |
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Weekly Yoga Practice for Self Identified People of Color led by Satya de la Paz 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Build 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. No registration required. […] The People of Color Sangha is a growing tribe of people of color waking up and getting free! Thursdays 7:00 – 9:00 PM For more information, visit the: POC SANGHA WEBSITE |
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Led by Spring Washam Learning to meet the inner and outer challenges of life with an open heart takes a fierceness that we can develop and cultivate through practice. On our spiritual path, we balance the two great wings of awakening: wisdom and compassion. Perfect wisdom gives rise to perfect compassion. During this daylong we […]
The last Saturday of every month at EBMC, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Beginning Saturday, February 24th, 2018, and continuing on the last Saturday of every month, EBMC offers a Recovery, Deep Refuge Buddhist meeting with a focus on ways to heal addiction. Based on the Eight Steps to Recovery developed by Dr. Mason-John M.A (hon.doc) and Dr Groves, we […] |
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Led by Dawn Mauricio The in-between moments of waiting in line or between meetings used to be opportunities to pause and reflect, but now have become moments where we tune into the world instead of tuning into ourselves. There's no need to shun technology though; together we'll discover how it can be a fruitful part […] Every Body Every Mind Sangha is a weekly practice group for people living with disabilities, limitations, differences and chronic illnesses. Sundays 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Please 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 […] |
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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. Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:30 pm For more information, visit the ALPHABET SANGHA WEBSITE |
3 events,
Midday Sangha at EBMC Wednesdays at Noon! Join our peer-led multicultural sangha for silent meditation practice and community building. Every Wednesday 12:00 – 12:45 Silent sitting, standing or lying down meditation with optional walking meditation. 12:45 – 1:35 Potluck lunch with facilitated conversation about our practice and being the dharma in the world Midday Sangha […]
EBMC Teen Sangha – Spring & Summer 2018 Wednesdays: April 11th - June 20th, 2018 7:00 – 8:45PM Open to teens, ages 14-19 EBMC 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 […]
with Mushim Ikeda Part of EBMC's Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum Open to all 4 Wednesdays May 2nd, 9th, 16th, & 23rd, 2018 7:00 – 9:00 pm Together we’ll safely take a deep dive into how to hold the questions and ethical complexities that arise when we grapple with trying to live in accordance with […] |
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Weekly Yoga Practice for Self Identified People of Color led by Satya de la Paz 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Build 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. No registration required. […] The People of Color Sangha is a growing tribe of people of color waking up and getting free! Thursdays 7:00 – 9:00 PM For more information, visit the: POC SANGHA WEBSITE |
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A Daylong for People Living with Disability, Illness or Chronic Pain Led by Debra Kerr In this daylong meditation retreat, we will explore the possibility of finding space and ease, even while dealing with painful conditions of body or mind. Mindfulness and sangha are powerful tools for finding ways of working with pain, for lessening […] Every Body Every Mind Sangha is a weekly practice group for people living with disabilities, limitations, differences and chronic illnesses. Sundays 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Please 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 […] |
Directions to EBMC
East Bay Meditation Center
285 17th Street
Oakland, CA 94612
