For New Meditators
In addition to the meditation instruction available at many public group meditation sessions, we also offer classes and programs that are specifically geared toward new meditators. Please visit our list of programs to see when these programs are scheduled to take place.
Learn to Meditate
If you are new to meditation and would like to try it, this is a class for you! In this 3-hour workshop, our instructor will walk you through the techniques of meditation and offer practical ways to incorporate it into your life. This program is also recommended as a “refresher” for current meditators as part of their ongoing practice. We offer this program almost every month.
Shambhala Training Level I
Through the practice of meditation, we glimpse unconditional goodness as the ground of our existence. Opening to ourselves with gentleness and appreciation, we begin to see our potential as genuine and compassionate human beings. There are no prerequisites for this course – it is open to everyone.
New Meditators Group
Looking to connect with other meditators? We will explore issues related to meditation practice, especially for people of all ages who are newer to meditation. Meditation can sometimes seem more solitary than we might like – we invite you to join up with others for social time and to share your experiences. This group meets monthly.
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The following is a list of all Introductory programs that are coming up within the next month. Visit Classes & Programs for a complete list of upcoming scheduled programs.
Introductory
Tuesday Evening Meditation ONLINE
with Barbara Wolkowitz & Ann Shillinglaw
October 12th—May 3rd
Sunday Morning Meditation and Discussion ONLINE
with Alice Dan
October 17th—May 1st
Sunday Morning Meditation and Discussion In Person
October 17th—April 17th
In Person Tuesday Evening Meditation at the West Loop Shambhala Center
with Barbara Wolkowitz, Stephen Burns, Peter McLaughlin, Ted Ballou
November 16th—May 3rd
