Classes and Schedule

The following overview is intended as a convenient summary for our visitors.Ganden Center offers evening classes, lunchtime meditations, retreats, half day workshops and daycourses.
 
Key, Class Times & Short Description
 
MM = Morning Meditation
Tuesdays - Fridays, 8am-8:45am
Join us in the chanted prayers of Heart Jewel and guided meditations from the New Meditation Handbook. Just drop in! For more information click on the "Morning Meditation" link.

PP = Purification Practice
Monday-Friday, 7:30am-8am
Purifying negativity by engaging in the blessed practice of prostrations. Includes chanting, meditation and physical movement. Please wear comfortable clothes. Just drop in! For more information click on the "Chanted Prayers" link.

LM = Lunch-time Meditations (25 minutes)
Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12:30pm - 12:55pm
Drop in for a short meditation session during lunch to gain a naturally peaceful mind that is content with whatever the day may bring! $2 donation.

ATM: Afternoon Teaching and Meditation (45 Minutes)
Thursdays, 12:30pm-1:15pm
Ganden Center has added a more in-depth afternoon class on Buddhism and meditation for those who would like teachings as well as a guided meditation. Each week will focus on a different topic within Buddhism such as overcoming anger, practicing patience, and increasing concentration. No registration is necessary. This class is $4.

GP = General Program Class
Wednesdays, 7pm-8:30pm
An excellent introduction to the practical applications of Buddhist thought and practice, covering simple meditations that you can use to gain some peace and clarity, as well as a clear introduction to the Buddhist way of life. Classes are $7 or $25/month.
For more information click on the weekly classes link at the top right.

FP = Foundation Study Program
Thursdays, 7pm-9pm & Sundays 10:30am-12:30pm

WFJ =Wishfulfilling Jewel Prayers with Offerings
Sundays, 9:30am-10:30am

SE = Special Events
Offered at Various Times
Ganden Mahayana Buddhist Center offers many special events throughout the year - ranging from short workshops, to meditation and study retreats, and spiritual empowerments. For more information,click on special events link.