About us
Buddha Gate Monastery โ Meditation & Mindfulness is a welcoming community for anyone interested in learning meditation, exploring Buddhist teachings, and bringing greater mindfulness and peace into everyday life.
Our group offers opportunities to experience sitting meditation, walking meditation, Dharma talks, and group discussions in a peaceful monastic setting. Programs are suitable for beginners as well as those with an established practice.
Join us if you are curious about meditation or Buddhism, looking for ways to calm the mind and reduce stress, or simply seeking a supportive community for personal and spiritual growth. No prior meditation or Buddhist experience is required, and people of all backgrounds are welcome.
All Dharma classes and events at Buddha Gate Monastery are free of charge and supported by voluntary donations.
Upcoming events
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One Incense Meditation
Buddha Gate Monastery, 3254 Gloria Terrace, Lafayette, CA, USStep away from the busyness of the week and join us at Buddha Gate Monastery for a peaceful evening of guided meditation in a serene monastic setting.
One Incense Meditation is a one-hour guided practice that offers an opportunity to quiet the mind, cultivate mindfulness, and return to the present moment. Whether you are completely new to meditation or have an established practice, you are warmly welcome.
Come as you are, slow down, and enjoy an evening of stillness, reflection, and inner peace.๐ Every Friday
๐ 7:00โ8:10 PM
๐ฟ All levels welcome โข No experience needed โข Drop-ins welcomeBefore You Come:
- Please maintain a healthy lifestyle with a sound body and mind.
- Wear comfortable, modest attire: long or short sleeves with long pants.
- Socks are required inside the monastery.
- To preserve the peaceful and contemplative environment of the monastery, solicitation and business-related activities are prohibited.
All Dharma events and classes are free of charge. Donations are always appreciated and help support the monastery and its programs for the benefit of all.
Buddha Gate Monastery
3254 Gloria Terrace
Lafayette, CA 94549
Phone: (925) 934-2411
Email: mail@buddhagate.org
Website: Buddhagate.org3 attendees
Bodhi Seed & Bodhi Youth Meditation and Buddhism Program
Buddha Gate Monastery, 3254 Gloria Terrace, Lafayette, CA, USBodhi Seed Class | Ages 5โ10
The Bodhi Seed Class introduces children to meditation and Buddhist teachings in a warm, engaging, and age-appropriate environment. Through meditation, Dharma and Chan stories, group discussions, mindful activities, and creative crafts, children learn to discover their inner wisdom, develop their potential, and cultivate kindness, compassion, mindfulness, and a positive moral outlook on life.Bodhi Youth Class | Ages 11โ16
Building on the Bodhi Seed program, the Bodhi Youth Class helps older students deepen their meditation practice and understanding of Buddhism. Through meditation, Dharma teachings, discussions, and interactive activities, students explore how Buddhist wisdom can be applied to everyday challenges and relationships at home, at school, and with friends.Click HERE to sign up:
Schedule:
1:30 PM โ Sign-in
2:00 PM โ Chanting & Meditation
2:45 PM โ Dharma Talk & Group Activities
3:40 PM โ Dedication of Merits
3:45 PM โ RefreshmentsBuddha Gate Monastery
3254 Gloria Terrace
Lafayette, CA 94549
Phone: (925) 934-2411
Email: mail@buddhagate.org
Website: Buddhagate.org1 attendee
One Incense Meditation
Buddha Gate Monastery, 3254 Gloria Terrace, Lafayette, CA, USStep away from the busyness of the week and join us at Buddha Gate Monastery for a peaceful evening of guided meditation in a serene monastic setting.
One Incense Meditation is a one-hour guided practice that offers an opportunity to quiet the mind, cultivate mindfulness, and return to the present moment. Whether you are completely new to meditation or have an established practice, you are warmly welcome.
Come as you are, slow down, and enjoy an evening of stillness, reflection, and inner peace.๐ Every Friday
๐ 7:00โ8:10 PM
๐ฟ All levels welcome โข No experience needed โข Drop-ins welcomeBefore You Come:
- Please maintain a healthy lifestyle with a sound body and mind.
- Wear comfortable, modest attire: long or short sleeves with long pants.
- Socks are required inside the monastery.
- To preserve the peaceful and contemplative environment of the monastery, solicitation and business-related activities are prohibited.
All Dharma events and classes are free of charge. Donations are always appreciated and help support the monastery and its programs for the benefit of all.
Buddha Gate Monastery
3254 Gloria Terrace
Lafayette, CA 94549
Phone: (925) 934-2411
Email: mail@buddhagate.org
Website: Buddhagate.org2 attendees
Past events
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