About us
Since Dharma Center first opened in 1998 it has grown into a flourishing meditation and mystery school for dedicated students at all levels!
We offer public Meditation and Mindfulness classes on a weekly basis in-person and also expanded our offerings to include on-line classes via Zoom. *Please note for the online access, you will need to register for the class before it begins - the links are on our website for each session.
Tuition is on a “pay as you wish basis” to ensure that no one is turned away due to financial hardship. We now have 7 regular volunteer teachers offering weekly classes on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday as well as monthly classes on Tuesday and Sunday.
Via our adventurous ‘Members-only’ retreat program we travel to natural places of power including the magical Anza Borrego desert, the adventurous Hawaii islands, the mystic hills of Sedona, the majestic Joshua Tree & Arches National Park, the serene Lake Tahoe forest and recently even the temples of Japan.
As Dharma Center of Trikaya Buddhism is an IRS designated 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, which means that all contributions are tax deductible!
Our membership options are quite flexible; you can join and/or renew your Membership with a credit card or via PayPal: [http://dharmacenter.com/membership/](https://dharmacenter.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ab982e16e8630ccd8aac6f2fb&id=9ad4142ece&e=10476fa097)
If you’d prefer to make a one-time donation of any amount, please visit our Tuition page at: [https://dharmacenter.com/pay-tuition/](https://dharmacenter.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ab982e16e8630ccd8aac6f2fb&id=84e754585d&e=10476fa097)
If you would like to get involved and volunteer your time to support the center through SEVA (selfless service) please contact our SEVA Director at volunteer@dharmacenter.com
To check out some of the previous dharma talks, subscribe to Turiya's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@turiyadhara
Thank you for your support of our ongoing efforts to keeping the teachings alive!
Hope to see you soon at Dharma Center in person, online, or at a retreat!
Dharma Center of Trikaya Buddhism Teachers
Upcoming events
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In Person - Taking Refuge / Mostly Meditation with Turiya - plus online access
Dharma Center, 5059 Newport Avenue #303, San Diego, CA, USIn honor of the Spring Equinox, we will once again Take Refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha. Whether you are re-affirming your commitment to the Path or you are starting anew, join us in this Celebration of Light.
There will also be another meditation in the afternoon, the special 108 Lights Equinox Meditation (also in person & online). See our website for zoom registration for both events. Please register in advance.
Through the magic of meditation, egoic structures melt and awareness expands. This effortlessly opens the door to unreasonable joy, unconditional peace, compassion and wisdom.
Sit with us in meditation every Saturday with Turiya Dhara!
If joining us in person, please arrive a few minutes early to be seated before class begins.The session will begin with brief instructions, and largely consist of seated meditation. Chairs and cushions are provided.
Turiya will also answer questions about Trikaya Buddhism brought by participants and/or from comments on her YouTube channel: YouTube.com/@turiyadhara. (Please note: Meetup does not always notify us of comments in our Meetup group, so please contact us via email or bring your questions to class!)
Music is one of our meditation tools. Sound can be used as a focal point, or it can be used to provide a buffer from the city noises. A variety of meditation techniques will be shared over the coming weeks, allowing attendees to explore and find what works best for them.
Facilitated by Turiya Dhara, practitioners of Trikaya Buddhism embark on a journey of spiritual awakening and enlightenment. Whether you are new to meditation or seeking to enhance your practice, this class offers a unique opportunity to explore the depths of your being and bring healing into this world on a profound level. Don't miss this chance to connect with like-minded individuals in a supportive sangha environment while nourishing your mind, body, and soul.
*This class can also be accessed ONLINE by visiting our website DharmaCenter.com to register for the Zoom link.
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108 Lights Equinox Meditation - In Person & Online
Dharma Center, 5059 Newport Avenue #303, San Diego, CA, USTo join us for the 108 Lights Meditation on the Spring Equinox please register with this link. (You can also find the link on the Classes page of our website.) Thank you for responding here on Meetup as it helps others find us, but PLEASE register with the link above.
This Special Event is a powerful afternoon of practice to mark the turning of the season with stillness and clarity. We will gather in person and online for an extended 108 Lights Meditation to bring unconditioned Illumination into this world.
Please register in advance, whether you are attending in person or online to help us prepare a calm, supportive space for you.
The 108 Lights Equinox Meditation will also restart our intermediate / advanced study group for active Members of Dharma Center of Trikaya Buddhism.
108 Lights practice reflects the highest aspects of our Trikaya Buddhist path: grounding in truth, resting in inner ease, and bringing that clarity into daily life for the benefit of all. In essence we give away the energy and power we develop through our daily practice, like a star burning in the night sky, in order to bring unconditioned Illumination into this world.
ETL – 108 Lights Study Group consists of a small private gathering of Trikaya Buddhism students who are serious about embodying Enlightenment in This Lifetime. This group studies and discusses the works of masters to help illuminate the path. We extract the kernels of truth, transform our lives to embody that truth, and load these insights into our lives while living and working in the world.
ETL – 108 Lights is a container where friendships can grow and be strengthened as we encourage each other to explore all aspects of the Path. While there is a facilitator (currently Turiya), there is no formal “teacher” in the embody Enlightenment in This Lifetime 108 Lights Study Group. The understanding is that Life itself is the real teacher. For this reason, ETL is for Intermediate and Advance level practitioners who have demonstrated proper etiquette at classes, is an active DCTB member, and has a stable meditation practice.
To participate in the ETL 108 Light private study group, there are prerequisites:
- Current DCTB Membership
- DCTB teacher’s recommendation
- Attendance at one of the 108 Lights public meditation events held each Equinox and Solstice.
To join the ETL - 108 Lights private study group, if you are already an active Member, please reach out after the public meditation or contact Turiya directly. Please see our website for information about becoming a Dharma Center of Trikaya Buddhism Member.
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Our regular public Saturday 11am class will also be held in the morning before this special event, with the normal zoom link and in person access. Make it a Day of Dharma and join us for both!3 attendees
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