Red Clay Sangha Meditation Group

Chanting is an important Buddhist practice used extensively in most Buddhist lineages. It serves not just to aid memory and recall of the suttas/ sutras, but also to strengthen the feeling of sangha and to quiet the thinking mind and help provide access to the unconditioned mind.

And chanting is an important part of our practice at Red Clay Sangha.
After a successful and popular study and practice session, a collective decision was made to continue chanting practice on a regular basis. Each session will be different as we draw on different chants, practices, and traditions, and as we take different approaches to chant duration, whether we are standing or walking or sitting, etc. And each session will stand completely on its own without direct correlation to prior or subsequent sessions. So please join us.

This is open to everyone, regardless of background or experience level.

Note that these sessions are in person only. The dynamics of chanting and of sharing space together are important and this doesn't translate well to a hybrid or Zoom environment.

Every Sunday, we meet to conduct our Buddhist practice together through sitting/walking meditation, chanting, lecture, and discussion. Our service is open to people of all backgrounds. This event is available in-person and online.

What to expect:

• 9:00 to 10:30 - seated meditation (25 minute meditation periods separated by 5 minutes of walking meditation)
• 10:30 to 10:45 - chanting service and brief break
• 10:45 to 11:30 - Dharma talk followed by Q&A/ Discussion

At 11:30 all are invited to participate in a group lunch; most weeks we go out together, usually to Mamak Vegan (just around the corner); once a month (see our redclaysangha.org for specific dates) we have a pot-luck lunch at our space, and all are welcome - whether or not you bring food!

What if I never meditated before?
"In the beginner's mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert's there are few." We love to welcome beginners! Let us know that you have never meditated before and we can provide some guidance.

Tai Chi is an ancient form of martial arts originating out of China and rooted in the Taoist principle of yin and yang. Characteristic for the tai chi form are slow and well-practiced movements and postures. These can be performed by all age groups and makes tai chi a popular low-impact exercise. Never done tai chi before? Beginners are welcome!

The practice of tai chi has proven health benefits as it increases flexibility and stamina. It is also connected with the attainment of Chi - the Chinese concept for life energy. Synchronizing the movements with the breath is an important aspect of the tai chi flow.

The most practiced tai chi is the 24-posture form. At Red Clay Sangha, the form is taught by Markus Wilms. He has over 20 years of experience and has practiced the last 5 years extensively with a Chinese teacher. His motto is: “Every teacher is a student; every student is a teacher”.

The RCS Tai Chi group meets every Tuesday at 7:30pm at the Sangha's physical location for one hour. Please RSVP if you plan to attend!