What we’re about
Kadampa Meditation Center DC offers numerous weekly classes, Friday night lectures, Saturday workshops and weekend retreats at our Temple in SW DC. We also offer classes in Capitol Hill, Arlington, Alexandria and Logan Circle.
Make sure to follow us on social media for up-to-date announcements regarding classes and events!
If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact our Educational Program Coordinator at epc@meditation-dc.org
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Breathing Love & Compassion: Transforming Suffering into Peace
Kadampa Meditation Center DC, 1200 Canal St SW, Washington, DC, USDiscover a powerful meditation practice that opens the heart and transforms suffering into love. In this gentle yet profound series, we’ll explore the ancient Kadampa Buddhist method of Taking and Giving—a breathing meditation that helps us cultivate deep compassion, let go of self-centered thinking, and awaken a courageous heart. By learning to take away the pain of others and give happiness in return, we can begin to live with greater purpose, love, and resilience in our daily lives.
Perfect for both new and experienced meditators, this series offers practical teachings and guided meditations to bring love and compassion into the world—one breath at a time.
December 4: Breathing In: Transforming Suffering with Compassion
December 11: Breathing Out: Giving Love and Happiness to Others
December 18: Love in Every Breath: The Full Practice of Taking and Giving
This series is based on the book 'Modern Buddhism' by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. You can download it for free at emodernbuddhism.com
REGISTRATION
Standard: $12 | Financial Hardship: $6 | Free for Members
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Each class is available by drop in. Everyone is welcome to attend, no previous experience is required.
LOCATION
Kadampa Meditation Center DC
1200 Canal St. SW | Washington, DC 20024
Metro Stop: Waterfront or Navy Yard2 attendees
Sunday Morning Meditation
Kadampa Meditation Center DC, 1200 Canal St SW, Washington, DC, USWeekly Sunday Meditation Classes with Sanema Naomi Hardrick
- Each class begins with guided breathing meditation, to help settle the mind, let go of distractions and cultivate inner peace. The meditation is followed by a brief, traditional Buddhist prayer, called Liberating Prayer.
- The Teacher will then give a practical teaching based on the topic of the class series and explain how we can integrate Buddha’s timeless wisdom into our busy daily lives.
- The teaching is then followed by a guided meditation to help us mix our mind with the teaching and take it to heart.
- Time permitting, at the end of the meditation class we spend a few minutes in group discussion and the teacher will take any questions that the class might have about the topic.
COST:
Standard: $12 | Financial Hardship: $6 | Register
**Member Pricing: **FREE & Available as an online class.
LOCATION
Kadampa Meditation Center DC
1200 Canal St. SW | Washington, DC 20024
Metro Stop: Waterfront or Navy Yard1 attendeeSunday Morning Meditation
Kadampa Meditation Center DC, 1200 Canal St SW, Washington, DC, USWeekly Sunday Meditation Classes with Sanema Naomi Hardrick
- Each class begins with guided breathing meditation, to help settle the mind, let go of distractions and cultivate inner peace. The meditation is followed by a brief, traditional Buddhist prayer, called Liberating Prayer.
- The Teacher will then give a practical teaching based on the topic of the class series and explain how we can integrate Buddha’s timeless wisdom into our busy daily lives.
- The teaching is then followed by a guided meditation to help us mix our mind with the teaching and take it to heart.
- Time permitting, at the end of the meditation class we spend a few minutes in group discussion and the teacher will take any questions that the class might have about the topic.
COST:
Standard: $12 | Financial Hardship: $6 | Register
**Member Pricing: **FREE & Available as an online class.
LOCATION
Kadampa Meditation Center DC
1200 Canal St. SW | Washington, DC 20024
Metro Stop: Waterfront or Navy Yard1 attendee
A Fresh Start: Setting a Course for Inner Peace
Kadampa Meditation Center DC, 1200 Canal St SW, Washington, DC, USAs the year comes to a close, it’s natural to reflect on the past and think about the changes we’d like to make. In this inspiring talk, we’ll explore how we can let go of old habits, unhelpful patterns, and mental clutter, and begin the new year with a fresh perspective.
Drawing on simple yet profound Buddhist teachings, we’ll learn practical methods to cultivate inner peace—no matter what’s happening around us—and set a positive direction for the months ahead. You’ll leave with a renewed sense of clarity, confidence, and inspiration for the year to come. Everyone is welcome, no experience needed.
Cost
General: $12
Members: Free
Financial Hardship: $6
To register and for information click here3 attendees
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