Bay Area meditation group

Join our free weekly Chan meditation sessions at Dharma Treasury Temple in San Francisco!
Details

• Chan Instructor: Buddhist monastics from Dharma Treasury Temple
• Time: Every Friday 7pm Californian Time
• Location: Dharma Treasury Temple, 3201 Ulloa St, San Francisco, CA 94116, USA
• You can contact us to register or ask questions at: (510) 557-8324

Discover the transformative power of Chan meditation in a serene and welcoming environment. Each session is led by experienced Buddhist monastics who provide personalized guidance to help you address modern challenges. Whether you're seeking emotional balance, improved focus, or physical well-being, Chan meditation offers tools to nurture your mind and spirit.
After the session, enjoy tea and connect with others in a peaceful atmosphere, fostering both mindfulness and community.
Why Attend?
At Dharma Treasury Temple, we adapt Buddhist practices to resonate with contemporary American culture and sensibilities. These sessions are designed to help you:

• Cultivate patience and resilience in stressful situations
• Experience inner calm and clarity
• Improve your emotional, intellectual, and physical well-being

Testimonial:
"My job is very stressful, with last-minute deadlines and constant interruptions. Practicing Chan Buddhism has profoundly changed my life. I feel calmer, more alert, and better equipped to handle challenges. Even my patience, my biggest obstacle, has improved." — Emily

Whether you’re new to meditation or have years of practice, this free weekly session welcomes everyone on their journey toward inner peace and personal growth.

Join us for a unique experience that blends nature, meditation, and community! This time, we’ll be exploring the Treasure Island Path, a peaceful and scenic trail near San Francisco, guided by local Buddhist monks.
During this special gathering, we will practice American Chan meditation, a tradition that emphasizes single-minded focus and inner clarity. A key technique we’ll learn is chanting the Buddha’s name, a simple yet powerful method to calm the mind and deepen concentration.
After the hike, we’ll hold a casual meditation workshop, where you can ask questions and engage in meaningful discussions about meditation and spiritual practices.
Date & Time: Saturday, March 15th at 4:00 PM. Please arrive by 3:45 PM to meet the group and prepare for the hike.
Meeting Point: Treasure Island Path, San Francisco, CA. Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/w96zqZZKYNx3nvDz7
Parking: Easy parking next to the meeting point

Trail Details:
Difficulty: Easy
Route Type: Out & Back
Hiking Time: About 30 minutes
Distance: 1.7 miles
AllTrails Link: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/treasure-island-path--4?sh=no1byu

What to Bring: Please bring your own yoga mat or cushion to sit on the ground comfortably during meditation.

For more information, contact Buddhist Monk XianLai ("XL") at 510-557-8324.

We look forward to sharing this journey of mindfulness, movement, and connection with you!

Please RSVP if you agree to the following terms:
I hereby grant the event host the irrevocable right to use my likeness in photos, videos, or other digital media for use in any and all of its publications, including web-based publications, without compensation or other consideration. If you do not consent to the use of your likeness, please inform the organizer so that your image is not included in any media.
I understand and acknowledge that the event host, hiking leaders, and other participants bear no responsibility for my safety. I assume full responsibility for my own safety throughout the event.
I agree to release and hold harmless the event host and hiking leaders from any and all liability for accidents, injuries, death, or any harm that may occur during the event.

Feeling drained? Struggling with low energy? Join Venerable XianJin, a Chinese Buddhist nun, for a dynamic meditation workshop designed to help you regain vitality and mental clarity. Chan meditation helps unblock energy blockages, boost focus, and strengthen resilience, so you can face daily challenges with renewed strength.

Venerable XianJin enjoys challenging her students, helping them push past mental limitations and make real progress in their meditation practice. Whenever possible, Venerable XianAn, an American-Korean nun with over 10 years of experience, will assist to provide additional guidance.

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Join us and start your day with fresh energy and a clear mind!
Stay updated: Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/chan-meditation-8127051906 | Mailing List: https://www.dharmatreasurytemple.org/ | Meetup (Bay Area): https://www.meetup.com/bay-area-meditation-group