Ongoing Offerings
Gainesville Shambhala offers a rich array of weekly ongoing offerings free to the public. No prior meditation experience required to attend. Most programs offer meditation instruction upon request. All are welcome.
IMPORTANT! BUILDING CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE JOIN US ONLINE. INFORMATION ABOUT THE ZOOM LINKS IS ON THE HOME PAGE.
OPEN SITTING (ONLINE DURING THE PANDEMIC)
Every Tuesday from 7 pm to 8:30 pm. Join us for meditation practice followed by a book discussion or a special practice.
Every Sunday from 10:30am to 12:30pm. Join us for meditation and book discussion. Beginners are encouraged and welcome to come for instruction at 9:30 am.
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DHARMA NIGHT – (SUSPENDED DURING PANDEMIC)
About once a month, we come together for “Dharma Movie Night” which includes a film, discussion and refreshments (please bring goodie and/or drink to share). Check the home page for updates.
QUEER & TRANS DHARMA (ONLINE)
Friday 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Queer & Trans Dharma. You are welcome to join us in this true community of acceptance, as we support each other’s journeys to full embodiment. There will be meditation, followed by book study/discussion. Newcomers, please plan to arrive at 6:45 pm.
For more information you may contact: Amber Paxton: [email protected] or 352-514-6303.
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MELANIN MEDITATION
1st and 3rd Saturdays 10:30 – 11:30 am
You are invited to a space where racial minorities of all backgrounds can explore the healing benefits of meditation.
Newcomers, please sign-in at 10:00 a.m.
For zoom link, please email: [email protected]
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GENTLE YOGA (SUSPENDED DURING PANDEMIC)
Wednesday 6:00-7:30 pm – Explore bringing awareness within using gentle yoga stretches that unite the mind, body and breath. Learn to relax tight muscles and release tension. Please bring a yoga mat. Everyone — including newcomers — welcome. This class meets in the meditation hall at the front of the building — enter through the door facing 23rd Ave. Teacher is Kim Heiss. Fee is $10.
Find how to get to our Shambhala Centre here.