9 Meetup Groups match “Zen” near Columbia, SC
Welcome Visitors and Newcomers ........ The Charlotte Zen Meditation Society, in existence since about 1990, is a group of Soto Zen lay practitioners who gather weekly for sitting and walking meditation, readings, and discussion of the practice of Zen as originally brought from China to Japan, developed, and taught by Eihei Dogen Zenji in the Thirteenth Century C.E. ... Soto Zen is the predominant form of Zen practice in the U.S. today. You are welcome to join us every Sunday night for sitting ( …
The Basics We are a group of people who, when we are able, set aside an hour of our busy lives to sit and share in the silence together. Origins. Why are we called the Bare Bones Zen Meditation Group? This simple style of meditation is deeply rooted in Ch'an Buddhism (the Chinese precursor to Japanese Zen Buddhism), but people of any or no religious or spiritual views are welcome. The word meditation is ambiguous in that meditation comes in many different forms and with many different meanings ( …
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The Center for Pragmatic Buddhism (CPB) is an established Sangha that is looking to spread the relevance of Pragmatic Buddhism and meditation to others. Everyone is welcome to attend. Our work is the synthesis of Nikayan (early Indian), traditional Chinese Chan and Japanese Zen Buddhism, and the American Pragmatist tradition, in what we call Pragmatic Buddhism. We utilize Chan and Zen Buddhist practice methods that resonate with Westerners, including the central practice of sitting meditation …
Namaste ~ The Aiken Silent Meditation Group is a non-sectarian and secular Buddhist group for people looking to practice silent meditation with others and is intended for people of diverse backgrounds, not just Buddhists. Our members have a broad range of meditation experience and we strive to make this a welcoming group for everyone from beginners to experienced meditators. We purposely are comprised only of lay practitioners and therefore are not led by any monk, lama, rinpoche, sensei, roshi …
Many temples in India bear the inscription "Be Good, Do Good." Zen Garden Yoga feels strongly in giving back to our community. Our 10am class on the last Saturday of each month will be dedicated to doing just that...giving back and paying it forward! This class is donation based and donating is completely optional. The teachers will be leading the class gratis and all of the donations collected will be given to the charity of the month. This one hour class is open to all levels. If you would lik …
Living a life of mindfulness is a group that can empower you to help yourself or a loved one. We have come together with a Buddhist nun, Suko, who will lead the group. Suko has dedicated her life to Buddhism and has offered to help in our local community as an advocate to those struggling with life's demands.
The intention of this group is to create a safe space for people to come together to meditate, and look at the possibility of group outings exploring the different facets of meditation.This group is open to everyone no matter your experience with meditation. We will cover everything from relaxation techniques, to guided imagery from week to week. Hopefully as this group grows, we can also look at the possibility of bringing in guest teachers or attending meditation retreats. I hope you will join …
Practicing QiGong (chee gong) in a big group is MUCH MORE POWERFUL than alone! Superpowered "Chinese Yoga" or Daoyin from the Taoist Tradition will change your mind, body, energy, emotion and confidence immediately. Perfect for Massage Therapists, Nurses, Reiki Practitioners, PEOPLE WITH STRESS, FATIGUE or anyone in need of "the juice". Techniques are traditional Taoist QiGong, simple and done together. This is a form of meditation, along with the added physical benefits of strengthening the bon …
A weekly meeting whose goal is to support one another towards Awakening to the Tao, Buddha Nature or Inner Christ that waits in each and everyone of us. Recognizing each person as being possessed by unique wisdom, life lessons and the shared human experience, this group seeks to support each person in their individual journey. Everyone has something to contribute. Check out the facebook page for more info and engagement. Thank you for your consideration.
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