Welcome - Meditation for everyone

MEDITATION CLASS INFORMATION

8 STEPS TO HAPPINESS
with Buddhist nun Kelsang Chogyop

This series of classes will explain how to meditate on eight beautiful verses that comprise one of Buddhism's best-loved Lojong teachings. This class teaches how we can transform all life's difficulties into valuable spiritual insights.  View calendar

April 21, My 5, 19, 26,  June 2, 16, 23 & 30

TUESDAYS

LEARNING TO LET GO

with Peter Kurczynski, Ph.D.

Learning to let go of problems and frustrations is about more than just relaxation. We need to uncover the inner sources of worry and stress, and learn inner methods of actively responding to them. Buddhist meditation on the clarity of the mind gives us such methods, and it provides a foundation for a deep experience of letting go. Through learning to meditate in this way, we can connect with our potential for happiness, and gain the perspective we need to approach life with a peaceful mind.  View calendar

May 13-27 & June 3

WEDNESDAYS

INNER HEALTH THROUGH MEDITATION
(with Peter Kurczynski)

Meditation promotes health and wellness. If you have good health, now is the time to learn how to respond with flexibility and creativity to problems with the body or the mind. If you or someone you love has health problems, inner methods handed down by Kadampa Buddhist masters provide a way to incorporate them into a path of inner well being. Especially at times of sickness or distress, meditation is an essential component of finding inner peace. View calendar

May 7 - 28

THURSDAYS

HEALING FAMILIES WITH MEDITATION

Harmonious family relationships are the basis for day-to-day happiness and spiritual development. Learn how the meditations and practices of a Bodhisattva, one who is bound for enlightenment, can help you and your family. Let go of resentments and disappointments. Re-discover the joy that is possible from the people who are closest to you. View calendar

May 8, 15, 22, 29 & June 5. NO CLASS on May 1st

SATURDAYS

THE POWER OF A PEACEFUL MIND:
Dealing Skillfully with Anger and Conflict

with Peter Kurczynski

Learn skillful meditation techniques for remaining balanced, flexible and peaceful in the midst of difficult situations and conflicts. Begin to oppose your real enemy: the painful mind of anger. Learn to be assertive without becoming angry; and compassionate without always giving in. Discover how responding positively will improve your life and health, leaving you feeling less stress and greater joy and meaning.  View calendar

May 3 – 31, June 7

SUNDAYS

LEARNING TO MEDITATE  

Meditation leads to inner peace, overcomes loneliness, improves relationships, and has many other benefits for mind and body. We will investigate how meditation works to calm our mind throughout our busy daily life. Find out how to fit an enjoyable meditation practice into your present lifestyle, and learn time-tested methods for improving mindfulness, concentration and happiness.  View calendar

May 11, 18, 25 & June 1

THE DHARMACHAKRA BUDDHIST CENTER

The Dharmachakra Buddhist Center is a Buddhist meditation center located in northern New Jersey. We offer instruction in meditation and Buddhist spiritual practice. We envision a world based upon compassion and inner peace, where anyone who wishes can travel the path to enlightenment. We are building this world one mind at a time.

The Dharmachakra Buddhist Center is dedicated to helping you find happiness from within your own heart and real solutions to your problems through Buddha’s advice.

The Dharmachakra Buddhist Center provides instruction in Buddhist meditation and we promote the teachings and ideals of Kadampa Buddhism.

Let us help you gain experience in Buddhist spiritual practice and accomplish lasting inner transformation. Join us to learn how to meditate. View our calendar to learn about our meditation classes in New Jersey.

Kadampa Buddhism is a time-honored tradition that for centuries has made Buddha's teachings and meditation practices available to people throughout the world.

Buddhism has a timeless and universal relevance, and can be practiced by anyone in any culture, regardless of race, gender, or age.

Through training in meditation and other Buddhist practices you can improve the quality of your life by developing inner peace, love, and wisdom.  You do not need to be a Buddhist to try out these practices, or to benefit from them.

Serving Berkeley Heights, Brick Church, Chatham, Cranford, East Orange, Elizabeth, Glen Rock, Irvington, Madison, Maplewood, Millburn, Montclair, Newark, New Providence, Orange, Short Hills, South Orange, Springfield, Summit, Union, Westfield and surrounding areas in New Jersey.

Classes are available in Maplewood, South Orange and Summit, New Jersey. 

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Driving directions to our meditation center  in Maplewood, New Jersey (Directions to meditation center)

Dharmachakra Buddhist Center
203 Parker Ave.
Maplewood, NJ 07040