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Welcome To Kadampa Meditation Center Florida

  • Kadampa Meditation Center Florida

    Kadampa Meditation Center Florida (based in Sarasota) is a non-profit organization established to help bring inner peace into peoples lives through simple practices of Buddhist meditation. Within our Buddhist Temple we offer a wide range of meditation classes for all levels of interest from drop-in classes to week long meditation retreats, regardless of prior experience or religion.Your browser does not support the video tag.

  • Upcoming Events And Retreats

    Here are the next upcoming special events and retreats at KMC Florida.

    A Beautiful Vision of Who We Can Be

    During this year's Florida Dharma Celebration, we will explore the practice of Tantra and how we can use it to empower our spiritual life....
    Fri, Mar 8th, 7:00 pm
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    Understanding Karma – Cause and Effect

    Through understanding the law of karma, or actions and their effects, we will discover our own ability to change the course of our life....
    Fri, Mar 22nd, 7:00 pm
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    Beginners Meditation Workshop

    Suitable for anyone, and open to everyone, you can discover simple meditation techniques to clear the mind, reduce mental tension, anxiety, and stress, and experience peace from within....
    Sun, Apr 7th, 4:00 pm
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  • NEW TO MEDITATION - A GUIDE TO OUR CLASSES

    If you are new to meditation and looking for guidance we recommend any of the weekly drop-in classes below. These are perfectly suited for beginners and are offered at a variety of different times throughout the week.

    These classes, suitable for beginners, give a practical introduction to meditation and include topics such as the benefits of meditation, mindfulness, good posture, types of meditation, and how to start a daily meditation practice....

    Beginners Meditation (Wednesdays)

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    Create inner space in your mind during your lunch break! These lunchtime meditations are suitable for everyone. They consist of a short talk on meditation followed by a guided meditation to set you up nicely for a tranquil day....

    Lunchtime Meditation (Mon, Wed, Fri)

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    Each week our simply meditate classes introduce different topics ranging from improving our mindfulness and reducing stress to becoming more compassionate and wise....

    Simply Meditate Class (Sundays)

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    In these classes we learn how to use the power of meditation to make our greatest contribution to peace in the world and bring a positive influence to those around us. Feel empowered to change yourself and change the world!...

    Meditations For World Peace (Sunday)

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    These meditation classes are designed to help children (ages 5 -12) develop a peaceful, positive state of mind by listening to and applying Buddha’s simple compassionate teachings and meditations....

    Kids Meditation Classes (Sundays)

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TESTIMONIALS

These teachings and meditations were so practical and have given me a path to the inner peace and happiness that I have been longing for...

SamirClass Attendee

I have attended many retreats at KMC Florida in Sarasota. This is a great place to rejuvenate and boost my meditation practice

JindakRetreat Attendee

You don’t have to be a Buddhist to come here. A good place to learn about meditation and Buddhism. The teachers and classes are good

JanaClass Attendee

KMC Florida is an oasis of peace! Just walking in the door is relaxing. It's so wonderful to have KMC Florida's calming presence in my life to counter all of the stress and chaos in our world

DannaVolunteer & Attendee

If you are new to meditation and Buddhism or have practiced for years, you will find a wealth of wisdom and peace at KMC Florida

MychaelVolunteer & Attendee

KMC Florida is such a beautiful and amazing place! It's the perfect place to relax and work on true inner peace.

BradVolunteer Coordinator

It is a beautiful place to meditate and grow spiritually. The people here are very helpful and friendly.

MeriumRetreat Attendee

I found a great place to get some peace in my life and meet some great people as well.

ScottClass Attendee

A welcoming and friendly place, relaxed vibe with authentic Buddhist teachings and meditations, highly recommended.

PaulWorking Visitor

Very friendly & welcoming. Meditation classes are outstanding

FrankClass Attendee

Beautiful people and space. I recommend this place to anyone seeking to familiarize themselves with their own inner peace

PatrickClass Attendee

A true hidden gem of authentic spirituality and traditional spiritual practice!

BrianClass Attendee

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KMC Florida
730 N Washington Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34236
Tel: (941) 373-1600

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Kadampa Meditation Center Florida is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and member of the New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union.
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