Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago

Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization dedicated to sharing the practical wisdom of Buddha's teachings with everyone in the Chicago area through meditation and mindfulness practices. We offer an array of drop-in classes, weekend events, and retreats open to everyone and suitable for all levels of experience.

All of our live classes, on-demand classes, special events, and meditation retreats are open to newcomers. Each includes guided meditation, practical instruction, and the chance to ask questions in real time (except with on-demand classes). Almost any class or event is a great way to begin. Choose one that works with your schedule, or on a topic that interests you.

The schedule repeats weekly. Feel free to drop in to any class that fits your schedule, whenever it works for you. All include guided meditation and practical instruction, and most include the chance to ask questions (either in-person or via interactive live-stream Q&A). No one is turned away for lack of funds.

Each class includes practical explanation and instruction, and fully guided meditation. Rent any class for 72-hours and meditate with it as many times as you like during that period. Your mind has boundless peace and clarity within -- just waiting to be discovered underneath all the mental busy-ness.

General Program (GP) classes present Buddhist teachings in a format that is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced practitioners. The format allows students to attend on a schedule that suits them. Through these classes everyone can learn how to apply Buddhist teachings to everyday life, using them to solve problems, and find peace and happiness.