Meditation Classes at the Dallas Temple

Join our drop-in meditation classes at our beautiful temple in downtown Dallas, Texas—an inspiring, peaceful space to develop inner calm and clarity. Classes are ideal for beginners and open to everyone, regardless of background or experience.

Sunday Meditation Topics in Dallas

Meditation Classes for Everyone

Meditation Class Topics
Dallas Sunday Morning – Total Acceptance, Total Freedom
Sep 13
Dallas Sunday Morning – Total Acceptance, Total Freedom

Patient acceptance gives us clarity and spaciousness of mind to see what is really binding us, and creates the space for practical solutions to arise. Join us for any or all classes in this series. Guided meditations are included. These classes are ideal for both newcomers and experienced meditators. Everyone is welcome.

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Dharma for Kids

Meditation Class Topics
Dallas Sunday Morning Dharma For Kids
Jan 5
Dallas Sunday Morning Dharma For Kids

This class is designed for children in kindergarten and above. We also have a video link for parents with preschoolers, toddlers and infants. Each class will include a short meditation, a Buddhist lesson, and activities to help children increase their patience, respect for others and loving kindness.

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Programa de Meditación en Español

Meditation Class Topics
Domingos por la mañana en Dallas - Aceptación plena, libertad plena
Sep 13
Domingos por la mañana en Dallas - Aceptación plena, libertad plena

La aceptación paciente nos brinda claridad y amplitud mental para ver qué es lo que realmente nos mantiene atrapados y crea el espacio para que surjan soluciones prácticas. Acompáñanos a una o a todas las clases de esta serie. Se incluyen meditaciones guiadas. Estas clases son ideales tanto para principiantes como para meditadores con experiencia. Todos son bienvenidos.

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Weekday Meditation Topics in Dallas

Tuesday Classes

Meditation Class Topics
Dallas Tuesday Evening - Staying Human in Hard Times
Sep 8
Dallas Tuesday Evening - Staying Human in Hard Times

By applying effort, cultivating our own good heart, and relying upon the clear advice of modern Kadampa Buddhism, we can definitely learn how to develop and maintain a happy and compassionate mind towards others. With practice, we can move beyond unpleasant states of mind, even when we're tired.

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Thursday Classes

Meditation Class Topics
Dallas Thursday Evening - The Anatomy of Meditation: Building a Better Meditation Practice
Sep 3
Dallas Thursday Evening - The Anatomy of Meditation: Building a Better Meditation Practice

We can think of the different qualities and skills we develop in meditation as the interconnected parts of the body of our meditation practice. Each week, we’ll focus on a different part and learn how to improve it.

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What to Expect

Meditation is an action of our mind and is the main cause of inner peace.

So come and enjoy drop-in meditation classes at our 8500 square foot downtown Dallas Temple. The Temple offers an ideal setting to improve your meditation practice in an inspiring and peaceful environment.

Drop-in classes are oriented towards those that are new to meditation and Buddhism. Some classes have fees and some are by donation, however no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. 

Our classes are great for anyone.
Everyone Welcome.

Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche

Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche

“When our mind is peaceful, we are free from worries and mental discomfort, and we experience true happiness.”
— Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche
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Introduction to Buddhist Meditation: The Four Noble Truths in Modern Life
Sep 12
Kadampa Meditation Center Texas
Introduction to Buddhist Meditation: The Four Noble Truths in Modern Life
Kadampa Meditation Center Texas

In this special course our Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Wangpo, an American Buddhist monk, will share how even in our modern society we can find the practical application of Buddha's most important teachings.

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The Eleven Yogas
Sep 12
Kadampa Meditation Center Texas
The Eleven Yogas
Kadampa Meditation Center Texas

A special 3-part series for Highest Yoga Tantra practitioners.

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Downtown Dallas Day of Giving 2026
Sep 14
Pegasus Plaza
Downtown Dallas Day of Giving 2026
Pegasus Plaza

Support Kadampa Meditation Center by donating during our Downtown Dallas Day of Giving event. Donations made online on 9/14 from 10:30am - 1:30pm will be doubled!

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Pegasus Plaza
Dealing with Anger, Attachment and Craving
Sep 14
Kadampa Meditation Center Texas
Dealing with Anger, Attachment and Craving
Kadampa Meditation Center Texas

A monthly series about how meditation opens the path to overcome our deepest suffering.

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Buddha’s Return from Heaven Day
Sep 22
Kadampa Meditation Center Texas
Buddha’s Return from Heaven Day
Kadampa Meditation Center Texas

Join us for Buddha’s Return from Heaven Day, which we celebrate with the tsog offering puja Offering to the Spiritual Guide.

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Beyond Words: How Faith Unfolds into Prayer
Sep 26
Kadampa Meditation Center Texas
Beyond Words: How Faith Unfolds into Prayer
Kadampa Meditation Center Texas

In this workshop with our Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Wangpo, we will learn about special practices for building our faith and improving our mind of prayer, through which our wisdom, compassion, and spiritual power will increase.

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The Bliss of Concentration: Engaging with the Peaceful Nature of Your Mind
Oct 3
Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, Hardwicke Interpretive Visitor Center
The Bliss of Concentration: Engaging with the Peaceful Nature of Your Mind
Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, Hardwicke Interpretive Visitor Center

Join us for one of our highly popular nature center meditation retreats! Get out of the city, leave behind the busy-ness of your regular routine, and enjoy a uniquely meaningful shift in perspective.

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Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, Hardwicke Interpretive Visitor Center
Buddha Manjushri Empowerment - A Life Blessed by Wisdom
Nov 7
Kadampa Meditation Center Texas
Buddha Manjushri Empowerment - A Life Blessed by Wisdom
Kadampa Meditation Center Texas

On this special day Gen Kelsang Wangpo will grant the blessing empowerment of Buddha Manjushri and provide instruction on developing the seven types of wisdom.

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