Meditation Coalition

Recommit to Your Practice
2020-01-11 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Recommit to Your Practice – A Half Day Retreat
with Mary Stancavage
Jan 11, 2020
9:30am – 12:30pm
ROAM – 1492 Blake Ave., LA

We look to the new year as a time of new beginnings and this morning provides an opportunity to reconnect and recommit to your practice. Give yourself the gift of time to quiet the mind and let go of the stories and habitual patterns of thinking that hang out without being noticed. There will be sitting and walking meditation, dharma and conversation. There will be an opportunity to set an intention for the new year as well.
Suitable for everyone.
ROAM is not easily accessible by public transit so if you need a rideshare, please let us know.
COST: Sliding Scale of $15 – $35. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.

Sliding Scale

The Eightfold Path for School Teachers
2020-03-23 16:00 - 17:00 | CA
Join veteran teachers Amy Oliver Love and Valerie Cusson as they explore ways to cultivate Mindfulness, Resilience, Self-Care and Connection during these difficult times.
Meets every Monday from 4:00-5:00 PST
This class is online and by donation only.
Mar 30, 2020 04:00 PM
Apr 6, 2020 04:00 PM
Apr 13, 2020 04:00 PM
Apr 20, 2020 04:00 PM
Apr 27, 2020 04:00 PM
May 4, 2020 04:00 PM
May 11, 2020 04:00 PM
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A Morning of Practice
2020-03-28 09:30 - 12:30 | Hill Street Center, 237 Hill Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90405, United States
Come spend a few hours and give yourself the luxury of quiet practice. With our busy lives we sometimes let our practice slip away.
This morning will be an opportunity to let go and get back to cultivating present time awareness and Rest in Being which is especially important in today’s world.. There will be sitting and walking meditation, dharma and conversation.
Suitable for all levels of practitioner.
COST: Sliding Scale of $15 – $35. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
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One Sangha
2020-04-05 16:00 - 17:30 | CA
A virtual gathering of BIPOC sanghas for meditation and connection. Taught by JoAnna Hardy, Devin Berry and Leslie Booker
Time: Apr 5, 2020 04:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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BIPOC Sangha
2020-06-07 11:00 - 12:30 | CA
Beginning August 2023, the BIPOC sangha will be on hiatus through the end of the year to allow time for collective visioning, planning and putting together something special for our January 2024 in-person relaunch and first time being together in the same space since 2020
Our facilitator led monthly meetings are held online via Zoom. They include a 30 minute guided meditation, followed by a group discussion. All who self identify Black, Indigenous or as a person of color are welcome, Buddhists, and non-Buddhists alike, at all levels of meditation experience.

Women and Whiteness
2020-07-18 12:00 - 13:30 | CA
Women and Whiteness
A Monthly Drop-In Group
Starting July 18, 2020
12-1:30pm PT via Zoom

A group for those who identify as women and white to explore how racial conditioning has impacted us and those around us.
This group will investigate what it means to be white. We will see how we have been shaped by societal and economic systems that are in place and which have formed our views and experience of race. With meditative practices as our foundation, we will work towards freeing ourselves from these ideas for the collective liberation of all beings.
This monthly group is drop in with no reservation required. No prior experience is necessary. Bring your willingness and an open heart.
Meeting Dates for 2020
Jul 18
Aug 15
Sep 19
Oct 17
Nov 14
Dec 12
Jan 9, 2021
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Mindful of Masculinities, Practices for Undoing Patriarchy, for Male Identifying Folk
2020-07-19 13:30 - 15:30, 2021-06-20 13:30 - 15:30 | CA
Practices for Undoing Patriarchy
A monthly gathering of male-identifying folk working to free all beings from the suffering brought by patriarchy
Patriarchy is a social system that privileges men with power. With that power comes the requirement to dominate others in roles of political leadership, moral authority, social superiority, property control, and sexual supremacy over women. Men do not volunteer for patriarchy; they are born into it and subjected to masculinities dictated by patriarchy. An increasing number of folk identifying as male are challenging the dictates of patriarchy, deconstructing toxic masculinities, and constructing more mindful, purposeful, and ethical masculine identities.
In this drop-in group, male-identifying folk explore our relationships with patriarchy and masculinity to provide ourselves opportunities to live more intentionally. We will not simply participate in and reproduce the dictates of patriarchy. We will co-construct masculinities that are:

more supportive to those who identify as male,
masculinities that support a more ethical relationship to the earth and fellow living beings, and
masculinities that do not diminish the identities or roles of anyone identifying as female, nonbinary or nonmasculine.

3rd Sunday Monthly
1:30 – 3:30 PM
Online via Zoom. Contact Frank for info.

Donation-based. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
info: FrankBaird@FrankBaird.com

Women and Whiteness
2020-11-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2021-09-18 11:00 - 13:00, 2021-10-16 11:00 - 12:30 | CA
Women and Whiteness
A Monthly Drop-In Group
10-11:30am PT via Zoom

A group for those who identify as women and white to explore how racial conditioning has impacted us and those around us.
This group will investigate what it means to be white. We will see how we have been shaped by societal and economic systems that are in place and which have formed our views and experience of race. With meditative practices as our foundation, we will work towards freeing ourselves from these ideas for the collective liberation of all beings.
This monthly group is drop in with no reservation required. No prior experience is necessary. Bring your willingness and an open heart.

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Resilience Practices
2021-01-06 17:00 - 17:45 | CA
MINDFULNESS, COMPASSION, GRATITUDE, MEDITATION & MORE

When you feel like there’s too much to do, or you can’t do enough, or there is nothing you can do, resilience practices can help you keep doing what you need to do. They can help you manage your suffering and well-being in the middle of any emotional storm.
Resilience is the ability to mentally or emotionally cope with difficulty or crisis and recover relatively quickly. Mental health practices for developing or accessing resilience include mindfulness, gratitude, kindness, compassion and meditation.

Join us for one of these brief practices. With each class there will be a short introduction, a guided meditation, and time for questions. This is an online Microsoft Teams drop-in class. Drop in for the entire class, or for as long as you can attend. It’s here for you if/when and for as long as you can be present.

Led by Frank Baird, LMFT, LPCC and UCLA Mindful Awareness Center Trained Meditation Facilitator. He is physically located in Woodland Hills Service Area, Thousand Oaks Department of Psychiatry but available everywhere online.

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Wednesdays 5 – 5:45 PM
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Womxn's Retreat
2021-01-14 12:00 - 2021-01-17 12:00 | CA
JoAnna Hardy and Mary Stancavage are inviting you to join them for the Sixth Annual Womxn’s Retreat, Jan 14-17, 2021. We will miss our beautiful Joshua Tree, but in keeping with Covid-19 precautions and our commitment to keeping each other safe, we will gather together on Zoom. This retreat is for all female-identified folx who have either sat this retreat in the past or have previous silent Vipassana retreat experience.
We will use this time together to deepen our Insight practice, share dharma teachings, discuss our shared humanity and be in a virtual circle together. There will be moments of silent sitting and walking practice in the setting of your own home, relational practices, and movement.
Although this retreat will be held on-line, we ask that you make a commitment to the practice as if you were attending a residential retreat. The conditions will be different, but an intention to the practice will be of benefit to you and the other yogis.
The schedule will be centered in Pacific Time. CLICK HERE to see the Schedule
REGISTER The cost of this retreat is $108 and there will be a chance to offer dana to the teachers at the end. A reduced rate of $54 is available to those who need support to attend.
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Retreat Cost

Full Cost $108.00 USDSupported Cost $54.00 USD

Morning Meditation
2021-02-13 07:00 - 07:30, 2021-07-31 07:00 - 07:30, 2022-09-29 07:00 - 07:30 | CA
A virtual half hour sit every morning, seven days a week, with Mary Stancavage.
Freely offered, everyone welcome.
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Women and Whiteness
2021-02-13 10:00 - 11:30 | CA
Women and Whiteness
A Monthly Drop-In Group
10-11:30am PT via Zoom

A group for those who identify as women and white to explore how racial conditioning has impacted us and those around us.
This group will investigate what it means to be white. We will see how we have been shaped by societal and economic systems that are in place and which have formed our views and experience of race. With meditative practices as our foundation, we will work towards freeing ourselves from these ideas for the collective liberation of all beings.
This monthly group is drop in with no reservation required. No prior experience is necessary. Bring your willingness and an open heart.
Next Group: Feb 13, 2021

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Introduction to Buddhism
2021-03-06 09:30 - 12:00 | CA
This class will offer a brief introduction to Buddhism for those interested in the history and basic teachings of the Buddha. The morning will include:

The life of the Buddha
Buddhism’s migration from India and adaptations
The foundational teachings
Buddhism’s relevance in today’s world

Whether you are new to meditation and Buddhism or have been practicing for some time, this will be an informative class and suitable for all.
This class is by donation, but registration is required. Zoom link will be sent after registration.
REGISTER HERE

BIPOC SANGHA
2021-05-30 18:30 - 20:00 | CA
Sunday May 30th, 2021 6:30-8:00pm PDT
We welcome Jessica Escobedo and Nico Nelson from B*tch Church/Dharma Homies to lead our BIPOC Sangha!

A Morning of Practice
2021-06-05 09:30 - 12:00 | CA
With our busy lives and all the challenges we’re facing, it’s easy to let our practice slip away yet it is so important to maintain. This morning will be an opportunity to let go and get back to cultivating present time awareness and Rest in Being. There will be meditation, dharma and an opportunity to connect with each other in conversation. This morning is offered by donation, but an RSVP is necessary.
RSVP HERE
Suitable for everyone.
By donation

Resiliency Practices
2021-09-29 17:00 - 17:45 | CA
Mindfulness, Compassion, Gratitude, Meditation & More

Wednesdays 5 – 5:45 PM PT
Resilience is the ability to recover quickly from difficulties. Right now, everyone might be feeling stressors related to COVID19. This class will include a brief introduction to a practice that can create and/or support resiliency, including mindfulness and compassion practices.
One doable practice. Right here. Right now. Clear, concise instructions. Anyone can do it and it can make life so much better!
This is a free online class held through Microsoft Teams and is available as a gift to the community by Kaiser. It is available to anyone. You do not have to be a Kaiser member and this class is suitable for any level of practice (beginner to advanced). Here is the link to the class.
Come for all or part of the class and practice. Let this be an invitation to an opportunity, not another requirement in an already too busy schedule.
Led by Frank Baird, LMFT, LPCC and UCLA Mindful Awareness Center Trained Meditation Facilitator. He is physically located in Woodland Hills Service Area, Thousand Oaks Department of Psychiatry but available everywhere online.

Join Us Online

Prácticas de resiliencia en español
2021-10-04 17:30 - 18:30 | CA
Toda la comunidad esta invitada a unirse a nuestros seminarios virtuales en vivo para transformar el estrés, la ansiedad y el aislamiento en sentimientos positivos, equilibrio y acciones productivas.
Estas clases de 60 minutos, que brindan consejos para sobrellevar el estrés y construir fortaleza mental, formarán parte de una serie continua que estará disponible el primer martes de cada mes.
Regístrese hoy al hacer clic en el enlace de registro a su derecha.
¡Invite a un amigo! ¡Comparta esta invitación con alguien a quien usted crea que pueda interesarle!
Próximas clases sobre la atención plena para el 2021:
Martes 5 de octubre
Martes 2 de noviembre
Martes 7 de diciembre
Haga clic en el siguiente enlace para registrarse.
https://webmail.kp.org/owa/calendar/SCALRegionalBH@kp.org/bookings/s/QxBpjWMq-0qoibcLrIshtg2 (en inglés)
Esta es una clase en línea gratuita que se lleva a cabo a través de Microsoft Teams y está disponible como regalo para la comunidad por parte de Kaiser. Está disponible para todos. No es necesario ser miembro de Kaiser y esta clase es adecuada para cualquier nivel de práctica (principiante a avanzado). Venga para toda la clase o parte de ella y practique. Deje que esto sea una invitación a una oportunidad, no otro requisito en una agenda ya demasiado ocupada.
Ruth Dease es instructora bilingüe del Programa de Reducción de Estrés Basado en la Atención Plena (REBAP) a través del Center for Mindfulness (Centro de Atención Plena) de la Universidad de California en San Diego. Su interés en diferentes técnicas de crianza la llevó a enfocarse en la atención plena hace 10 años. En su experiencia, practicar la atención plena la hace sentirse más tranquila, menos reactiva y más capaz de reflexionar sobre sí misma. Además de facilitar REBAP, Ruth se especializa en facilitar clases de educación sobre la salud virtuales y presenciales a través de Kaiser Permanente en el Sur de California.

Resiliency Practices Thursday
2021-10-07 17:00 - 18:00 | CA
Resiliency Practices
MINDFULNESS, COMPASSION, GRATITUDE MEDITATIONS & MORE
1st & 3rd Thursdays – 5-6pm PT
Resilience is the ability to recover quickly from difficulties. Right now, everyone might be feeling stressors related to COVID19. This class will include a brief introduction to a practice that can create and/or support resiliency, including mindfulness and compassion practices.
Join in on Microsoft Teams with your mic muted. Come for all or part of the class and practice. Let this be an invitation to an opportunity, not another requirement in an already too busy schedule.

REGISTER

This is a free online class held through Microsoft Teams and is available as a gift to the community by Kaiser. It is available to anyone. You do not have to be a Kaiser member and this class is suitable for any level of practice (beginner to advanced).
One doable practice. Right here. Right now. Clear, concise instructions. Anyone can do it and it can make life so much better!
Led by Frank Baird, LMFT, LPCC and UCLA Mindful Awareness Center Trained Meditation Facilitator. He is physically located in Woodland Hills Service Area, Thousand Oaks Department of Psychiatry but available everywhere online.

Prácticas de resiliencia en español
2021-12-06 17:30 - 18:30 | CA
Toda la comunidad esta invitada a unirse a nuestros seminarios virtuales en vivo para transformar el estrés, la ansiedad y el aislamiento en sentimientos positivos, equilibrio y acciones productivas.
Estas clases de 60 minutos, que brindan consejos para sobrellevar el estrés y construir fortaleza mental, formarán parte de una serie continua que estará disponible el primer martes de cada mes.
Regístrese hoy al hacer clic en el enlace de registro a su derecha.
¡Invite a un amigo! ¡Comparta esta invitación con alguien a quien usted crea que pueda interesarle!
Próximas clases sobre la atención plena para el 2022:
Martes 4 de enero
Martes 1 de febrero
Martes 1 de marzo
Martes 5 de abril
Haga clic en el siguiente enlace para registrarse.
https://webmail.kp.org/owa/calendar/SCALRegionalBH@kp.org/bookings/s/QxBpjWMq-0qoibcLrIshtg2 (en inglés)
Esta es una clase en línea gratuita que se lleva a cabo a través de Microsoft Teams y está disponible como regalo para la comunidad por parte de Kaiser. Está disponible para todos. No es necesario ser miembro de Kaiser y esta clase es adecuada para cualquier nivel de práctica (principiante a avanzado). Venga para toda la clase o parte de ella y practique. Deje que esto sea una invitación a una oportunidad, no otro requisito en una agenda ya demasiado ocupada.
Ruth Dease es instructora bilingüe del Programa de Reducción de Estrés Basado en la Atención Plena (REBAP) a través del Center for Mindfulness (Centro de Atención Plena) de la Universidad de California en San Diego. Su interés en diferentes técnicas de crianza la llevó a enfocarse en la atención plena hace 10 años. En su experiencia, practicar la atención plena la hace sentirse más tranquila, menos reactiva y más capaz de reflexionar sobre sí misma. Además de facilitar REBAP, Ruth se especializa en facilitar clases de educación sobre la salud virtuales y presenciales a través de Kaiser Permanente en el Sur de California.

Resiliency Practices Thursday
2021-12-16 17:00 - 18:00 | CA
Resiliency Practices
Mindfulness, Compassion, Gratitude, Meditation & More
Thursdays 5-6 PM PT
Resilience is the capacity and flexibility with which we meet life. It’s made of interrelated and complimentary skills. Each week we learn and practice one skill. We start with an exploration of the skill and how it might help, then we practice the skill, and then we have time for questions and answers to help you personalize your practice. This class is freely offered. Join us each week via Microsoft Teams: CLICK HERE
Led by Frank Baird, LMFT, LPCC and UCLA Mindful Awareness Center Trained Meditation Facilitator. He is physically located in Woodland Hills Service Area, Thousand Oaks Department of Psychiatry but available everywhere online.

REGISTER

Women's Retreat 2022
2022-01-13 17:00 - 2022-01-16 17:00 | CA
Sydney Reece and Mary Stancavage are inviting you to join them for the Seventh Annual Women’s Retreat, Jan 13-16, 2022. Although different venues are opening for gathering in person, this year we will gather together again on Zoom.
The theme of our retreat is Reflecting on Dharmic Connection: Groundedness, Belonging and the Feminine. We’ll use the time to see just how we come to feel separate from one another and even ourselves, and how we can recognize and cultivate the connections that exist.
We will use this time together to deepen our Insight practice, share dharma teachings, discuss our shared humanity and be in a virtual circle together. There will be moments of silent sitting and walking practice in the setting of your own home, relational practices, and movement.
Although this retreat will be held on-line, we ask that you make a commitment to the practice as if you were attending a residential retreat. The conditions will be different, but an intention to the practice will be of benefit to you and the other yogis. This retreat is open to anyone who identifies as a woman.
The schedule will be centered in Pacific Time. The schedule will be posted soon.
REGISTER The cost of this retreat is $108 and there will be a chance to offer dana to the teachers at the end. A reduced rate of $54 is available to those who need support to attend. No one is turned away for lack of funds.
REGISTRATION FORM
Pay Below, choosing Full or Supported Cost

Retreat Cost

Full Cost $108.00 USDSupported Cost $54.00 USD

A Morning of Practice
2022-04-23 09:30 - 12:30 | CA
A Half Day Retreat with Mary Stancavage
April 23 – 9:30am – 12:00pm PT
With our busy lives and all the challenges we’re facing, it’s easy to let our practice slip away yet it is so important to maintain. The end of the year can be especially stressful and this morning will be an opportunity to let go and get back to cultivating present time awareness and Rest in Being. There will be meditation, dharma and an opportunity to connect with each other in conversation. This morning is offered by donation, but an RSVP is necessary.
RSVP HERE
Suitable for everyone.
By donation

Resiliency Practices Thursday
2022-05-05 17:00 - 18:00, 2022-09-29 17:00 - 18:00 | CA
Resiliency Practices
Mindfulness, Compassion, Gratitude, Meditation & More
Thursdays 5-6 PM PT
Resilience is the capacity and flexibility with which we meet life. It’s made of interrelated and complimentary skills. Each week we learn and practice one skill. We start with an exploration of the skill and how it might help, then we practice the skill, and then we have time for questions and answers to help you personalize your practice. This class is freely offered.
Led by Frank Baird, LMFT, LPCC and UCLA Mindful Awareness Center Trained Meditation Facilitator. He is physically located in Woodland Hills Service Area, Thousand Oaks Department of Psychiatry but available everywhere online.
To Attend the Class:
1. CLICK HERE,
2. Click the correct date on the calendar
3. Click the Register link
4. Scroll down on the left to Mindfulness Practice
5. Click on the correct date
6. Fill out the registration info at the bottom of the page
7. Click Register
8. You will receive an email with the link to the class

A Morning of Practice
2022-08-13 09:30 - 12:30 | CA
Aug 13, 2022
9:30am – 12:30pm
St. Paul’s Commons, 840 Echo Park Ave., Los Angeles
Join us for this in person gathering to sit in community. Spend a few hours and give yourself the luxury of quiet practice. With our busy lives and the stress of each day, we sometimes let our practice slip away yet it is so important to maintain especially right now. This morning will be an opportunity to let go and get back to cultivating present time awareness and Rest in Being. There will be sitting and walking meditation, dharma and conversation.
Suitable for everyone. Lots of parking!
If you need a rideshare, please let us know.
COST: Sliding Scale of $15 – $35. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please pay at the highest level you can to support those who have less.
Click HERE to register
