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Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago in Wicker Park
Calm, practical meditation in the heart of Wicker Park.
5(5 reviews)
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Calm, practical meditation in the heart of Wicker Park.
Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago in Wicker Park offers a peaceful oasis where calm and happiness are cultivated. The welcoming space feels intimate, with a small shop area for meditation essentials. Classes are practical, easy to understand, and connected to everyday life, guided by warm, humorous teachers. Online class options are available, and Sunday morning drop-ins are especially welcoming for newcomers.
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Weekly sessions for all levels focusing on practical techniques to reduce stress and increase happiness.
A curated selection of books, cushions, and tools to support your meditation practice at home.
Virtual meditation sessions accessible from anywhere, perfect for busy schedules or remote participation.
A peaceful space to connect with like-minded individuals and discuss teachings in a supportive environment.
Specialized classes for newcomers to learn meditation basics in a welcoming, judgment-free setting.
Being part of the Kadampa Meditation Center community has shown me that it truly is possible to stay calm and happy, no matter the circumstances. As surprising as it may sound, I’ve never seen anyone unhappy there. To me, it feels like an oasis in the middle of the desert—a peaceful, serene place where everyone is striving to become the best version of themselves and always ready to support one another.
Amazing. Wisdom and practice from accomplished teachers. Brilliant teachings on life-changing things like shifting to a genuinely positive perspective and realizing all of our interdependence. Highly recommend the Sunday morning drop-in class if you are new!
It's easy to miss walking past, but this little gem of a place is like a pocket of peacefulness in a super busy and lively part of town. Everyone is super friendly, and they seem to go out of their way to make new-comers comfortable. The space itself is small, but very peaceful -- just big enough for the classes they do, plus a hangout area and a small shop area with meditation essentials. The classes are always really practical and easy to understand. The teachers make a point of connecting things to everyday situations, often with a warm sense of humor, so that my time there helps out for days and days afterward. I'm not enlightened yet :) ... but I've been able to become someone who has fewer and fewer "yuk" days, and more and more "yay" days. Right now, they're doing all their classes live online because of the pandemic -- which makes it super easy to connect to tons of classes.
It was a delight to discover the center. I started with one small program and that quickly built up to going several times a week. I'm more calm and clear (and keeps getting better). Things that use to disturb me seem minor or often become positive in that they present opportunities to be more peaceful. The teachings are simple and yet profound. Easy to understand. And Gen Dorje's humor, good heart, and wonderful stories add to the whole experience. I love it there.
I attend weekly classes here and absolutely love it! The teachers are wonderful and I've learned so much, and become a calmer, kinder person because of it :) Very welcoming and open, even to someone with no experience of meditation or Buddhism. Check it out!
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