Mats, meditation cushions, chairs, back jacks and benches are provided. Persons who wish to bring their own, of course, may do so.

The Naples Sangha meets meets at Bala Vinyasa Yoga which is located at Peacock Court, 6326 Trail Boulevard in Naples.

The Dancing Waters Sangha meets at the Lotus Room on West Kennedy.

The St. Petersburg Sangha meets at Yoga Moves.

Wheelchair access is available in Tampa and Naples.

Directions to these locations can be found in the maps section.

Although it is not required, you may first wish to attend an introductory class or orientation session. These classes are held at 5:00 PM on the last Sunday of every month at the Naples Sangha and at 6:00 PM on the last Thursday of every month at the Dancing Waters Sangha. It may also be helpful to review our Meditation Practice Guidelines. If you attend a meditation without attending the introductory session first, please let one of our greeters know that you are new. They will help you with any questions or concerns.

Loose, comfortable clothing is best. Most people dress casually, as there are no specific requirements.

Meditation practice is held in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Each practice session includes both sitting and walking meditations, followed by a teaching and/or discussion. The format of the meditation session varies and are described in the individual sangha sections. Participants sit on meditation cushions on mats or on chairs. Newcomers are helped in finding a comfortable seated meditation posture by experienced members of the community. Meditation periods begin and end with the sound of a bell.

People from all walks of life and spiritual and religious backgrounds attend our weekly meditation. We are as diverse as the population of Florida. Members of our community (or sangha) share a common wish to benefit others and discover lasting happiness and peace of mind in their own hearts through the practice of mindfulness and the Buddhist teachings.