What we’re about
Kadampa Meditation Center Boston offers an wide program of meditation classes, study programs, and retreats. The methods and practices taught at the center are suitable for all individuals, whatever your level of interest. By following Buddha’s special advice, we can relax our mind, dissolve our pain and fear, and become of greater benefit to others.
A typical class consists of a gentle relaxation meditation, teaching, discussion, and a concluding meditation. The meditations are guided and are suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Each class is self-contained so feel free to join at any time!
Our Resident Teacher is Gen Kelsang Khedrub, a Buddhist monk for over 25 years, who has taught around the USA since 1997.
We offer ongoing meditation classes in Cambridge, Back Bay, Newton, and Portland, ME. In addition we also hold retreats, day workshops, and special events, all of which are open to everyone regardless of background or experience.
Everyone is welcome – just drop into any class!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- How to Transform Your Mind - a meditation class series in AprilKadampa Meditation Center Boston, Cambridge, MA$15.00
Our mind has limitless potential. But we can easily find ourself stuck in repetitive ways of thinking and behaving. Buddha taught many gentle methods to help us transform our mind and break free from old habits. Buddha also taught ways to stabilize more realistic, constructive and positive views, intentions and actions. It all starts with understanding and transforming our own mind.
This Wednesday meditation classes take a practical look at Buddha’s wisdom teachings and how it can be applied to our modern life.
Each week will include:
- guided breathing meditation
- a short teaching on how to access more inner calm and kindness
- a concluding contemplative time
- Q&A time with Gen Khedrub
Essential Spiritual Practices
April 2 - Basic mindfulness trainings w/ Leela Dodda
April 9 - Love vs. attachment
April 16 - The inner strength of patience
April 23 - Taking care of ourself
April 30 - Non-harmfulnessRegistration: $15 at the door, or in advance at: https://www.meditationinboston.org/wednesdays-in-cambridge
Location: This event will be held at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston, located at 2298 Massachusetts Ave. in Cambridge, just a few blocks from the Davis Square T stop. There is free street parking after 6pm.
Gen Kelsang Khedrub is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston. He has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism under the guidance of Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 30 years. Gen Khedrub has served as a Resident Teacher in Chicago and in Seattle, and over the years he has taught special events and led meditation retreats around the country. His heartfelt teachings are presented with clarity and humor that make them accessible to everyone.
- Meditation & Mantra Recitation: A Saturday morning workshopKadampa Meditation Center Boston, Cambridge, MA$30.00
The purpose of meditation is to make our mind calm and peaceful, to help us move to a space where we are free from worry and mental discomfort. Buddha taught many different types of meditation, from simple breathing meditations to concentrations on loving kindness and profound wisdom.
The practice of mantra recitation is a powerful method to break through habit patterns of mind that bring us tension and pain. It enables us to receive inspiring the blessings of the Buddhas, connecting us with our own incredible potential.
This morning meditation workshop with Gen Khedrub to empower you in your practice of meditation and mantra recitation, whether you are new to these practices or already have some experience.
Location: This event will be held at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston, located at 2298 Massachusetts Ave. in Cambridge, just a few blocks from the Davis Square T stop. There is free parking available, please email us at education@meditationinboston.org
Registration: $30. At the door, in advance at: https://www.meditationinboston.org/meditation-and-mantra-recitation
Gen Kelsang Khedrub is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston. He has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism under the guidance of Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 30 years. Gen Khedrub has served as a Resident Teacher in Chicago and in Seattle, and over the years he has taught special events and led meditation retreats around the country. His heartfelt teachings are presented with clarity and humor that make them accessible to everyone.
- Free Outdoor Meditation at Boston Public GardenPublic Garden, Boston, MA
Curious about meditation and mindfulness? Let’s enjoy some FREE outdoor meditation in the beautiful surroundings of Boston Public Garden together! Discover how meditation can empower us to live joyfully, but also purposefully, and how it can help us to find some inner calm, and to reconnect with our limitless potential.
What better way to relax on a Friday evening than by learning the fundamental tools of mindfulness than we can then use anywhere, anytime?
Enjoy a free Friday evening guided meditation in the Public Garden with Gen Khedrub, the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston. Find some calm in this great busy city and have some fun with other meditators.
Monthly Free Meditation @ the Public Garden
Friday, May 9 from 6:30-7:15pm
(Upcoming dates: June 6 and more!)
Location: Boston Public Garden, Lagoon Edge (Boylston side)
Free registration at: https://www.meditationinboston.org/outdoor-meditation
Weather: If the weather looks, well, perhaps not too good for being outside, this page will be updated and everyone registered will be emailed with an update on the plans.
Gen Kelsang Khedrub is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston. He has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism under the guidance of Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 30 years. Gen Khedrub has served as a Resident Teacher in Chicago and in Seattle, and over the years he has taught special events and led meditation retreats around the country. His heartfelt teachings are presented with clarity and humor that make them accessible to everyone.
- Choose Kindness: A special evening event with Gen ZamlingKadampa Meditation Center Boston, Cambridge, MA$60.00
https://www.meditationinboston.org/choose-kindness
Choose Kindness: A special evening event with Gen Zamling
Friday, May 16 at 7pmDuring this special Friday evening event Gen Zamling will explain how to develop an authentic experience of loving-kindness through the practice of equalizing self with others. By becoming a good-natured person we can solve our daily problems, improve our relationships with others and maintain a happy, peaceful mind all the time. Learn how to choose kindness in your life.
Going deeper in the practice of loving kindness on Saturday, Gen Zamling will guide us through the extraordinary meditations that Buddha taught on the practice of exchanging self and others. We will explore how to take better care of ourselves so that we can be in a position to be of more benefit to others. And Gen Zamling will share some essential advice on how to make our practice of meditation more enjoyable and effective in bringing about the inner change that we all yearn for.
Gen Zamling has been a student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso for many years, and has taught in both the United States and in the UK. He is currently the Resident Teacher at KMC Chicago. Gen Zamling is known for his practical approach, warmth, and clarity. He is well-loved by his students, and sets an immaculate example of someone who has taken Buddha's teachings to heart.
Schedule:
Friday, May 16 7:00-8:15pm
Saturday, May 17 10:00am-12:30pmYou are most welcome to register for just one, or both, of these special events with Gen Zamling.
Location: This event will be held at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston, located at 2298 Massachusetts Ave. in Cambridge, just a few blocks from the Davis Square T stop. There is free parking available, please email us at education@meditationinboston.org
Registration: $15 Friday night, $30 Saturday. Please book in advance at: https://www.meditationinboston.org/choose-kindness
