Beginner Meditation Workshop

Relax, Focus, and Reduce Stress

For many years, teachers from the Tallahassee Chan Center have offered meditation instruction throughout the Tallahassee community, including programs at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, the Leon County Public Library, and the Florida Department of State. This workshop draws on that long-standing experience to provide a clear, methodical introduction to meditation that is accessible to beginners while still substantive for those with prior exposure.

Participants learn a structured approach to meditation that works directly with the body and attention: posture, breath regulation, self-massage, and practical methods for working with restlessness, fatigue, and distraction. Rather than focusing on abstract ideas, the emphasis is on learning how to practice correctly and sustainably. Many people notice concrete effects such as improved sleep, reduced stress reactivity, and greater mental steadiness after beginning practice.

This workshop is well-suited for a wide range of participants, including students, working professionals, retirees, and those seeking a grounded way to begin the new year. The teaching style is straightforward, non-sectarian, and informed by years of instruction in educational, healthcare, and public settings.

The course will provide a comprehensive introduction to meditation, including:

• The different postures
• How to establish a daily practice
• What impact meditation has on the body and mind
• How to get maximum benefit from your meditation practice

  Workshop Schedule

  Sunday, January 11

  • 2:00–3:30pm — Part 1: What meditation is and how it functions as a practice

  • 3:30–3:50pm — Break: Tea and light snacks

  • 3:50–5:00pm — Part 2: How to meditate — posture, method, and attention

  Participants are encouraged to practice at home during the week and keep a brief practice log.

  Sunday, January 18

  • 2:00–3:30pm — Part 3: Common difficulties in meditation and how to work with them

  • 3:30–3:50pm — Break: Tea and light snacks

  • 3:50–5:00pm — Part 4: Integrating meditation and principles of mindfulness into daily life

Meditation cushions will be available for purchase on-site.
• $20 each for registered workshop participants
• $35 each for non-registered attendees who come for a separate meditation sit

 

 

 

All proceeds support the ongoing programs of the Tallahassee Chan Center.
Date: Sunday, January 11 and 18
Time: 2 – 5pm
Location: 1310 N Paul Russell Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32301 (Google Maps).

More Information:

• $70 suggested donation for this workshop.
• We believe meditation should be accessible to everyone. While donations support our center, all events are free to attend.
• The workshop is offered in-person only.