Find Peace, Clarity, and Joy — Meditate with a monk

5,000+ people have meditated with us · rated 4.9 out of 5

What a session gives you

A Beautiful Meditation & Mindfulness Sunday

Feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or just not yourself?

It doesn’t have to stay that way.

Meditate with a Monk teaches simple, practical techniques — from a monk, in plain language — for quieting a busy mind. No belief required. No experience needed. Most people who come have never meditated before.

What You’ll Gain

Deep Mental Calm

Let go of stress and anxiety with guided meditation and breathing practices.

Emotional Resilience

Learn techniques that help you respond to life with strength, patience, and kindness.

Personal Growth & Insight

Explore timeless wisdom that leads to inner peace and joyful living.

Silent meditators gathering: Community members meditating together outdoors under trees, Buddha Meditation Center DC

Captured Calm

A peaceful look into our guided sessions and welcoming community.

What’s Included in Your Experience

Everything you need for a peaceful, enriching evening—guided practices, expert instruction, and a welcoming space to grow.

FAQ

This is a mindfulness-based experience led by Buddhist monks, but it’s designed specifically for non-Buddhists. The focus is on well-being, not religious teaching.

 

Not at all. This session is welcoming to beginners, intermediate, and advanced meditators alike.

 

Wear comfortable clothes. Chairs are provided, but feel free to bring a cushion if you prefer to sit on the floor.

 

This program is donation-based, with contributions helping to cover venue and other program expenses.

Absolutely. Many attendees come on their own and find the environment warm, friendly, and supportive.

 

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Every session — from Loving-Kindness Meditation to Impermanence Meditation — was deeply enriching and calming. A truly transformative experience.

★★★★★

— Verified Google Review · Buddha Meditation Center, Rockville MD

Participant-verified outcomes · 2024–2025

Why People Choose to Meditate with Our Monk

Our sessions are guided by Rev. Amitha Khema, Buddhist Chaplain at George Washington University — and the results speak for themselves.

82%
Felt less depressed
after just one guided session
75%
Anxiety reduced
through mindful meditation practice
4.90/5
Satisfaction rating
across all in-person programs
4.9★
Google rating
from 60+ verified reviews

What to expect

  • A personal, one-on-one or small group session with a resident monk
  • Guided Samatha-Vipassana meditation tailored to your needs
  • Open Q&A — ask anything about meditation or the Dhamma
  • Welcoming to all faiths, cultures, and experience levels
  • Completely free — no registration fee, no commitment

Book your session

Meet the Monk. Find Your Peace.

Appointments available at our Rockville center. Call or email to arrange a time that works for you.

Free, no commitment
All backgrounds welcome
Rockville, MD · By appointment
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Ready to Feel More Calm, Centered, and Cheerful?

Don’t wait for peace to find you—come create it with us.

3 Responses

  1. Hello,

    My name is Leslie and I live in Manassas,
    VA. I am interested in finding a mediation with a Monk group/session this month

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