with Rosamaría Segura
Saturday, June 8th
9:30AM - 12:00PM
In Person Only
This half-day retreat will support your well-being and restorative processes to nurture the mind and body with a meditative and relaxing experience.
Together, we will co-create a space of connection and stillness, quiet the mind and relax the body, supported by easy to follow meditation instructions and soothing sound bath periods.
About the Retreat
Rosamaria will offer guided meditations to practice self care and compassion, silent sitting and walking periods, and a soothing sound bath with crystal bowls and other instruments.
Cost
The class is being offered for $40. For our Sustaining Members, we are offering the class at a discounted rate of $30.
If you cannot afford the full fee, choose “Reduced Fee” on the registration form below and please let us know in the comments field what you can afford. Volunteers at our events are always appreciated.
If you can contribute additional funds, your contributions help keep our services available, compensate teachers and staff, and make classes available for those who cannot afford them.
Schedule
9:30am – Welcome and Introductions
9:40am – Opening Meditation (posture, breathing, mind)
10:10am – Walking Meditation
10:20am – Sound Bath
10:50am – Tea Break (maintain silence)
11:00am – Seated Meditation
11:30am – Sound Bath
12:00pm – Metta Chant and Closing
How to Join the Retreat in Two Easy Steps
Fill out the registration form by clicking the button below.
Submit your payment using one of the methods listed.
1. Register
Please make sure to register in order to be added to the roster. To do so, click the button below, fill out the form and submit. If you cannot afford the full fee, choose “Reduced Fee” on the registration form and please let us know in the comments field what you can afford.
2. Payment
Please make sure to register above prior to submitting your payment. If you chose “Reduced Fee,” do not pay at this time and we will reach out to you with details. To sign up as a Sustaining Member and receive the discounted rate, click here.
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Send checks or money orders to: Long Beach Meditation, 375 Redondo Ave. #178, Long Beach, CA 90814
In-Person Information
We meet in the Gabrielson Chapel of Bay Shore Church on The Toledo and Granada Ave in Belmont Shore. The Chapel is ADA Accessible.
Bay Shore Church
5100 E. The Toledo
Long Beach, CA 90803
The doors will close promptly at the start of the session. We recommend arriving 5-10 minutes early to make tea if you prefer and get settled. Upon entry we ask that you silence your devices. If you arrive after the start of the session, please gently knock and we will open the door for you.
Parking: There is a free lot across Granada Ave. Parking passes will be available at event check-in. Street parking is also available. Please observe all parking signs.
Equipment: We have different styles of zafus (firm sitting cushions), zabutons (floor mats), benches and comfortable chairs on hand. You may also bring your own sitting equipment, a yoga mat and blanket or your favorite shawl to make your morning more comfortable. Limited yoga mats and blankets will be available. You may want to bring a notebook if you like to journal your reflections.
Clothing and Footwear: Wear comfortable clothing that supports you to feel relaxed. Bring socks to keep your feet warm. Wear shoes that are easy to put on and take off and comfortable for walking. Remember that you will spend time sitting, walking, and lying down.
Please: Do not wear scented perfumes and fragrances. Kindly turn off your cell phone for the duration of the event.
Questions: Email us at info@longbeachmeditation.org
Rosamaría Segura
Teacher
rosamariaseg@gmail.com
Leer Abajo en Español
Rosamaría is passionate about sharing mindfulness practices in communities with limited exposure to meditation and wellness modalities. She teaches in both Spanish and English in non-profit organizations, public schools, and people dedicated to socio-economic and environmental justice in Los Angeles, East Hollywood, Long Beach, and refugee shelters in Tijuana, Mexico.
She has been part of Long Beach Meditation since 2010 as a sangha member. Rosamaría also served as a board member for three years; in 2019 she joined the teaching group. Rosamaría has trained under the guidance of Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach, Trudy Goodman, et al. She completed the Buddhist Introduction to Chaplaincy Training at the Sati Center for Buddhist Studies, and Inelda’s End of Life Doula Training. She continues studying under the guidance of Jokai Blackwell Roshi.
In addition to her spiritual practice, she brings decades of career experience and dedication through community organizing to protect civil rights of immigrants and refugees, and promote worker rights and equitable healthcare access for all. Rosamaría holds an MA in Geography, BA in Cultural Geography and Urban Analysis, and an AA in Human Services and Psychology.
Español
Rosamaría le gusta compartir prácticas de presencia plena (Mindfulness) en comunidades con acceso limitado a prácticas de meditación. Rosamaría enseña en español e inglés en organizaciones sin fines de lucro, escuelas públicas y personas dedicadas a la justicia socioeconómica y ambiental en Los Ángeles, East Hollywood, Long Beach y centros para refugiados en Tijuana, México.
Rosamaría has sido entrenada bajo la supervision de Jack Kornfield y Tara Brach, Trudy Goodman. Completo el entrenamiento de Capelllán en centro Santi de estudios Budistas, y con el Centro Inelda como Asistente en Final de Vida. Rosamaría continúa estudiando bajo la guía de Jokai Blackwell Roshi.
Antes de dedicarse a enseñar de meditación, en su carrera profesional se dedicó a trabajar en políticas para promover los derechos civiles de los inmigrantes, refugiados, trabajadores y el acceso al cuidado médica para todos. Rosamaría tiene una maestría en Geografía, una licenciatura en Geografía Cultural y Análisis Urbano, y una maestría en Servicios Humanos y Psicología.