with Franz Manfredi
Mondays
7:00PM - 8:15PM
In Person and Online
Every Monday night join a friendly, lively, and welcoming group perfect for everyone of any or no meditation experience.
Franz curates and shares his favorite Buddhist meditation teachings gathered from all over the world, mainly from the Theravada and Dzogchen traditions. Learn and practice time honored methods of relaxation, mental and emotional regulation, experiential clarity, and interpersonal and intrapersonal connectivity. Basic techniques are explained and demonstrated.
This class is suitable for all levels of experience and is held both in person and online. All are welcome and no one is turned away for lack of funds. There will be spirited discussions, laughs, insights, tea, and sometimes cookies!
Cost: Suggested donation of $20 to help keep our doors open, compensate teachers, and make classes available for those who cannot afford them. No one is turned away for lack of funds. If you would like to join us in this practice of dana or generosity, please consider contributing:
In-Person Information
Location: We meet in the Gabrielson Chapel of Bay Shore Church on The Toledo and Granada in Belmont Shore. This space is ADA Accessible, LGBTQ+ welcoming, and there are gender neutral restrooms.
Bay Shore Church
5100 E. The Toledo
Long Beach, CA 90803
The doors will close promptly at the start of the program. 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 program, please knock and we will happily open the door for you.
Parking: There is a free lot across Granada Ave. There is free public parking available except from noon Saturday through noon Sunday. 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.
Please: Do not wear scented perfumes and fragrances as others may have allergies.
Questions: Email us at info@longbeachmeditation.org
Zoom Connection Information
We welcome you to join us via Zoom. Please use the connection details below.
Join Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/9014566014
Meeting ID: 901 456 6014
Password: 042020
Dial in on your phone (Voice only) +1 669 900 9128
One tap mobile +16699009128,,9014566014#
Franz Manfredi
Teacher
Franz's abiding interest in the spiritual traditions of South and Southeast Asia was sparked as a young child and he began his study and practice of Hindu meditation and philosophy at 8 years of age. During three pilgrimages to India beginning in 2002 he received various tantric empowerments and instruction in the Dakshina Kali and Barsana Vaishnava traditions.
After completing his undergraduate world music program at CalArts in 2004, Franz moved to the wonderful city of Long Beach.
He began studying Buddhism in earnest in 2013, beginning with an in-depth study and practice of Early Buddhism represented in the Sutta Pitaka. In 2015 Franz was invited to teach at Long Beach Meditation by founder and teacher emeritus Dr Victor Byrd.
Constantly amazed and inspired by the incredible depth and diverse beauty in all of Buddhism, Franz continues his education under the expert guidance of Jokai Blackwell Roshi, and has taken refuge with Dzogchen master James Low. Franz’s passion to share the teachings of the Buddha springs from the revolution they have created in his own life.