Learn Meditation and Buddhism
The San Francisco Buddhist Center is a relaxed and friendly place to learn and practice meditation, mindfulness and Buddhism with support from people on a similar path. We are situated in the heart of the Mission District on the land of the Ramaytush Ohlone people. (Land acknowledgement statement.)
Our community is dedicated to supporting the development of spiritual friendship among all those who wish to experience the benefits of Buddhist meditation and practices. Our system of practice emphasizes the value of friendship, study and creativity, as well as Metta/kindness, Mindfulness, Calm Abiding/Samatha and Insight/Vipassana meditation practices, and applying Buddhist principles to everyday life. Everyone is welcome.
July 26, 2025
Buddhist Meditation 1: Mindfulness of Breathing
August 5, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Special Event: Mitra Ceremonies
August 20, 2025
Buddhist Meditation 2: Metta Bhavana/Loving Kindness
September 2, 2025 - September 23, 2025
GFR Retreats for Women*
September 5, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Wednesdays, 7pm to 9pm, in person only
Drop in Introduction to Meditation
Thursdays 6pm to 7pm, in person, except holidays
New Third Thursday Online Sangha Gathering
Thursdays, 7pm to 8:30pm, on zoom only
Sangha Nights in July and August: the Healing Power of Meditation
Wednesdays, 7pm to 9pm, in person only
Yoga Class in Person
Wednesdays at Noon with Aubree Gilbert
Happy Pride!
In the spirit of the Dharma, may we honor the richness of each person’s path toward liberation.
Connecting Gender Diverse Practitioners in Triratna: Information here.
What if we got it right? The SFBC Green Sangha suggests imagining what our lives will look like if we get it right, if we make major progress towards the healing of the planet. Here’s what they came up with.
Winter EDJI Blog Available Now! The EDJI team and members of the Sangha have put together a wonderful collection of stories, news and sharings related to social and racial justice, including its connection to environmental justice. Read the Blog here.