Calm, community, and mindful learning in San Francisco.
San Francisco Buddhist Center is a welcoming place of worship, learning, and community in San Francisco. It offers introductory meditation classes with great teachers, inviting real practitioners to practice together. Members describe it as authentic, caring, and creative, a calm oasis where a dedicated community supports personal growth and mindful living.
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Beginner-friendly sessions teaching foundational meditation techniques in a supportive environment.
Classes and discussions on Buddhist philosophy, ethics, and practices for all levels.
Regular community meditations to deepen practice and foster connection with others.
Engaging events, retreats, and workshops focused on mindfulness and spiritual development.
Space available for private events, ceremonies, and gatherings in a tranquil setting.
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Overall rating
Carrie Phillips
Weird way to review a place, but…if you watched Mister Rogers Neighborhood as a child, then you’ll be familiar with the calm, warm feeling that classes at this center provide. I just took my first “intro to meditation” and loved it - highly recommend, and I will be back :)
Prasadachitta Dharmachari
This place is authentic in the sense that its real people taking the teachings of the Buddha seriously and putting them at the center of life.
Michaela Hoffman
SFBC is a welcoming place to learn more about meditation and Buddhism, and to practice with a caring, engaged and creative community. The introductory classes are awesome - great teachers!
Suvannamani Bunting
San Francisco Buddhist Centre a welcome oasis of calm
Marcus Netherton
Great place to practice and be supported by a community of dedicated practitioner's