Half Day Meditation Retreat in Dallas
Saint Raphael Retreat Center
About This Meditation Retreat
Take a break from the demands of daily life and spend a day cultivating mindfulness, inner peace, and clarity. Through guided meditation, quiet reflection, and practical teachings, you’ll learn simple techniques to calm the mind, reduce stress, and develop greater awareness.
Open to beginners and experienced meditators alike, this retreat offers a welcoming space to relax, recharge, and reconnect with yourself.
Why Attend This Retreat
Give yourself a day to slow down, recharge, and develop practical meditation skills that support everyday life.
What You'll Experience
- Guided meditation sessions to cultivate calm and clarity
- Practical teachings on mindfulness and its role in daily life
- Gentle practices to release negativity and open space for joy
- A supportive environment to reconnect with your true self
Moments From Past Retreats
Photographs from our recent day-long retreats, the hall, the practice, and the people who come to sit.
Donation Based
Suggested donation: $50Any donation is greatly appreciated. By making a donation, you can register for the retreat.
Your donation goes toward covering the cost of the retreat and helping run the monastery, so we can continue offering these services.
We invite you to give according to your capacity and joy.
Have a question about the retreat or donating? Contact us at info@houstonbuddhist.org.
Schedule
Saturday, AUG 29, 2026 · 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
| TIME | ACTIVITY |
|---|---|
| 1.00 – 1.15pm | Introduction |
| 1.15 – 1.45pm | Loving Kindness Meditation |
| 1.45 – 2.00pm | Introduction of Breathing |
| 2.00 – 2.30pm | Breathing Meditation |
| 2.30 – 3.00pm | Snack Break |
| 3.00 – 3.30pm | Mindfulness Dhamma Discussion |
| 3.30 – 4.00pm | Breathing Meditation |
| 4.00 – 5.00pm | Dhamma Talk About Impermanant Meditation |
| 5.00 – 5.30pm | Impermanent Meditation |
| 5.30 – 6.00pm | Q/A Session and End |
Venue
Saint Raphael Retreat Center,
901 S Madison Ave, Dallas, TX 75208
What to bring
Comfortable clothing, an open heart, and nothing else. Cushions, mats, and chairs are provided.
A Theravāda Buddhist Monk
Ordained in the Theravāda tradition and trained at Mahamevnawa Meditation Center in Sri Lanka, our monk brings warmth, patience, and years of lived practice to every session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have a question? Feel free to contact us. We’re happy to help and look forward to meditating with you.
Terms & Conditions
Code of Conduct
We are committed to creating a peaceful and welcoming environment for everyone. We ask all participants to treat fellow attendees, teachers, volunteers, and the retreat venue with kindness and respect. Disruptive, inappropriate, or disrespectful behavior may result in being asked to leave the retreat without compensation.
Photography & Media
Photographs and videos may be taken during the retreat for educational, promotional, and social media purposes. By attending the retreat, you consent to the use of your image in these materials. If you prefer not to appear in photographs or videos, please let a member of our team know upon arrival, and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
Donations & Cancellation Policy
This is a donation-based retreat. Donations are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, please notify us before the retreat by emailing info@houstonbuddhist.org. As a courtesy, we will transfer your registration to a future Day-Long Meditation Retreat, and you will not be required to make another donation.