Find Your Center, Awaken Your Mind
Step away from the noise and into a sanctuary of stillness. At Giac Tam Meditation Center (GTMC), we bridge ancient meditation traditions with modern mindfulness, guiding you toward a life of profound presence, intention, and inner peace.
The Path of Inner Awakening
At Giac Tam Meditation Center, our philosophy is rooted in the belief that true transformation begins within. We view meditation not as an escape from reality, but as a deliberate journey into self-exploration and spiritual development. By cultivating stillness and observation, we empower practitioners to navigate the complexities of existence with clarity, compassion, and a profound sense of inner peace.
Our Community Sanctuary
Deepen your practice within our supportive Sangha. We offer regular community gatherings, shared meditation sessions, and seasonal retreats for youth and adults, designed for all levels of experience—providing a welcoming overview of Zen traditions in a calm, modern setting.
Dates for Upcoming Retreats, Workshops, Classes, and Events at GTMC:
__Healing Retreat for Parents with Pregnancy and Child Loss: Saturday, November 7th (9 AM - 5 PM) - Will be postponed until the Spring of 2027. Please check-in with us again for the confirmation of the retreat date soon. Thank you for your interest.
__ Zen Cooking Workshop (Vietnamese Vegan Pho Noodle Soup): Saturday, December 12th (10 AM - 2 PM). Registration Deadline by December 10th.
*Detail Info & Registration Form: https://forms.gle/LbhVowa2xtacbnw67
*NOTE: During the winter months, Giac Tam Meditation Center (GTMC) will take a gentle pause from offering retreats and workshops as our community turns inward to deepen our practice, cultivate mindfulness, and nourish our spiritual life at the monastery. We look forward to welcoming you back for retreats and workshops in the spring! Please check back soon for our upcoming Spring/Summer Calendar. In the meantime, we warmly invite you to join our regular monthly community meditation practice: the first Sunday of each month for English-speaking practitioners and the second Sunday of each month for Vietnamese-speaking practitioners. May this season of quiet practice bring peace, clarity, and renewal to all.
Get Started:
Information for Beginners
Intro Zen Meditation Class
Foundation Classes
Beginner's Mind Retreats
Monthly Sunday Community Meditation Practice
Join Us Each Week:
Daily Meditation (AM & PM)
Dharma Book Club
Deepen Practice:
Advanced Classes
Extended Retreats
Solitary Retreats
Mentorship Program
Buddhist Initiation
Services:
Spiritual Support & Chaplain Care
Consultation with Monastic Staff
Community Outreach Programs
Youth Programs
Wisdom Path
Insights for the Soul • Giac Tam Meditation Center
“The practice at Giac Tam has been a profound homecoming. In the silence of meditation, I discovered the clarity to navigate life with grace and deep self-understanding.”
Myokan le, Spiritual Seeker