Meditation in Palm Springs - Dharmachakra Buddhist Center -an active and welcoming Buddhist Center for the Coachella Valley

About the Center

The Dharmachakra Buddhist Center has a simple mission: to help people learn how to be calmer and happier by applying the time-tested teachings of Buddha Shakyamuni, the founder of the Buddhism. Everyone can benefit from these teachings.

Classes & Services

All of our classes are informative, engaging and helpful. Every class is self contained, so come whenever you can. Everyone is welcome. No previous experience is required. No pre-registration is necessary.

Events Calendar

The Dharmachakra Buddhist Center offers classes in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, and Cathedral City. All of our classes include meditations that are useful for everyone. Click the link above for an up-to-date calendar of events.

FAQ: What to Expect at a Class

Everyone is welcome at our classes. No background in meditation or Buddhism is required. Click the link above to see answers to Frequently Asked Questions.

Make a Donation

The Dharmachakra Buddhist Center is entirely supported by donations, including contributions and class fees. Your donation—however large or small—is essential to the continued existence of the Center. Click the link above to see how you can donate.

About Buddhism

Nearly 2600 years ago Buddha Shakyamuni explained that all of our human problems and suffering arise from negative states of mind and he taught techniques for overcoming those negative states of mind. His teachings remain helpful and relevant today.

Karma & the Key to Happiness ~ Saturday, Oct 1st

Introductory Meditation Workshop with Kadampa Teacher Allen Howe Saturday, October 1, 10:00am – 1:00pm “The purpose of understanding and believing in Karma is to prevent future suffering and establish the basic foundation of the path to liberation and enlightenment.” ~ Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, Modern Buddhism. Everybody wants to be happy and…

Open House & Free Public Talk ~ Oct 18th & Nov 15th

Open House ~ Free Talk & Guided Meditation October 18th & November 15th If you are new to Buddhism and meditation and wish to find out what it is all about, you also welcome to attend our free monthly open house. 6:30pm – 7:00pm: Center Tour 7:00pm – 7:45pm: Guided Meditation…

Visions of the Pure Land ~ Oct 22nd

Visions of the Pure Land with Kadam Michelle October 22nd, 9:30am – 3:00pm During this retreat, Kadam Michelle will share teachings and guide meditations on the preliminary practices of Guru yoga and mandala offerings given at the first week of Summer Festival based on Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche’s new book “The Oral Instructions…

Tuesdays, Simply Meditate ~ Begins Oct 25th

Simply Meditate Tuesdays, 6:30pm – 7:30pm The purpose of these classes is to help people gain personal experience of inner peace through the practice of meditation, to overcome their daily problems, and to find real happiness in their hearts so they can be of benefit to those around them. The…

Southwest Dharma Celebration November 11-13, Tucson, AZ

BLESSING EMPOWERMENT OF BUDDHA VAJRASATTVA and TEACHINGS ON PURIFICATION PRACTICE with US National Spiritual Director, Gen Kelsang Rigpa KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTER (TUCSON, AZ) More Info: info@swdharmacelebration.org