Free Meditation Classes
The Chicago Sri Chinmoy Centre offers free meditation classes as a community service. Our instructors are long-time students of spiritual teacher Sri Chinmoy. Each individual must ultimately define their own style/method of meditation. As such, during our programs you’ll learn many different techniques which you can then integrate into your own meditation practice.
New classes are offered regularly, usually (but not always) in the Roscoe Village neighborhood of Chicago. Each class series consists of one to four classes. Each class session builds on the previous session so your participation in all of the classes is encouraged.
We are also happy to speak with any group or organization about meditation. You can reach us at 773-248-8500 or fill out our contact form.
Our Next Class
Learn to Meditate Program
Thursday, December 5, 7:30-9pm
Victory's Banner Books & Gifts
2135 W Roscoe St-Unit 1S
Chicago, IL 60618
Call 773-248-8500 to register or use "Contact Us" form
Please note: 2135 W Roscoe is the SW corner building of Roscoe and Hamilton.
Victory's Banner Books & Gifts is actually the 2nd door south on Hamilton.
Meet our instructors
Pradhan Balter
A native of New York, Pradhan moved to Chicago shortly after he became a student of Sri Chinmoy 49 years ago. His entertaining, inspiring teaching style makes meditation easily accessible. He has lectured across the United States and in over 30 countries on the full spectrum of meditation and the importance of meditation in daily life.
Sukantika Donovan
Sukantika began meditating with the goals of quieting her overactive mind as well as learning to be genuinely happy. Within her first month of daily meditation, she began to experience a deep sense of satisfaction and joy; she never turned back. Sukantika loves to offer personalized classes to assist students in making progress toward their individual goals.
Ranganath Carnahan
Ranganath has been a student of Sri Chinmoy for 47 years. An internationally-known artist for 35 years, and originally based in Santa Barbara, he now lives in Chicago. In his classes Ranganath emphasizes the spiritual journey through meditation and other disciplines.