Shamanic journeying is amazingly simple to learn and do, yet it’s a practice with the potential to bring great healing, depth, wisdom and clarity to your life. If you’re at a transition point in your life, needing to make a next step forward and not sure how… or if you're looking to heal old wounds (or problematic patterns, habits, compulsions, addictions) that you've worked on before, but that just haven't gone away... or, if you have ever felt like there is "part of you missing," or like you'v …

This group is for people who are seeking to establish deep spiritual friendships both with others, and with themselves. We will commit to co-creating an atmosphere that offers deep listening, unwavering compassion -- and potentially life-altering challenge to the status quo. This ongoing group will explore and practice ways to 1) Access our deepest wisdom, and 2) More completely integrate and embody that wisdom in all aspects of our lives. In this process, we’ll draw respectfully from many s …

This group is for people who love kirtan, or for anyone who is curious about it. If you enjoy the music of Krishna Das, Snatam Kaur, Jai Uttal, Deva Premal, Karnamrita Dasi, Ragani, Mukti, Sean Johnson & the Wild Lotus Band,  Dave Stringer and other kirtan artists, then this group is for you! Those who haven't yet experienced kirtan, but are interested in spirituality, yoga, meditation, music, etc. are also welcome to join the group and check it out. We just ask that you read the "Group Guidelin …

The purpose of this meetup group is to offer a network of free or donation based outdoor yoga in the Oakland area. I will be leading a semi-regular Ashtanga Vinyasa modified primary series through this site and I encourage anyone who is interested in leading a Yoga class to contact me. Let's take advantage of the summer and practice outside. There is a perfect gazebo in Lakeside park just south of Fairy Land. Exact location posted on individual meetup events.

Drum up some energy with a warm community of familiar and new friends. Pacific Drum Circles has new events in Oakland. No previous music experience needed. Whether you are a first-time drummer or drummin' all the time, enjoy co-creating a groove while connecting through rhythm.

Shamanic journeying is an opportunity to meet with one's guides and visit other realms of existence. You may go into a journey with a question, and meet various beings who will often give very good advice and information. This kind of work can be very inspiring and empowering. Perhaps above all, it offers the opportunity to develop an awareness of realities quite different from this one. However, if a participant's belief system won't go there, and she/he credits it all to imagination, it can st …

Hello! Calling all Island gals from 21 to the age in our hearts! - happy Park Street Hipsters, Kite Board riders, Julie's Coffee and Tea Crafters, Wescafe lingerers, City Hall politicos and East Ender mamas - to come hang and meet semi-regularly for tea/dinner/brunch and more! Let's build a sense of community on our kick-ass island! The Alameda Ladies Social Club is growing into a tight-knit group of ladies to lean on and (gently) party with!

Spirituality is about life, not boredom. Spiritual life doesn't just happen in a single building, or one day a week.  Are you interested in exploring what it means to be Christian in a faith community that celebrates the gifts of all cultures and all people -- queer, straight, trans, cis, men and women -- and that values creation, creativity, and justice? We're hoping to meet a few people in different parts of the East Bay who want to experience a community of prayer and practice, instead of jus …

We are a growing group of people dedicated to cultivating wellness and fulfillment. We gather every Monday evening from 7:30-9:00p at Alameda Community Acupuncture (1716 Lincoln Ave in Alameda, CA) to practice qigong and meditation together. Tea will be served.  Basic instruction is provided and practitioners of all experience levels are welcome. There is no cost to practice with us. Donations are welcome but not required.

Tai Chi is a "meditation through movements". Currently Huiling is teaching Tai Chi 18-form. Huiling has practiced Tai Chi 18-form over 15 years. Tai Chi 18-form can be practiced by anyone, anywhere, anytime, in any length (5-10 minutes, or longer). It's especially great for people who tend to sit for a long time at a desk. As a financial analyst worked in the banking industry over 14 years with long time sitting, Huiling really benefited from and truly believe in this natural, simple and rejuven …

Simply Experiencing Everyone's Divinity. A place for meditation, music, message and celebration.

This group is for educators, organizers, students, artists, and anyone who cares about Oakland. The goal is to provide you with the Tools to the do the "inner" work, so that you can be more dynamic and successful in transforming and raising the vibration of the beautiful city of Oakland. --> The Tools: Yoga, meditation, wisdom/knowledge, stress reduction and energy-building techniques.

Offering ceremonies that bring in the Divine to foster peace within each of us as a means to bringing peace on Earth.

In these times of great change and transformation there is a deep calling from within that urges us to step more fully into our role in service to one another and a planet in need. The form of our service varies, but the premise remains the same- as we create and embrace true healing and peace from within, so too can we emanate and share this with others. In this meetup group we will explore a range of topics in energy healing, conscious manifestation, leadership and empowerment, mind-body medic …

Although many (but not all) of us are Star Wars fans, being a Jedi isn't about occasionally dressing up or having fun with lightsabers. Jedi is someone who through their own will and spirit strives to be a stronger, better, and more helpful person to the world. "Utilizing the truth in fiction", we strive to follow a path inspired by the fictional Jedi in Star Wars in our real lives. Our meetings cover a variety of types of training, including martial arts, meditation, energy work, philosophy, he …

This group is for young people who seek Realization and an effective meditation method for achieving it. It is for those who want to understand the meaning of existence and to realize their full potential. This can be effectively achieved by Natural Path,also known as Pranahuti Aided Meditation (PAM), a new system of rajayoga for Self Realization. About the Workshop:The Pranahuti Aided Meditation practice teaches a way of living and supporting methods for a modern person to grow his/her indivi …

This group is for the practitioners of Pranahuti Aided Meditation (PAM ) in the San Francisco Bay Area. The group will announce regular Group Meditation (Satsang) schedules and Celebration events. Pranahuti Aided Meditation (PAM) is a new system of rajayoga for Self Realization. The Pranahuti Aided Meditation practice teaches a way of living and supporting methods for a modern person to grow his/her individual consciousness into the cosmic plane, living a life of peace, harmony and happiness. …

This is a group for people that are polyamorous and that identify themselves as spiritual. Many poly people have trouble finding support for their lifestyle in their community and with their circle of friends and family. This group is for you. We will do activities together, talk about all types of poly matters... including the hardships of coming out... play games together....basketball anyone?... have weekend gatherings, do alot of spiritual introspection and bonding. The spiritual events will …

This is a group for anyone interested in opportunities to come together as a multi-ethnic community through pan-African spirituality and performance arts. We'll get together to experience everything from bead-craft to live music and dance performances and Earth Wisdom ceremonies.

Welcome to COME ALIVE! Meetup Group... This group focuses on supporting women to gain freedom from unwanted behaviors, any unwanted behavior. We are open to support you in your process to let go of any unwanted patterns that stand in your way to live the life you want. There is an incredible sensation of Power emerging in your body when you start sensing the freedom from "the hook" of obsessions and cravings. We are using an adapted "12 Steps" model integrated with a body-awareness approach as a …

Astrology is a wonderful tool to learn about ourselves and others - to grow in our relationships. This group will be some education, some sharing about ourselves, and some getting to know each other. We will meet around the Oakland area. Beginners welcome! Join us for a fun and deepening time together!

This is a weekly group for anyone interested in reducing stress, increasing well-being, and taping into inner wisdom using ancient meditation techniques made practical for modern life. Beginners and experienced meditation practitioners are welcome. Cost:The class is offered by donation. $10 is the suggested donation for the class but no one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Teacher: Kate Janke has been practicing Buddhist Meditation since 2004. She is a teacher in training with Jack Kornfie …

"Spirituality in business, having quietly blossomed for decades, is an established trend that’s about to morph into a megatrend." said Patricia Aburden, author of “Megatrends 2010, The Rise of Conscious Capitalism”. This Meetup Group is specifically targeted towards those who feel deep within their hearts that there has to be a better way of doing business, but like so many of us, feel overwhelmed as individuals as to what this may mean. It is time to come together and share our passions and hop …

This is a wonderful get-together for people interested in cultivating healing energy for themselves, others and Mother Earth- a transforming, relaxing and rejuvenating experience. The origin of OM Healing is thousands of years old. It comes from ancient times when mankind was more connected to a higher wisdom and living in harmony with the universe. The rishis (the ancient sages and sources of the Vedic scriptures) of that time used this powerful primordial vibration of OM to bring about healing …

This group was created to help people explore nature with curiosity, awareness and intention.  Hikes will encourage connection with others while also allowing for personal time. Partner yoga will often be used to build trust and communication, and it is a great way to get an awesome stretch without a yoga mat. No experience or partner is needed. The hikes will also include teachable moments about the local ecology and wild edibles. Alok Rocheleau is a naturalist, yoga instructor, massage therapi …

This group is designed for people interested in the intersection of mindfulness, meditation and 12 step recovery. Anyone involved in any type of 12 step recovery is invited. We sit for 30 minutes, introduce ourselves, take a short break, then reassemble and offer a reading, then open the meeting to shares. We meet promptly at 7 pm and end at 8:30 pm every 3rd Friday of the month and are donation based.

This is a group for anyone interested in a very practical practice that allows you to reach a calm and relaxed brainwave state effortlessly and how to, in time, live in that relaxed state no matter what is happening in and around you. Stress and suffering do not result from circumstance, but from the way attention is being paid to circumstance. Once this is seen experientially through guided attention training sessions by a certified Open Focus trainer, the ability to remain centered and grounde …

Calling all individuals who are eager to kick more ass! No, this is not a kick-boxing or muay thai group, this is a group of people who are dedicated to improving themselves through easy and accessible healing techniques. These methods squash the stress, reduce the rage, jumpstart your joy, and allow you to live up to your dreams. Rule #1 ... Have Fun! Rule #2 ... You are the source of your healing. Rule #3 ... Laugh Often! Each meetup will be dedicated to demonstrating and practicing proven met …