About Us

Maitreya Kadampa Buddhist Center offers meditation and modern Buddhism for everyone.

We are members of the Buddhist tradition, New Kadampa Tradition: following in the footsteps of Buddha Shakyamuni, Je Tsongkapa and the teachings of our meditation master Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.

We are located at 8400 Baymeadows Way, Suite #7, Jacksonville, FL. We also have a branch with classes in Flagler Beach, at Laughing Lotus, located at 208 Moody Blvd, and serve students throughout Northeast Florida. We offer in-person classes, with some online options available for members only.

Click to check our weekly classes and consult our CALENDAR for latest schedule of online classes and special events.

Our program includes classes on how to meditate, General Program Classes on a range of topics, more advanced Foundation Program, pujas (chanted prayers and meditations), retreats, workshops and day courses on practical application of Buddha’s teachings in daily life.

Our classes are open to everyone regardless of background or differing religious affiliation or tradition. You are invited to try a class and see for yourself what it is like!