24 November
17:30 - 20:00
Our meditation courses are structured to develop a sustainable meditation practice with ease. The principles of meditation are conveyed in a practical and understandable way.
Experience the positive effects such as resilience, serenity, and inner clarity of a regular meditation practice!
Learn & practice mindfulness and meditation in 1010 Vienna
Get a taste of the world of meditation!
Guided and silent meditations
Wide range of scientifically sound techniques
Opportunity for exchange and questions
Theory, philosophy, and mindfulness practice
"Meditation is like a stream: A gentle spring emerging from the depths. A wave that carries. A river that guides. A lake that gathers. And then – nothing but silence."
Meditas
Meditas’ meditation courses accompany you step by step on your meditative journey.
In five progressive courses, you will sustainably develop your practice – from the foundations of non-intentional meditation in Basic Module 1, “The Source”, through the cultivation of mindfulness in the second module “The Wave”, to the exploration of non-conceptual consciousness in Module 5, “The Silence”.
The meditation courses at Meditas are secular (there is nothing you have to believe in), free from rigid rules, and offer a structured and sustainable way to develop your own practice.
Learn meditation. Live mindfulness.
The Source
5 units of 90 min each.
The Wave
5 units of 75 min each.
The River
5 units of 75 min each.
The Lake
5 units of 75 min each.
The Silence
4 units of 75 min each.
The Art of Living
6 units of 90 min each.
"Meditation is a cessation of wanting to get somewhere and a giving up of the wish that this moment should be different."
Jon Kabat-Zinn
Meditation courses at Meditas are secular and promote mental autonomy and presence. They strengthen mindfulness, inner peace, and resilience to stress.
Meditation trains clear states of consciousness and improves self-regulation. This supports personal development and enables new (self-)insights.
Meditation courses sharpen body awareness and strengthen connection and (self-)compassion. This promotes personal and spiritual development.
Get a taste of the world of meditation.
THE SOURCE
THE WAVE
THE RIVER
THE LAKE
THE SILENCE
PERSONAL AND SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT
The unit begins with a guided meditation, often introduced by breathing exercises or another presence exercise. After this first meditation, a phase with new suggestions and input from the instructor follows. Subsequently, there is a round of exchange where participants can share their experiences and ask questions. Another meditation concludes the session. In between, various meditation exercises are often tried out to deepen what has been learned and expand the practice.
At Meditas, non-intentional meditation is practiced and taught – it is an invitation to engage with the present moment without expectations.
Since 2011, Meditas has been offering programs in meditation and mindfulness that, with an educational approach, create space for a culture of consciousness. The publicly well-connected locations are in the heart of Vienna and in northern Burgenland, ideally situated for retreat and meditation. Meditas specializes in scientifically sound courses, retreats, and training programs – all meditation instructors are pedagogically trained and continuously undergo further education.
Our offering is secular, meaning independent of esotericism or religious traditions, and invites people of all worldviews to experience meditation and mindfulness in their essence.
At Meditas, it’s about conscious being – awake and non-intentional. A space is created where internal processes are perceived and the moment is accepted as it is. Meditation is a consciously chosen period in which all habitual actions and goals are suspended. This enables presence in the here and now. It is not about achieving a specific state, but rather about observing and accepting the experiences of the moment without judgment or distraction.
In Basic Module 1, various meditation postures are introduced and tried out. There is no “right” posture; each participant finds a position that suits them. The goal is to find a stable yet relaxed posture that supports the practice. In our studio, you can also meditate on a chair if that is the more comfortable option. In silent meditation, it is always possible to change your posture if it becomes too uncomfortable. Additionally, there are active forms of meditation that provide a beneficial complement to silent practice.
Our meditation courses are free from religious or traditional content and are aimed at people of all backgrounds. They combine guided meditations with open discussion and individual guidance, allowing all participants to set their own priorities. Meditas offers an undogmatic approach that does not aim to convince or instruct, but rather focuses on practice and personal experience.
Our courses are methodologically and didactically structured and are led exclusively by experienced and pedagogically trained meditation instructors.
Our modular meditation courses are aimed at adults and young people aged 16 and over, regardless of their prior knowledge, experience, or background. For children and younger adolescents, we offer specially designed courses and workshops.
The meditation courses are divided into five modules that progressively teach deepening meditation techniques. Basic Module 1 covers the fundamentals of focus-centered meditation, while Module 5 is geared towards the experience of silence and open awareness. The courses are suitable for both beginners and advanced practitioners. Modules 1 to 3 are offered in a hybrid format, so you can complete them both on-site and online via Zoom.
The idea that one “doesn’t think” in meditation or that a state of thoughtlessness is desirable is a widespread myth. Meditation does not mean suppressing thoughts or compulsively becoming “calm.” Rather, it is about consciously perceiving what is happening in the moment – be it thoughts, feelings, or physical sensations.
It is not about getting rid of these experiences or achieving a specific state, but about encountering them openly and acceptingly. When one practices encountering everything in meditation with an open attitude and attributing less importance to things, a special lightness or simplicity in experience can sometimes arise – a state of being free from internal judgment or goals. However, this too is not a goal, but a natural consequence of conscious being. Meditation invites you to let everything be as it is in the moment, and that can feel like silence.
Meditation gives you moments for yourself – free from goals and expectations. It allows you to suspend goal-oriented action and experience the moment as it is. It is not about achieving a specific state, but rather about recognizing expectations and observing yourself in the present.
Through radical being-in-the-moment and letting go of the need to achieve something, meditation also has a de-stressing effect. Even if you perceive your stress in the moment but don’t have to do anything about it, this unfolds an interesting state of being. This practice long-term strengthens your inner resilience and helps you deal with challenges more calmly.
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