Introduction to Meditation Full Day Retreat

Most people want to meditate more. They just don't have the space to actually sit. This day is that space.

A full day of breathwork, clear instruction, and practice. We start with the fundamentals, then give you time to work with them. You don't need a background in meditation. You'll be guided the whole way.

The day includes time to arrive, connect with others, practice, and ask questions. The point is to leave with a practice you can keep using.

THE DAY

10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Sunday, October 25, 2026.

Hour One — Breathwork

• Guided breathwork session to settle in and go deeper
• No experience needed — you'll be guided the whole way
• This resets your system and transitions you into sustained practice

Hour Two — Foundations of Meditation

• Clear, simple instruction on the fundamentals
• What meditation actually is and how to do it
• Common obstacles and how to work with them

Extended Practice

• Alternating sitting and walking meditation
• Longer periods of quiet practice
• Light guidance to stabilize attention
• Q&A and integration

WHO IT IS FOR

Anyone who has been meaning to meditate more consistently, wants a simple way to get started, is curious about a longer meditation day, or just wants a calm space to reset.

You don't need to be good at meditation. You just need to show up.

WHAT TO BRING

A meditation cushion or a pillow to sit on. This is important and will greatly help your practice.

Comfortable clothes, a water bottle, and lunch — or a plan to grab something nearby.

WHERE

Gracie Barra North Austin
8868 Research Blvd #608, Austin, TX 78758

ON GIVING

If the day means something to you, we welcome a contribution. The recommended contribution for the full day is $150.

Every dollar goes directly to keeping these events running.

Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/meditationcommunity

Give Butter (a nonprofit giving platform): https://givebutter.com/meditationcommunity

ATTENDANCE POLICY:

If you sign up, come. If your plans change, please cancel your reservation so we know.

We prepare the room for the number we expect. This allows us to hold a safe and high quality experience for all participants.

ABOUT MEDITATIONCOMMUNITY.ORG

Austin's Meditation Community brings together more than 1,000 members. MeditationCommunity.org is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin.

Brandon C. Mehrgut, our founder, leads all meditation instruction and program development. He has taught mindfulness to Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and the FBI.

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE DAY

Do I need meditation experience?

No. The breathwork and meditation foundations are guided, with clear instruction on how to practice and work with common obstacles.

Will I be sitting the whole time?

The extended practice alternates sitting and walking meditation. There is also instruction, Q&A, and time for integration.

What should I bring?

A cushion or pillow, comfortable clothes, water, and lunch or a plan to eat nearby.

Who is teaching?

Brandon C. Mehrgut, founder of MeditationCommunity.org

Learn more about us at MeditationCommunity.org.