Do good, avoid evil, purify your mind.
Why meditate?
Meditation helps us to focus on the present moment and not being overwhelmed by regrets of the past and anxiety of the unknown future. In another word, it guides us to do one thing at a time. This in turn, calms our minds and helps to reduce stress.
It doesn’t guarantee a stress-free life, but it certainly helps you to gain a different perspective of your emotions and life.
Where to learn meditation in Penang (Island)
Malaysian Buddhist Meditation Centre (MBMC)
Location: 355 Jalan Masjid Negeri, Taman Green Lane, 11600 Penang
Conveniently located at Green Lane, you won’t miss the place when you’re heading to Bayan Lepas.
The MBMC has been teaching Vipassana Meditation (Insight Meditation) for decades in Penang. They offer weekly meditation classes for beginners and also intensive 10-days meditation retreats for experienced meditators.
MBMC updates their website regularly for meditation retreats and events.
Dhammakaya Meditation Centre Penang
Location: 1-3-1, 1-3-2, Tingkat Kenari 5, Kenari Avenue, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia
Located at Southeast of Penang Island, Dhammakaya Meditation Centre of Penang is one of the global branches of Wat Phra Dhammakaya in Thailand.
They offer weekly meditation courses for beginners in Mandarin.
Appamāda Viharī Meditation Centre (AVMC)
https://www.sayalaysusila.net/posts/events/
Location: HDPN 1585, Batu Itam, MKM 4, 11000 Balik Pulau, Penang,
Tucked away in the middle of Balik Pulau, you can find the peaceful moment from the hustle bustle of city here. AVMC is founded by Sayalay Susīlā who was ordained in Myanmar.
AVMC organized onsite and online meditation retreats for both beginners and experienced meditators.
Please make an appointment before visiting AVMC via contact us form on the website.
How much do I have to pay?
Most of the meditation classes and retreats listed here are free of charge. You are encouraged to do Dana (donation) for the maintenance and sustainability of the meditation centre.