In-person meditation sessions in Prague
A list of local English-friendly meditation groups – Buddhist and beyond!
Qigong with Martin
Thursdays • 6:30–7:30 p.m. • Riegrovy sady, Prague 2
Note: In June, sessions are held on Wednesdays. Starting in July, they move to Thursdays.
A modern introduction to an ancient Chinese practice – led in English by certified Qigong instructor Martin Rybáček. Each session includes 40 minutes of gentle, flowing movement followed by 20 minutes of silent sitting meditation.
🌿 Open to all levels – no previous experience needed
🌀 No special clothing required (loose or comfy is best)
📍Exact location within Riegrovy sady is posted on the day of each session on the Buddhist Prague WhatsApp group
This weekly outdoor session is free and geared toward English-speakers, but all are welcome, Czechs included!
Plum Village
We are a Czech-English-Vietnamese speaking sangha (community) in the tradition of Master Thich Nhat Hanh (www.plumvillage.org) which meets monthly for a Day of Mindfulness at the Lotus Center in Old Town.
The Day of Mindfulness takes place every first Saturday of the month. The day includes:
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Sitting and walking meditation
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A shared meal (from all of us)
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Deep relaxation
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Sharing in community
No prior meditation experience is necessary - just bring an open heart and comfortable clothes. 🧘🏽♀️🪷
📍 Dlouhá 2, 110 00, Old Town
📅 First Saturday of each month, 10:00 am –4:00 pm
💫 Contribution: 250 Kč (for rent; flexible if needed)
Nala Center
Whether you are an experienced practitioner or a beginner, Nala is happy to welcome you to their center. Join for a group meditation on the Buddha of Loving Eyes. This meditation awakens loving compassion and kindness, equanimity, and shared joy, opening both the mind and heart.
The sessions are led by Petr Hodan, founder of the Nala Foundation. Petr has spent over 25 years sharing Tibetan Buddhist teachings and traditional medicine. Inspired by Lama Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche, he offers non-dogmatic guidance through talks, meditation, and translation work, helping others find peace and lasting happiness.
The meditations are led in Czech, but if you don't mind – come – they have meditation texts in EN too. 😊
📍 Dubová 563, Tuchoměřice
📅 Every Tuesday & Thursday at 6:30 pm
💫 Free + open to all
Fortna
Just a few steps away from Prague Castle, Fortna is a spiritual center run by the Discalced Carmelites, a community of monks who live simply, relying on charity, inspired by early Christian hermits who sought solitude and prayer in the desert.
Grounded in this Christian contemplative tradition, the monks here provide a peaceful space for silence, reflection, and stillness – and welcome everyone, regardless of their faith (or lack thereof).
Every Wednesday evening from 18:30–19:30, they offer Cestou z práce (“On the Way Home from Work”), a free meditation session to help you unwind after the workday.
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Two 25-minute silent sittings with a 5-minute walking break
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Focus on your breath and being present
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No guide, but beginners are welcome and support is there if you need it
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No need to sign up – just arrive early to settle in
Upon arrival, just ring the “Fortna” bell at the front entrance of the building.
📍 Fortna, Hradčanské nám. 184/3, Prague 1
📅 Wednesdays, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
💫 Free + open to all
Church of St. Salvator
Across the street from Charles Bridge, in Old Town, the crypt of the Church of St. Salvator hosts a weekly silent meditation led by the Carmelite Sisters of the Edith Stein Carmel.
Held every Tuesday during the academic year, these sessions offer a peaceful space for quiet, stillness, and deep inner rest – open to all, regardless of background or belief.
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Two 25-minute silent sittings with walking meditation in between
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Cushions, benches, mats, and chairs are provided
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Beginners are welcome and support is available
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No need to sign up – just arrive a few minutes early to settle in
For an intro to the practice, contact: karmelitky@gmail.com
📍 Křižovnická 1040/4, Old Town
📅 Tuesdays, 7:10 pm – 8:10 pm
💫 Free + open to all
Bodhi Path
Bodhi Path is an international organization of Buddhist centers founded by and under the direction of Shamar Rinpoche (also known as Shamarpa).
Wednesdays at 7:30 pm – Meditation of calm-abiding (30 minutes of meditation with short breaks, with explanation, especially suitable for beginners and non-Buddhists)
Wednesdays at 8:30 pm – Short teachings on various Buddhist topics
We are typically flexible [with conducting the weekly meditation sessions in English]. All instructors guiding the meditation speak English and the instructions are relatively short and easy. (Worst case scenario is we’d explain it in both languages, which is also no problem at all).
Church of Our Lady Victorious – Silent meditation
Come with us into the present moment, where we can truly meet ourselves. Most of the time we are always doing something, in meditation we learn to simply be. Every Thursday, an open group meets regularly in the premises of the Monastery of the Infant Jesus of Prague for joint meditation.
Don't expect any special experiences, that a light will shine or some words will be spoken, or that something extraordinary will happen. However, if you persevere, your life itself will slowly but intensely shine with that inner light. Meditation changes our approach to life; we get to know ourselves and others much more deeply and with greater respect.
The meeting begins with a short introduction, followed by half an hour of silent meditation, and at the end there is time for sharing or questions. If you would like to join the group, either once or repeatedly, you are welcome.
Meditation begins every Thursday at 6 p.m. – GROUP MEDITATION DOES NOT TAKE PLACE DURING JULY AND AUGUST.
Zen – Dojo v Proudu
We are an open group practicing Zen meditation in the tradition of the Japanese Sōtō Zen school.
Our regular zazen sessions take place in the Lotus Center (Dlouhá 2, Prague 1, 4th floor—near Old Town Square):
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Monday: 6:20 – 8:10 a.m.
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Tuesday: 7:50 – 9:30 p.m.
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Wednesday: 6:20 – 7:30/8:10 a.m. (online)
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Thursday: 6:20 – 8:10 a.m.
The first 15 minutes are for settling in. Zazen begins with the sound of wooden clappers and follows the traditional form of Sōtō Zen practice: two periods of seated meditation (zazen) with a short walking meditation (kinhin) in between.
Contribution
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First visit is free
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Regular contribution: 90 CZK per session
Zen Kaisen
The first meeting in the month is always dedicated to newcomers.
In the centre, we practice meditation in the sitting position of the Buddha and pass on the authentic teachings of Master Sando Kaisen. When you visit the centre, we will introduce you to the position and the basic principles of the practice.
Regular practice
Buddha sitting
Mondays at 7 p. m.
Address
Šrobárova 45, Praha 3 – Vinohrady
Financial contribution
On the first visit: a voluntary gift
One-time: 150 CZK
Monthly: according to the cost of each center
Yoga Science
Yoga Science, led by Nhung Nguyen, offers a unique approach to yoga that blends physical practice with a focus on mental clarity, energy control, and overall well-being.
Nhung, a senior researcher in environmental microbiology and nanotoxicology at the Technical University of Liberec, integrates her scientific background into her yoga practice and teaching. Drawing on her own experience with stress relief and health improvement through yoga, she provides both online classes for those living in Prague and in-person sessions in Liberec.
The classes are donation-based and open to all levels. The focus is on improving flexibility, balance, and mindfulness through gentle, accessible practices that can support both physical health and emotional resilience.
For more information or to register, visit Yoga Science and use the contact form:
Prague Buddhist Meditation Centre
For those who want to learn about meditation or deepen their practice, the Prague Buddhist Meditation Centre offers a regular monthly Introduction to Meditation course to the public. It begins on the first Tuesday of each month and continuing on subsequent Tuesdays.
📍Varšavské 13, Vinohrady
📅 Tuesdays, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
💫 Donation: 200 Kč
Tisarana Vipassananusorn
Meditation Center
The method of Vipassana, or insight meditation, follows the tradition of the late Ajahn Tong Sirimangalo, one of Thailand’s greatest meditation masters. The center in Prague is open 7 days a week for meditation. Schedule updates are posted on Facebook. For bookings and questions contact the Tisarana center.
Weekly meditation groups
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Sunday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Tuesday 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The meditation group is an opportunity to listen to a talk about meditation and practice Vipassana meditation. New students will receive an introduction to Vipassana meditation, experienced students will practice together.
💫 On donation.