Below you can search for Thich Nhat Hanh inspired sanghas in Ireland. Each sangha will have its own unique flavour. How each sangha functions and what it offers is a reflection of its uniqueness. There may be others in your area who advertise locally.
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cork – Down – Dublin – Galway – Kerry – Offaly – Sligo – Tipperary – Wicklow
Co. Antrim
Belfast
Leaves of One Tree Sangha
Where: Women’s Resource and Development Agency, 6 Mount Charles, Belfast, BT7 1NZ (Off Botanic Avenue). Once a month. Online other weeks.
When: In person gathering on the second Monday of each month, 7:15pm-9pm. Online every other Monday 715pm-9pm. Get in touch to ask for the zoom link.
Contact: the Sangha Secretary | belfastbonsaisangha@gmail.com
Connect: Facebook
Notes: Formed after the visit to Belfast in 2012 by Vietnamese Zen Teacher, Scholar, Poet and Activist, Thich Nhat Hanh, the Leaves of One Tree Sangha meets Monday evenings.All newcomers welcome – contact us via e-mail or Facebook above or just turn up. We ask for a donation of £4 per in person meeting to cover room hire costs.
Whiteabbey Village
Tall Trees Sangha
Where: Contact for details
When: 7.30pm – 9.00pm
Contact: Bridgeen | +44 (0)7981 623 566 | bridjeen@hotmail.com
Whitehead
Waves of One Sea Sangha
Where: Contact for details
When: Once a month on a Sunday, 6.00pm
Contact: Janet | 02893372513 or 07545175854 | jdgreenex@outlook.com
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cork – Down – Dublin – Galway – Kerry – Offaly – Sligo – Tipperary – Wicklow
Co. Armagh
Moira
Gaiatree Sangha
Where: Aghalee/Moira, Co Armagh
When: Once weekly on Sunday evening 7-8.30pm, Small donation to cover the costs
Contact: Orla | 07971862260| orlafizz@gmail.com
Notes: We drink tea, meditate, engage in loving speech and deep listening in dharma sharing, and sing together, we are open to all faiths and none. We follow the Plum Village Sangha guidance.
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cork – Down – Dublin – Galway – Kerry – Offaly – Sligo – Tipperary – Wicklow
Co. Carlow
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cork – Down – Dublin – Galway – Kerry – Offaly – Sligo – Tipperary – Wicklow
Co. Cork
Cork City
Red Robin Sangha
Gatherings: We meet every Tuesday evening from 19:30 until 20:45
Location: Bru Columbanus, Wilton, Cork
Contact: Sinéad – 086 3261305 – redrobinsangha@gmail.com
Connect: Meetup page to sign up.
Notes: We are a community of like hearted beings who come together to practice mindfulness in order to take care of ourselves, nourish happiness and contribute to building a more compassionate society. Inspired by the tradition of Plum Village and Zen teacher Thich Nahn Hahn we offer guided and silent sitting meditation, Dharma talks, Dharma sharing, Chanting and singing along.
We are open to all faiths and none and welcome seasoned practitioners and those new to mindfulness. Contribution of €5 to cover costs.
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cork – Down – Dublin – Galway – Kerry – Offaly – Sligo – Tipperary – Wicklow
Co. Down
Newcastle
Lotus Blossom Sangha
Where: Contact for details
When: Monthly (and sometimes more) on a Tuesday, 7.30-9.30pm
Contact 1: Jean | 077877 468 77 | jcampbell424@btinternet.com
Contact 2: Moya | 0759 6173 986
Notes: Plum Village-inspired Mindfulness Meditation Group. One hour – guided meditation, walking meditation, silent meditation: followed by up to 20mins mindful discussion and/or readings. No charge at present, although biscuits and treats for ‘tea’ afterwards always welcome.
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cork – Down – Dublin – Galway – Kerry – Offaly – Sligo – Tipperary – Wicklow
Co. Dublin
Dublin City
Open Heart Sangha
Where: Oscailt Integrative Health Centre, 8 Pembroke Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4
When: Tuesdays 19.30 until 21.00. every Tuesday of the month.
Why: We come together to deepen our understanding of peace, love and compassion by engaging in sitting meditation , walking meditations and other mindfulness practices in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh We welcome everyone. .both those with experience and also those new to the practice.
€5 donation to cover costs .
For any enquiries, please contact
openheartsangha2@gmail.com
Sonas (Mindfulness for Children)
Where: Oscailt, 8 Pembroke Road Dublin 4
When: Usually the first Sunday of each month, 2-4pm
Contact: Orlaith | SonasSangha@gmail.com
Connect: Facebook | Newsletter
Notes: A sangha for children (and the grown ups in their lives). The practice is aimed at 7-12 year olds (and children must always be accompanied by an adult). Through sitting, walking, teatime, crafts and games, we cultivate our peace and joy and learn to take care of our difficult emotions.
Wake-Up Dublin
When: Every Sunday 7-9pm – please check Meetup page and Facebook page for more detail
Where: Oscailt Integrative Health Centre, 8 Pembroke Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4
Connect: Meetup page to sign up. Donations of 5€ are welcomed.
Notes: We come together to practice mindfulness in the Plum Village tradition developed by Thich Nhat Hanh. This sangha was formed to support young adults 18-35. Optional additional social events with like minded people.
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cork – Down – Dublin – Galway – Kerry – Offaly – Sligo – Tipperary – Wicklow
Co. Galway
Galway City
Solas Gheal Mindfulness Group
Where: Currently meeting online. All are welcome to join, though we ask you to email us first to introduce yourself and request the Meeting ID. In this way, we can accommodate newcomers, and be sure that we are creating a welcoming and safe sangha space for all.
When: Mondays, 18.00 – 19.30. For new members and visitors, please arrive 10 minutes early for orientation.
Contact: galwaysangha@gmail.com
Notes:We practice to deepen our experience of mindfulness, peace, compassion and understanding by engaging in sitting meditation, walking meditation and other mindfulness practices inspired by the tradition of Plum Village and Zen Teacher and Peace Activist Thich Nath Hahn. Our meetings are open to everyone and a contribution towards costs is welcome.
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cork – Down – Dublin – Galway – Kerry – Offaly – Sligo – Tipperary – Wicklow
Co. Kerry
Tralee
Sangha Pachamamama
Where: Online
When: 3rd Thursday of the month online
Contact: Christina | mindfulnessnoa@gmail.com
Notes: This group is open fo advanced practitioners . Together we nurture the mindfulness training of Plum Village tradition.
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cork – Down – Dublin – Galway – Kerry – Offaly – Sligo – Tipperary – Wicklow
Co. Offaly
Tullamore Town
Still Water Sangha, Tullamore, Co. Offaly
Where: Cappincur- please contact for exact location
When: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30, please arrive 10 minutes early for a prompt start
Contact: Aoise | aoiseodwyer@gmail.com
Notes: An all-ages Sangha practising in the Plum Village tradition, open to people of all faith traditions, cultures, ethnicities and gender identities. No prior experience of meditation needed.
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cork – Down – Dublin – Galway – Kerry – Offaly – Sligo – Tipperary – Wicklow
Co. Sligo
Sligo Town
Open Circle Community of Mindful Living
Where: Town centre. Contact Martin for directions.
When: Mondays, 8.00 – 9.30pm, on weeks with bank holidays we meet on the Tuesday evenings.
Contact: Martin | 083 1064879 | opencirclesangha@gmail.com
Notes: Plum Village inspired mindfulness practice offering: guided and silent sitting meditation, walking meditation, mindful living practices, Dharma sharing, laughter, five mindfulness trainings recitation and days of mindfulness. Contribution of €5.
People with some experience can join us any time, people new to mindfulness meditation can join us on the first Monday of the month for an orientation to mindfulness.
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cork – Down – Dublin – Galway – Kerry – Offaly – Sligo – Tipperary – Wicklow
Co. Wicklow
Bray / Greystones
Full Moon Sangha
Where: Gorse Hill, Cliff Road, Windgates, Greystones, Co Wicklow
When: Thursdays, 7.30-9.30pm
Contact: Eileen | 086 8506458 | thefullmoonsangha@gmail.com
Glendalough area
Old Heart New Heart Sangha
Where: “Tearman” near Glendalough, Co.Wicklow
When: 3rd Sunday of Month , 11.30- 4.30pm
Contact: Diane | 0863700796 | oldheartnewheartsangha@gmail.com
Notes: We have meditation, followed by eating mindfully, a walk in the Monastic village, then meditation and dharma discussion in the afternoon. Please bring lunch/tea and suitable clothing/footwear for outdoor walking. Small donation (suggested 10 Euro) for use of room. If you wish to join us, you must phone or email ahead of time to reserve a place as space is limited.