The Richmond, VA Meditation Center project was approved on November 7, 2014, much to the delight of seekers in North America, especially the Northeast region. This initiated a series of activities, including property search, discussions with meditation groups, fundraising, and ultimately, property purchase in June 2014.
The meditation center sits on a 3.8-acre lot with approximately 7,000 square feet of space, featuring a two-story concrete and steel structure with 75 parking spots. It accommodates up to 150 people and includes a reception area, meditation hall, book store, media room, children’s area, dining area, master’s office, and a kitchenette. Renovation work began on November 3, 2014, and was completed by March 2015, with the help of external contractors and dedicated volunteers.
Over the past 8 years, the Heartfulness volunteer community has provided meditation services to thousands of individuals in Richmond and nearby areas through corporate wellness programs and sessions at various institutions like, Dominion, Capital One, Anthem, City of Richmond, Hanover County, County public libraries, Chesterfield County prison and many government, non-profit, Church and government institutions, offering interactive guided classes and materials for continued practice. Programs are offered in formats varying from 8-week sessions to 1 week session with interactive instructor led guided classes and helpful handouts that enables participants to actively participate during and after the sessions.