When: Starting Tuesday, Jan. 7th, 6-7 pm (Then ongoing every Tuesday, 6-7 pm)

Where: Sealevel, 4331 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122

• Two blocks or a 5-minute walk/roll from the MUNI N line stop at Judah & 43rd Ave

Who is this for?

Anyone who wants to practice meditation in a small group in a lovely community art space. 

All are welcome, including if you have little or no experience or background with meditation and mindfulness, or lots of experience!

What will the time look like?

• 5-10 minutes for arrivals, making tea, settling in

• 20-25 minutes for a brief welcome, check ins, and reminders

• 20-25 minute meditation with light guidance and lots of quiet

• The remaining time will be for gentle movement, Q&A, or any group discussion

Registration & Payment

• Drop-ins welcome! 

• No one turned away for lack of funds!

• Suggested sliding scale: $10 - $50 (pay what you can per session)

• Pay the facilitator ahead of time or day of by Venmo/Paypal and please include the words “Sealevel Meditation”:

• Sparkle Visions Paypal

• Or, Venmo @sparklevisions

• A percentage of student payments are going back to the space, and we encourage folks to contribute directly to Sealevel Kin to help keep this one-woman-run community hub open: Join Sealevel Kin!

Sealevel COVID & Accessibility Notes

Please communicate in advance if you have accessibility concerns or questions. 

• COVID: Masks are not required but encouraged! Our aim is for our group to be small - no more than 10-15 people at most.

Mobility and Accessibility:

• Entryway: Ground level, with a slight, approximately 1 to 2-inch step up. The doorway is 35 inches wide. The space inside is all on one level with enough space to turn around easily. 

• Bathrooms: One bathroom is available but is currently not wheelchair-accessible due to a narrow entryway. 

• For support of the body: Different kinds of seating is available including couches, folding chairs, and stools. Chairs and tables are moveable. 

• If you need additional support, you are welcome to bring your own meditation cushions or yoga bolsters.

• Standing meditation is also encouraged if sitting for long periods is uncomfortable.

• For the eyes: Natural lighting and blinds are used for the front windows. Low gallery-style lighting is optional. 

• Instruction will mostly be spoken out loud.

• Please let the instructor know if you need written materials ahead of time.

• For the ears: No loud music or sound effects will be used during this workshop.

• Instruction will mostly be spoken out loud.

• Please let the instructor know if you need written materials ahead of time.

• Unfortunately, we can not offer more in the way of support for people with hearing impairments at this time.

• For the nose: No strongly scented materials will be used during this workshop.

• The instructor may light an unscented candle for the meditation practice. 

• Please be aware that there is a dog who is frequently in this space. The space is clean, but there is no way to remove all animal fur or dander. If you are highly allergic, please be warned.

• For the mouth: No food will be offered, but you are welcome to bring snacks if you need to keep your blood sugar or energy up. 

• A tea station with both herbal and caffeinated options is available to all participants.

• For the skin: The temperature in the space is cool. Bring extra layers and blankets as needed.

• Keep in mind that Sealevel is close to the Pacific Ocean so fog and wind are common. 

• Please see the note about the dog under “for the nose” notes for allergy concerns!

Overall, To Keep In Mind:

In our time together, we will be addressing and practicing mindfulness techniques that may include increased awareness of the body, breathing, thoughts, emotions, compassion for others, self-compassion, and other heart-focused practices. Different anchors/focus points may be used.

• Any of these techniques may trigger strong emotions, Trauma-related experiences or memories, and body sensations. 

• Topics around religion, spirituality, and human society may come up.

  •  The teacher may ask you to not discuss triggering or emotional situations in detail.

The instructor will offer DEIA-informed and trauma-informed practices and resources, but the instructor is NOT a licensed medical practitioner, therapist, or psychologist. 

•  And, these classes are not group therapy or a replacement for medical treatment.

• Please be aware that mindfulness meditation may make you a more sensitive and open human being. Please consider all that could entail for you!

Have a question? Email Liz!