Find meditation classes and retreats in Oakland, CA through Nusu. Experienced teachers guide students through mindfulness practices, Vipassana insight meditation, transcendental meditation with mantras, loving-kindness (metta) cultivation, Zazen, guided visualization and breathwork techniques. Centers offer drop-in sessions for beginners, structured courses, daylong intensives and weekend retreats combining silence with nature. Whether seeking stress reduction, spiritual development, emotional healing or mental clarity, verified reviews help you find welcoming centers with qualified instructors and teaching styles—from secular mindfulness to Buddhist-rooted traditions—that support your meditation journey.