# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Perfection of Concentration: A One Day Meditation Retreat - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: A free one-day guided meditation retreat in North Austin. Learn real concentration, calm the mind, and lower stress. All levels welcome.About this EventMost of us were never taught how to concentrate. We were taught how to stay busy.This is a one day retreat about the opposite skill. Gathering the attention, and letting it settle.Concentration is not forcing yourself to focus. It is letting the mind get quiet enough that focus happens on its own. It is a slow skill, more craft than trick. In a world that pulls at your attention all day, that is rare, and worth practicing.The day has a simple rhythm that repeats. A short teaching. A stretch of guided practice. Then time to rest and ask questions. A little steadier each round.A steady mind is the ground for everything else, including the deeper work on awareness and the self. But that comes later. Today we keep it simple, and just practice.THE SHAPE OF THE DAYMorning, we settle and build a base. Afternoon, we deepen it and learn to rest there. We close by looking at what a steady mind makes possible.10:00 to 12:00, morning practice12:00 to 1:00, lunch (bring your own)1:00 to 3:00, afternoon practice3:00 to 3:15, break3:15 to 4:00, closingWHO IT IS FORAnyone. New sitters welcome. Longtime sitters who have lived in the breath for years and were never shown how to truly steady the mind, especially welcome.WHAT TO BRINGPlease bring a meditation cushion or a firm pillow to sit on. This one is required. Also bring comfortable clothes, a water bottle, and your own lunch.WHEREGracie Barra North Austin, 8868 Research Blvd #608, Austin, TX 78758. Come in through the main entrance and we will be set up in the mat room.ON GIVING, AND SHOWING UPThis day is offered as a gift. Generosity is the first practice, so we begin by giving it away freely. There is nothing to pay to reserve your place and nothing due at the door. If the day serves you, you are welcome to give at the end.A suggested offering is: 50 to 150, though any amount is welcome. Donations support our nonprofit and keep the door open for the next person.We give freely, and we ask for one thing in return: honesty. If you sign up, come. If your plans change, please cancel your ticket so we know. We prepare the space for the number we expect, and a true headcount lets us hold the room well.Make a contribution for the day here: https://account.venmo.com/u/meditationcommunityORDirectly impact our nonprofit causes here:https://givebutter.com/meditationcommunitySix hours, one steady mind. Come find out what your attention can do when you stop scattering it. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/austin/the-perfection-of-concentration-a-one-day-meditation-retreat/100001995699982370 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, meditation, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-08-30T14:45:00Z - Duration: 6 hours - Location: Gracie Barra North Austin Jiu Jitsu - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Austin - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Gracie Barra North Austin Jiu Jitsu - **lat**: 30.369154 - **long**: -97.720761 - **full address**: Gracie Barra North Austin Jiu Jitsu, 8868 Research Boulevard, Austin, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Perfection of Concentration: A One Day Meditation Retreat - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/384e34751e47a48eeded12ddd83f2789d37ab05640ccb94191ce12de5143bd2c-rimg-w1200-h675-dc386898-gmir.jpg?v=1785822627 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Perfection of Concentration: A One Day Meditation Retreat being held? - **A:** The Perfection of Concentration: A One Day Meditation Retreat takes place on Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Gracie Barra North Austin Jiu Jitsu, 8868 Research Boulevard, Austin, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Perfection of Concentration: A One Day Meditation Retreat? - **A:** The Perfection of Concentration: A One Day Meditation Retreat is organized by Brandon Mehrgut. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Perfection of Concentration: A One Day Meditation Retreat is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Austin, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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