Central London Meditation Classes

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Meditation in Central London Meditation techniques and Buddhist principles for anyone who wishes to attend and perhaps can't make the classes at our centre in Bethnal Green. Every Saturday, just off St Martins Lane in central London, there is a drop-in teaching session between 1 and 2pm, where you can learn to meditate. Between 2.30 and 4pm there is a drop-in class for regulars who already know both meditation practices. We also run meditation foundation courses here and this session we have a series of Saturday afternoon talks on Buddhism. Download this session's Central London Programme as a PDF. Address: 8 Hop Gardens, off St Martins Lane, London WC2 Leicester Square Click here for map
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drop-in meditation classes
Meditation Classes Meditation is a means to self-awareness, change, and spiritual insight. At any of these events you can learn one of the two fundamental Buddhist meditation practices: ‘The Mindfulness of Breathing’, which enhances our awareness and peace of mind; and ‘The Metta Bhavana’ – ‘the development of loving kindness’, which brings about a gentle but potentially radical transformation in our emotional experience.	O	Every Saturday		1- 2pm. (Prompt start at 1pm.)	Central London	£5/3	No need to book, just turn up.
Regulars' Class A weekly regulars' drop-in class for those who know both meditation practices. Take some time to pause and quieten your mind and heart. For those in need of fresh inspiration and a deeper practice.	R	Every Saturday		2.20pm for a 2.30pm start - 4pm	Central London	£5/3	No need to book, just turn up.
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MEDITATION COURSES
Buddhist Meditation Foundation Courses Meditation is an art. Learning to meditate requires skill, patience and application. Our foundation courses provide a thorough grounding in how to work effectively with your thoughts and emotions. You learn ways of concentrating your mind, being less distracted and becoming calmer. Buddhist meditation starts with relaxation but goes far beyond that. The courses include a meditation diary – a practical, day-by-day guide in the principles of meditation. Recommended Title Change your Mind - available from the LBC bookshop.	N	25 Sep	4 weeks	Sat 10am- 12.30pm	Central London	£72/52	book here
	N	23 Oct	4 weeks	Sat 10am- 12.30pm	Central London	£72/52	book here
	N	20 Nov	4 weeks	Sat 10am- 12.30pm	Central London	£72/52	book here
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SATURDAY AFTERNOON TALKS
Buddhism delivers a powerful and compassionate vision for humanity that is both practical and inspiring. It provides the tools to transform our lives and live with greater creativity, awareness and kindness. This series of talks will explore how the vision of the Buddha is a vital aspect for living a meaningful and liberating life.
The Cosmological Perspective and Enlightenment by Dhammadinna. Introducing the vast perspective of Buddhism and Buddha in the discovery of Enlightenment.	O	Sep 11	Sat 4.15- 5pm		Central London	Dana/ donation	No need ro book, but space is limited
Ethical Consciousness and the Moral Universe by Maitreyabandhu Living an ethical life is a reflection of the nature of reality, and the beginnings of the path to liberation.	O	Oct 9	Sat 4.15- 5pm		Central London	Dana/ donation	No need ro book, but space is limited
The Thought of Enlightenment and the Path of the Bodhisattva by Subhadramati Is Buddhism just about self-development or can the vision of the Buddha have a transformative effect in this world?	O	Nov 13	Sat 4.15- 5pm		Central London	Dana/ donation	No need ro book, but space is limited
The Essential Truths and the Nature of Reality by Jnanavaca Existence is marked by being impermanent, insubstantial and unsatisfactory; so how does understanding these truths lead to living a more aware and compassionate life?	O	Dec 11	Sat 4.15- 5pm		Central London	Dana/ donation	No need ro book, but space is limited
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