Meditation Classes, Wednesday Evenings, 7:15 – 9:00 pm
Why Meditate?
Meditation has become widely accepted for its health benefits which include:
- Ability to reduce one’s stress levels
- Pulling oneself out of depression
- Overcoming sleep problems
- Helping improve focus and concentration
Join like minded people in practising Dhammakaya Meditation, a simple and effective technique, suitable for people of all levels of experience
Keep your inspiration to meditate going, by becoming part of a group that meditates regularly with a Buddhist monk in the quiet and conducive atmosphere of a meditation centre
Classes are friendly and informal and usually start with tea and refreshments, followed by some simple stretching exercises, then a guided meditation led by the teaching monk; video presentations and a Q and A session may also be included
Classes are open to people of all levels of experience of meditation and there is no need to preregister. Classes are held weekly for three months, followed by a one month break. Newcomers are welcome to join at any stage
Classes are open to all people, of all beliefs and religious orientation, or who have no religious orientation at all, and don’t worry, there will never be any pressure or attempt to convert you to Buddhism.
Loose-fitting (but modest) clothes are recommended for your own comfort. In the Dhammakaya meditation tradition, it’s customary to wear light coloured (preferably white) clothing as it helps the meditation’s atmosphere, but you don’t have to
We don’t charge for meditation, but the centre does rely on donations to keep going. If you can donate £5.00, it will help us to keep providing these classes to the community. However, we will never turn anyone away due to lack of funds
Students under 16 may be accepted with parental consent
Temple staff may take photographs of the participants during the class
Photographs help form a record of temple activities and may be published online
