Meditation / Drop-in Classes
Tuesday Lunchtime Drop-In
New Class! Meditation and Buddhism for Beginners
On Tuesday 3 January, we start a new class introducing beginners to meditation and Buddhism. Starting with a talk on Buddhism, we will introduce the meditation (either the Mindfulness of Breathing or the Metta Bhavana) and do a short meditation. You are welcome to stay for tea afterwards to chat with others and ask questions of the teacher.
Tuesdays as of 3 January
12.15 - 1.15
£4 / £3 concession
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday lunchtime and Wednesday evening
Beginners Drop-In
Suitable for people with no previous experience. No need to book.
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday lunchtime
12.15 – 1.15 pm
£4 / £3
Saturday lunchtime
1.30 - 2.30 pm
£4 / £3
Wednesday evening
7.30pm – 9.00pm
£5 / £4
Thursday lunchtime & Wednesday evening
Going Deeper Drop-In
Ongoing instruction for those familiar with our meditation practices.
Thursday lunchtime
12.15 – 1.15pm
£4 / £3
Wednesday evening
7.30 - 9.30 pm
£6 / £5
* please note: this class will only run on days when courses are scheduled in the New Year - see Meditation Courses for more details.
Friday Lunchtime
Going Deeper Meditation & Buddhism Drop-In
For those who are familiar with our meditation practices. The class features a talk on Buddhism followed by meditation.
Friday lunchtime
12.15 – 1.15pm
£4 / £3
Monday mornings starting in January
Monday Morning Meditation Drop-In
arrive at 7.25 am
on the cushion by 7.30 am
by donation
A great way to start the week. For anyone familiar with the two meditations we teach. Although the start time is fixed, you are welcome to leave at any point. Please note: There are no instructions, just bells marking the stages.
The programme:
* Refuges and precepts
* Mindfulness of Breathing (30 minutes) -leg stretch-
* Metta Bhavana (30/35 minutes) -leg stretch-
* Open sit - practice of your own choice (15/20 mins)
We finish around 9am and followed by a shared breakfast, including porridge! Please bring any extra things you (or others) might like (bread for toast, nuts, etc.)
every Friday while in session
University of East Anglia
Fridays 1.05 – 2 pm at the Chaplaincy
drop-in meditation sessions
open to all students and staff
run by Alokadhara, UEA Buddhist Chaplain.
one Saturday per month
Stream of Practice
Join the local Sangha (Buddhist community) for mornings of intensive practice.
Saturdays 10am – 12 midday, £5/£4 concession
18 February
10 March
21 April
26 May
23 June
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