Brighton Buddhist Centre
Learn to practice meditation, Buddhism, mindfulness, Yoga and Tai-Chi in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
Welcome to the Brighton Buddhist Centre
Still here...
Brighton Buddhist Centre has had a presence in the city for over 40 years
We believe that Buddhism and Meditation has a great deal to offer.
For people who want to change themselves, and the world.
That's why we are still here.
We offer Meditation classes, Meditation and Buddhism courses, Yoga Classes, Yoga + Meditation,Tai Chi
Mindfulness Courses (MBCT) and Mindfulness for living well with pain and illness,
and a lot more, see below
The Buddhist Centre Reception is open to the public from 12.30pm – 1.15pm Monday to Friday,
primarily to service lunch time drop in classes, during which time the bookshop and giftshop will also be open.
Courses & Events
Buddhism and Meditation
For people who have attended our introductory courses
Day Retreat
Suitable for people who have attended Introductory courses to meditation and Buddhism (Part 1 or 2), at the Brighton Buddhist Centre, or within the Triratna Buddhist Tradition. Please book your place in advance. Please bring vegan/vegetarian food to share for lunch.
| Date | Day | Time | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcomers' Day Retreat | 9 Jul, 2017 | Sunday | 10:30 am-3:30 pm | Find out more and book » |
A year long study course which gives a good basic understanding of how to practice Buddhism
A variety of events including practice days, mindful film nights, mens night and womens night, and more...
Mindfulness, Yoga and Health
Drop-in Classes
Meditation Classes
Guided meditation classes. These drop in classes are intended for newcomers and people developing a meditation practice.
Tuesday
1.15pm-1.45pm £3 / £2
Wednesday
1.00pm-2.00pm by donation
Thursday
10am – 12pm £6 / £4
For people confident in practice
Friday
1.00pm-2.00pm by donation, an unguided session for people confident in practice.
Saturday
11.00am-12.30 pm £7 / £5
Though these taster classes are beneficial, we recommend you attend a Buddhist Meditation course to get the full benefits of understanding the practice in a Buddhist context.
GBTQI
Monthly Drop in Meditation classes on the 1st Saturday of the month.
for men who identify as Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Intersex.
For people new to meditation or people with an established meditation practice.
NB there is no session in January 2017
Yoga Classes
Regular Yoga drop in classes, suitable for beginners and people with experience, taught by experienced teachers.
Monday
9.30am-10.45am Hatha Yoga
1.00pm-2.15pm Vajrasati Yoga
6.00pm-7.15pm Hatha Yoga
7.30pm-8.45pm Embodied Yoga
Tuesday
1.00pm-2.15pm Iyengar Yoga
6.00pm-7.15pm Hatha Yoga
Wednesday
1.00pm-2.15pm Hatha Yoga
6.00pm-7.15pm Hatha Yoga
Thursday
1.00pm-2.15pm Vajrasati Yoga
6.00pm-7.15pm Hatha Yoga
Friday
10.00 – 11.30am Yoga & Meditation
1.00pm-2.15pm Iyengar Yoga
6.00pm-7.15pm Vajrasati Yoga
Saturday
9.30 – 10.45am General Yoga
Sangha Night
Tuesdays 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Meditation, followed by an aspect of Buddhism, then tea. Suitable for people who know our meditation practices.
Other Activities & Events
Testimonials
"The Brighton Buddhist Centre has a wonderful atmosphere, and all the classes and meditations are of the highest quality"
Bronwen