Meditation and Buddhism Courses

Meditation

For those interested in exploring meditation we offer courses which provide grounding in in the meditation practices we share within the Triratna Buddhist Community as well as courses for those wishing to take their practice further.  Led by our meditation teachers, these courses offer a hands-on and systematic approach to meditation.

Drop-ins

We offer regular drop-in meditation sessions.  For more information click

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Meditation courses

Body, Heart, Mind Awake – Taking the Backward Step. A weekend retreat with Tejananda.

13 December from 10:00 am to 14 December from 4:30 pm
Please note that this event will start promptly at 10.30am in the Top Shrine room, so please aim to arrive at the centre from 10am.  BOOKING ESSENTIAL - see below     Watch a video of Akasati introducing this very...
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Introduction to Buddhist Meditation Course

Saturday 10 January 2026 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
A 4-week course - Four Saturday afternoons of 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st January 2026 Suitable for complete beginners, but those who already know the practices and would like more help and input are also very welcome. Start the new...
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Introductory course: Meditation & Buddhism – The Worldly Winds

Saturday 21 February 2026 from 10:15 am to 4:30 pm
This course runs on three Saturdays 21st February, 7th March and 21st March 2026 from 10.15am to 4.30pm This course will introduce you to two core meditation practices: the Mindfulness of Breathing, and the cultivation of Loving Kindness. We will...
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Buddhism

More than just a philosophy, or even a religion, Buddhism is a practical path of human development. Its goal is to see things as they really are, achieved by cultivating the mind in meditation and supported by leading a life of meaning and value.

The outcome of such radical transformation is a powerful altruistic urge and the energy, clarity and courage to make a real difference.

Buddhism is a whole vision for life – one that includes meditation, study, ritual, friendship and a deepening sense of purpose.

Body, Heart, Mind Awake – Taking the Backward Step. A weekend retreat with Tejananda.

13 December from 10:00 am to 14 December from 4:30 pm
Please note that this event will start promptly at 10.30am in the Top Shrine room, so please aim to arrive at the centre from 10am.  BOOKING ESSENTIAL - see below     Watch a video of Akasati introducing this very...
Find out more and book about Body, Heart, Mind Awake – Taking the Backward Step. A weekend retreat with Tejananda.

Buddhism is Not About Being Good

Wednesday 21 January 2026 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
A practical six-week course. Starts Wednesday 21st January 2026 (with a break for half-term on Wednesday 18th February ) through to Wednesday 4th March A key Buddhist insight is that consciousness isn't fixed; we're creating it all the time by...
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Introductory course: Meditation & Buddhism – The Worldly Winds

Saturday 21 February 2026 from 10:15 am to 4:30 pm
This course runs on three Saturdays 21st February, 7th March and 21st March 2026 from 10.15am to 4.30pm This course will introduce you to two core meditation practices: the Mindfulness of Breathing, and the cultivation of Loving Kindness. We will...
Find out more and book about Introductory course: Meditation & Buddhism – The Worldly Winds

The Taste of Freedom course

Tuesday 14 April 2026 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
This is a "Going Deeper" course, suitable for people who have at least six-months regular practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and the Metta Bhavana. Not suitable for beginners. A practical six week course in freeing ourselves from what binds...
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buddha hand meditation and buddhism part 2 course
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