We offer a range of Buddhist meditation classes and other events, both at the Centre in Exeter and in other towns in Devon. All our courses and events give practical methods to relax, develop inner peace and facilitate a creative response to the challenges of modern life. Everyone can benefit and is very welcome to attend – you do not need to be a Buddhist. We look forward to meeting you!
- Learn to relax and let go of stress and anxiety
- Protect your peace of mind – even in challenging situations
- Improve concentration and focus
- Develop genuine and realistic optimism and positivity
- Everyone can benefit and is welcome to attend – you don’t need to be a Buddhist
- Classes are suitable for both complete beginners and those who already have experience of meditation.
- Sessions begin with a simple guided meditation to help stop distracting thoughts and calm the mind.
- This is followed by a talk on a specific topic relevant to daily life and another guided meditation based on the talk.
- Seating is in chairs but you are welcome to sit on a cushion if you prefer.
- Classes are self contained so you can come to a whole course or just drop in when you can.
- No need to book for the weekly drop-in classes.
Weekend & Special Events
in Exeter
WEEKEND EVENT
Morning Retreat with Gen Chonyi
Saturday 27 September, 10.00am – 12.30pm
@ Kadampa Meditation Centre, Exeter, 55 Union Road, Exeter
Guided meditations to create inner peace, improve relationships and find practical solutions to daily problems - even when times are tough.
To enhance the experience on this course we will keep silence in the breaks between the meditations. Self-service hot drinks and refreshments included.
Session one 10 – 10.40am
Break
Session two 11 – 11.40am
Break
Session three 12 – 12.30pm
> £15 > Students £12 Please book in advance online
(£3 for members - please email us to book)
WEEKEND EVENT
Prayers for World Peace with Jenny Parsons
Saturday 4 October 10 - 10.45am
Be genuinely inspired that, by developing our own inner peace and learning to cherish others, each one of us can contribute towards world peace. A short talk followed by beautiful chanted prayers and a meditation. Everyone is welcome - just turn up! > No charge … make a donation if you wish
'The power of our prayers depends upon the strength
and purity of our intention. If we have a genuinely
compassionate motivation, our prayers will definitely be
effective' - Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Centre Cherishing 11am - 1pm
You are welcome to stay on for a cuppa and 'centre cherishing', giving some time to spruce up KMC Exeter - cleaning, gardening, DIY etc. Volunteering is a great way to get to know the community and helps us to help others! Any amount of time you can offer is much appreciated.
WEEKEND EVENT
Morning Course with Gen Chonyi
Saturday 18 October, 10.00am – 12.30pm
@ Kadampa Meditation Centre, Exeter, 55 Union Road, Exeter
Our urgent desire to free ourself from painful feelings often leads to unskillful reactions to difficulties - we may lash out at others or develop self-destructive habits ... or we may simply repress our hurt and resentment until at some stage it boils over!
On this course we will learn how to acknowledge painful emotions without being controlled by them. In this way we can better understand where they actually come from and by gradually letting go of harmful thought patterns we can find release from disturbing emotions and tune in to our potential for mental peace and happiness.
Talks and practical guided meditations with a continental breakfast served in the break. Everyone welcome - no previous experience needed.
Session one 10 – 10.45am
Break with breakfast!
Session two 11.30am – 12.30pm
> £15 > Students £12 Please book in advance
Drop-in Meditation Classes
in Exeter and Devon
DROP-IN CLASS
Refresh your mind and enjoy a moment of calm with these simple, practical meditations.
September 9, 16, 23, 30
October 7, 14, 21
£3 per class
All welcome – just turn up
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DRDROP-IN CLASS
Talks and transformative guided meditations based on the best selling book 'The New Eight Steps to Happiness - The Buddhist Way of Loving Kindness' by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.
September 9, 16, 23, 30
October 7, 14, 21
£6 per class / students £5
All welcome – just turn up
DROP-IN CLASS
RD&E Hospital Wonford, Chaplaincy Centre, Area O, Level 2
Meditations to relax, unwind and get a fresh perspective in challenging times. Staff, patients and visitors are all very welcome.
September 10, 17, 24
October 1, 15, 22
FREE Staff, patients and visitors all welcome – just turn up
DROP-IN CLASS
October 16, 23, 30
£5 per class / students £4
All welcome – just turn up - you can attend any or all of the sessions
DROP-IN CLASS
Talks and transformative guided meditations based on the best selling book 'The New Eight Steps to Happiness - The Buddhist Way of Loving Kindness' by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.
Update coming soon!
£6 per class
Just turn up on the day – you are welcome to any or all of the sessions.
In Depth Study Classes
Classes for those who wish to go a little deeper.
Exeter, Pure Land Centre
Enrolled Study Class
Joyful Path of Good Fortune
9.30-12.45pm
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TESTIMONIALS
“Very friendly and welcoming place. Informative and accessible talks and meditations with an emphasis on developing a peaceful and happy mind. No pressure, great food.”
Jan S.
“A weekend retreat here was a lovely and peaceful experience. Pure Land Centre is well named.”
Shakti B.
“I enjoy the classes and the teacher is friendly and easy to talk to. The meditation practices are really helpful and more importantly, work, and so life has improved tremendously. Yes, I will be going again.”
Fox G.
"The centre holds many different sessions in an old house with a large garden and beautiful trees. They run half hour and hour meditations mornings and evenings and a Saturday morning with breakfast session. It’s a wonderful place with peace and thoughtful reflection, with the sound of birdsong accompanying sessions.”
Lesley CB.
“Authentic, genuine and sincere.”
Matthew R.
“Normally we divide the external world into that which we consider to be good or valuable, bad or worthless, or neither. Most of the time these discriminations are incorrect or have little meaning. For example, our habitual way of categorizing people as friends, enemies, and strangers depending on how they make us feel is both incorrect and a great obstacle to developing impartial love for all living beings. Rather than holding so tightly to our discriminations of the external world, it would be much more beneficial if we learned to discriminate between valuable and worthless states of mind.”
Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
from the book How to Transform Your Life