MEDITATION
FOR PEACE, RESILIENCE AND HAPPINESS
EXETER & DEVON
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. See you soon.
- 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
FREE PUBLIC TALK
Practical Talk & Meditation with International Speaker, Gen Kelsang Norden
Friday 24 January 4:00 - 5:00pm
(doors open from 3:30pm)
VENUE
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER, STREATHAM CAMPUS
Multifaith Room, The Sarah Turvill Multifaith Centre
Everyone is welcome to join us for an insightful discussion on managing anxiety. Our speaker will share practical tips and strategies from essential Buddhist wisdom and meditation practice to help you cope with everyday stressors. Whether you're looking to learn new techniques or just want to connect with others who understand, this event is for you. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take steps towards a healthier, happier you! Just turn up and register on the door.
THE SPEAKER
Gen Kelsang Norden is a Kadampa Buddhist nun who has taught in America, the UK and Finland for over thirty years. She has devoted her life to showing others how to find happiness within themselves and she has a wealth of experience of applying Buddhist wisdom to modern life which she presents with warmth and clarity.
SPECIAL
VISITING TEACHER EVENT
Day Course with visiting Teacher, Gen Kelsang Norden
Saturday 25 January 10:00am - 3:45pm
@ Kadampa Meditation Centre, Exeter, 55 Union Road, Exeter
We are delighted to welcome Gen Norden who will be teaching this event. Gen Norden is a Kadampa Buddhist nun and the Resident Teacher of Compassion Kadampa Meditation Centre Newcastle and KMC Finland. She has been teaching Kadampa Buddhism and meditation across the US and the UK for over 30 years.
... In Exeter we have a special connection with Gen Norden as she was the first Kadampa Teacher here back in the mid 1990s, so we are very much looking forward to seeing her again in Devon and benefiting from her wealth of experience.
Dreams may be blissful, frightening or simply mundane, but Buddha’s teachings show us how to use our dream experiences to gain an essential insight into the nature of the mind and a profound understanding of our very existence.
This course will also include advice on how to sleep well and enjoy a meaningful rest. Everyone welcome!
Session one 10:00 – 11.15am
Tea / coffee break
Session two 12 – 1:15pm
Lunch
Session three 2:30 - 3:45pm
> £25 > Students £16
> £12.50 (= Half Price) for members
Vegetarian lunch included. Please book in advance.
WEEKEND EVENT
Morning Course with Gen Chonyi
Saturday 8 February, 10.00am – 12.30pm
@ Kadampa Meditation Centre, Exeter, 55 Union Road, Exeter
Just as a gardener needs to prepare the ground before sowing seeds, in the same way we need to prepare our mind and the space where we will meditate. In this way our meditations will not be wasted but will definitely yield a 'harvest' of peace, mental flexibility and inner realisations.
Session one 10 – 10.45am
Break with breakfast!
Session two 11.30am – 12.30pm
> £15 > Students £12 Please book in advance
WEEKEND EVENT
Morning Retreat with Jenny Green
Saturday 22 February, 10.00am – 12.30pm
@ Kadampa Meditation Centre, Exeter, 55 Union Road, Exeter
A beautiful sequence of guided meditations that bring peace to our world and harness the healing power of compassion and love.
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
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.
Resuming 28 January 2025
£3 per class
All welcome – just turn up
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DRDROP-IN CLASS
Meditations that will lead to a happy life! Includes explanations of essential elements of Buddhism such as the nature of the mind, karma and how to develop the good heart of love and compassion.
Everyone is welcome - you don't need to be Buddhist 🙂
Resuming 28 January 2025
£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.
Resuming February 2025 Dates TBC
FREE Staff, patients and visitors all welcome – just turn up
DROP-IN CLASS
Meditations to bring inner calm, acceptance and the clarity of wisdom.
Resuming February 2025 Dates TBC
£5 per class / students £4
All welcome – just turn up - you can attend any or all of the sessions