REGULAR CLASSES IN EXETER AND 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 Events
IN EXETER
WEEKEND EVENT
What to Trust in a Fragile World
Day course with Gen Chonyi
Sunday 13th October 10.30am - 4.30pm
@ Kadampa Meditation Centre, Exeter, 55 Union Road, Exeter
In our modern world it can seem there is nothing we can trust and it is common to experience the pain of being let down, deceived or abandoned. For as long as we place our trust in people and things that are by nature unreliable we will have to experience this kind of distress and devastation again and again.
This course will show how to develop Buddhist refuge - a trust and reliance that is conjoined with wisdom. Through this refuge we can accomplish inner realisations, become our own protector and establish the foundation of the Buddhist path to liberation and enlightenment.
A relaxing and thought-provoking day of talks and guided meditations.
Session one 10.30 – 11.30am
Tea / coffee break
Session two 12 – 12.45pm
Lunch
Session three 2.15 - 3.15pm
Tea / coffee break
Session four 3.45 - 4.30pm
> £25 > Students £16
Vegetarian lunch included. Please book in advance.
WEEKEND EVENT
Sacred Sounds - Understanding Mantra
Morning Retreat with Gen Chonyi
Saturday 19th October 10.00am - 12.30pm
@ Kadampa Meditation Centre, Exeter, 55 Union Road, Exeter
Guided meditations conjoined with mantra recitation. Mantra means ‘mind protection’. It can be used to help calm our mind by pacifying negative thoughts that give rise to suffering and it can also be used to connect with enlightened power and receive profound inspiration.
To enhance the experience on this course we will keep silence in the breaks between the meditations.
Session one 10 – 10.40am
Break
Session two 11 – 11.40am
Break
Session three 12 – 12.30pm
> £15 > Students £12 – Refreshments included. Please book in advance.
Regular Meditation Classes
DROP-IN CLASS
Refresh your mind and enjoy a moment of calm with these simple, practical meditations.
September 10, 17, 24
October 1, 8, 15, 22
£3 per class
All welcome – just turn up
l
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 🙂
September 10, 17, 24
October 1, 8, 15, 22
£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 11, 18, 25
October 2, 9, 16
FREE Staff, patients and visitors all welcome – just turn up
DROP-IN CLASS
Meditations to bring inner calm and acceptance and find the mental tools to cope when life gets tough.
September 19, 26
October 3, 10, 17
£5 per class / students £4
All welcome – just turn up - you can attend any or all of the sessions
DROP-IN CLASS
St Boniface Roman Catholic Church, Park Road, Crediton, EX17 3ES