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!
Please see individual class information for accessibility. Check here for Covid information. Please subscribe to our mailing list to receive updates.
Meditation classes
Weekly classes open to everyone
PRACTICAL BUDDHIST SOLUTIONS FOR MODERN LIVING
Monday evenings
6.30-7.45pm live-streamed
Medicine for the mind with Louis Bartlett
Meditations to relax, develop a good heart and heal our self and others.
- October 4, 11, 18
- November 1, 8, 15, 22
- December 6, 13, 20
Please book at least 2 hours before start of class if possible
Tuesday mornings
11.30 – 12.00pm in person
Exeter
Half hour meditation class
with Gen Kelsang Chonyi
A simple meditation to rest, refresh and enjoy a taste of peace. Attendance is limited to 10 people per class to allow for social distancing. You may need an extra layer of clothing as the room will be well ventilated. For the safety of residents and visitors we respectfully request that you continue to wear a face covering while inside the building.
- October 5, 12, 19
- November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- December 7
> £3 per class
Please book at least 2 hours before start of class if possible
Tuesday evenings
Exeter
7.30-8.45pm in person and live streamed
The Science of Happiness with Gen Chonyi
Happiness may seem elusive, unpredictable or even impossible – but with a little wisdom it can be actively created! Through meditation we gain the power to direct our mind towards the actual causes of mental peace and happiness and connect with the real potential of our life.
To keep things spacious we're limiting in-person attendance to 10 people. You may need an extra layer of clothing as the room will be well ventilated. For the safety of residents and visitors we respectfully request that you continue to wear a face covering while inside the building. We very much look forward to seeing you!
- October 5, 12, 19
- November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- December 7
Please book at least 2 hours before start of class if possible
Thursday evenings
Sidmouth
7.00 – 8.15pm in person
The Science of Happiness with Gen Chonyi
This is an in-person class! If you wish to attend an online class please come to our Tuesday evening classes.
Happiness may seem elusive, unpredictable or even impossible – but with a little wisdom it can be actively created! Through meditation we gain the power to direct our mind towards the actual causes of mental peace and happiness and connect with the real potential of our life.
To keep things spacious we are limiting attendance to 12 people. You may need an extra layer of clothing as the room will be well ventilated. It is recommended that you continue to wear a face covering in indoor settings. We very much look forward to seeing you!
- November 4, 11, 18, 25
- December 2, 9
IN PERSON > £6 per class
Please book in advance, at least 2 hours before start of class if possible. Walk-ins can only be accepted if there are any remaining tickets.
Foundation Programme classes
Enrolled study and meditation courses for those who wish to go deeper
Wednesday evenings Foundation Programme
Exeter
7.00-9.00pm in person and live streamed
Going Deeper . . .
A special opportunity to study and meditate in depth on the teachings presented in “Meaningful to Behold”. In this inspirational text, Geshe Kelsang Gyatso clearly reveals how to enter into and progress along the spiritual path in a way that is practical and effective in the modern world. In particular, through improving our compassion we will develop a special mind that wishes to attain enlightenment for the benefit of others, known as bodhichitta. With bodhichitta we become a bodhisattva, a friend of the world, and are able to transform all our daily activities into skilful methods that benefit others.
Joining this enrolled programme is one of the best ways to deepen our understanding and experience of Dharma, and to enjoy the company and support of spiritual friends.
Venue Pure Land Kadampa Buddhist Centre,
55 Union Road, Exeter, EX4 6HU
EI info@meditationinexeter.org
TI 01392 490058
“How are we able to measure the infinite, unfathomable merit of this precious jewel-like mind? Is there any wonder comparable to the birth of the precious bodhichitta within our mind?”
Geshe Kelsang Gyatso – from the book
Sunday mornings Foundation Programme
Exeter
9.30-12.45pm in person and live streamed
Going Deeper . . .
A special opportunity to gain deep insight into Buddha’s teachings, or Dharma, through studying “Joyful Path of Good Fortune”. In this remarkable book Geshe Kelsang Gyatso offers step-by-step guidance on the meditation practices that lead to lasting inner peace and happiness. This is an ideal text to study to establish a strong daily meditation practice and ripen our potential for self-transformation.
Joining this enrolled programme is one of the best ways to deepen our understanding and experience of Dharma, and to enjoy the company and support of spiritual friends.
Venue Pure Land Kadampa Buddhist Centre,
55 Union Road, Exeter, EX4 6HU
EI info@meditationinexeter.org
TI 01392 490058
“What we need is not displays of miracle powers but a clear example of how to enter an unmistaken spiritual path, how to practice that path comfortably and smoothly, and how to complete it successfully. This is the actual method for solving our daily problems.”
Geshe Kelsang Gyatso – from the book
Venue Pure Land Kadampa Buddhist Centre,
55 Union Road, Exeter, EX4 6HU
WI meditationinexeter.org
EI info@meditationinexeter.org
TI 01392 490058
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"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
"Authentic, genuine and sincere."
MATTHEW R
"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
"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
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“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