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
Meditations to Heal Our Self and Others
CANCELLED DUE TO STORM WARNINGS
morning retreat with Jenny Green
Saturday 7 December, 10.00am – 12.30pm
@ Kadampa Meditation Centre, Exeter, 55 Union Road, Exeter
SORRY - WE HAVE POSTPONED THIS EVENT AS A PRECAUTION - WE NOW PLAN TO RUN THIS RETREAT MORNING IN FEBRUARY 2025
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
WEEKEND EVENT
Creating Purity - The Meaning of Mandala Offerings
Morning Coursewith Gen Chonyi
Saturday 14th December 10.00am - 12.30pm
@ Kadampa Meditation Centre, Exeter, 55 Union Road, Exeter
In general ‘mandala’ means ‘universe’. In this practice we imagine a completely pure universe and offer it on behalf of all beings. These offerings accumulate great merit and are a powerful, creative and enjoyable way to overcome attachment, anger, ignorance and other delusions and to improve our understanding of emptiness.
Session one 10 – 10.45am
Break with breakfast
Session two 11.30am – 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.
November 5, 12, 19, 26
December 3, 10
£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 🙂
November 5, 12, 19, 26
December 3, 10
£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.
November 6, 13, 20, 27
December 4, 11
FREE Staff, patients and visitors all welcome – just turn up
DROP-IN CLASS
Meditations to bring inner calm, acceptance and the clarity of wisdom.
November 7, 14, 21No class on Nov 28
December 5, 12
£5 per class / students £4
All welcome – just turn up - you can attend any or all of the sessions
DROP-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 🙂
November 7, 14, 21
December 5, 12
£6 per class
Just turn up on the day – you are welcome to any or all of the sessions.
DROP-IN CLASS
Open Mornings & FREE Mini Meditations
Mondays and Fridays
We are open! 10.30am - 12.15pm
Come and say ‘hello’! We are open most Mondays and Fridays during term time if you would just like to drop in for a chat, have a look around or to get some more information on our classes and events.
FREE Mini meditations 12.15 - 12.30pm
Try a simple guided breathing meditation and enjoy a moment of stillness. Just turn up!
November 4, 11, 15, 18, 22
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
Festivals
IN THE UK AND WORLDWIDE
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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