The Meditation Challenge 2024

Even once we’re meditating regularly, there is always more depth available. On these Saturdays we'll have a whole morning of practice, starting with Yoga first thing in the morning, followed by a shared breakfast in the Mandala cafe and then Maitreyabandhu, one of our most experienced teachers, will open up more of the vistas available to the committed meditator in his meditation masterclasses. Although we won't be introducing the basics, you don’t need to have meditated before the Challenge to come to these classes.

If you miss any of our online sessions, catch up HERE

During the Challenge, kick-start every weekday in the LBC shrine room with a session of communal practice led by an experienced Buddhist practitioner. There will be teaching input and plenty of time to apply what’s taught in your own practice. If you're not able to make it in-person do join in online, and don't worry if you're not familiar with the practices we teach as they'll be introduced. 

If you miss any of our online meditations, catch up HERE

During the working day we've got a few different offerings. There will be a progressive sequence of lunchtime sessions, giving you tools for developing a wiser, more loving mind. There will also be an option to learn the fundamentals of meditation. These will run Mon-Fri, although you can drop into as many as you like.  We'll also be running our Daytime Buddhism & Meditation class on Wednesday mornings, which include a guided meditation and then a talk on Buddhism.

Remember that part of the Challenge is to come to the centre as much as you can. The evenings at the centre each have their own distinct flavour and feel, so why not come to a few to see which best suits you. Mondays are more focused on exploring teachings in depth. Tuesday and Wednesday focus more deeply on meditation here you'll also have an opportunity  to be instructed to the fundamentals of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana practices or, if you're familiar with them deepen your practice. Thursday hosts conversations between experienced Buddhist practitioners. Fridays are for ritual and hearing a story from the Buddhist traditions. As you'll see below some classes are both in-person and online, but if you're in London do come in person to most fully engage with our community.