Buddhism

Buddhism

Buddhism is a path of human evolution towards the state of Enlightened consciousness. Enlightenment (samyak-sambodhi) is beyond secular and divine, time and space, thought and words.

The path towards Enlightenment needs to be an expression of who we actually are, not just a grand-sounding idea. With this in mind, the London Buddhist Centre teaches Buddhism in a pragmatic way: one that is clear about the obstacles that confront us, but optimistic about our capacity to change.

We recommend:

  • Attend an Introduction to Buddhism & Meditation course to learn the basics.
  • Attend a residential retreat to live a complete Buddhist life, if only for a weekend or a week.
  • Join a regular discussion group to explore Buddhism in depth.

Take the next step by volunteering at the LBC

Send us an email with your skills and preferences to get involved today!

volunteering@lbc.org.uk

Weekly Schedule

Daytime Classes

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation | Wednesday | 10.30–12.30pm

Morning Meditation | Saturday | 10.30am–12.15pm

Evening Classes

Dharma Night | Monday | 7.15–9.30pm

Meditation & In Conversation | Thursday | 7.15–9.15pm

Story-telling and Ritual | Friday | 7.15–9.30pm

Upcoming Events

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Dharma Night

Dharma Night

Our Dharma Night class explores aspects of the Buddhist vision, drawing on two and a half thousand years of teachings to find practical application in the modern world. Join us for an evening of meditation, discussion and Dharma teaching.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
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Meditation
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Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Essential Buddhism

In this series, we will be exploring the essential teachings of Buddhism. We will do this by way of talks, discussion and workshops looking at the Three Jewels – Buddha, Dharma, Sangha – and seeing how these can guide us in our lives today.
In person and online.
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Buddhism
Meditation
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Families & Children
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Mantra Chanting

Mantra Chanting

Here's a chance to chant a few different Buddhist mantras in a group as a way to going deeper in one's experience.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Wednesdays
Buddhism
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26 Aug
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7:15 pm
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Celebrating Bhante’s Birthday

Celebrating Bhante’s Birthday

This day marks the birthday of our founder and teacher 'Bhante' Urgyen Sangharakshita. Devamitra – who lived and worked closely with Bhante – will be interviewed by Satyabhasa about his life, and his unique approach to the Buddhist vision.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person and online.
More info
Wednesdays
Special Events
Buddhism
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Wednesday Night Meditation

Wednesday Night Meditation

Our weekly Wednesday class gives you the chance to learn fresh approaches to meditation, try them out and ask questions to experienced meditators.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
Wednesdays
Buddhism
Meditation
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Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

The Buddha's Noble Eightfold Path

The Noble Eightfold Path is one of the Buddha's most complete and practical guides to living a life that leads to liberation. Over eight weeks, we will explore each step of the path, drawing on Bhante Urgyen Sangharakshita's seminal lecture series as our guide.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Buddhism
Meditation
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Friday Night Class Special (musical offering)

Friday Night Class Special (musical offering)

End the week in person at the LBC with an inspiring evening of meditation, tale-telling and ritual. For anyone who is familiar with the basics of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Buddhism
Meditation
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Friday Night Class

Friday Night Class

End the week in person at the LBC with an inspiring evening of meditation, tale-telling and ritual. For anyone who is familiar with the basics of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Fridays
Buddhism
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
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28
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28 Aug
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People of Colour Retreat

People of Colour Retreat

A week long retreat for People of Colour to come together, meditate, and be inspired by the Buddha’s teaching.
£500 full | £340 low income | £325 camping
In person, book online.
More info
Buddhism
Fridays
Meditation
People of Colour
Retreats
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28
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Full Moon Puja

Full Moon Puja

As part of the Friday Night Class

After Dharma Night, we’ll come together for a short ritual to mark the full moon. All are welcome to join in, whether or not you’ve taken part in a Buddhist ritual before.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Fridays
Buddhism
Special Events
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Fri 28 Aug - Mon 31 Aug 2026

Gender Diverse Sangha Retreat

Beyond the binary

This retreat will be led by a team of gender diverse order members. It is open to those that are mitras and order members as well as those who are thinking of becoming mitras (by invite).
We will explore practising the dharma together as gender diverse people. People who identify as trans, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming, agender, intersex and gender diverse are all welcome.
Adhisthana retreat centre
More info
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Morning Yoga Class

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22 Aug
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11:30 am
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Saturday Lunchtime Yoga Class

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22 Aug
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12:00 pm
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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24 Aug
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12:00 pm
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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24 Aug
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Evening Yoga Class

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25 Aug
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12:00 pm
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75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Tue
25 Aug
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5:30 pm
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Qigong

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26 Aug
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12:00 pm
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75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Wed
26 Aug
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5:30 pm
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75 min

Evening Yoga Class

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27 Aug
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12:00 pm
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75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

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28 Aug
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12:00 pm
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
28 Aug
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5:30 pm
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Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Sat
29 Aug
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10:00 am
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75 min

Morning Yoga Class

Sat
29 Aug
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11:30 am
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45 min
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Saturday Lunchtime Yoga Class

Sat
29 Aug
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12:00 pm
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45 min
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75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Sat
29 Aug
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2:30 pm
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5:00 pm
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga Workshop

£26 / £19
More info
£26 / £19
BookBook
Sun
30 Aug
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3:00 pm
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5:00 pm
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Summer Restorative Yoga Afternoon

£26 / £19
More info
£26 / £19
BookBook
Mon
31 Aug
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12:00 pm
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45 min
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60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
31 Aug
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5:30 pm
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75 min

Evening Yoga Class

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1 Sep
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Tue
1 Sep
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Qigong

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2 Sep
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

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2 Sep
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

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3 Sep
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12:00 pm
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60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

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4 Sep
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12:00 pm
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45 min
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60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

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4 Sep
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5:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Restorative Yoga Class

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5 Sep
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Morning Yoga Class

Sat
5 Sep
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11:30 am
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Saturday Lunchtime Yoga Class

Sat
5 Sep
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Sat
5 Sep
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2:30 pm
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5:00 pm
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga Workshop

£26 full | £19 low income
More info
£26 full | £19 low income
BookBook
Fri
11 Sep
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8:00 pm
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4:00 pm

Yoga for Meditation Weekend

£295 full | £235 low income
More info
Fri
30 Oct
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7:00 pm
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12:00 pm

Yoga for Meditation Retreat

£480 full | £390 low income
More info
Sat
29 Aug
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2:30 pm
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5:00 pm

Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga Workshop

Kum Nye is a Tibetan movement practice, similar to tai chi or yoga. This workshop explores simple exercises using movement, breath and awareness to release tension and develop a deeper sense of ease in both body and mind.
£26 / £19
Book
Sun
30 Aug
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3:00 pm
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5:00 pm

Summer Restorative Yoga Afternoon

A slow yoga practice using the bolsters and props to help you to fully relax, release and restore. Come and enjoy these quiet peaceful poses to cultivate stillness at the end of the summer season.
£26 / £19
Book
Sat
5 Sep
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2:30 pm
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5:00 pm

Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga Workshop

Kum Nye is a Tibetan movement practice, similar to tai chi or yoga. This workshop explores simple exercises using movement, breath and awareness to release tension and develop a deeper sense of ease in both body and mind.
£26 full | £19 low income
Book
Sat
3 Oct
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3:00 pm
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5:00 pm

Autumn Restorative Yoga Afternoon

A longer session of restful poses, turning inwards and promoting more relaxation as we move into Autumn.
£26 full | £19 low income
Book
Sat
10 Oct
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2:30 pm
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5:00 pm

Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga Workshop

Kum Nye is a Tibetan movement practice, similar to tai chi or yoga. This workshop explores simple exercises using movement, breath and awareness to release tension and develop a deeper sense of ease in both body and mind.
£26 full | £19 low income
Book
Sat
21 Nov
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2:30 pm
-
5:00 pm

Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga Workshop

Kum Nye is a Tibetan movement practice, similar to tai chi or yoga. This workshop explores simple exercises using movement, breath and awareness to release tension and develop a deeper sense of ease in both body and mind.
£26 full | £19 low income
Book
Sat
5 Dec
|
2:30 pm
-
5:00 pm

Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga Workshop

Kum Nye is a Tibetan movement practice, similar to tai chi or yoga. This workshop explores simple exercises using movement, breath and awareness to release tension and develop a deeper sense of ease in both body and mind.
£26 full | £19 low income
Book
Sun
20 Dec
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3:00 pm
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5:00 pm

Winter Solstice Yoga Afternoon

An opportunity to rest and relax as we head into the shortest day of the year. A longer session of Yoga and Yoga Nidra to restore and rejuvenate body, heart and mind.
£26 full | £19 low income
Book
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