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.

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

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Transforming Self & World

Transforming Self & World

With Marc Robinson

On this occasion we welcome special guest and friend of the LBC, Marc Robinson. Marc has spent his career working as a nurse, midwife, and humanitarian in the UK, and in conflicts, disease outbreaks, and natural disasters around the world.
Free (with donations welcome).
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Bank Holiday Day Retreat

Bank Holiday Day Retreat

We'll be spending this May Bank Holiday with a full day of meditation. A great way to use the opportunity to dive into meditation and take an existing practice deeper.
Free (with donations welcome).
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Parents and Children's Retreat

Parents and Children's Retreat

Join in this mid-week Buddhist retreat for families during the May half-term holiday. This retreat is suitable for families with children aged 3.5-18 who have attended Sunday School at the LBC.
£305 Adult full | £225 Adult low income | £95 Child
In person, book online.
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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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Meditation
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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).
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Wednesdays
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.
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Buddhism
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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.
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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.
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Buddhism
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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.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
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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
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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Chi Kung

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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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3 Jul
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Evening Restorative Yoga Class

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4 Jul
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Morning Yoga Class

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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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8 Jul
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9 Jul
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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10 Jul
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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10 Jul
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Evening Restorative Yoga Class

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11 Jul
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Morning Yoga Class

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11 Jul
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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12 Jul
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Yin to Yang Yoga Afternoon

£26 / £19
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Mon
13 Jul
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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13 Jul
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14 Jul
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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14 Jul
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Chi Kung

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15 Jul
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60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Wed
15 Jul
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5:30 pm
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60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

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16 Jul
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12:00 pm
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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12 Jun
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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
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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
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24 May
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3:00 pm
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5:00 pm

Yin to Yang Yoga Afternoon

A longer session of Yoga with a mix of quiet, receptive poses and more vibrant, dynamic ones. A chance to rest, replenish and revitalise body and mind leaving us refreshed and uplifted.
Sun
31 May
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10:00 am
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3:00 pm

Yoga Festival Day

Whether you've been practising for years or you're finding your way into yoga for the first time, this day is an open invitation. Yoga is a delightful counterpart to meditation and Buddhist practice, it particularly helps us to be present in our bodies with kindness.
Sat
13 Jun
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3:00 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
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21 Jun
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3:00 pm
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Summer Solstice Restorative Yoga Afternoon

On the longest day of the year, find inner light with yoga cultivating warmth and an opening of the heart. This two hour practice will include a Yoga Nidra to cultivate gratitude and a sense of abundance.
£26 / £19
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Sun
12 Jul
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3:00 pm
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5:00 pm

Yin to Yang Yoga Afternoon

A longer practice that starts slowly with some quieter poses and then builds up to Sun Salutations to open the heart and cultivate an inner radiance. There will also be some cooling asanas and a Yoga Nidra.
£26 / £19
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Sat
8 Aug
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3:00 pm
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5:00 pm

Mindful Movement Workshop

Have you ever wanted to be able to move more freely? In this class we playfully explore movement inspired by Qi Kung, Yoga, and improvised dance.
£26 / £19
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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 Full / £19 Low Income
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