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

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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.
More info
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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.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
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Online
Families & Children
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Buddhism & Meditation Weekend

Buddhism & Meditation Weekend

Curious about retreats? This introductory weekend is an ideal first taste. Break out of your routine and spend two days learning transformative practices, connecting with others, and enjoying the beautiful Suffolk countryside.
£255 full | £205 low income
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Buddhism
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.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
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Online
Families & Children
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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.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
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Online
Families & Children
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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.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Wednesdays
Online
Families & Children
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The Winter Retreat 2026

The Winter Retreat 2026

The ten-day Winter Retreat is a vital opportunity, in this darkest time of the year, to open up to a new kind of consciousness. 
Come for 10 / 5 Days
In person, book online.
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Buddhism
Meditation
Retreats
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Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

We will be examining the Ten Fetters, the inclinations, attitudes and illusions we must break in order to gain full Enlightenment. Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom.
In person and online.
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Meditation
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Winter Intensive Retreat

Winter Intensive Retreat

This intensive retreat offers a chance to move into stillness and deepen your meditation practice – including with one-to-one meditation reviews and a longer period of silence.
£630 Full | £500 Low Income | £410 18–25s
In person, book online.
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Buddhism
Meditation
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Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

We will be examining the Ten Fetters, the inclinations, attitudes and illusions we must break in order to gain full Enlightenment. Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom.
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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Evening Yoga Class

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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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18 Aug
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Qigong

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19 Aug
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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19 Aug
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5:30 pm
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Evening Yoga Class

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21 Aug
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12:00 pm
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
21 Aug
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5:30 pm
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Evening Restorative Yoga Class

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22 Aug
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10:00 am
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75 min

Morning 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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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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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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25 Aug
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75 min

Qigong

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26 Aug
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12:00 pm
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75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

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26 Aug
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5:30 pm
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75 min

Evening Yoga Class

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28 Aug
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12:00 pm
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75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
28 Aug
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5:30 pm
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45 min
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60 min
75 min

Evening Restorative Yoga Class

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29 Aug
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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45 min
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75 min

Morning Yoga Class

Sat
29 Aug
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12:00 pm
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

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
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Mon
31 Aug
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12:00 pm
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75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
31 Aug
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5:30 pm
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Evening Yoga Class

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

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

Lunchtime Yoga Class

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
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11 Jul
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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
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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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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 / £19
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