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.

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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

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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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Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

Join us for an evening of meditation, discussion and Dharma teaching. The second half of the class features a conversation about how we can relate themes from the Buddhas teachings to our lives today.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Meditation
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7:15 pm
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The Mythic Realm

The Mythic Realm

A Friday Night Class Series

A five week series at the Friday class, exploring archetypal Buddha & Bodhisattva figures.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Buddhism
Meditation
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People of Colour Weekend

People of Colour Weekend

A weekend for People of Colour to come together, meditate, and be inspired by the Buddha’s teaching. These are special opportunities to connect with others, with space for discussion and reflection on Buddhist teachings.
£255 full | £175 low income
In person, book online.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Fridays
Retreats
People of Colour
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26
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26 Oct
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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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
Online
Mondays
Recurring/Weekly
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28
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28 Oct
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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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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28
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28 Oct
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5:30 pm
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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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28
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28 Oct
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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28 Oct
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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
Online
Recurring/Weekly
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29
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29 Oct
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7:15 pm
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9:15 pm
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29 Oct
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29 Oct
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Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

Join us for an evening of meditation, discussion and Dharma teaching. The second half of the class features a conversation about how we can relate themes from the Buddhas teachings to our lives today.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Thursdays
Buddhism
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
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30
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30 Oct
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7:00 pm
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12:00 pm
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30 Oct
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4 Nov
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Oct

Yoga for Meditation Retreat

Yoga for Meditation Retreat

This longer retreat gives space for a range of yoga poses and styles and time to feel the fruits of that in meditation, as well communal living and Dharma input.
£480 full | £390 low income
In person, book online.
More info
Fridays
Buddhism
Yoga
Meditation
Retreats
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30
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30 Oct
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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Sub30 Friday Class

Sub30 Friday Class

For those aged 18–30

Join others aged 18–30 for an evening of meditation, discussion and reflecting on what is most valuable in life.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Fridays
Sub30
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
More info
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Qigong

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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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Evening Yoga Class

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3 Dec
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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4 Dec
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5:30 pm
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Evening Restorative Yoga Class

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5 Dec
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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75 min

Morning Yoga Class

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5 Dec
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11:30 am
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45 min
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75 min

Saturday Lunchtime Yoga Class

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5 Dec
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3:00 pm
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45 min
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75 min

Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga Workshop

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7 Dec
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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

Mon
7 Dec
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5:30 pm
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45 min
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75 min

Evening Yoga Class

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8 Dec
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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
8 Dec
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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

Wed
9 Dec
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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

Wed
9 Dec
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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

Thu
10 Dec
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12:00 pm
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45 min
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60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
11 Dec
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
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75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
11 Dec
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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 Restorative Yoga Class

Sat
12 Dec
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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
12 Dec
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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

Mon
14 Dec
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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60 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
14 Dec
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5:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

Tue
15 Dec
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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
15 Dec
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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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16 Dec
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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

Wed
16 Dec
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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

Thu
17 Dec
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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

Fri
18 Dec
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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

Fri
18 Dec
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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 Restorative Yoga Class

Sat
19 Dec
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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

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
10 Oct
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3:00 pm
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5:30 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.
Sat
21 Nov
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3:00 pm
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5:30 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.
Sat
5 Dec
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3:00 pm
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5:30 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.
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
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