Meditation

Meditation

Meditation is the most direct way to work on your mind and so transform your experience of life. 

Meditation confronts you with who you really are, and what really drives you. It also has the potential to introduce you to a wholly new way of being: insightful, blissful, and absorbed.

We teach meditation as part of a unified Buddhist vision: a vision of self-transformation that, engaged with intensively enough, leads to Enlightenment. 

Meditation is a ‘start-where-you-are’ practice. It leads you step-by-step through integration, emotional strength, insight, and finally expresses itself in spontaneous compassion. It is not primarily a technique – it’s more of an art, involving a touch of magic. 

We recommend:
  • Learn two fundamental meditation practices, cultivating focus and emotional strength, at one of our evening classes.
  • Progress onto one of our more intensive courses.
  • Go on retreat to meditate in the best possible conditions.

Regular Events

Daytime Classes

Lunchtime Meditation | Mon to Sat | 1–2pm

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 | Tuesday | 7.15–9.30pm

Meditation | Wednesday | 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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6 Apr
Mon
11 May

Introduction to Buddhism & Meditation Course

This six-week course on Monday evenings will introduce you to key Buddhist principles and two meditation practices that cultivate self-awareness, open-heartedness, and insight.
£130/£85
In person, book online.
More info
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24
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24 Jun
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Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a crèche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Wednesdays
Online
Families & Children
Fri
26
Jun
26 Jun
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7:30 pm
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1:00 pm
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Fri
26 Jun
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Sun
5 Jul
26
Jun

Men's Intensive Retreat

Men's Intensive Retreat

If you’ve been practising meditation for a few months and want a challenge, our longer men’s retreat is where you’ll find it.
£630 full | £500 low income | £410 18-25s/camping
More info
Buddhism
Fridays
Meditation
Retreats
Multi-day
Mon
29
Jun
29 Jun
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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29 Jun
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29 Jun
29
Jun

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
Mon
29
Jun
29 Jun
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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Mon
29 Jun
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Mon
3 Aug
29
Jun

Introduction to Buddhism & Meditation Course

Introduction to Buddhism & Meditation Course

This six-week course on Monday evenings will introduce you to key Buddhist principles and two meditation practices that cultivate self-awareness, open-heartedness, and insight.
£130/£85
In person, book online.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Courses
Mondays
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01
Jul
1 Jul
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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1 Jul
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1 Jul
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Jul

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a crèche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Wednesdays
Online
Families & Children
Mon
06
Jul
6 Jul
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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6 Jul
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6 Jul
06
Jul

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
Wed
08
Jul
8 Jul
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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Wed
8 Jul
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8 Jul
08
Jul

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a crèche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Wednesdays
Online
Families & Children
Fri
10
Jul
10 Jul
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8:00 pm
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4:00 pm
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10 Jul
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Sun
12 Jul
10
Jul

Sub30 Weekend Retreat

Sub30 Weekend Retreat

Join in this weekend retreat for people aged 18-30 to explore meditation and Buddhism, and discover how they can support you to transform yourself and the world around you. All levels of experience are welcome, and the activities will be led by other young practitioners.
£150 full | £100 low income | £90 camping
More info
Sub30
Buddhism
Meditation
Fridays
Multi-day
Mon
13
Jul
13 Jul
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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13 Jul
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Mon
13 Jul
13
Jul

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
Wed
15
Jul
15 Jul
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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Wed
15 Jul
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Wed
15 Jul
15
Jul

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a crèche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Wednesdays
Online
Families & Children
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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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31 Mar
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12:00 pm
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75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

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1 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
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75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Wed
1 Apr
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

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

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
3 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
3 Apr
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Sat
4 Apr
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Morning Yoga Class

Sat
4 Apr
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11:30 am
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
6 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
6 Apr
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

Tue
7 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Wed
8 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Wed
8 Apr
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

Thu
9 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
10 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
10 Apr
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Sat
11 Apr
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Morning Yoga Class

Sat
11 Apr
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11:30 am
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
13 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
13 Apr
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

Tue
14 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Wed
15 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Wed
15 Apr
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

Thu
16 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
17 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
17 Apr
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Sat
18 Apr
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Morning Yoga Class

Sat
18 Apr
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11:30 am
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Sun
19 Apr
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3:00 pm
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5:00 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Spring Restorative Yoga Afternoon

£26/£19
More info
Mon
20 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
17 Apr
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Sat
18 Apr
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Morning Yoga Class

Sat
18 Apr
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11:30 am
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
20 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
20 Apr
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

Tue
21 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Tue
21 Apr
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Chi Kung

Wed
22 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Wed
22 Apr
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

Thu
23 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
24 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
24 Apr
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Sat
25 Apr
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Morning Yoga Class

Sat
25 Apr
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11:30 am
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
27 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
27 Apr
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

Tue
28 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Tue
28 Apr
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Chi Kung

Wed
29 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Wed
29 Apr
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

Thu
30 Apr
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
1 May
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
1 May
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Sat
2 May
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Morning Yoga Class

Sat
2 May
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11:30 am
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
4 May
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
4 May
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Evening Yoga Class

Tue
5 May
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Tue
5 May
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Chi Kung

Wed
6 May
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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45 min
60 min
75 min

Lunchtime Yoga Class

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Sun
19 Apr
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3:00 pm
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5:00 pm

Spring Restorative Yoga Afternoon

A quiet afternoon of Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra to renew our energy and vitality. We'll be brightening our mind and body and finding our inner Spring.
£26/£19
Book
Sun
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.
Fri
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
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