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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Mon
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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Lunchtime Meditation Class

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Drop in and visit us in Bethnal Green to either learn to meditate from scratch or join the regulars to take your practice deeper.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Meditation
Saturdays
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People of Colour Day Retreat

People of Colour Day Retreat

Led by Suryagupta and team

A chance for people of African, Asian or mixed heritage to come together and draw inspiration from the Buddha’s teaching, with a full day of meditation and ritual. Suitable for newcomers as well as those with experience of meditation practice. Bring a vegan lunch to share.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
People of Colour
Meditation
Buddhism
Day Event
Sundays
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1:00 pm
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20 Apr
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Lunchtime Meditation Class

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Meditation
Mondays
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20
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20 Apr
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7:15 pm
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20 Apr
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Dharma Night: The Path to Ordination

Dharma Night: The Path to Ordination

Guhyaloka Fundraising Week

A special Dharma Night with senior teachers Maitreyabandhu and Jnanavaca where they explore Ordination as the path towards finding truth and meaning in a turbulent world.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Online
Mondays
G4TA
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21
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21 Apr
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21 Apr
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Apr

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Meditation
Tuesdays
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21
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21 Apr
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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21 Apr
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Tuesday Night Meditation Class

Tuesday Night Meditation Class

You can either learn to meditate from scratch and develop the foundations for a daily practice or join the regulars to build on what you know and discover how to apply Wisdom reflections in meditation.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Meditation
Tuesdays
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22
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22 Apr
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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22 Apr
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Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

The Ten Fetters

[No crèche until further notice] 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.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Wednesdays
Online
Families & Children
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22
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22 Apr
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1:00 pm
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22 Apr
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22 Apr
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Lunchtime Meditation Class

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Meditation
Wednesdays
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22
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22 Apr
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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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
Buddhism
Meditation
Online
Wednesdays
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23
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23 Apr
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23 Apr
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Lunchtime Meditation Class

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Meditation
Thursdays
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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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Mon
30 Mar
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1:00 pm
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[Cancelled] Lunchtime Yoga Class

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30 Mar
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6:30 pm
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Evening Yoga Class

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31 Mar
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12:00 pm
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1 Apr
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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6:30 pm
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2 Apr
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12:00 pm
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3 Apr
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Evening Restorative Yoga Class

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4 Apr
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10:00 am
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45 min
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Morning Yoga Class

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4 Apr
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11:30 am
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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6 Apr
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6 Apr
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7 Apr
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8 Apr
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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8 Apr
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6:30 pm
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9 Apr
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12:00 pm
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Fri
10 Apr
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12:00 pm
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
10 Apr
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5:30 pm
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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
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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
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Mon
13 Apr
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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13 Apr
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6:30 pm
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Evening Yoga Class

Tue
14 Apr
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12:00 pm
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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15 Apr
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12:00 pm
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Wed
15 Apr
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6:30 pm
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Evening Yoga Class

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16 Apr
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12:00 pm
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

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17 Apr
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Fri
17 Apr
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5:30 pm
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45 min
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Evening Restorative Yoga Class

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18 Apr
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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45 min
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Morning Yoga Class

Sat
18 Apr
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11:30 am
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45 min
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Tue
16 Jun
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6:30 pm
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45 min
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Chi Kung

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20 Jun
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10:00 am
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45 min
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Morning Yoga Class

Tue
23 Jun
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6:30 pm
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45 min
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Chi Kung

Sat
27 Jun
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10:00 am
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Morning Yoga Class

Tue
30 Jun
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6:30 pm
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45 min
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Chi Kung

Sat
4 Jul
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10:00 am
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45 min
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75 min

Morning Yoga Class

Tue
7 Jul
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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45 min
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75 min

Chi Kung

Sat
11 Jul
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10:00 am
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45 min
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75 min

Morning Yoga Class

Tue
14 Jul
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6:30 pm
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45 min
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75 min

Chi Kung

Sat
18 Jul
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10:00 am
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45 min
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Morning Yoga Class

Tue
21 Jul
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6:30 pm
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45 min
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Chi Kung

Sat
25 Jul
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45 min
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Morning Yoga Class

Tue
28 Jul
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6:30 pm
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45 min
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75 min

Chi Kung

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1 Aug
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10:00 am
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45 min
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Morning Yoga Class

Tue
4 Aug
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6:30 pm
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45 min
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Chi Kung

Sat
8 Aug
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10:00 am
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45 min
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Morning Yoga Class

Tue
11 Aug
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6:30 pm
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45 min
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Chi Kung

Sat
15 Aug
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Morning Yoga Class

Tue
18 Aug
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6:30 pm
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45 min
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Chi Kung

Sat
22 Aug
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10:00 am
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Tue
25 Aug
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45 min
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Chi Kung

Sat
29 Aug
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10:00 am
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75 min

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Tue
1 Sep
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45 min
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Chi Kung

Sat
5 Sep
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8 Sep
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Sat
12 Sep
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Tue
15 Sep
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Sat
19 Sep
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22 Sep
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26 Sep
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Sun
29 Mar
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3:00 pm
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5:00 pm

Flow & Restore Yoga Afternoon

In Flow & Restore, we move and then we soften, creating space for both energy and ease. Join us on the mat for an afternoon of movement, release and deeply supported rest.
£26/£19
Book
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