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Weekly in-person classes

You don't need to book, just turn up

LunchtimeMeditation | Monday to Saturday | 1–2pm
Monday Night Dharma | 7.15–9.30pm
Tuesday Night Meditation | 7.15–9.15pm
Wednesday Morning Dharma| 10.30–12.30pm
Wednesday Mantra Chanting | 5.30–6.30pm
Wednesday Night Meditation | 7.15–9.30pm
Thursday Night Meditation & In Conversation| 7.15–9.15pm
Friday Night Story-telling and Ritual | 7.15–9.30pm
Saturday Meditation | 10.30am–12.15pm and 1–2pm

Weekly in-person classes

You don't need to book, just turn up

Lunchtime Meditation | Mon to Sat
1–2pm
Monday Night Dharma | 7.15–9.30pm
Tuesday Night Meditation | 7.15–9.15pm
Wednesday Morning Dharma | 10.30–12.30pm
Wednesday Night Meditation | 7.15–9.30pm
Thursday Night Meditation & In Conversation
7.15–9.15pm
Friday Night Story-telling and Ritual | 7.15–9.30pm
Saturday Meditation
10.30am–12.15pm and 1–2pm

Urban Retreat

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Sat 16 Sep - Sat 23 Sep

Be on retreat in the midst of your life

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Introduction to Buddhism & Meditation

This six-week course will introduce you to key Buddhist principles and two meditation practices that cultivate self-awareness, open-heartedness and insight. Ideal for understanding the wider context and purpose of Buddhist practice.
£140 Full /£85 Conc
In person, book online.
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5 Nov
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10 Dec
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Nov

Gateways to Liberation

A practical course on the Buddha's Wisdom Teachings

This course provides a concise view of the Buddhist threefold path of ethics, meditation and wisdom. A direct and practical journey including everything from our daily actions to deep reflection on the nature of existence via the teaching of the three laksanas.
£125 full / £80 conc
In person, book online.
More info
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Dec

Online Morning Meditation

Start the day by tuning in to the LBC from home. A week-long series at the start of every month to enhance your daily practice. With a sequence of meditation teachings and the opportunity to ask questions.
Free (with donations welcome).
Online only.
More info
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05
Dec
5 Dec
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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5 Dec
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Thu
5 Dec
05
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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05
Dec
5 Dec
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1:00 pm
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5 Dec
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Thu
5 Dec
05
Dec

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
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05
Dec
5 Dec
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6:30 pm
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5 Dec
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5 Dec
05
Dec

Eight Step Recovery Group For Men

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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05
Dec
5 Dec
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5 Dec
05
Dec

Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

The Fifty-One Mental Events: Transforming Every Aspect of the Mind

To transform the mind we need to know the mind. The fifty-one mental events provide a comprehensive map of the mind's every aspect: good, bad or indifferent. We hope you can join the Thursday evening class as we explore this extensive Buddhist teaching. We will be guided by Sangharakshita's Know Your Mind - our own teacher's exploration - and Mind in Harmony, the commentary upon it by Subhuti, the LBC's President.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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06
Dec
6 Dec
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7:30 am
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8:30 am
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6 Dec
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Fri
6 Dec
06
Dec

Online Morning Meditation

Start the day by tuning in to the LBC from home. A week-long series at the start of every month to enhance your daily practice. With a sequence of meditation teachings and the opportunity to ask questions.
Free (with donations welcome).
Online only.
More info
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06
Dec
6 Dec
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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6 Dec
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Fri
6 Dec
06
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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06
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6 Dec
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6 Dec
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6 Dec
06
Dec

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
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06
Dec
6 Dec
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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6 Dec
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6 Dec
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Dec

Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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06
Dec
6 Dec
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7:15 pm
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6 Dec
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6 Dec
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Dec

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.
More info
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06
Dec
6 Dec
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6 Dec
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6 Dec
06
Dec

IGNITE Friday Class

Join others aged 18–30 years old for an evening of meditation, connecting, and reflecting on what is most valuable in life. Tea and cake until 10.30pm.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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07
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7 Dec
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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7 Dec
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7 Dec
07
Dec

Morning Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£12
More info
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07
Dec
7 Dec
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10:30 am
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7 Dec
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Saturday Morning 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 (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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07
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7 Dec
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11:30 am
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7 Dec
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7 Dec
07
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£12
More info
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07
Dec
7 Dec
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7 Dec
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7 Dec
07
Dec

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
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07
Dec
7 Dec
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7 Dec
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7 Dec
07
Dec

Eight Step Recovery Group For Men

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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7 Dec
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PoetryEAST with Mimi Khalvati

Mimi Khalvati returns to PoetryEAST to launch her Collected Poems (Carcanet Press), having been awarded the Kings Gold Medal for Poetry. She will be in conversation with Maitreyabandhu about her life and work, and reading her poems.
£10
In person, book online.
More info
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08
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8 Dec
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8 Dec
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Dec

Gender Diverse Sangha Day

A one-off day for people who identify as trans, non-binary and gender diverse. We will come together for meditation, ritual, bodywork and small discussion groups to support one another in our practice.
Free (suggested donation £40).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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08
Dec
8 Dec
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10:30 am
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11:30 am
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8 Dec
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8 Dec
08
Dec

People of Colour Sunday Class Online

On the second Sunday of every month is a chance for people of African, Asian or mixed heritage to come together, meditate, and discuss how the Buddha’s teachings have relevance to our lives. Suitable for all levels of experience, including beginners.
Free (with donations welcome).
Online only.
More info
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09
Dec
9 Dec
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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9 Dec
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Mon
9 Dec
09
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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Mon
09
Dec
9 Dec
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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9 Dec
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Mon
9 Dec
09
Dec

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
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Mon
09
Dec
9 Dec
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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9 Dec
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Mon
9 Dec
09
Dec

Eight Step Recovery Group

Open to all

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative to 12 step recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous. The Eight Step program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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09
Dec
9 Dec
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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9 Dec
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9 Dec
09
Dec

Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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Mon
09
Dec
9 Dec
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7:15 pm
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9 Dec
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9 Dec
09
Dec

Dharma Night Winter Intensive Series: Vimalakirti and the Three Jewels

Led by Akashamitra and Suvarnajyoti

The figure of Vimalakirti evokes the potential for vastness, magic, and paradox alongside an engagement with the world. He offers a unique gateway into the expansive teachings of Mahayana Buddhism and the ideal of seeking Enlightenment out of compassion for living beings. Join this Dharma Night three-week series exploring themes from the Vimalakirti Nirdesa in the lead up to the Winter Intensive Retreat.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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10
Dec
10 Dec
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12:00 pm
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10 Dec
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Tue
10 Dec
10
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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Tue
10
Dec
10 Dec
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1:00 pm
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10 Dec
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10 Dec
10
Dec

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
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10 Dec
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Volunteering Session

Come along after the lunchtime class to work alongside the Caretakers in looking after the fabric of the centre. A wonderful way to give back, and contribute practically to the LBC!
In person, just turn up.
More info
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10 Dec
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10 Dec
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Dec

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
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11
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11 Dec
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10:35 am
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11 Dec
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11 Dec
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Dec

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and practice. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a creche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person and online.
More info
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11 Dec
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11 Dec
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Wed
11 Dec
11
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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11 Dec
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11 Dec
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11 Dec
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Dec

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
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11
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11 Dec
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5:30 pm
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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
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11 Dec
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5:30 pm
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11 Dec
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11 Dec
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Dec

Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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Wed
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Dec
11 Dec
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7:15 pm
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Dec

Wednesday Night Meditation

Maitreyabandhu follows up on his Dharma Night series

Our weekly Wednesday class gives you the chance to learn fresh approaches to meditation, try them out and ask questions to experienced meditators. This week, Maitreyabandhu explores some of the implications from his recent 'Breaking through into Buddhahood' seminar on meditation practice, with two consecutive classes at the LBC.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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12
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12 Dec
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12 Dec
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12 Dec
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Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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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
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12 Dec
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12 Dec
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12 Dec
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Dec

Eight Step Recovery Group For Men

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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12 Dec
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Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

The Fifty-One Mental Events: Transforming Every Aspect of the Mind

To transform the mind we need to know the mind. The fifty-one mental events provide a comprehensive map of the mind's every aspect: good, bad or indifferent. We hope you can join the Thursday evening class as we explore this extensive Buddhist teaching. We will be guided by Sangharakshita's Know Your Mind - our own teacher's exploration - and Mind in Harmony, the commentary upon it by Subhuti, the LBC's President.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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13 Dec
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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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
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13 Dec
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13 Dec
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13 Dec
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Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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13 Dec
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13 Dec
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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.
More info
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14 Dec
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Morning Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£12
More info
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14 Dec
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IGNITE Breakfast Seminar

If you’re 18–30, join this vibrant monthly seminar to explore Buddhist wisdom in the context of the modern world.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Saturday Morning 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 (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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14 Dec
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£12
More info
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14 Dec
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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
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Dec
14 Dec
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14 Dec
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14 Dec
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Dec

Eight Step Recovery Group For Men

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Film Night: The Cup (1999)

A group of young, football-crazy Tibetan monks struggle to persuade their elders to let them watch the World Cup Final. In person, just turn up.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Buddhism & Deep Ecology Day

Join us for a day retreat exploring our connection with the natural world through Dharma practice. Expect sound meditation, guided meditation, ritual, poetry, music, talks and sharing.
Free (suggested donation £40).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Mindful Morning For Teens

Meet with like-minded teens (12-17 years old) to learn about Buddhism and meditation, explore how to have a positive impact in the world and increase your mental well-being.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, book online.
More info
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16
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16 Dec
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16 Dec
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16 Dec
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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16
Dec
16 Dec
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16 Dec
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16 Dec
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Dec

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
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Mon
16
Dec
16 Dec
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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16 Dec
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Mon
16 Dec
16
Dec

Eight Step Recovery Group

Open to all

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative to 12 step recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous. The Eight Step program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Mon
16
Dec
16 Dec
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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16 Dec
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16 Dec
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Dec

Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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Mon
16
Dec
16 Dec
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7:15 pm
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16 Dec
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16 Dec
16
Dec

Dharma Night Winter Intensive Series: Vimalakirti and the Three Jewels

Led by Akashamitra and Suvarnajyoti

The figure of Vimalakirti evokes the potential for vastness, magic, and paradox alongside an engagement with the world. He offers a unique gateway into the expansive teachings of Mahayana Buddhism and the ideal of seeking Enlightenment out of compassion for living beings. Join this Dharma Night three-week series exploring themes from the Vimalakirti Nirdesa in the lead up to the Winter Intensive Retreat.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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16
Dec
16 Dec
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9:45 pm
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10:15 pm
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16 Dec
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16 Dec
16
Dec

Full Moon Puja

After the Monday class, we’ll come together for a short ritual on the full moon. By doing so, we are joining Buddhists across the world in a tradition that goes back to the time of the Buddha. In person, just turn up.
In person, just turn up.
More info
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17
Dec
17 Dec
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12:00 pm
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Tue
17 Dec
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Tue
17 Dec
17
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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17
Dec
17 Dec
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17 Dec
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Tue
17 Dec
17
Dec

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
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Tue
17
Dec
17 Dec
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2:15 pm
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17 Dec
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Tue
17 Dec
17
Dec

Volunteering Session

Come along after the lunchtime class to work alongside the Caretakers in looking after the fabric of the centre. A wonderful way to give back, and contribute practically to the LBC!
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Tue
17
Dec
17 Dec
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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17 Dec
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17 Dec
17
Dec

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
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18
Dec
18 Dec
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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18 Dec
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18 Dec
18
Dec

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and practice. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a creche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person and online.
More info
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18
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18 Dec
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12:00 pm
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18 Dec
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Wed
18 Dec
18
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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18
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18 Dec
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18 Dec
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18 Dec
18
Dec

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
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18
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18 Dec
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18 Dec
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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
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18
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18 Dec
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6:30 pm
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18 Dec
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18 Dec
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Dec

Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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18
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18 Dec
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7:15 pm
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18 Dec
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Dec

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
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19
Dec
19 Dec
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12:00 pm
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19 Dec
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19 Dec
19
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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19
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19 Dec
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19 Dec
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19 Dec
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Dec

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
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19
Dec
19 Dec
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19 Dec
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19 Dec
19
Dec

Eight Step Recovery Group For Men

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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19
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19 Dec
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Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

The Fifty-One Mental Events: Transforming Every Aspect of the Mind

To transform the mind we need to know the mind. The fifty-one mental events provide a comprehensive map of the mind's every aspect: good, bad or indifferent. We hope you can join the Thursday evening class as we explore this extensive Buddhist teaching. We will be guided by Sangharakshita's Know Your Mind - our own teacher's exploration - and Mind in Harmony, the commentary upon it by Subhuti, the LBC's President.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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20
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20 Dec
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20 Dec
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20 Dec
20
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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20
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20 Dec
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20 Dec
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20 Dec
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Dec

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
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20
Dec
20 Dec
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20 Dec
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20 Dec
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Dec

Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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20
Dec
20 Dec
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20 Dec
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Dec

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.
More info
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21
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21 Dec
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10:00 am
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21 Dec
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21 Dec
21
Dec

Morning Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£12
More info
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21
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21 Dec
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21 Dec
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Saturday Morning 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 (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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21
Dec
21 Dec
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11:30 am
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21 Dec
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21 Dec
21
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£12
More info
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21
Dec
21 Dec
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1:00 pm
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21 Dec
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21 Dec
21
Dec

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
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21
Dec
21 Dec
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3:00 pm
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4:30 pm
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21 Dec
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21 Dec
21
Dec

Eight Step Recovery Group For Men

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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21
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21 Dec
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21 Dec
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Dec

Winter Restorative Yoga Afternoon

Led by Sraddhagita

On the shortest day of the year, time to turn inwards and enjoy an opportunity to rest and replenish your body and mind. The afternoon will include a practice of restorative yoga, yoga nidra and meditation.
£25 Full / £18 Conc
In person, book online.
More info
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22
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22 Dec
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22 Dec
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1 Jan
22
Dec

The Winter Retreat 2024

Perfect for newcomers or those in their first two years of practice (if you’ve been practicing for longer, please get in touch with us before booking). Meditation will be taught from scratch, so beginners are very welcome.
10 days £590 / 5 days £380
More info
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23
Dec
23 Dec
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23 Dec
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23 Dec
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Dec

Online Morning Meditation

During the week of Christmas, you can join others for morning meditation classes online. Each morning will begin with teaching to inspire your practice, followed by an unled meditation.
Free (with donations welcome).
Online only.
More info
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23
Dec
23 Dec
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23 Dec
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3 Jan
23
Dec

The Festive Season at the LBC

Find stillness in the midst of the festive season with a period of intensive practice at the LBC and online. All events are free, with donations welcome.
In person and online.
More info
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23 Dec
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23 Dec
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Mon
23 Dec
23
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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23 Dec
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23 Dec
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23 Dec
23
Dec

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
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23
Dec
23 Dec
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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23 Dec
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23 Dec
23
Dec

Eight Step Recovery Group

Open to all

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative to 12 step recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous. The Eight Step program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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23
Dec
23 Dec
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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23 Dec
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23 Dec
23
Dec

Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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23
Dec
23 Dec
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23 Dec
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1 Jan
23
Dec

Winter Intensive Retreat: Insight and Imagination

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.
£599 full | £461 conc | £349 sub25
More info
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23
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23 Dec
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23 Dec
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23 Dec
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Dec

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
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24
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24 Dec
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24 Dec
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24 Dec
24
Dec

Online Morning Meditation

During the week of Christmas, you can join others for morning meditation classes online. Each morning will begin with teaching to inspire your practice, followed by an unled meditation.
Free (with donations welcome).
Online only.
More info
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24
Dec
24 Dec
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24 Dec
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24 Dec
24
Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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24
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24 Dec
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24 Dec
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24 Dec
24
Dec

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
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24 Dec
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24 Dec
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24 Dec
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Dec

Volunteering Session

Come along after the lunchtime class to work alongside the Caretakers in looking after the fabric of the centre. A wonderful way to give back, and contribute practically to the LBC!
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Dec
24 Dec
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24 Dec
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24 Dec
24
Dec

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
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25
Dec
25 Dec
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25 Dec
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25 Dec
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Dec

Online Morning Meditation

During the week of Christmas, you can join others for morning meditation classes online. Each morning will begin with teaching to inspire your practice, followed by an unled meditation.
Free (with donations welcome).
Online only.
More info
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25 Dec
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Christmas Day Retreat

For an alternative Christmas Day, spend it with others at the LBC practising meditation, reflection and ritual. Open to all.
Free (suggested donation £40).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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25 Dec
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25 Dec
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25 Dec
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Dec

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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