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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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Highlights

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Tue
22 Dec
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Fri
1 Jan

The Winter Retreat 2026

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Tue
17 Nov
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Tue
8 Dec

The Myth of the Return Journey

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Wed
21 Oct
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Wed
25 Nov

The Individual and the Spiritual Community

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Fri
23 Oct
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Sun
25 Oct

People of Colour Weekend

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Sun
1 Nov
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10:00 am
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4:00 pm

Day Retreat: A Commonplace Book

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Fri 3 Apr - Sun 12 Apr

An Evening with the Chair:

A Vision of a New World

We all want to feel happy and inspired, but unless we're growing, we often feel thwarted. Come on retreat at this time of blossoming and renewal, and get in touch with value and meaning. We’ll be creating the best possible conditions in which to practise meditation and Buddhism so we can grow towards our full potential, and even touch the sacred.
In person and online
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Yoga
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Nov

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£9
In person, book online.
More info
Fridays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Fri
20
Nov
20 Nov
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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20 Nov
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Nov

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
Fridays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Fri
20
Nov
20 Nov
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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20 Nov
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20 Nov
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Nov

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.
£11
In person, book online.
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Fridays
Buddhism
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Fri
20
Nov
20 Nov
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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20 Nov
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20 Nov
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Nov

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.
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Yoga
Saturdays
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21
Nov
21 Nov
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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21 Nov
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21 Nov
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Nov

Morning Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£13
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Weekends
Buddhism
Sat
21
Nov
21 Nov
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10:30 am
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12:30 pm
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21 Nov
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Nov

Sub30 Breakfast Seminar

For those aged 18–30

Join this vibrant monthly seminar for people aged 18–30, and explore Buddhist wisdom in the context of the modern world.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
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Meditation
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21
Nov
21 Nov
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12:30 pm
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21 Nov
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Nov

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.
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Yoga
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21
Nov
21 Nov
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12:45 pm
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21 Nov
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Nov

Saturday Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£13
In person, book online.
More info
Saturdays
Meditation
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21
Nov
21 Nov
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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21 Nov
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Nov

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
Saturdays
Buddhism
Day Event
Weekends
Sat
21
Nov
21 Nov
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2:30 pm
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5:00 pm
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21 Nov
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21 Nov
21
Nov

What is a Mitra?

With Abhayanandi, Adityabandhu, Dayanatha and Kusalasara

An afternoon exploring what it means to declare yourself a Buddhist, and how becoming a Mitra could be exactly what your practice needs.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
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Saturdays
Yoga
Day Event
Weekends
Sat
21
Nov
21 Nov
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3:00 pm
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5:30 pm
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21 Nov
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21 Nov
21
Nov

Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga Workshop

Kum Nye is a Tibetan movement practice, similar to tai chi or yoga. This workshop explores simple exercises using movement, breath and awareness to release tension and develop a deeper sense of ease in both body and mind.
Free (suggested donation £20)
In person, just turn up.
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Weekends
Day Event
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22
Nov
22 Nov
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10:00 am
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9:30 pm
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22 Nov
22
Nov

Sangha Day Festival

Our yearly celebration of friendship, community and the ideal of human communication. The programme will include meditation, talks and ritual with Mitra reaffirmations and Mitra ceremonies.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person with online elements
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Yoga
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23
Nov
23 Nov
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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23 Nov
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Mon
23 Nov
23
Nov

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£9
In person, book online.
More info
Mondays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Mon
23
Nov
23 Nov
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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23 Nov
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Mon
23 Nov
23
Nov

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
Mondays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Mon
23
Nov
23 Nov
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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23 Nov
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Mon
23 Nov
23
Nov

Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£11
In person, book online.
More info
Mondays
Buddhism
Meditation
Online
Recurring/Weekly
Mon
23
Nov
23 Nov
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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23 Nov
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23 Nov
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Nov

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
Tuesdays
Yoga
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24
Nov
24 Nov
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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24 Nov
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Tue
24 Nov
24
Nov

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£9
In person, book online.
More info
Tuesdays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Tue
24
Nov
24 Nov
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Tue
24 Nov
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Tue
24 Nov
24
Nov

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
Tuesdays
Recurring/Weekly
Tue
24
Nov
24 Nov
|
2:15 pm
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3:00 pm
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24 Nov
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Tue
24 Nov
24
Nov

Volunteering Session

with Maitreyaraja

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 to the LBC.
In person, just turn up.
More info
Tuesdays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Tue
24
Nov
24 Nov
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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24 Nov
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24 Nov
24
Nov

Qigong

Qigong (pronounced "chee-gong") is a system of exercises which helps us cultivate awareness and connect with our bodies through simple breathing exercises and movement techniques, and can be a great way to prepare for meditation. Join us for a beginner-friendly session led by Serene. No experience necessary.
Free (with donations welcome).
£8
In person, book online.
More info
Tuesdays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Tue
24
Nov
24 Nov
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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24 Nov
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Tue
24 Nov
24
Nov

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
Tuesdays
Tue
24
Nov
24 Nov
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9:45 pm
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10:15 pm
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24 Nov
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Tue
24 Nov
24
Nov

Full Moon Puja

After the Tuesday Night Class

After the Tuesday Night Class, we’ll come together for a short ritual on the full moon. , we’ll come together for a short ritual to mark the full moon. All are welcome to join in, whether or not you’ve taken part in a Buddhist ritual before.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Wednesdays
Online
Families & Children
Wed
25
Nov
25 Nov
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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25 Nov
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Wed
25 Nov
25
Nov

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Essential Buddhism

In this series, we will be exploring the essential teachings of Buddhism. We will do this by way of talks, discussion and workshops looking at the Three Jewels – Buddha, Dharma, Sangha – and seeing how these can guide us in our lives today.
In person and online.
More info
Wednesdays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Wed
25
Nov
25 Nov
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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25 Nov
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Wed
25 Nov
25
Nov

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£9
In person, book online.
More info
Wednesdays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Wed
25
Nov
25 Nov
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Wed
25 Nov
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Wed
25 Nov
25
Nov

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
Wednesdays
Buddhism
Recurring/Weekly
Wed
25
Nov
25 Nov
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5:30 pm
-
6:30 pm
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Wed
25 Nov
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Wed
25 Nov
25
Nov

Mantra Chanting

Here's a chance to chant a few different Buddhist mantras in a group as a way to going deeper in one's experience.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Wednesdays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Wed
25
Nov
25 Nov
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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25 Nov
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Wed
25 Nov
25
Nov

Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£11
In person, book online.
More info
Wednesdays
Buddhism
Meditation
Online
Recurring/Weekly
Wed
25
Nov
25 Nov
|
7:15 pm
-
9:30 pm
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25 Nov
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Wed
25 Nov
25
Nov

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
Thursdays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Thu
26
Nov
26 Nov
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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26 Nov
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Thu
26 Nov
26
Nov

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£9
In person, book online.
More info
Thursdays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Thu
26
Nov
26 Nov
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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26 Nov
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Thu
26 Nov
26
Nov

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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