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What's on

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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Highlights

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Fri
7 Aug
Sun
16 Aug

Summer Retreat

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Tue
28 Jul
Tue
1 Sep

Digital Dharma Course

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Mon
10 Aug
Mon
14 Sep

Introduction to Buddhism & Meditation Course

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Fri
21 Aug
Sun
23 Aug

Teens Retreat

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Fri
28 Aug
Fri
4 Sep

People of Colour Retreat

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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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Sat
08
Aug
8 Aug
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3:00 pm
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5:00 pm
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8 Aug
Sat
8 Aug
08
Aug

Mindful Movement Workshop

Have you ever wanted to be able to move more freely? In this class we playfully explore movement inspired by Qi Kung, Yoga, and improvised dance.
£26 / £19
In person, book online.
More info
Sat
08
Aug
8 Aug
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7:15 pm
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10:00 pm
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8 Aug
Sat
8 Aug
08
Aug

Film Night: Boyhood (2014)

Boyhood follows one boy’s life from childhood to early adulthood, filmed with the same actors over twelve years. In a series of ordinary moments, the film quietly reveals how time, family, and experience shape a life.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Sun
09
Aug
9 Aug
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10:00 am
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11:30 am
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Sun
9 Aug
Sun
9 Aug
09
Aug

People of Colour Sunday Class

Taking place on the second Sunday of every month, a chance for people of colour to come together, meditate and reflect on our lives in light of the Buddha’s teachings. All levels of experience welcome.
Free (with donations welcome).
Online only.
More info
Sun
09
Aug
9 Aug
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10:00 am
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12:30 pm
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9 Aug
Sun
9 Aug
09
Aug

Mantra & Meditation Morning

Chanting mantras can be an enlivening and beautiful practice. Explore how mantra and meditation can support each other, cultivating positive emotion and opening us up to the mystery of Enlightenment.
Free (suggested donation £25).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Sun
09
Aug
9 Aug
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2:45 pm
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5:00 pm
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9 Aug
Sun
9 Aug
09
Aug

Death Cafe

At the Mandala Cafe

As a society, we rarely discuss death, even though death is the only inevitable thing in life. Death cafes offer an opportunity to share with others our experiences, ideas and feelings about death and dying.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Mon
10
Aug
10 Aug
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Mon
10 Aug
Mon
10 Aug
10
Aug

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
Mon
10
Aug
10 Aug
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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10 Aug
Mon
10 Aug
10
Aug

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
Mon
10
Aug
10 Aug
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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10 Aug
Mon
10 Aug
10
Aug

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
Mon
10
Aug
10 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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10 Aug
Mon
10 Aug
10
Aug

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
Mon
10
Aug
10 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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Mon
10 Aug
Mon
14 Sep
10
Aug

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
Tue
11
Aug
11 Aug
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Tue
11 Aug
Tue
11 Aug
11
Aug

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
Tue
11
Aug
11 Aug
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Tue
11 Aug
Tue
11 Aug
11
Aug

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
Tue
11
Aug
11 Aug
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2:15 pm
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3:00 pm
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11 Aug
Tue
11 Aug
11
Aug

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
Tue
11
Aug
11 Aug
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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11 Aug
Tue
11 Aug
11
Aug

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.
£8
In person, book online.
More info
Tue
11
Aug
11 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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11 Aug
Tue
11 Aug
11
Aug

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
Wed
12
Aug
12 Aug
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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Wed
12 Aug
Wed
12 Aug
12
Aug

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

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.
In person and online.
More info
Wed
12
Aug
12 Aug
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Wed
12 Aug
Wed
12 Aug
12
Aug

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
Wed
12
Aug
12 Aug
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1:00 pm
-
2:00 pm
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Wed
12 Aug
Wed
12 Aug
12
Aug

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
Wed
12
Aug
12 Aug
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5:30 pm
-
6:30 pm
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Wed
12 Aug
Wed
12 Aug
12
Aug

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
Wed
12
Aug
12 Aug
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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Wed
12 Aug
Wed
12 Aug
12
Aug

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
Wed
12
Aug
12 Aug
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7:15 pm
-
9:30 pm
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Wed
12 Aug
Wed
12 Aug
12
Aug

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
Thu
13
Aug
13 Aug
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Thu
13 Aug
Thu
13 Aug
13
Aug

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
Thu
13
Aug
13 Aug
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1:00 pm
-
2:00 pm
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Thu
13 Aug
Thu
13 Aug
13
Aug

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
Thu
13
Aug
13 Aug
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5:00 pm
-
6:30 pm
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13 Aug
Thu
13 Aug
13
Aug

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
Thu
13
Aug
13 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:15 pm
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13 Aug
Thu
13 Aug
13
Aug

Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

The Buddha's Noble Eightfold Path

The Noble Eightfold Path is one of the Buddha's most complete and practical guides to living a life that leads to liberation. Over eight weeks, we will explore each step of the path, drawing on Bhante Urgyen Sangharakshita's seminal lecture series as our guide.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Fri
14
Aug
14 Aug
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Fri
14 Aug
Fri
14 Aug
14
Aug

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
Fri
14
Aug
14 Aug
|
1:00 pm
-
2:00 pm
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Fri
14 Aug
Fri
14 Aug
14
Aug

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
Fri
14
Aug
14 Aug
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5:30 pm
-
6:30 pm
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Fri
14 Aug
Fri
14 Aug
14
Aug

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.
More info
Fri
14
Aug
14 Aug
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7:15 pm
-
9:30 pm
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Fri
14 Aug
Fri
14 Aug
14
Aug

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
Sat
15
Aug
15 Aug
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10:00 am
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11:15 am
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15 Aug
Sat
15 Aug
15
Aug

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
In person, book online.
More info
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