meditation and Buddhism Classes

At our daily classes you'll receive meditation instruction and guidance, and meet others with similar aspirations. There are also classes if you want to explore Buddhism or take your meditation deeper.

We teach two fundamental meditation practices; the Mindfulness of Breathing and the Metta Bhavana, the Development of Loving Kindness.

Newcomers - open to all, but specifically aimed at beginners
Going Deeper - for regulars, Mitras and those who have asked for ordination
Mandala - open to all

Day by Day
Monday to Saturday Lunchtime Lunchtime Drop In Learn the basics of two crucial meditation practices in a lunch-hour slot. All welcome.	Newcomers / Going Deeper	1- 2pm	LBC	£2	No need to book, just drop in
Monday Evening Dharma Night. In-depth exploration of the Dharma for regulars through seminars, talks, meditation and puja. Programme of events	Going Deeper	7.15- 9.45pm	LBC	Suggested donation £5	No need to book, just drop in
Tuesday Daytime Until 26 Jun Drop-in Class for Men. Drop in for a friendly informal exploration of the Buddha's teachings, starting with a short period of meditation. Led by Mangala and Jayaka. Details of other activities for men at the LBC	Newcomers / Going Deeper Men	11am- 12.30pm	LBC	Suggested donation £2	No need to book, just drop in
Tuesday Evening Open Meditation Class Ideal for newcomers. Drop in any week to learn two fundamental practices that cultivate clear awareness, peace of mind and emotional positivity.	Newcomers / Going Deeper	7.15- 9.45pm	LBC	£8/5	No need to book, just drop in
Wednesday Early Morning Sangha Meditation. Open, unled meditation for regulars. NB: Enter only through Breathing Space entrance between 6.45-6.55am. No late admittance - please do not ring the bell after 6.55am.	Going Deeper but session is un-led	7- 8am	LBC	Suggested donation £2	No need to book, just drop in
Wednesday Daytime Meditation and Buddhism Daytime opportunity to learn to meditate, and find out about Buddhism's relevance to our lives. Creche facilities supported by experienced staff for children under 5. This session: 'The Bodhisattva Ideal': Exploring metta and mindfulness in action in the world. Includes meditation, teaching and discussion. First Wednesday of each month is devoted to meditation and puja. Details of other activities for Parents and Children at the LBC	Newcomers / Going Deeper	10.35am-12.30pm	LBC	Suggested donation £8/5	No need to book, just drop in
Wednesday Evening Open Meditation Class Ideal for newcomers. Drop in any week to learn two fundamental practices that cultivate clear awareness, peace of mind and emotional positivity.	Newcomers / Going Deeper	7.15- 9.45pm	LBC	£8/5	No need to book, just drop in
Thursday Early Morning Until 29 Mar Aikido & Meditation for Men An hour's practice for men with some experience of Aikido. NB: Enter only through Breathing Space entrance between 6.45-6.55am. No late admittance - please do not ring the bell after 6.55am. Details of other activities for men at the LBC	Going Deeper	7- 8am	LBC	Suggested donation £8/5	No need to book, just drop in
Thursday Evening Women's Class With meditation, talks, study and ritual. A session on the Refuges and Precepts explored through teachings given by the Buddha in his last days, drawn from the Mahaparinibbana Sutta. Open to all women who know the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. Led by Shubha and Vanaraji. Full details of the class	Going Deeper Women	7 -9.30pm	LBC	Suggested donation £5	No need to book, just drop in
Friday Evening Meditation & Puja Focusing on communal meditation and Buddhist ritual to sustain and deepen your personal practice, contact the mythical realm, and strengthen your confidence in the Dharma.	Going Deeper	7.15- 9.45pm	LBC	Suggested donation £5	No need to book, just drop in
Friday Evening First Friday of every month Young People's Group Peer-led meet up: learn to meditate; discuss and connect. On the first Friday of every month, for anyone under 35 – find out about the Dharma in a way that's relevant to you. For more information, contact nextgeneration@lbc.org.uk. Details of other activities for Young People at the LBC	Newcomers / Going Deeper Under 35	7.15- 9.30pm	LBC	Suggested donation £5	No need to book, just drop in
Saturdays at the LBC Open 10am-5pm, with a newcomers’ lunchtime class from 1-2pm, and a puja at 4pm. This is in addition to the weekend events we already run. Come to learn meditation, relax, discuss, help out. Details of meditation days and other special events also on Saturdays	Newcomers	10am- 5pm	LBC	Dana / donation	No need to book, just drop in
Saturdays in Central London Courses, drop in classes for beginers and regulars and talks. Full programme details	Newcomers / Going Deeper	Classes and courses between 10am and 5pm	Central London	Further details
Sundays Until 5 Feb, then 26 Feb-25 Mar, 29 Apr-27 May. Sunday School. Bring your child along for Buddhist stories and teachings, craft activities and short meditations adapted for children. Suitable for ages up to 10. Led by Lilavati. Details of other activities for Parents and Children at the LBC	Mandala	10.15-11.30am	LBC	£3/£2	No need to book, just drop in

meditation and Buddhism Classes

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