Leeds Buddhist Centre

We offer an introductory course in meditation and Buddhism at FWBO Leeds Buddhist Centre. The course is an opportunity to learn about Buddhism and meditation and explore these in relation to our own lives, in a friendly and supportive environment. We use short meditation sessions, together with talks, workshops and discussion.

The course consists of three short modules introducing different aspects of Buddhist practice. The modules can be followed in any order, and each is appropriate for newcomers interested in exploring Buddhist meditation and mindfulness and understanding basic Buddhist principles.

The course runs in a rolling cycle, with each module offered several times throughout the year. Each module consists of 4 Monday evenings, and two of the modules have stronger meditation content so include a day retreat to give a deeper experience of meditation.

Monday 12th April 2010 7 - 9.15pm for 4 weeks, followed by a day retreat on Saturday 15th May 10 - 4pm

In this module we explore a practice called the Mindfulness of Breathing, a simple and direct way of developing awareness and calm. By coming back to the sensations of the breath we are able to cultivate calm, clarity, and a relaxed concentration and presence.

The module includes Just Sitting meditation, an unstructured practice which complements formal meditation.

This module will run again in April 2010

Cost for the module: £50/£25 concs, including the day retreat

Monday 17th May 7- 9.15pm for 4 weeks, followed by a day retreat on Saturday 19th June 10 - 4pm

In this module, we explore the Metta Bhavana, a practice which allows us to cultivate emotional warmth, kindness and friendliness towards ourselves and others. This enhances awareness of our responses to others and allows us to interact in an increasingly positive way with the world around us.

The module includes Just Sitting meditation, an unstructured practice which complements formal meditation.

This module will run again in May 2010

Cost for the module: £50/£25 concs, including the day retreat

Monday 8th March 7- 9.15pm for 4 weeks.
Monday 21st June 7- 9.15pm for 4 weeks.

This module introduces some of the basic principles of Buddhism and the Buddha's threefold path of ethics, meditation and wisdom. Drawing on traditional sources and on our own everyday experience the module aims to bring the Dharma alive in our daily life.

This module will run again in June 2010

Cost for the module: £35/£18 concs.

We get the greatest benefit from meditation if we do it regularly and we will have a look at a few things that might help you set up a regular practice. So that people get the most benefit from a course, we encourage you to practise at home between classes.

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