New here?
You are very welcome. We will help you feel at ease from your first visit — there is nothing to prepare, nothing to know in advance and nobody expecting anything of you.
What happens during a class?
About an hour, in five parts. Nothing about it is a surprise once you know the shape of it.
- 1
Arrive
Come a few minutes early and find a seat. Chairs are provided — cushions too, if you prefer the floor.
- 2
Meditation
A short guided meditation to let go of the day. Everything is talked through, so there is nothing to know in advance.
- 3
Talk
A practical talk on applying Buddhist wisdom to ordinary life — work, relationships, stress, the lot.
- 4
Meditation
A second guided meditation putting the theme into practice, so you leave having actually done it.
- 5
Time to chat
Questions, tea and biscuits. Stay as long as you like, or slip away — both are completely fine.
A look inside
Ordinary rooms, ordinary people, a pot of tea afterwards.
You might be wondering…
Do I have to be Buddhist?
No. Our classes are open to everyone, whatever you believe. Most people who come are not Buddhist — they simply want a calmer mind and some practical advice for daily life.
Can I just come and try?
Yes. Weekly classes are drop-in: turn up, pay at the door and take a seat. Nobody will follow up, sign you up to anything or expect you back next week.
Do I need any experience?
None at all. Every meditation is guided out loud from start to finish, so you are led through it whether it is your first time or your five hundredth.
Will I have to speak?
No. There is no going round the room and no introductions. You are welcome to ask a question at the end if you want to, and just as welcome to say nothing.
What should I wear?
Whatever is comfortable. There is no dress code and nothing to bring — we sit on chairs, so ordinary clothes are completely fine.
Do I need to book?
Not for weekly classes — just come along. Day courses, retreats and some special events do need booking in advance, and each event page says which.
Will I understand it?
Yes. Each class stands on its own, in plain English, with no jargon and no assumed reading. You can start at any point in the year.
Something we have not covered? More questions or just ask us.
Ready to give it a try?
Choose a time and come along.