Weekend Meditation Retreats
A weekend meditation retreat is a chance to break away for a short period and enjoy the tranquillity of Madhyamaka Centre and its surrounding countryside. In a weekend meditation retreat you learn how to practise meditation which is a vital tool for decreasing stress and tension and improving health and happiness. The retreat also includes talks on a certain theme, designed to help solve our daily problems and increase inner wellbeing. These weekends are a great success, offering friendship, solace and comfort for those who attend. Some retreats are suitable for complete beginners and others for more experienced practitioners.
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Learn to Meditate Weekend
Meditation: The Basics
25 – 27 June
Meditation helps us to disengage the mind from the busyness of everyday life and create a special feeling of inner peace. When we feel peaceful, we naturally feel happy, contented and relaxed and this has a positive influence on everything we think, say and do.
On this weekend meditation retreat, you will learn:
* how to meditate
*how to settle the body and mind
*how to overcome distractions
*how to sit in the correct posture
*when and how often to meditate
*how to establish a regular meditation practice
This weekend meditation is ideal for beginners. It is structured with classes consisting of a short explanation about the basics of meditation, a guided meditation and the chance ask questions. It is a relaxed schedule with plenty of time for rest and relaxation in our beautiful grounds. You will find it a supportive and enjoyable way to make new friends who also want to learn how to live a more peaceful and stress-free life.
Please book early to avoid disappointment.
LEARN TO MEDITATE RETREAT TIMETABLE
Friday 25
7.30pm Introduction
Saturday 26
9.30am - 10.45am Class
11.45am – 1.00pm Class
4.45pm – 6.00pm Class
7.30pm – 8.30pm Chanted prayers
Sunday 27
9.30am - 10.45am Class
11.45am – 1.00pm Class
Course ends with lunch at 1.00pm on Sunday
World Peace Café Wed - Sun 10.30am – 4.30pm
Reception & Shop Everyday 9.00am – 5.00pm
Meditation for Relaxation
24 – 26 Sept
During this weekend you can learn simple meditations that can be practised by anyone. With regular practice, these meditations help to relax both body and mind and lead to a deep experience of inner peace.
Based on the Learn to Meditate cd "Meditations for Relaxation".
MEDITATION FOR RELAXATION RETREAT TIMETABLE
Friday 24
7.30pm Introduction
Saturday 25
9.30am - 10.45am Class
11.45am – 1.00pm Class
4.45pm – 6.00pm Class
7.30pm – 8.30pm Chanted prayers
Sunday 26
9.30am - 10.45am Class
11.45am – 1.00pm Class
Course ends with lunch at 1.00pm on Sunday
World Peace Café Wed - Sun 10.30am – 4.30pm
Reception & Shop Everyday 9.00am – 5.00pm
Discovering the Mind of Loving Kindness
12 – 14 Nov
Discover meditations that help us to relate to others in a positive and caring way. By learning to cherish others, we discover a deep inner peace and contentment for ourselves.
Based on the Learn to Meditate cd "Meditations for a Kind Heart".
MEDITATION RETREAT TIMETABLE
Friday 12
7.30pm Introduction
Saturday 13
9.30am - 10.45am Class
11.45am – 1.00pm Class
4.45pm – 6.00pm Class
7.30pm – 8.30pm Chanted prayers
Sunday 14
9.30am - 10.45am Class
11.45am – 1.00pm Class
Course ends with lunch at 1.00pm on Sunday
World Peace Café Wed - Sun 10.30am – 4.30pm
Reception & Shop Everyday 9.00am – 5.00pm