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Kadampa Meditation Centre York is the sister Centre of Madhyamaka KMC, near Pocklington that provides a special place of tranquility, rest and reflection in the heart of York.
We offer a variety of classes, from 30 minute guided lunchtime meditations, to in-depth Buddhist study programme, and a variety of day and half-day courses that are suitable for everyone to learn how to transform negative states of mind into positive opportunities for growth, leading to a more fulfilled and happy life.
We are situated in the heart of York City Centre, just around the corner from York Minster, the Art Gallery and Shambles and only a short walk away from York Railway Station.
You are welcome to drop in and browse through our gift and bookshop; selling souvenirs, gifts, greetings cards, Buddhist books, and meditation CDs or visit our beautiful meditation room.
We welcome visits from all types of groups and clubs, such as school visits, scouts, WI, U3A, etc, to learn about Buddhism and meditation.
If you would like to arrange a group visit, or for more information, please email group.visits@madhya.wpenginepowered.com
Weekly Class Timetable
Classes on Meditation & Modern Buddhism for Daily Life
Mondays
7 – 9pm Foundation Programme* (enrolment required)
Tuesdays
12.15 – 12.45pm 30-Minute Class
Wednesdays
12.15 – 12.45pm 30-Minute Class
Thursdays
10.30 – 11.30am Meditations for a Happy Life Class
12.15 – 12.45pm 30-Minute Class
7.30 – 9.00pm Meditation Class*
Fridays
12.15 – 12.45pm 30-Minute Class
5.30 – 6.30pm Free your mind on Friday
Saturdays
10.00am – 1.00pm Half-Day Courses
2.30 – 3.45pm Meditation Class
Sundays
10.30am – 11.30am Meditations for a Happy Life Class
*Taught by Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Tharpa
Chanted prayers
No charge, everyone welcome:
Heart Jewel with guided Lamrim meditation
7 – 8pm Fridays
Purification Practice
Vajrasattva Chanted Prayers/35 Confession Buddhas Prostration Practice
(door open from 6.30 but please arrive no later than 6.55 as doors will close at 7)
Tuesdays 7 – 7.40pm
Tara Chanted Prayers
7 – 7.40pm
Wednesday 8th February
Sunday 8th March
Wednesday 8th April
Wishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog
7 – 8pm Saturday 29 March
It is traditional but not essential to bring along a small vegetarian food offering
Offering to the Spiritual Guide
7 – 9pm
Saturday 25 April
It is traditional but not essential to bring along a small vegetarian food offering
Find Lasting Happiness
The purpose of meditation is to make the mind calm and peaceful. If our mind is peaceful we will be free from worries and mental discomfort, and so we will experience true happiness.
