Mosaic design located in the Birmingham Buddhist Centre

Introduction to Buddhism and Meditation

If you are new to either Buddhism or meditation we offer a range of courses which provide an excellent introduction.

Meditation Drop-In Classes

You can drop in any week for a basic introduction to meditation.

  • Tuesdays 7.15 - 9.45pm, £6/£3 Conc.
  • Wednesdays 1 - 2pm, £4/£2 Conc.
  • Thursdays 7.15 - 9:45pm, £6/£3 Conc.


Introduction to Buddhism and Meditation Courses

During these courses beginners will be given a firm grounding in Buddhist meditation, and will be taught the practices of the Mindfulness of Breathing and the Metta Bhavana (the cultivation of loving kindness). The basic ideas of Buddhism will also be introduced during the course.
Cost Per Evening: £6/£3 Conc.

Tuesday evening classes:- 7.15 - 9.45pm

  • 8th April - 22nd April 2008 (3 weeks)
  • 29th April - 10th June 2008 (7 weeks)
  • 24th June - 29th July 2008 (6 weeks)
  • 2nd September - 14th October 2008 (7 weeks)

Thursday evening classes:- 7.15 - 9.45pm

  • 1st May - 12th June 2008 (7 weeks)
  • 26th June - 31st July 2008 (6 weeks)
  • 4th September - 16th October (7 weeks)

Also available on these evenings are Level 2 'Going Deeper' courses which are suitable for those who have completed the 'Introduction to Meditation and Buddhism' Level 1 courses : -

Tuesday evening classes:- 7.15 - 9.45pm

  • Meditation - Form and Formless 8th April - 22nd April 2008 (3 weeks)
  • Ethics 29th April - 10th June 2008 (7 weeks)
  • Meditation 24th June - 29th July 2008 (6 weeks)
  • Wisdom 2nd September - 14th October 2008 (7 weeks)

Thursday evening classes:- 7.15 - 9.45pm

  • Faith 1st May - 12th June 2008 (7 weeks)
  • Energy 26th June - 31st July 2008 (6 weeks)
  • Mindfulness 4th September - 16th October (7 weeks)

Introductory Meditation Days

Each day offers a complete introduction to meditation with a light lunch provided. Saturdays 10am - 4.30pm.

  • 26th April
  • 31st May
  • 28th June
  • 26th July
  • 27th September

    £25 (£12 concession)
    Please send a full payment to the centre to book a place.

     

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    Mosaic design located in the Birmingham Buddhist Centre

    Beginners Courses
    We run introductory courses in meditation and buddhism

    Meditation

    Meditation Mats at the Birmingham Buddhist Centre