What to Expect at a Course

Our half day, day and weekend courses are for everyone who is interested in learning how to meditate, regardless of background or beliefs, and for those who would like to delve deeper into Buddhist practice. Our half day courses are designed to look at how we can integrate Buddha’s teaching into our life to solve our daily problems and difficulties. Every class includes a chance to practise meditation. No prior experience, special equipment or special clothes are necessary for our courses – just come as you are.

Half Day Courses
Generally run from 1 – 4 pm with two session that are 1 hour and 15 minutes each with a 30 minute break in between.

Day Courses
Generally run from 10 – 4pm with three sessions. There is generally a longer break for lunch. Students are invited to bring a lunch to the centre or to pick up lunch at many of the restaurants nearby.

What to expect in a course

Session One

Our half day and day courses are divided into sessions with breaks in-between. The first session begins with a guided breathing meditation for about 10 or 15 minutes followed by a 45 minute teaching and meditation.

Break

There is at least a half hour break between sessions. There are refreshments available and a time to have a Dharma chat – an opportunity to ask questions outside of the class. It is also an opportunity to go outside – perhaps talk a walk along the Speed River – and get some fresh air before the next session.

Session Two

The second session includes a teaching and meditation with time for question and answers.

Day Courses: Session Three

Our day courses have three session rather than two. The third session of the day course includes teaching, meditation and time for question and answer.