basic Buddhism weekend retreats
These special courses are designed to introduce the basic teachings and practices of Buddhism, focussing on topics such as "What is the mind?", "What is karma", "What happens after we die?" and "What is the most meaningful use of our human life?" A popular course for beginners, the weekend includes talks, guided meditations, discussion, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions, as well as healthy eating, countryside walks (weather permitting!) and plenty of time just to sit back and relax.
The course is led by experienced Buddhist Teachers, who can answer any questions you may have and explain Buddhist view and practice from a practical point of view, relevant to our busy modern lives. Everyone is welcome to attend and enjoy these relaxing and thought-provoking weekend courses. See below for our programme of upcoming courses; please call to book on +44 (0)1283 732338, or email us to book, or for more information.
timetable
Friday
6.30pm - Supper
8pm - Introductory talk
Saturday
8am - 9am - Breakfast
9am - 10.30am - First Session
11.30am - 1pm - Second Session
1pm - Lunch
2pm - Meditation Room Talk
4:30pm - 6pm - Third Session
6pm - Supper
7:30pm - Introduction to chanted prayers
Sunday
8am - 9am - Breakfast
9am - 10.30am - Fourth Session
11.30am - 1pm - Fifth Session
1pm - Lunch
cost
- Single room: £110
- Single room en-suite: £120
- Twin room: £100 (per person)
- Twin room en-suite: £110 (per person)
- Shared: £80 (available for phone bookings only)
- Dormitory: £70
- Camping: £60 (camping available April to October only)
- No accommodation (course only): £40
course dates 2010
- 11th – 13th June - Book online
For more details please contact us.
If you want to find out more after the course, there are several books suitable for beginners available in the Shop, and continuing evening classes around the area teaching Buddhism and meditation. And if you've enjoyed one of our Basic Buddhism courses, or you'd like to find out more specifically about meditation, why not check out our other regular courses for beginners, Learn to Meditate workshops?