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Weekly in-person classes

You don't need to book, just turn up

LunchtimeMeditation | Monday to Saturday | 1–2pm
Monday Night Dharma | 7.15–9.30pm
Tuesday Night Meditation | 7.15–9.15pm
Wednesday Morning Dharma| 10.30–12.30pm
Wednesday Mantra Chanting | 5.30–6.30pm
Wednesday Night Meditation | 7.15–9.30pm
Thursday Night Meditation & In Conversation| 7.15–9.15pm
Friday Night Story-telling and Ritual | 7.15–9.30pm
Saturday Meditation | 10.30am–12.15pm and 1–2pm

Weekly in-person classes

You don't need to book, just turn up

Lunchtime Meditation | Mon to Sat
1–2pm
Monday Night Dharma | 7.15–9.30pm
Tuesday Night Meditation | 7.15–9.15pm
Wednesday Morning Dharma | 10.30–12.30pm
Wednesday Night Meditation | 7.15–9.30pm
Thursday Night Meditation & In Conversation
7.15–9.15pm
Friday Night Story-telling and Ritual | 7.15–9.30pm
Saturday Meditation
10.30am–12.15pm and 1–2pm

Urban Retreat

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Sat 16 Sep - Sat 23 Sep

Be on retreat in the midst of your life

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Introduction to Buddhism & Meditation

This six-week course will introduce you to key Buddhist principles and two meditation practices that cultivate self-awareness, open-heartedness and insight. Ideal for understanding the wider context and purpose of Buddhist practice.
£140 Full /£85 Conc
In person, book online.
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
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Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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Buddhism & Meditation Weekend

Curious about retreats? This introductory weekend is an ideal first taste. Break out of your routine and spend two days learning transformative practices, connecting with others, and enjoying the beautiful Suffolk countryside.
£244 full | £188 conc
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IGNITE Friday Class

Join others aged 18–25 years old for an evening of meditation, connecting, and reflecting on what is most valuable in life. Tea and cake until 10.30pm.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
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Friday Night Class

For the Benefit of All Beings

Five consecutive Friday evenings exploring the main archetypal Bodhisattva figures of the Triratna Buddhist Community. Come for meditation, ritual, and to hear about these heroic figures who have vowed to gain Enlightenment for the sake of all that lives.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Morning Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£12
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Saturday Morning Class

Drop in and visit us in Bethnal Green to either learn to meditate from scratch or join the regulars to take your practice deeper.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£12
More info
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Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Drop in and visit us in Bethnal Green to either learn to meditate from scratch or join the regulars to take your practice deeper.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Oct

Eight Step Recovery Group For Men

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Is Renunciation Dead?

Pan-London Men’s Event

On this greater London men's event, Order Members from the LBC, North London, West London, Brixton and Croydon will be discussing if renunciation is dead as a force within Buddhist practise. 
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Buddhism & Deep Ecology Day

Join us for a day retreat exploring our connection with the natural world through Dharma practice. Expect sound meditation, guided meditation, ritual, poetry, music, talks and sharing.
Free (suggested donation £40).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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21 Oct
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21 Oct
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21 Oct
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Oct

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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21 Oct
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21 Oct
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21 Oct
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Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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21 Oct
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21 Oct
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Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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21 Oct
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21 Oct
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21 Oct
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Oct

Eight Step Recovery Group

Open to all

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative to 12 step recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous. The Eight Step program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Stress Busters: Resilience Training

Online Workshop with Breathing Space

Drop in for a 90-minute session where we will explore how to meet challenges with courage, and be equipped with helpful tools to manage anxiety and stress.
£15 full / £12 conc
More info
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Welcoming Back a New Order Member

During Dharma Night

Ordination is a highly significant aspect of the Dharma life which has the potential to transform the lives of many. In this celebratory and devotional evening, we will welcome back ex-Annie Gogarty from her recent ordination retreat. She will share what it means to her to join the Triratna Buddhist Order. In person and on YouTube. Free (with donations welcome).
Free (with donations welcome).
In person and online.
More info
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22 Oct
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22 Oct
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
Free - class being filmed for promotional purposes
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22 Oct
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22 Oct
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Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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22 Oct
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Volunteering Session

Come along after the lunchtime class to work alongside the Caretakers in looking after the fabric of the centre. A wonderful way to give back, and contribute practically to the LBC!
In person, just turn up.
More info
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22 Oct
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Tuesday Night Meditation Class

You can either learn to meditate from scratch and develop the foundations for a daily practice or join the regulars to build on what you know and discover how to apply Wisdom reflections in meditation.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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23 Oct
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Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and practice. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a creche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person and online.
More info
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23 Oct
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23 Oct
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23 Oct
23
Oct

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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23 Oct
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23 Oct
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23 Oct
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Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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23 Oct
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Oct

Evening Yoga class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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23 Oct
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Mantra Chanting

Here's a chance to chant a few different Buddhist mantras in a group as a way to going deeper in one's experience.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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23 Oct
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Wednesday Night Meditation

Our weekly Wednesday class gives you the chance to learn fresh approaches to meditation, try them out and ask questions to experienced meditators.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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24 Oct
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24 Oct
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24 Oct
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Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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24 Oct
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24 Oct
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24 Oct
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Oct

Eight Step Recovery Group For Men

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Deepen your Yoga Practice

Led by Tara and Ruth

In this six-week course we'll be deepening our understanding of postures and taking time to explore elements of yoga that are beyond the scope of most drop-in classes, such as wheel, shoulderstand, headstand, arm balances, binds and more. This course is suitable for anyone familiar with the basics of yoga.
£130 full / £85 conc
In person, book online.
More info
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24 Oct
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Living with Kindness: The Buddha’s Teaching on Mettā

In the Karaniya Metta Sutta, the Buddha teaches us how to both radiate love to a suffering world and to eradicate ill will and hatred from within ourselves. We hope you can join the Thursday evening class as we explore this core Buddhist teaching. We will be guided by Sangharakshita's Living with Kindness: our own teacher's commentary on this key text. With Manjusiha, Sudurjaya, Dharmavartin, Danadhara and friends.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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25 Oct
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25 Oct
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Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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25 Oct
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25 Oct
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25 Oct
25
Oct

Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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25 Oct
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25
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People of Colour Weekend

A weekend for People of Colour to come together, meditate, and be inspired by the Buddha’s teaching. These are special opportunities to connect with others, with space for discussion and reflection on Buddhist teachings.
£244 full | £122 conc
More info
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Friday Night Class

End the week in person at the LBC with an inspiring evening of meditation, tale-telling and ritual. For anyone who is familiar with the basics of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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26 Oct
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Morning Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£12
More info
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26 Oct
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Saturday Morning Class

Drop in and visit us in Bethnal Green to either learn to meditate from scratch or join the regulars to take your practice deeper.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Lunchtime Meditation Class

Drop in and visit us in Bethnal Green to either learn to meditate from scratch or join the regulars to take your practice deeper.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Mindful Movement workshop

Led by Tara

Have you ever wanted to be able to move more freely? In this class we playfully explore movement using our imagination. In a friendly atmosphere, we'll cultivate a kindly awareness of the body in motion. Movement will be inspired by tai chi, yoga, and free form contemporary dance.
£25 full / £18 conc
In person, book online.
More info
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[Cancelled] Eight Step Recovery Group For Men

Unfortunately this course has had to be cancelled. The Eight Step Recovery group will recommence as usual the following week. Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Opening to Freedom and Joy: An Exploration of Conditionality

Led by Sagaraghosa

Conditionality is at the core of the Buddha’s teachings. On this day we shall explore how this teaching is relevant to our lives today.
Free (suggested donation £40).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Buddhist Sunday School

Encouraging and developing children's mindfulness and kindness through Buddhist teaching, practice, storytelling and crafts.
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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28 Oct
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Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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28 Oct
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Eight Step Recovery Group

Open to all

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative to 12 step recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous. The Eight Step program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Dharma Night

Our Dharma Night class explores aspects of the Buddhist vision, drawing on two and a half thousand years of teachings to find practical application in the modern world. Join us for an evening of meditation, discussion and Dharma teaching.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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29
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Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Volunteering Session

Come along after the lunchtime class to work alongside the Caretakers in looking after the fabric of the centre. A wonderful way to give back, and contribute practically to the LBC!
In person, just turn up.
More info
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29 Oct
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Tue
29 Oct
29
Oct

Tuesday Night Meditation Class

You can either learn to meditate from scratch and develop the foundations for a daily practice or join the regulars to build on what you know and discover how to apply Wisdom reflections in meditation.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Wed
30
Oct
30 Oct
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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Wed
30 Oct
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Wed
30 Oct
30
Oct

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and practice. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a creche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person and online.
More info
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Wed
30
Oct
30 Oct
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Wed
30 Oct
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Wed
30 Oct
30
Oct

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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Wed
30
Oct
30 Oct
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Wed
30 Oct
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Wed
30 Oct
30
Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Wed
30
Oct
30 Oct
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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Wed
30 Oct
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Wed
30 Oct
30
Oct

Mantra Chanting

Here's a chance to chant a few different Buddhist mantras in a group as a way to going deeper in one's experience.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Wed
30
Oct
30 Oct
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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Wed
30 Oct
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Wed
30 Oct
30
Oct

Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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Wed
30
Oct
30 Oct
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Wed
30 Oct
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Wed
30 Oct
30
Oct

Remembering Bhante

Urgyen Sangharakshita, the founder of the Triratna Buddhist Community, died six years ago on this day. His friend and disciple Maitreyabandhu will host a special evening of stories and a ritual to honour the dead. We will celebrate different aspects of Sangharakshita’s life and friendships, and explore why he was relevant to us.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person and online.
More info
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Wed
30
Oct
30 Oct
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Wed
30 Oct
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Wed
30 Oct
30
Oct

Wednesday Night Meditation

Our weekly Wednesday class gives you the chance to learn fresh approaches to meditation, try them out and ask questions to experienced meditators.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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Thu
31
Oct
31 Oct
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Thu
31 Oct
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Thu
31 Oct
31
Oct

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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Thu
31
Oct
31 Oct
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Thu
31 Oct
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Thu
31 Oct
31
Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Thu
31
Oct
31 Oct
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5:00 pm
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6:30 pm
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Thu
31 Oct
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Thu
31 Oct
31
Oct

Eight Step Recovery Group For Men

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Thu
31
Oct
31 Oct
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7:15 pm
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9:15 pm
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Thu
31 Oct
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Thu
31 Oct
31
Oct

Living with Kindness: The Buddha’s Teaching on Mettā

In the Karaniya Metta Sutta, the Buddha teaches us how to both radiate love to a suffering world and to eradicate ill will and hatred from within ourselves. We hope you can join the Thursday evening class as we explore this core Buddhist teaching. We will be guided by Sangharakshita's Living with Kindness: our own teacher's commentary on this key text. With Manjusiha, Sudurjaya, Dharmavartin, Danadhara and friends.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Fri
01
Nov
1 Nov
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Fri
1 Nov
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Fri
1 Nov
01
Nov

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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Fri
01
Nov
1 Nov
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Fri
1 Nov
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Fri
1 Nov
01
Nov

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Fri
01
Nov
1 Nov
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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Fri
1 Nov
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Fri
1 Nov
01
Nov

Evening Restorative Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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Fri
01
Nov
1 Nov
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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Fri
1 Nov
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Fri
1 Nov
01
Nov

IGNITE Friday Class

Join others aged 18–25 years old for an evening of meditation, connecting, and reflecting on what is most valuable in life. Tea and cake until 10.30pm.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Fri
01
Nov
1 Nov
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Fri
1 Nov
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Fri
1 Nov
01
Nov

Friday Night Class

End the week in person at the LBC with an inspiring evening of meditation, tale-telling and ritual. For anyone who is familiar with the basics of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Sat
02
Nov
2 Nov
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10:30 am
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12:15 pm
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Sat
2 Nov
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Sat
2 Nov
02
Nov

Saturday Morning Class

Drop in and visit us in Bethnal Green to either learn to meditate from scratch or join the regulars to take your practice deeper.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Sat
02
Nov
2 Nov
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11:30 am
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12:45 pm
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Sat
2 Nov
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Sat
2 Nov
02
Nov

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£12
More info
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Sat
02
Nov
2 Nov
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Sat
2 Nov
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Sat
2 Nov
02
Nov

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Drop in and visit us in Bethnal Green to either learn to meditate from scratch or join the regulars to take your practice deeper.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Sat
02
Nov
2 Nov
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3:00 pm
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4:30 pm
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Sat
2 Nov
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Sat
2 Nov
02
Nov

Eight Step Recovery Group For Men

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Sun
03
Nov
3 Nov
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3:00 pm
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5:00 pm
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Sun
3 Nov
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Sun
3 Nov
03
Nov

Restorative Yoga Afternoon

Led by Sraddhagita

Autumn is the time to turn inwards, rest and restore. During this afternoon, we'll do a combination of restorative yoga, yoga nidra and meditation deepening into more release and rejuvenation in the body and mind.
£25 Full /£18 Conc
In person, book online.
More info
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Mon
04
Nov
4 Nov
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7:30 am
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8:30 am
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Mon
4 Nov
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Fri
8 Nov
04
Nov

Online Morning Meditation

Start the day by tuning in to the LBC from home. A week-long series at the start of every month to enhance your daily practice. With a sequence of meditation teachings and the opportunity to ask questions.
Free (with donations welcome).
Online only.
More info
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Mon
04
Nov
4 Nov
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Mon
4 Nov
-
Mon
4 Nov
04
Nov

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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Mon
04
Nov
4 Nov
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Mon
4 Nov
-
Mon
4 Nov
04
Nov

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Mon
04
Nov
4 Nov
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5:30 pm
-
6:30 pm
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Mon
4 Nov
-
Mon
4 Nov
04
Nov

Eight Step Recovery Group

Open to all

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative to 12 step recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous. The Eight Step program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Mon
04
Nov
4 Nov
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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Mon
4 Nov
-
Mon
4 Nov
04
Nov

Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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Mon
04
Nov
4 Nov
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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Mon
4 Nov
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Mon
9 Dec
04
Nov

Introduction to Buddhism & Meditation

This six-week course will introduce you to key Buddhist principles and two meditation practices that cultivate self-awareness, open-heartedness and insight. Ideal for understanding the wider context and purpose of Buddhist practice.
£140 Full /£85 Conc
In person, book online.
More info
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Mon
04
Nov
4 Nov
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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Mon
4 Nov
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Mon
4 Nov
04
Nov

Dharma Night

Our Dharma Night class explores aspects of the Buddhist vision, drawing on two and a half thousand years of teachings to find practical application in the modern world. Join us for an evening of meditation, discussion and Dharma teaching.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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Tue
05
Nov
5 Nov
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7:30 am
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8:30 am
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Tue
5 Nov
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Tue
5 Nov
05
Nov

Online Morning Meditation

Start the day by tuning in to the LBC from home. A week-long series at the start of every month to enhance your daily practice. With a sequence of meditation teachings and the opportunity to ask questions.
Free (with donations welcome).
Online only.
More info
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Tue
05
Nov
5 Nov
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Tue
5 Nov
-
Tue
5 Nov
05
Nov

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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Tue
05
Nov
5 Nov
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Tue
5 Nov
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Tue
5 Nov
05
Nov

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Tue
05
Nov
5 Nov
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2:15 pm
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3:00 pm
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Tue
5 Nov
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Tue
5 Nov
05
Nov

Volunteering Session

Come along after the lunchtime class to work alongside the Caretakers in looking after the fabric of the centre. A wonderful way to give back, and contribute practically to the LBC!
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Tue
05
Nov
5 Nov
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Tue
5 Nov
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Tue
10 Dec
05
Nov

Gateways to Liberation

A practical course on the Buddha's Wisdom Teachings

This course provides a concise view of the Buddhist threefold path of ethics, meditation and wisdom. A direct and practical journey including everything from our daily actions to deep reflection on the nature of existence via the teaching of the three laksanas.
£125 full / £80 conc
In person, book online.
More info
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Tue
05
Nov
5 Nov
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Tue
5 Nov
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Tue
5 Nov
05
Nov

Tuesday Night Meditation Class

You can either learn to meditate from scratch and develop the foundations for a daily practice or join the regulars to build on what you know and discover how to apply Wisdom reflections in meditation.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Wed
06
Nov
6 Nov
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7:30 am
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8:30 am
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Wed
6 Nov
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Wed
6 Nov
06
Nov

Online Morning Meditation

Start the day by tuning in to the LBC from home. A week-long series at the start of every month to enhance your daily practice. With a sequence of meditation teachings and the opportunity to ask questions.
Free (with donations welcome).
Online only.
More info
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Wed
06
Nov
6 Nov
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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Wed
6 Nov
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Wed
6 Nov
06
Nov

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and practice. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a creche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person and online.
More info
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Wed
06
Nov
6 Nov
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Wed
6 Nov
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Wed
6 Nov
06
Nov

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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Wed
06
Nov
6 Nov
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Wed
6 Nov
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Wed
6 Nov
06
Nov

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Wed
06
Nov
6 Nov
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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Wed
6 Nov
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Wed
6 Nov
06
Nov

Mantra Chanting

Here's a chance to chant a few different Buddhist mantras in a group as a way to going deeper in one's experience.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Wed
06
Nov
6 Nov
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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Wed
6 Nov
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Wed
6 Nov
06
Nov

Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£10
More info
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Wed
06
Nov
6 Nov
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7:15 pm
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Wed
6 Nov
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Wed
6 Nov
06
Nov

Wednesday Night Meditation

Our weekly Wednesday class gives you the chance to learn fresh approaches to meditation, try them out and ask questions to experienced meditators.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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Thu
07
Nov
7 Nov
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7:30 am
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8:30 am
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Thu
7 Nov
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Thu
7 Nov
07
Nov

Online Morning Meditation

Start the day by tuning in to the LBC from home. A week-long series at the start of every month to enhance your daily practice. With a sequence of meditation teachings and the opportunity to ask questions.
Free (with donations welcome).
Online only.
More info
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07
Nov
7 Nov
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12:00 pm
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Thu
7 Nov
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Thu
7 Nov
07
Nov

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£8
More info
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07
Nov
7 Nov
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Thu
7 Nov
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Thu
7 Nov
07
Nov

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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07
Nov
7 Nov
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7 Nov
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Thu
7 Nov
07
Nov

Eight Step Recovery Group For Men

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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07
Nov
7 Nov
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7 Nov
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7 Nov
07
Nov

Living with Kindness: The Buddha’s Teaching on Mettā

In the Karaniya Metta Sutta, the Buddha teaches us how to both radiate love to a suffering world and to eradicate ill will and hatred from within ourselves. We hope you can join the Thursday evening class as we explore this core Buddhist teaching. We will be guided by Sangharakshita's Living with Kindness: our own teacher's commentary on this key text. With Manjusiha, Sudurjaya, Dharmavartin, Danadhara and friends.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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