Online Thursday Class

Online Thursday Class

The morning takes place in two halves. In the first half, we will introduce an aspect of Buddhism with an opportunity for discussion. After a short tea break, we explore one of two Buddhist meditations.

Classes are free but your donations are greatly appreciated. Make an online donation here

Meditation

We teach two Buddhist meditation practices: Mindfulness of Breathing, for developing awareness, integration and clarity of mind; and Mettā Bhāvanā (“development of loving kindness”), which brings about a gentle but radical transformation of our emotional world. Each week we alternate between the two practices.

Talks

We introduce traditional teachings of the Buddha in a way that is accessible and practical to everyday life in the modern world. The format is usually a talk, sometimes followed by breaking into smaller groups for discussion.

Click on the link below to join us on Thursday morning.

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Programme

In progress
30 October 2025 — 25 June 2026: 2025 Theme: This Being That Becomes — 2026 Theme: Our Precious Teachers, Our Inspirations

Date Meditation Title Facilitator
30 October 2025 Mettā Bhāvanā Tiratana Vandanā Dharmavartin
6 November Mindfulness of Breathing Rejoicing and ritual to recognise Upekṣhādhī becoming co-chair of MEBC. Āryasāra & Upekṣhādhī
13 November Mettā Bhāvanā Study Series Śraddhādāsa
20 November Mindfulness of Breathing Conditionality summary Vīryanātha
27 November Mettā Bhāvanā Dhammapada Julie
4 December Mindfulness of Breathing Mettā - universal loving kindness Natalie
11 December Mettā Bhāvanā Our Precious Teachers Upekṣhādhī
18 December Mindfulness of Breathing End of Year Reflection Upekṣhādhī/Saraṇālokā
25 December No Class No Class
1 January 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā Sesshin Abhayasakhī
8 January 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing New Year Reflection Upekṣhādhī/Abhayavāṇī
15 January 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā Inspirations 2026 Upekṣhādhī
22 January 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing Study Kṣāntivajra
29 January 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā Study Kṣāntivajra
5 February 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing Study Kṣāntivajra
12 February 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā Study Kṣāntivajra
19 February 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing Buddha's Parinirvana Abhayasakhī
26 February 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā Dhammapada Julie
5 March 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing Suvana Cohousing Project Eric
12 March 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā .
19 March 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing My Teachers Abhayasakhī
26 March 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā My Inspiration Saraṇālokā
2 April 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing My Inspiration Sthiranāga
9 April 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā My Precious Teachers Men's GFR Group
16 April 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing Our Inspirations Women's GFR Group
23 April 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā My Inspiration Abhayavāṇī
30 April 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing My Teachers Dharmavartin
7 May 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā Dhammapada Julie
14 May 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing Buddha's Enlightenment Vīryanātha
21 May 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā What Inspires Me Dharmavartin
28 May 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing Garland of Verse Upekṣhādhī
4 June 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā My Teachers Sthiranāga
11 June 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing Inspiration Śraddhādāsa
18 June 2026 Mettā Bhāvanā .
25 June 2026 Mindfulness of Breathing My Teachers Saraṇālokā
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a Buddhist?

No, the class is suitable for everyone who wants to meditate or learn about Buddhism.

What should I wear?

There are no special requirements, just whatever is comfortable to sit in.

Do I need to book?

No - just turn up!

Is it okay to join in the middle of the series?

Absolutely. Though of course you'll get those most out of the class by attending the whole series, there's no need to wait until the start of the next series if you want to start coming.

Can I just come for the meditation?

Of course, though the meditation we teach is itself a Buddhist teaching.

How much does the class cost?

We don't charge for our classes, and the team are not paid for their time. We simply ask that those who are able to do so make a donation to the centre to help us cover our running costs.

The suggested amount, based on how many people come and how much it costs to run the centre, would be what you would pay for say a Yoga class, but this is not a fixed cost and everyone is equally welcome, even if you cannot give anything at all.

The Team

Abhayasakhī
Julie
Upekṣhādhī