What Happens in a Meditation Class?

No unusual clothing is required, and seating is on chairs in clean quiet rooms hired especially for the purpose.

Usually the class begins with a guided relaxation meditation. There is then a 20 minute teaching on the chosen topic of the evening. All the teachings are based on Venerable Geshe Kelsang's books and instructions. The teachers have transmissions and blessings of the instructions through attending the Foundation Programme and putting the teachings into practice.

After the teaching there will be another short guided meditation based on some of the topics covered, followed by friendly and informal discussion in small groups. People are encouraged to take part but if they wish they can just listen. The more that people in the class ask questions and discuss, the more everyone gets out of the lesson.

There is a facility fee of £4.50 for classes. This is to cover the hire of venues, publicity and to pay for travelling costs. No teacher or class assistant receives any payment for giving these classes.