Drop-in Meditation Classes
These weekly meditation classes consist of guided meditations and a talk on Buddhas teachings to provide us with practical advice to for a happy and meaningful life. Classes are self-contained so you can drop-in to any week. Everyone is welcome - these classes are suitable for beginners.
Drop-in Meditation Classes
Denby Dale Library
Tuesdays 7.30pm
Denby Dale Library
with meditation teacher – Jim Sheriden
Drop-in Meditation Classes
Denby Dale Meditation Class
Tuesdays 7.30pm
16th April – 14th May
21st May – 25th June
Drop-in Meditation Classes
Holmfirth: the Civic
Tuesday evenings 7.15pm-8.30pm
The Civic, Huddersfield Rd, Holmfirth,
HD9 3AS
Drop-in Meditation Classes
Horbury: Methodist Church
Thursdays 7.15pm
Horbury Methodist Church
with meditation teacher Andy Torrington
Drop-in Meditation Classes
Slaithwaite: Community Centre
Wednesday 7.30pm -8.45pm
Slaithwaite Community Centre,
Bank Gate, Slaithwaite, HD7 5DL
with Meditation Teacher Annie Dexter
Drop-in Meditation Classes
Vajrapani Centre, Huddersfield
Tuesdays 7.30pm & Thursdays 11am
with resident teacher – Gen Varahi.
Attend on a Tuesday or Thursday, they follow the same course.
Drop-in Meditation Classes
Dissolving Difficulties with Wisdom
Tuesdays 7.30pm
4th Jun – 25th Jun
Thursdays 11am
6th Jun – 27th Jun
Drop-in Meditation Classes
Who Do You Think You Are?
Tuesdays 7.30pm
7th May – 21st May
Thursdays 11am
9th May – 23rd May
- Our classes consist of guided meditations and a talk covering a different aspect of meditation & positive thinking, offering practical advice from the Buddha’s teachings for a happy and meaningful life.
- You’re welcome to drop-in to weekly classes or pre-book for a whole series.
- You can join the weekly classes at any time, you don’t have to wait for the start of a series.
- Please book in advance for Weekend Courses & other events online or by phone.
- Classes are suitable for everyone.
- Even a simple breathing meditation practise can bring many benefits
- When our mind is calmed by focusing on the breath we will feel refreshed and experience some mental peace and calm.
- Through this practise we can develop an inner happiness and contentment.
- This inner peace can reduce the stress and tension that we normally experience in our life.
- We will find difficult situations easier to deal with and we can even improve our relationships with friends and family.
- You don’t have to be a Buddhist to practise and benefit from meditation. Everybody is welcome to join a class at any time.
Why is there a charge for the classes?
We are a registered charity run entirely by volunteers, and not for profit. The funds we receive are used to pay for our venues, operating expenses and maintenance of the centre building. Although there is a charge for the classes we want to make them accessible to all, so If you are struggling with the cost of classes or courses, please speak to us about that, no one will ever be turned away for lack of funds.
Do I have to book online?
Please try to book online for weekend courses and other events. For weekly classes booking online is useful, but you can just turn up and pay on the door. You can also get a discount on all our weekly meditation classes by buying a Series Ticket online.
Do I have to wait for the next series of classes to begin?
No, please feel free to drop in whenever you like. Attending the entire series of classes is highly beneficial, as each class builds on the next. However, each class is taught in such a way that if you only attend one class, you will derive benefit from it.
Will I have to sit on the floor?
Although some classes do have the option to sit on the floor, there are always chairs available. However, If there is a special reason why you need to sit on the floor please let us know and we can reserve a mat for you.
What should I wear?
There are no dress requirements, please wear whatever you feel comfortable in.
We do ask that you remove your shoes when entering the meditation room.
What if I am not religious or practice a religion other than Buddhism?
Everyone is welcome to attend. Anyone can learn basic meditation and experience the benefits. Buddhism is a non-evangelical religion. Buddhists respect all people and are happy to help anyone regardless of whether they subscribe to another faith or to none. We make Buddhas teachings available to everyone with the belief that they are practical methods to solve daily problems.
I have never meditated before, are these classes suitable for me?
Yes, classes are open to everyone regardless of experience. Instructions on how to do the meditations are provided by the teacher who will also guide you through the meditation. If you do struggle with the meditation you can always just sit there and relax for a while!
When the turbulence of distracting thoughts subsides and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within.
