Shantideva Buddhist centre


meditation in the Thames Valley

Weekly meditation classes in: Basingstoke, Farnham, High Wycombe, Maidenhead, Oxford, Reading, Wallingford and Windsor.

Shantideva Centre provides meditation classes throughout the Thames Valley. Everyone is welcome to attend these drop in sessions - an ideal starting point for those new to meditation, or an opportunity for those who have some experience to gain a fresh perspective.

"If we train in meditation our mind will gradually become more and more peaceful, and we shall experience a purer and purer form of happiness."

– Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

meditation day courses & events at Shantideva Centre:

Spend a day in the relaxing environment of Shantideva Centre and be inspired by the teachings and guided meditations. Meet friends and enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch.

Lamrim Retreat January 11th—24th

Meditations on the stages of the path, as presented by Venerable Atisha. On retreat we try to stop or reduce our ordinary activities in order to focus on our spiritual training; and in this way we deepen our experience of Dharma. You can join us for the whole retreat, a couple of days or even just a couple of sessions!
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Learn to Meditate Saturday February 27th, 10:00am—1:00pm

Inspiring half-day courses and retreats introducing meditation, the mind and building a daily practice. Take the opportunity to gain some experience of meditation and learn how to develop a peaceful mind.
Attend a half-day course to learn how to meditate and attend a day retreat to get some personal experience of settling the mind and enjoying meditation’s benefits.
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Day course booking information:
10.00am—5.00pm Course fee: £25 - including lunch and refreshments.
10.00am—1.00pm Course fee: £10 - including refreshments.

Please book in advance for these courses by sending a deposit of £10 with your name, address and telephone number and stating which course you wish to attend to: Shantideva Centre, 9 Bath Rd, Reading RGI 6HH For more information please call 01189 599133 or simply send your details .


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Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
meditation master & author

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