Meditation & Buddhism
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Meditation

Introduction to Meditation courses 2008
Our six-week meditation courses introduce two meditation practices - the Mindfulness of Breathing and the Metta Bhavana. Together they help develop relaxed awareness, clarity and compassion. During the six weeks you'll be encouraged to thoroughly explore the essentials and experience the benefits of regular meditation practice. Bookings essential - please print a booking form and return to us with your deposit.

Tuesdays 1pm to 2.45pm
22 April - 27 May
24 June - 29 July
26 August - 30 September
28 October - 2 December
Course cost: $120/$85(low income)
Wednesdays 7pm to 9.15pm
23 April - 28 May
25 June - 30 July
27 August - 1 October
29 October - 3 December
Course cost: $160/$100(low income)

Drop-in meditation classes 2008
These classes provide a quick introduction to the practices we teach so you can decide whether you'd like to do a full course.
Entry by koha/dana.
Any Tuesday afternoon, 1pm, that a course is not running - see dates above
Any Wednesday night 7pm, that a course is not running - see dates above
One-to-one introductory sessions also available some weekdays by appointment. Contact us.

Saturday morning meditations
These popular Saturday morning sessions are open to anyone with some meditation experience who wishes to practise in the company of others. Just  drop in. Entry by koha/dana.
10 to 11am meditation with Shraddhavira
11.15 to 12.15pm Anapanasati meditation with Matisvara

Tuesday morning meditation 9.30am
A meditation session followed by a Dharma discussion group led by an experienced Order member. Entry by koha/dana.

Buddhism

Friends Night 7-9pm.
Meet with like-minded people to explore essential dharma for daily life and as a foundation for further study. The evenings start with a meditation. No need to book, just come along.
Entry by koha/dana.

Dharma Focus
Monthly Saturday afternoon sessions with a focus on Dharma. 1pm to 4pm. Suitable for those with some experience. Entry by koha/dana.
2008: the first Saturday in the month - 5 April, 3 May, 7 June, 5 July, 2 Aug, 6 Sept, 4 Oct,1 Nov, 6 Dec.