These are the subjects for our regular Wednesday evening meetings. See Meditation classes in 2026 and Introduction to Buddhism classes in 2026 for our introductory classes. We will be starting a series on the steps of the Eightfold Path, the core practice of Buddhism.
07 Jan Closed 14 Jan Dedication ceremony and planning 21 Jan Practice discussion 28 Jan Sutta – grounds for laziness and energy
04 Feb Introduction to meditation 11 Feb The Eightfold path: Understanding 18 Feb Practice discussion 25 Feb Puja
04 Mar Eightfold Path: Intention 11 Mar Eightfold Path: Speech 18 Mar Practice discussion 25 Mar Puja
This class from the Aberdeen Buddhist Group covers the core concepts of Buddhism in simple language, rooted in everyday experience. It presents a path that can be tested in your own life, without requiring blind faith in any of its teachings.
The venue is the Love Yoga studio at 42 Union Terrace. Payment is by donation – we ask for a contribution to the cost of the venue, but the amount is up to you. Please email aberdeenbuddhistgroup@yahoo.co.uk or call/text 07526 668758 to let us know if you are interested in coming.
Dates Saturday 14th February 14:00-16:00 Sunday 29th March 14:00-16:00 Sunday 3rd May 14:00-16:00 Saturday 27th June 14:00-16:00
These classes are suitable for complete beginners. They will cover ways to sit comfortably for meditation, what mindfulness really is, why we meditate and how to start. All classes are at the Love Yoga Studio at 42 Union Terrace. There is no need to bring anything except your mind and body.
Dates Sunday 1st February 14:00-16:30 Wednesday 4th February 19:30-21:00 Sunday 1st March 14:00-16:30 Wednesday 1st April 19:30-21:00 Sunday 5th April 14:00-16:30 Saturday 9th May 14:00-16:30 Saturday 13th June 14:00-16:30
Payment is by donation – we ask for a contribution to the cost of the venue, but the amount is up to you. Please email aberdeenbuddhistgroup@yahoo.co.uk or call/text 07526 668758 to let us know if you are interested in coming.
Advanced classes and retreats
For these classes you need to have some experience of meditation already.
Sunday 22nd February 14:00-16:00 The Brahma vihara meditations
This set of meditations looks at how we can maintain a kind, constructive attitude in different situations and with different people. The talk will introduce the meditations as a whole and we will practice the first meditation in the set, the metta bhavana or cultivation of goodwill. To come to this class you need to have attended one of our Introduction to meditation classes or already be familiar with mindfulness meditation.
Saturday 18th April 13:30-17:30 Day retreat
This is for people who are familiar with at least the mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana meditations. Based on theĀnāpānasati Sutta, we will look at how to link different meditations together and maintain a meditative focus for longer to achieve deeper states.
We have a range of days, times and formats for meditation classes over the rest of the year, so hopefully there is something to suit everyone.
The two-part classes in September/October and November introduce a key meditation each afternoon. The first will look at mindfulness – what it really is and how to use it. The second introduces the metta bhavana meditation, used for building goodwill and emotional stability. The slightly longer weekend sessions cover all the essentials in one class. The Introduction to Buddhism looks at the philosophy that underpins and guides a meditation practice.
These classes will give you everything you need to come to our regular Wednesday evening meeting or to more advanced classes that we plan to run next year.
Wed 24 September 15:30 – 17:30 Introduction to mindfulness meditation Wed 8 October 15:30 – 17:30 Meditation for kindness and happiness
Sun 19 October 14:00 – 16:30 Introduction to meditation
Fri 7 November 15:30 – 17:30 Introduction to mindfulness of breathing Fri 14 November 15:30 – 17:30 Meditation for kindness and happiness
Sun 16 November 14:00 – 16:00 Introduction to Buddhism
Sat 13 December 14:00 – 16:30 Introduction to meditation
All classes are at Love Yoga, 42 Union Terrace, Aberdeen. Cost is by donation – you choose how much to contribute. For any questions or to let us know that you plan to come, see the Contact page.
03 September Meditation meeting 10 September The Wave by Freya 17 September Practice discussion 24 September Puja
01 October Introduction to meditation 1 08 October Introduction to meditation 2 15 October Practice discussion 22 October Puja 29 October The Sedaka Sutta – On Balance
05 November Remembrance Puja – remembering those who have passed away 12 November Tonglen – a Tibetan visualisation of healing – led by Ruth 19 November Practice discussion 26 November Sutta talk
All Wednesday meetings are from 7:30 to 9:00 pm at Love Yoga, 42 Union Terrace.
We will continue to meet over the summer, but due to holidays and other commitments many meetings will not have a talk – we will simply meet to meditate together and catch up. Talks and courses will begin again in September.
04 June Meditation meeting 11 June Right Speech by Alan 18 June Practice discussion 25 June Meeting led by David
02 July Meditation meeting 09 July Practice discussion 16 July Talk by Alan 23 July Meditation meeting 30 July Meditation meeting
06 August Meditation meeting 13 August Meditation meeting 20 August Meditation meeting 27 August Planning meeting
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