Introductory classes

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 the Ānāpānasati Sutta, we will look at how to link different meditations together and maintain a meditative focus for longer to achieve deeper states.

These classes are also in the Love Yoga studio.