Weekly Classes
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Buddhist Meditation
Tuesday 7:15-9.30PM
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Lunchtime Meditation
Monday - Friday 1 - 2pm
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Buddhism & Meditation
Saturday 10:30am - 12:30pm
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Daytime Dharma Class
Wednesday 11.45am-12.45pm
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Meditation & Ritual
Friday 6.45 - 9pm
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Volunteering Sessions
Wed 10.30 - 11.30am & Fri 3 - 5pm
Other Upcoming Events:
Women Elders group
If you are a woman of 65 or older interested in Buddhism and meditation, you are welcome to attend a friendly regular group at the Centre.
2.30 - 4.30pm
IN-PERSON: Death Conversation Café | Facilitated by Padmamati & Ita
Death Conversation Café provides an intimate, safe space to talk about any matters to do with death and dying in a supportive, non-sectarian setting.
2 - 4pm
Transforming Anger with Non-Violent Communication - Day Workshop
Enhance your life with a day practising transforming anger, either our own or other people’s using the principles of Non-Violent Communication.
10am - 5pm
Early morning online meditation & Dharma for men
A monthly week of online morning meditation and Buddhism. Suitable for those who have learned meditation.
6.30 - 7.30am
Buddhism & Meditation | The Greater Mandala Led by Ratnaprabha & Maitrishura
5-week course
Buddhism not only offers a way out of suffering but opens up a path to beauty and spaciousness that moves us into more appreciative and non-grasping ways of experiencing our world.
7 - 9.30pm
Saturday Keynote Talk: A Circle of Buddhas with Ratnaprabha
From February to July we will be discussing the Five Buddha Mandala, join for the day and hear more about them.
10.30am - 12.30pm
Monthly Class for Women+
Do try our monthly women’s class –an opportunity to meditate, explore, and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm
Parinirvana Day Festival
Join us for our annual Parinirvana Day Festival, honouring the death of the Buddha.
Suitable for Newcomers/Intermediates/Regulars.
11.30am - 5pm
Gong Bath
Immerse yourself in sound. Sound baths are a growing form of sound healing meditation, where participants relax and absorb the vibrations of instruments like singing bowls.
5 - 6.15pm
Mantra Chanting | with Satyaghosha
Over the course of the hour we'll have the chance to chant several different mantras, with short periods of meditation in between.
1 - 2pm
Women Elders group
If you are a woman of 65 or older interested in Buddhism and meditation, you are welcome to attend a friendly regular group at the North London Buddhist Centre.
2.30 - 4.30pm
Young People’s Class: The Buddha’s Five Faculties
Come along to our monthly night of uplifting and engaging collective practice. You'll discover meditation, meet new friends, and learn from ancient Buddhist teachings presented in a way that is fresh and relevant to your life. Open to everyone under 35.
7.15 - 9.30pm (come at 6.45pm for snacks and chat)
IN-PERSON: Death Conversation Café | Facilitated by Padmamati & Ita
Death Conversation Café provides an intimate, safe space to talk about any matters to do with death and dying in a supportive, non-sectarian setting.
2 - 4pm
Men's Quarterly Gathering | with guest Arthasiddhi
Special guest interview and Q&A.
10am - 1pm with a shared lunch afterwards until 2pm.
Early morning online meditation & Dharma for men
Inspirational Buddhist reading followed by 40 minute open period of meditation - no leading, just a bell at the beginning and at the end.
6.30 - 7.30am
Buddhism & Meditation | An Introduction
6 - week course
A thorough grounding in key Buddhist principles and practices. Glimpse the radical transformation of self & world, that can result from practising the Buddha’s teaching as part of a thriving, open community.
7 - 9.30pm
Saturday Keynote Talk: The Self-Aware Buddha
From February to July we will be discussing the Five Buddha Mandala, join for the day and hear more about them.
10.30am - 12.30pm
Monthly Class for Women+ | Led by Santva
An opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm
Gong Bath
Immerse yourself in sound. Sound baths are a growing form of sound healing meditation, where participants relax and absorb the vibrations of instruments like singing bowls.
5 - 6.15pm
Urban Retreat
Turn a week of your life into a retreat. We’ll support you with early morning meditation (with breakfast), lunchtime classes, a total immersion day, evening dharma talks and motivational text messages. Attend as much or as little as you can.
Sun 15 - Fri 21 March
Mantra Chanting | with Satyaghosha
Over the course of the hour we'll have the chance to chant several different mantras, with short periods of meditation in between.
1 - 2pm
Total Immersion Day
Intensify your meditation practice on this mostly silent retreat-like day.
10am - 5pm
Women Elders group
If you are a woman of 65 or older interested in Buddhism and meditation, you are welcome to attend a friendly regular group at Centre.
2.30 - 4.30pm
Young People’s Class: Cultivating Faith
Come along to our monthly night of uplifting and engaging collective practice. You'll discover meditation, meet new friends, and learn from ancient Buddhist teachings presented in a way that is fresh and relevant to your life. Open to everyone under 35.
7.15 - 9.30pm (snacks and chats from 6.45pm)
Mind in Harmony
Whether you are fairly new or seeking to revitalise a long-standing practice, delve into all aspects of meditation, from posture and overcoming hindrances to cultivating access concentration, dhyana, and insight.
7.15 - 9.30pm
IN-PERSON: Death Conversation Café | Facilitated by Padmamati & Ita
Death Conversation Café provides an intimate, safe space to talk about any matters to do with death and dying in a supportive, non-sectarian setting.
2 - 4pm
Foundation in Non-Violent Communication | Day Workshop
Developing more effective interpersonal communication skills is a key way to empower ourselves: a life lived to its fullest potential, disentangled from the negative thinking and self-judgment that can hold us back.
10am - 5pm
Early morning online meditation & Dharma for men
Inspirational Buddhist reading followed by 40 minute open period of meditation - no leading, just a bell at the beginning and at the end.
6.30am - 7.30am
The Journey & The Guide | Led by Ksantikara
8-week course
A practical course in Enlightenment exploring the fundamentals of the Buddhism in a way that touches every single aspect of our life. A path that, with enough determination and effort, will lead all the way to complete liberation.
7 - 9.30pm
Triratna Day Film Screening
A screening of history films to celebrate Triratna’s 58th birthday.
1 - 4pm
Triratna Day Film Screening
A screening of history films to celebrate Triratna’s 58th birthday.
1 - 4pm
Gong Bath
Immerse yourself in sound. Sound baths are a growing form of sound healing meditation, where participants relax and absorb the vibrations of instruments like singing bowls.
5 - 6.15pm
Saturday Keynote Talk: The Self-Aware Buddha
From February to July we will be discussing the Five Buddha Mandala, join for the day and hear more about them.
10.30 - 12.30pm
Monthly Class for Women+
An opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm
Day Retreat | Led by Karunagita
Just Sitting meditation practice, movement and insight inquiry.
10am - 5pm
Women Elders group
If you are a woman of 65 or older interested in Buddhism and meditation, you are welcome to attend a friendly regular group at the Centre.
2.30 - 4.30pm
Young People’s Class: Discovering Wisdom
Come along to our monthly night of uplifting and engaging collective practice. You'll discover meditation, meet new friends, and learn from ancient Buddhist teachings presented in a way that is fresh and relevant to your life. Open to everyone under 35.
7.15 - 9.30pm
Mantra Chanting | with Satyaghosha
Chanting mantras with others is a powerful way to deepen our experience. Over the course of the hour we'll have the chance to chant several different mantras, with short periods of meditation in between.
1 - 2pm
IN-PERSON: Death Conversation Café | Facilitated by Padmamati & Ita
Death Conversation Café provides an intimate, safe space to talk about any matters to do with death and dying in a supportive, non-sectarian setting.
2 - 4pm
Sangha Work Day
An energetic and satisfying way to spend the bank holiday, working with others to give the centre some TLC.
10am - 5pm
Early morning online meditation & Dharma for men
Inspirational Buddhist reading followed by 40 minute open period of meditation - no leading, just a bell at the beginning and at the end.
6.30 - 7.30am
Saturday Keynote Talk: The Self-Aware Buddha
From February to July we will be discussing the Five Buddha Mandala, join for the day and hear more about them.
10.30am - 12.30pm
Monthly Class for Women+
An opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm
IN PERSON | Buddha Day Festival
Day Festival, honouring the death of the Buddha.
11.30am - 5pm (Gathering for Mitras & Order Members at 10.15am)
Mantra Chanting | with Satyaghosha
Chanting mantras with others is a powerful way to deepen our experience. Over the course of the hour we'll have the chance to chant several different mantras, with short periods of meditation in between.
1 - 2pm
Women Elders group
If you are a woman of 65 or older interested in Buddhism and meditation, you are welcome to attend a friendly regular group at the Centre.
2.30 - 4.30pm
People of Colour
A day retreat for people of African, Asian & mixed heritage to come together from all London Triratna Buddhist centres and practice meditation, explore the Buddha’s teaching and connect with others. There will be dedicated time for discussion and personal reflection.
10am - 5pm
IN-PERSON: Death Conversation Café | Facilitated by Padmamati & Ita
Death Conversation Café provides an intimate, safe space to talk about any matters to do with death and dying in a supportive, non-sectarian setting.
2 - 4pm
Early morning online meditation & Dharma for men
Inspirational Buddhist reading followed by 40 minute open period of meditation - no leading, just a bell at the beginning and at the end.
6.30 - 7.30am
Saturday Keynote Talk: The Self-Aware Buddha
From February to July we will be discussing the Five Buddha Mandala, join for the day and hear more about them.
10.30am - 12.30pm
Monthly Class for Women+
An opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm
Women Elders group
If you are a woman of 65 or older interested in Buddhism and meditation, you are welcome to attend a friendly regular group at the Centre.
2.30 - 4.30pm
Mantra Chanting | with Satyaghosha
Over the course of the hour we'll have the chance to chant several different mantras, with short periods of meditation in between.
1 - 2pm
IN-PERSON: Death Conversation Café | Facilitated by Padmamati & Ita
Death Conversation Café provides an intimate, safe space to talk about any matters to do with death and dying in a supportive, non-sectarian setting.
2 - 4pm
Early morning online meditation & Dharma for men
Inspirational Buddhist reading followed by 40 minute open period of meditation - no leading, just a bell at the beginning and at the end.
6.30 - 7.30am
Saturday Keynote Talk: The Self-Aware Buddha
From February to July we will be discussing the Five Buddha Mandala, join for the day and hear more about them.
10.30am - 12.30pm
Monthly Class for Women+
An opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm
IN PERSON | Dharma Day Festival
On Dharma Day we celebrate the teaching of the Buddha. Marking key events in the Buddhist calendar - Festival days a great opportunity for everyone to come together to celebrate, reflect, practice & connect.
11.30am - 5.30pm (Gathering for Mitras & Order Members at 10.15am start)
Women Elders group
If you are a woman of 65 or older interested in Buddhism and meditation, you are welcome to attend a friendly regular group at the Centre.
2.30 - 4.30pm
Mantra Chanting | with Satyaghosha
Over the course of the hour we'll have the chance to chant several different mantras, with short periods of meditation in between.
1 - 2pm
IN-PERSON: Death Conversation Café | Facilitated by Padmamati & Ita
Death Conversation Café provides an intimate, safe space to talk about any matters to do with death and dying in a supportive, non-sectarian setting.
2 - 4pm
Early morning online meditation & Dharma for men
Inspirational Buddhist reading followed by 40 minute open period of meditation - no leading, just a bell at the beginning and at the end.
6.30 - 7.30am
Monthly Class for Women+
An opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm
Mantra Chanting | with Satyaghosha
Over the course of the hour we'll have the chance to chant several different mantras, with short periods of meditation in between.
1 - 2pm
Women Elders group
If you are a woman of 65 or older interested in Buddhism and meditation, you are welcome to attend a friendly regular group at the Centre.
2.30 - 4.30pm
IN-PERSON: Death Conversation Café | Facilitated by Padmamati & Ita
Death Conversation Café provides an intimate, safe space to talk about any matters to do with death and dying in a supportive, non-sectarian setting.
2 - 4pm
Early morning online meditation & Dharma for men
Inspirational Buddhist reading followed by 40 minute open period of meditation - no leading, just a bell at the beginning and at the end.
6.30 - 7.30am
Monthly Class for Women+
an opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm
Women Elders group
If you are a woman of 65 or older interested in Buddhism and meditation, you are welcome to attend a friendly regular group at the Centre.
2.30 - 4.30pm
Mantra Chanting
Over the course of the hour we'll have the chance to chant several different mantras, with short periods of meditation in between.
1 - 2pm
IN-PERSON: Death Conversation Café | Facilitated by Padmamati & Ita
Death Conversation Café provides an intimate, safe space to talk about any matters to do with death and dying in a supportive, non-sectarian setting.
2 - 4pm
Padmasambhava Day Festival
A day evoking & honouring the great Tantric teacher who established Buddhism in Tibet - all welcome!
11.30am - 5.30pm (Gathering for Mitras & Order Members at10.15am start)
Early morning online meditation & Dharma for men
Inspirational Buddhist reading followed by 40 minute open period of meditation - no leading, just a bell at the beginning and at the end.
6.30 - 7.30am
Monthly Class for Women+
An opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm
Mantra Chanting | with Satyaghosha
Over the course of the hour we'll have the chance to chant several different mantras, with short periods of meditation in between.
1 - 2pm
Women Elders group
If you are a woman of 65 or older interested in Buddhism and meditation, you are welcome to attend a friendly regular group at the Centre.
2.30 - 4.30pm
IN-PERSON: Death Conversation Café | Facilitated by Padmamati & Ita
Death Conversation Café provides an intimate, safe space to talk about any matters to do with death and dying in a supportive, non-sectarian setting.
2 - 4pm
Early morning online meditation & Dharma for men
Inspirational Buddhist reading followed by 40 minute open period of meditation - no leading, just a bell at the beginning and at the end.
6.30 - 7.30am
Monthly Class for Women+
An opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm
Sangha Day Festival
Suitable for Newcomers/Intermediates/Regulars.
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Mantra Chanting | with Satyaghosha
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IN-PERSON: Death Conversation Café | Facilitated by Padmamati & Ita
Last Saturday of the month.
It is is open to all - you only have to be mortal to attend
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Early morning online meditation & Dharma for men
A monthly week of morning meditation and Buddhism
Suitable for those who have learned meditation.
Led by Anandavajra, Aryajit & team
Monthly Class for Women+
Every second Saturday of the month from 2-5 pm, an opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC. The class is led by Karunagita, Darsavini, Shraddhasara and the team.
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Mantra Chanting | with Satyaghosha
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IN-PERSON: Death Conversation Café | Facilitated by Padmamati & Ita
Last Saturday of the month.
It is is open to all - you only have to be mortal to attend
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**CANCELLED Mantra Chanting | with Satyaghosha
Chanting mantras with others is a powerful way to deepen our experience. Over the course of the hour we'll have the chance to chant several different mantras, with short periods of meditation in between.
1 - 2pm
Young People’s Class: Awareness, not Escapism
Come along to our monthly night of uplifting and engaging collective practice. You'll discover meditation, meet new friends, and learn from ancient Buddhist teachings presented in a way that is fresh and relevant to your life. Open to everyone under 35.
7.15 - 9.30pm (snacks from 6.45pm)
Buddhism & Meditation | An Introduction
Intro to Buddhism and Meditation: a six week introductory course
A thorough grounding in key Buddhist principles and practices. Glimpse the radical transformation of self & world, that can result from practising the Buddha’s teaching as part of a thriving, open community.
Monthly Class for Women+
Every second Saturday of the month from 2-5 pm, an opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC. The class is led by Karunagita, Darsavini, Shraddhasara and the team.
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'What is a Mitra Series'
If you’ve been coming to the NLBC for a while and think you might like to deepen your involvement, come along to these series to explore the three declarations that are marked when becoming a Mitra with our mitra convenors, Anandavajra & Darsavini.
10.30am - 12.30pm
Year of Mandala Launch | Saturday Class Keynote Talk
Ksantikara launches the year with a special keynote talk 'Entering The Mandala', followed by a communal lunch (bring something to share).
Meditation Essentials Led by Vajramitra & Maitrisambhava
Delve into all aspects of meditation, from posture and hindrances to access concentration and insight. Renew your motivation and acquire core skills.
Early morning online meditation & Dharma for men
A monthly week of morning meditation and Buddhism
Suitable for those who have learned meditation.
Led by Anandavajra, Aryajit & team
Friday Puja evening
Suitable for Intermediates and Regulars
Please donate here. Suggested donation £10. No booking required. Click on class title above for more information.
New Year’s Day Sangha Clean
Spend a few hours of your New Year’s Day bank working with others to give the centre some TLC! Give back, meet new people and work alongside the centre team to beautify the shrines and clean the centre!
NLBC NYE
NLBC New Year's Eve
See in the New Year alongside others in an atmosphere of meditation and celebration. A chance to turn towards our experience and renew our commitment to living life fully. Bring snacks to share and resolutions to offer up to the shrine.
IN-PERSON & ONLINE: Saturday Meditation & Buddhism Class
Led by Ratnaprabha & team: ONLINE & IN-PERSON
Suitable for Newcomers / Intermediates / Regulars
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End of year gathering & solstice puja
Suitable for Intermediates and Regulars
Please donate here. Suggested donation £10. No booking required. Click on class title above for more information.
Tuesday Evening Meditation and Buddhism Class
Tuesday evening class
Suitable for beginners and regulars
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ONLINE Tuesday Evening Meditation Masterclass | Led by Visuddhimati
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Monthly Class for Women+
Every second Saturday of the month from 2-5 pm, an opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC. The class is led by Karunagita, Darsavini, Shraddhasara and the team.
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IN-PERSON & ONLINE: Saturday Meditation & Buddhism Class | Keynote talk by Karunagita
Led by Ratnaprabha & team: ONLINE & IN-PERSON
Suitable for Newcomers / Intermediates / Regulars
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Friday Puja evening
Suitable for Intermediates and Regulars
Please donate here. Suggested donation £10. No booking required. Click on class title above for more information.
Weekend Retreat at Vajrasana Retreat Centre
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Tuesday Evening Meditation and Buddhism Class
Tuesday evening class
Suitable for beginners and regulars
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ONLINE Tuesday Evening Meditation Masterclass | Led by Visuddhimati
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IN-PERSON & ONLINE: Saturday Meditation & Buddhism Class
Led by Ratnaprabha & team: ONLINE & IN-PERSON
Suitable for Newcomers / Intermediates / Regulars
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Young People’s Class: the Principle of truthfulness
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Friday Puja evening
Suitable for Intermediates and Regulars
Please donate here. Suggested donation £10. No booking required. Click on class title above for more information.
Tuesday Evening Meditation and Buddhism Class
Tuesday evening class
Suitable for beginners and regulars
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ONLINE Tuesday Evening Meditation Masterclass | Led by Visuddhimati
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