Meditation Classes in Guildford | Tuesdays, 7.00 – 8.15pm
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Tuesdays, 7.00 – 8.15pm
The Guildford Institute
Ward St, North St, Guildford GU1 4LH
£10 per person – drop in classes
(course discounts available)
In these weekly classes you will learn proven techniques, based on Buddha’s teachings, for calming the mind, becoming more positive and focused, and reducing stress.
Each class begins with simple guided meditation (such as breathing meditation), followed by a practical talk on a topic such as how to make our mind peaceful, how to let go of anger, or how to develop a good heart towards others. In particular, the class will explain a particular method for practically solving our daily problems and improving our relationships with others. Then, the class will conclude with a second meditation on that topic and time for questions and discussion.
These meditation classes are open to everyone, regardless of your background and beliefs. They are suitable for beginners and experienced meditators alike and, although presented as part of a series, each class is self-contained – so you can drop in any time. Everybody welcome!
Next Series:
Let It Go: Freedom from Anxiety
Three Week Course Starting 5 May
Come along to this course to discover how to cope with life’s many challenges without panicking and find refuge in the natural peace already within your mind.
Whether occasional or regular, anxiety can feel overwhelming – like our thoughts are running the show and we’re stuck in cycles of worry. But we can use Buddha’s wisdom to understand that both our problems and the thoughts that fuel them are constantly changing and unfixed, so we don’t need to remain stuck. Our anxious thoughts don’t have to define us or control us—we can learn simple effective methods to let them simply arise and pass, breaking free
Week 1 – May 5: The vicious cycle of anxiety—and how to step out of it
Week 2 – May 12: How to access the peace within
Week 3 – May 19: Letting thoughts come and go without fear
Keys to freedom: The three principal aspects of the path to enlightenment
Three Week Course Starting 9 June
What if deep and lasting happiness depended less on changing our circumstances than on changing our minds? And what if methods existed to do just that?
In this 4-week course, discover the 3 essential components of the Buddhist path: freeing yourself from stress and dissatisfaction, opening your heart to others, and seeing reality as it is. Through practical teachings and guided meditations, you’ll learn the basics for letting go of inner struggles, cultivating genuine loving-kindness, and developing a wisdom that leads to lasting peace.
Everybody welcome!
Week 1 – June 9: How to meditate
Week 2 – June 16: Renunciation: real self-love
Week 3 – June 23: Bodhichitta: the heart of compassion
How to think big
Four Week Course Starting 30 June
Buddha taught both Sutra and Tantra to show us how we could transform all our experiences, good and bad, from the inside out, and how to use imagination, wisdom, and bliss to accelerate our spiritual growth. On this four-week series, you’ll discover how to:
Reimagine yourself as your highest potential—here and now
Transform everyday enjoyments into fuel for inner development
Deepen your compassion and confidence on the path to enlightenment
Understand how your mind creates your world—and how to purify it
Through guided meditations and practical teachings, each week will give you an empowering insight: you are probably closer to enlightenment than you think.
This course is suitable for all levels—whether you’re new to Buddhism or ready to deepen your practice—and offers a rare glimpse into the joyful, creative path of Tantra as a fast track to lasting inner change.
Week 1 – June 30: How to use enjoyments as spiritual fuel
Week 2 – July 7: How our mind creates our world
Week 3 – July 14: How to break through our self-limitations
Week 4 – July 21: How to become the person we want to be
Each session offers accessible and inspiring teachings, and guided meditations. No experience needed – just curiosity and a willingness to explore a new way of seeing yourself and the world. Join the whole series or just drop-in at any time – each class is self-contained.
Whether you’re new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, these meditation classes offer practical tools to help you stay balanced, focused, and inspired in daily life.
Everybody welcome!
Rob has been practicing and teaching Kadampa Buddhism for many years. He has successfully completed many meditation retreats and studied under a number of senior NKT teachers. His teachings are clear and practical.
The Guildford Institute
Ward St, Guildford GU1 4LH
Here are some common questions that people ask about our meditation classes. If you have any other questions please contact us and we will be happy to help you in anyway.
Q) What is meditation?
The purpose of meditation is to cultivate positive states of mind, conducive to peace and well-being, and overcome negative habits of mind. Happiness is a state of mind, therefore the real source of happiness lies in the mind, not in external conditions. When our mind is peaceful we are free from worries and mental discomfort, and we experience true happiness.
Meditation is a technique used by millions of people to develop a calm and peaceful mind. It reduces stress, anxiety, and other negative states of mind and promotes physical and mental well-being. The meditations we guide are non-sectarian, non-judgemental, and universal. They are simple and accepted methods to help people tackle the stress and anxiety associated with the challenges of modern daily life.
Q: Do I have to sit of the floor?
A: No, people have the choice of sitting on a chair or they can bring their own cushion and sit on the floor.
Q: Do I need to have a religious affiliation to attend these weekly classes?
A: No. Everything is presented in a way that is accessible to everyone, and no religious affiliation is required.
Q: Do I need to have experience of meditation to attend a weekly class?
A: No. Everyone is welcome, including beginners.
Q: Are these classes suitable for someone who already has some experience of meditation?
A: The teachings are designed to be simple yet profound, so that every class provides something for everyone.
Q: Will I be asked to say anything, or speak in front of a group of people?
A: No. But you can ask questions if you want to.
Q: Is there any physical exercise involved, such as yoga?
A: No. The courses focus on meditation alone.
Q: What do I need to bring?
A: Nothing in particular. However, some people find it useful to bring a notepad and pen.
Q: How should I dress?
A: There are no special requirements, but comfortable clothing is generally best.
Q: If I want to attend a weekly class, do I need to wait for the next course of classes to begin?
A: No. Each class is self-contained. You can drop in whenever you can, and start whenever you like.
Q: Do I need to book in advance?
A: For weekly classes it is not necessary to book in advance.
