Location(s)
This event is held in both Kensington and Morden.
Kensington City Meditation Space – 27-33 Earls Court Road London W8 6ED
Morden World Peace Temple – 1a Ashridge Way London SM4 4EF
The Bliss of Concentration | Sat 28 & Sun 29 Sept | Weekend Course in Morden with Gen Kelsang Zoma & Half Day Course in Kensington
Concentration is a single-pointed virtuous mind that gives rise to mental peace and happiness. In this weekend retreat we will have a rare opportunity to practise the techniques that, by improving the power of our concentration, enable us to develop a profound bliss that far exceeds the bliss of ordinary sense pleasures and that naturally causes our negative, painful minds – such as anxiety, anger and jealousy – to subside. Finally, by making our body and mind supple, comfortable and easy to direct wherever we wish, concentration enables us to become deeply familiar with virtuous objects – special thoughts that lead to happiness and mental peace – and thereby swiftly progress to the supreme happiness of enlightenment.
The retreat will include some silent periods in the session breaks to help you to reduce your distractions and absorb into the practices. This retreat is suitable for complete beginners and experienced meditators alike – everybody welcome!
Morden Prices
Whole Weekend £50 | Saturday only £30 | Sunday only £30
Kensington Price
£25
If you would like lunch for the Weekend Course in Morden please book by midnight on Wednesday 25 September.
Lunch is £6. CLICK HERE TO BOOK LUNCH
There will be vegan and wheat free options available.
*We can’t cater for people with severe allergies or special diets
Booking
Teacher(s)
Gen Kelsang Zoma will teach the retreat in Morden. She is a Buddhist nun, and has been studying and practising meditation and Buddhism under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 25 years. She is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre London, and is dedicated to helping others discover the benefits of meditation and the teachings of Buddha. Through Gen Zoma’s warm and light hearted example, she shows us how to apply these teachings in our daily lives to improve our happiness, wisdom and well-being bringing benefit to ourselves and others.
Henry Tozer will teach the course in Kensington. Henry has been practising Kadampa Buddhist meditation for over 10 years. He has taught meditation at many locations in the UK and also abroad, and is well loved for his warm, insightful, and practical teachings.
Schedule
Schedule Morden
Saturday 10.30am-2.30pm
Session 1: 10.30-11.30am into silence
Session 2: 12.15-1.15pm
Session 3: 2.15-3.30 out of silence
Wishfulfilling Jewel Prayers with Offerings: 3.45-4.45pm
Sunday 11am-3.45pm
Session 1/ Happiness Hour: 11am-12pm
Lunch: 12-1pm
Session 2: 1-2pm into silence after this session
2.30-3.45pm: Session 3
Schedule Kensington | 10.30am-1.30pm
Session 1: 10.30 – 11.45am
Session 2: 12.15 – 1.30pm
What it's like at our classes...
Quick facts for newcomers...
What is Meditation?
- Purpose: Cultivate positive states of mind for peace and well-being.
- Happiness source: Lies in the mind, not external conditions.
- Benefits: Reduces stress, anxiety, promotes physical and mental well-being.
Accessible class format
- Non-sectarian, non-judgmental, and universal.
- Simple methods to tackle stress and anxiety in modern daily life.
Flexible sitting arrangements
- Option to sit on a chair or bring a cushion for the floor.
No religious affiliation necessary
- Not required; accessible to everyone.
Open to all experience levels
- Beginners welcome; teachings designed to be simple yet profound.
Interaction during classes optional
- No requirement to speak in front of a group.
- Questions are welcome.
No physical exercise necessary
- Focus is on meditation – no yoga or physical exercises.
What to Bring
- No specific requirements; some find it useful to bring a notepad and pen.
Simple dress code
- No special requirements; comfortable clothing suggested.
Join a class anytime
- Classes are self-contained; drop in whenever you can, no need to wait for the next course.