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
Relaxation Retreat | Sat 28 Dec | Morden With Gen Zoma & Morden With Mark Budd | 10.30am-2pm
£20.00 – £25.00
FREE for Silver, Gold and Platinum Members
Kensington £20 | Morden £25
Everyone wants to relax, but normally we don’t know how to relax effectively. Often our methods of relaxing – reaching for our smartphone, going out for a drink, exploring London – leave us feeling even more tense, agitated or exhausted than before.
To really relax, we have to know how to let go of all the mental turbulence that disturbs our day-to-day peace of mind. On this short retreat, we will have the opportunity to do just that – we will learn special, simple meditations that enable us to let go of all our stress and mental busyness, and enjoy the relaxation of a quiet, still and peaceful mind. That is real relaxation.
Booking
Teacher(s)
Gen Kelsang Zoma will guide the retreat in Morden. Gen Zoma 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.
Mark Budd will teach in Kensington. Mark is a student on the Teacher Training Programme at KMC London and has been teaching meditation classes for many years. He is admired for his warmth and for his clear, practical presentations on Buddhist meditation.
Schedule
Session 1: 10.30-11.15am
Session 2: 11.45am-12.30pm
Session 3: 1pm-2pm
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.