2pm – 5pm | Sat 19th Jul 2025 | £16 | Kadampa Meditation Centre, 54 Peters Hill, Belfast BT13 1BA
One of our most popular and accessible workshops, Learn to Meditate in Half a Day offers a relaxing and inspiring introduction to meditation. Suitable for beginners and those wishing to refresh their practice, this enjoyable session runs over the course of a weekend afternoon and is structured as follows:
- Session One – Talk & Guided Meditation (1 hour 15 minutes)
- Break (30 minutes – with refreshments)
- Session Two – Talk & Guided Meditation (1 hour 15 minutes)
The workshop begins with practical advice on how to prepare for meditation, including posture and a gentle introduction to the first guided session. Meditation mats and cushions are provided for those who prefer to sit cross-legged, although most people choose to sit comfortably in chairs.
Rooted in the teachings of modern Kadampa Buddhism, this workshop focuses on the true purpose of meditation: to cultivate a calm and peaceful mind. Through gaining experience of meditation, we can begin to reduce negative states of mind and discover a natural source of happiness within.
During retreat you will:
- Learn how to meditate effectively, even as a complete beginner
- Understand the real benefits of meditation, both mental and physical
- Explore how to apply meditation in daily life to reduce stress, worry, and frustration
- Begin to recognise that inner peace is not something far away, but a natural state of our own mind that we can learn to access at any time
The teachings are presented in a clear and practical way, drawing on timeless wisdom for our busy modern lives.
Everyone is welcome. Retreat is suitable to those new to meditation as well as experienced practitioners. No special clothes are required and seating is provided in chairs and meditation cushions.
There is free on street parking on Peters Hill just outside, with easy access from Westlink Divis St/ Millfield exit, and we are just 15 min walk from City Hall and Belfast Grand Central Station.
Members can attend our centre classes and retreats online or in person. For more information please see our Membership page.
Ongoing classes can be found at Classes By Location with forthcoming special events at Events and Retreats.
If you need help with your booking feel free to Whatsapp / Phone us on +44 (0) 7848 175 415 or email at info@meditateni.org.
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