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 2.15 - 4pm
Other Upcoming Events:

Monthly Men’s Event
A monthly opportunity for inspiration, friendship and challenge. A chance to hear from experienced Buddhist men, in a positive atmosphere.
10am - 1pm.

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 Buddha of Ultimate Reality by Akashamitra
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

Dharma Day Festival | Led by Ratnaprabha & Karunagita
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

Young People’s Class: Deepening Mindfulness
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
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

Film Night: Great Ocean - Abiding
A special screening of the final part of Suryaprabha's film series exploring the ‘the strange and wonderful life of Sangharakshita’ through the story of his life and the accounts of his friends.

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

Having a Teacher: Joys & Difficulties
Looking up to those with more experience opens our heart to gratitude and respect but we also need to cultivate mature and balanced relationships with our ‘teachers’. This event includes space to consider controversies and mistakes in Triratna’s early history.

Monthly Class for Women+ | Guest Prajnadevi
An opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm

Centenary Festival Day
Although we no longer have the opportunity to meet Sangharakshita in person, we can still get to know him. On this celebratory day, we’ll encounter the man behind the teachings through excerpts from his memoirs, explorations of his poetry, reflective meditations, and stories from those who knew him personally.

Young People’s Class: Summer gathering
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
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

Birth Anniversary Celebration
Join us for the first of 108 annual pujas and a chance to be part of a ritual that will conclude long after your (current) lifetime! There will be a guestbook, cake and symposium of short personal talks.

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

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

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)

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

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

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.

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

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 arewelcome 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

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

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

Day Retreat: Accessing Dhyana | Led by Shraddhasara
Accessing dhyana (absorption) in meditation seems to be very natural for some, and a complete mystery to others. Explore how to cultivate states of integration, unification and harmony.
10am - 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

Young People’s Class: Refining Concentration
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

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

Monthly Class for Women+
An opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm

Saturday Keynote Talk: The Buddha of Fearlessness by Kusala
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

Managing Conflict Creatively with Non-Violent Communication | Day Workshop
A practically focused workshop on enhancing our communication skills—whether at work, in relationships, or in daily life.

“What is a Mitra?” morning | Led by Anandavajra & Darsavini
If you’ve been coming to the NLBC for a while and think you might like to deepen your involvement, come along to this morning to explore the three declarations that are marked when becoming a Mitra.
With our Mitra Convenors, Anandavajra & Darsavini.
10.30am - 12.30pm

Steps to Enlightenment | Led by Vajramitra and Kshantisara
6-week course
Buddhism is essentially a path leading from wherever we are to Enlightenment, and in this six-week course we look at the best way to follow that path.
7 - 9.30pm

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

Monthly Men’s Event | Altruism and Individuality
A monthly opportunity for inspiration, friendship and challenge. A chance to hear from experienced Buddhist men, in a positive atmosphere.
10am - 12pm.

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

People of Colour Day Retreat
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

Study Seminar: The Tantric Precepts | Led by Ratnaprabha
Tackling London with kindness and energy. An afternoon for Mitras and those who have been coming regularly to NLBC for 6+ months.
1 .30 - 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
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: Harnessing Energy
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

Buddhism & Meditation | An Introduction | Led by Ratnaprabha & Bodhamayi
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

Buddha Day: Offerings, Gratitude, Awakening | Led by Ksantikara & Darsavini
A celebration of the Buddha’s Enlightenment beneath the Bodhi tree, and of the potential for awakening within us all.
11.30am - 4.30pm (Gathering for Mitras & Order Members at 10.15am)

Monthly Class for Women+ | Guest Bodhilila
An opportunity to meditate, explore the theme in different ways and connect with other women around the NLBC.
2 - 5pm

Saturday Keynote Talk: The Buddha of Love by Karunagita
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

Sangha Work Day
This is a chance to come together, take care of the space we share, and support the centre team with some meaningful tasks that will really make a difference.
10am - 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

Sailing the Worldly Winds | Led by Ksantikara & Maitrishura
A buddhist way through the ups and downs of everyday life
Using Vajragupta’s short book as a guide, Ksantikara and Maitrishura will examine the myriad ways the worldly winds impact our lives and what we can do to learn to sail through them.
Four week course | Starts 1 May | 7-9.15pm
People of Colour Big Weekend
The National Gathering is the biggest event on the People of Colour calendar. It is four days of practising meditation, hearing teachings from highly experienced practitioners of colour and connecting with one another whilst living in community.
Price: Standard £190 | Concession £145

Mindful Communication Workshop
A day workshop on how to listen and speak from the heart.

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

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