Join our lively Buddhist community in Southampton
May
All are welcome at our drop-in classes, practice evenings, and parent sangha. At meetings for regulars, we deepen our connections and our practice.
On Saturday 25 May, we celebrate Buddha Day. This major festival marks the moment 2500 years ago when Siddhartha Gautama attained Enlightenment and became the Buddha. Join us for some or all of our very special programme:
10 am – 11 am: Learn to meditate
11 am – 11.30 am: Tea break
11.30 am – 1 pm: Going deeper (also available on Zoom)
1 pm – 2 pm: Lunch – please bring vegetarian or vegan food to share
2 pm – 3 pm: Storytelling followed by meditation (also available on Zoom)
3 pm – 3.30 pm: Tea break
3.30 pm – 4.30 pm: Puja with Mitra ceremonies (also available on Zoom)
Scroll down for details of all our regular sessions this month.
Booking is still open for our 2024 retreats.
There may be more activities too, as part of the Amitabha Project. Keep an eye on Facebook and Instagram for updates.
Events for all
Learn to meditate
Drop-in class for beginners, or for anyone who wants a refresher. With time for tea and a chat afterwards.
When: Every Saturday, 10 am – 11 am
Format: In person at the centre
Going deeper
Drop-in session of teaching and meditation. For those who are familiar with Triratna meditation practices.
When: Every Saturday, tea 11 am, teaching and meditation 11.30 am – 1 pm
Format: In person at the centre
Can't get here? Use Zoom (starts 11.30 am)
Practice evening
Unguided practice followed by devotional ritual. Suitable if you know the mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana.
When: Every Friday, 7 pm – 8.30 pm
Format: In person at the centre
Parent sangha
An afternoon for Buddhist parents to share with their children and friends. Snacks, chat and fun.
When: 3rd Saturday of the month, 1 pm – 2.30 pm
Format: In person at the centre
Email for more info: Southamptonparentsangha@outlook.com
Events for regulars
Women's morning
Meet other women and share your experience of practising the Dharma.
When: 2nd Sunday of every month, 10 am – 12 noon
Format: Online
Zoom link: Here
Men's Dharma training
Join other men to deepen your practice and understanding.
Format: In person at the centre
Email for more info: dhammavijai@yahoo.co.uk
Rural retreats
Take time out from your everyday life for a deeper experience of yourself and others.
Once or twice a year, we go on retreat together in the countryside. An opportunity to make real strides in our lives, practice and friendships.
Head over to our Retreats page for details of this year's events.