GBC: Meditation Tel: 0141 333 0524

Meditation - Classes

Level 1: The Essentials of Buddhist Meditation A structured introduction to meditation, posture, setting up a practice, balancing effort and relaxation. Participants will gain a practical ability in the two foundation meditation practices. Meditation can produce many benefits, from reducing stress and improving quality of life, to accessing clearer states of mind and positive emotions such as love and compassion. Each course comprises six weeks and concludes with a Day retreay on the Sunday after the last session.
Tuesday evenings Time: 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm 17 Jan, 6 Mar, 24 April Price: £66/33	Day Retreats Sundays Sun 4 Mar Sun 15 Apr Sun 3 June
Level 2: Mindfulness of Breathing & The Metta Bhavana A follow-on course may be available to help those who have already learned the basics of the Mindfulness of Breathing and the Metta Bhavana to take their practice further. Please speak to your teacher Weekend Introduction to Meditation Days* Meditation Days are suitable for complete beginners and as a refresher for those who would like to brush up on their practice with an introduction to the two main practices. Please bring light vegetarian food to share. Dates: Fri 10 Feb, Sat 17 Mar, Sun 17 June
Weekly drop-in classes
Wednesdays Time: 12.30pm - 1.00pm One class: Regulars & New-comers. Price: £3/2	Thursdays Time: 10.30am - 12 noon Two classes: Regulars & New-comers. Price: £5/3
Essentials of Meditation - a new course for shiftworkers For people who work shifts and can’t always come on the same evening, this 6 week course will run on a Tuesday at 7.30pm and Saturday at 10.30am. So if you miss a Tuesday you can catch up the following Saturday. Tue 17 Jan or Sat 21 Jan with a day retreat on Sun 4 March. Thue 24 Apr or sat 28 Apr with a day retreat on Sun 3 June. Introduction to Meditation for People in Recovery from Addiction This day is open to anyone who is already actively in the recovery process. The day is led by people who are in recovery themselves. Although offered on a donations basis, booking is essential for this event. Please download and send our booking form or phone to book. Dates to be confirmed. *Please note that mindfulness courses tailored for particular health issues are listed on the For Health page

Brief Breathworks Weekend
4 & 5 Feb
10.30 - 4.30pm
£75/£45

Introduction to Meditation Day
Friday 10 Feb
10.30am - 4.30pm£30/£20

Essentials of Buddhist Meditation
Tuesday 6 March
7.30pm-9.30pm
£66/£33

Essentials of Buddhism
Wed 7 March
7.30pm - 9.40pm
£66/£33

(Where class charges are given the second figure is the concessionary rate for those on low income.)

Tel: 0141 333 0524
Scottish Charity No. SC006883