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Currently we have no courses planned. . . .

When we do you we will post them here and include in  our newsletter. You can sign up to our newsletter on the contact page. You can find out about other Triratna centres and activities  on the Links page and, at the bottom of this page. 


Weekend Urban (at home) Study, Practice and Realise Retreats.

These Urban Retreats are intended to support and encourage Sangha, create conditions for deeper and more intensive Dharma  study and practice, reflecting on it in daily life and, crucially to support and encourage practicing the Dharma in every aspect of  life. Themes will vary, the programme will be simple and include: open and closing dedication, meditation (on and off the cushion), silence, study, reflection, conversation, eating together and time to not do anything.

Who can apply
Mitras and Mitras who have asked for Ordination (GFR Mitras Go for Refuge)
Those who have completed 'The Individual, the Group and the Community' study and practice weekend. 

Everyone attending must have a regular meditation practice (on or off the cushion) and be familliar with the Mindfulness of Breathing and The Metta Bhavana Meditation practices, as taught within Triratna. Everyone must be able to attend both days and everyone is encouraged to reflect on the themes relevance in whatever their lives involve over the course of the weekend.

 
Where & When & How much
we will post information about the next one as soon as details are available.

These are small retreats that usually happen in a small venue. Sometimes this is in someones home and sometimes a hired (often community) space. 

Retreats are offered up to four times a year with costs varying depending on the venue. We work it out on the basis of covering, breaking even on our outgoings. There is an option when you book to provide Dana (above costs) for those who are able and want to.


From time to time folks who are involved in Stow Sangha and Triratna MeetUp and Meditate together in Walthamstow for a few hours. These small gatherings are usually on a weekend (no more than) monthly and include a soup and bread lunch. They are for people who have a regular meditation practice and, are familliar with the Mindfulness of Breathing and The Metta Bhavana Meditation practices, as taught within Triratna. No teaching is offered. If you would like to find out more please email Rebecca at stowsangha@gmail.com  giving a brief description of your involvement in Triratna and your meditation practice. Rebecca or Sarah (from Stow Sangha) will get back to you as soon as possible.

other Activities

From time to time we may offer the following courses and/or events  in Walthamstow. Many of our events will continue to be open to everyone and some will be provided for Mitras and/or Order members. 

  • Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation.  Learn the mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana meditation practices.
  • Refresher courses for people who already know the mindfulness of breathing and the metta bhavana meditation practices (as taught within the triratna context)
  • Mindful eating
  • Introduction to Buddhism.  
  • The devotional heart - Introduction to devotional practice
  • Buddha, Dharma and Sangha festival days
  • Ever Widening Circle sangha events
  • Sangha Weekend Study and Practice events
  • Urban (at home) rainy season retreats
  • life and death cafes

We will post details here and in our newsletter about any current courses, events or activities we offer.
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The nearest Triratna centres to Walthamstow offering weekly and daily drop in meditation sessions for beginners and those with more experience  (as well as other activities including learning  about Buddhism) are:
the North London Buddhist Centre (Underground/Overground Highbury & Islington)
the London Buddhist Centre (Underground/Overground Bethnal Green).
the mid-essex Buddhist Centre
the West London Buddhist Centre ( t
he closest stations are Royal Oak, Bayswater, Queensway and Paddington).
Also check out our other sangha links here

Inhouse film event
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Outhouse film event

You are free to contact us regarding opportunities to meet up and have a conversation about meditation, mindfulness and Buddhism. We will consider requests for us to provide courses that are specifically tailored for the workplace or small numbers of people (minimum 2 ). If you have any questions about our courses do contact us.

STOW SANGHA
stowsangha@gmail.co.uk
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