We provide a peaceful space where you can discover the benefits of meditation, and the peace that modern Buddhism can offer. There are weekly drop-in meditation classes, and weekend courses and special events to suit everyone, whether you are completely new to meditation or have more experience.
New Year, new start! Make a positive start to 2025 – weekly drop-in meditation classes start again on 14th January with a new course “Be Empowered to Change” at Vajrapani Centre, and weekly classes starting again in Denby Dale. We also have a meditation retreat with sessions daily from 14th – 27th January.
Our latest brochure is now available for 2025. See what courses and events are coming up from now until July.
Give yourself the perfect start to 2025 – start meditating!
Tues 14th – Mon 27th Jan
Learn how to meditate and improve the quality of our mind and our life.
Tues 7.30pm + Thurs 11am
14th Jan – 6th Feb
Develop inner strength and fearlessness by developing our positive states of mind.
Sat 22nd Feb 10am-4.30pm
with guest teacher – Gen Kelsang Sherab
Our weekly classes include guided meditations and a talk on Buddhas teachings providing practical advice for a happy and meaningful life. Classes are self-contained so you can drop-in any week. Suitable for beginners, everyone is welcome.
We are delighted to be starting new evening classes from September and October in Horbury, Slaithwaite and Holmfirth.
Weds 19th – Sun 23rd March, 2025
include guided meditations, talks and informal discussions. We offer meditation courses for beginners, and those that wish to study in greater depth.
classes are based on Buddhist teachings but you don’t need to be Buddhist to attend. Seating is on chairs and you don’t need to wear any special clothing.
is a way of calming and training our mind. It is easy to do, and something everyone can learn. Meditation can help reduce stress, and other negative states of mind. If our mind is pure and peaceful we can be happy, regardless of our external conditions.
About Meditation ➔
- Ven. Geshe Kelsang GyatsoIf we want to become free from problems and attain lasting peace and happiness we need to increase our knowledge and understanding of the mind.
