Group Courses
I offer a range of in-person 5 week courses from complete beginners to more experienced meditators.
Beginners 1
The next Beginner’s Course is 17th November to 15th December 2025. Please click link below to find out more and to register.
In this course I begin by introducing very simple ways of focusing the mind, so that participants can gain confidence of their ability to focus for short periods of time. Over the following weeks I introduce various different types of guided meditation, because not all methods of meditation suit all people.
In each session, we will meditate 2 or 3 times, have short group discussions, and explore the physical and emotional benefits of a consistent meditation practise.
By the end of the course, participants will have experienced a variety of different types of meditations, feel confident that they can practise at home, and understand how meditation will benefit their lives.
They will also be able to join my weekly online top-up meditation session for beginners.
Beginners 2
Participants must first complete Beginners Level 1 before joining this course. Or can provide evidence of having completed a previous beginners course elsewhere.
In this course, we will begin by extending the length of time we meditate, building up to 30 minute meditations by the end of the course. Each session will focus on a theme, such as connection, loneliness and happiness.
On completion of this course, participants will comfortably be able to meditate for 30 minutes, and will be able to join my online weekly top-up of longer meditation sessions if they wish.
Intermediate+
Participants must have completed Levels 1 and 2, or have been meditating at home for at least 6 months before joining this course. Participants must be comfortable with meditating for 30 minutes at a time.
Each week we will explore a different topic related to meditation so that we can deepen our understanding of how meditation can enhance our lives and the lives of those who come into contact with us.
FAQ
What level of experience are your classes for?
My meditation courses cater for complete beginners, intermediate students and long-term meditators. Even I was a beginner at some point, with absolutely no knowledge of meditation at all. You don’t need to worry if you have no knowledge or experience. That is what I am here for, to help guide you. All it takes is a willing heart and a commitment to your own wellbeing.
How long do I have to meditate for?
In my meditation courses, beginning meditators will be meditating for 10 minutes at a time, up to three times per session. In fact, the optimum period of time to benefit from a meditation practise is 20 minutes per day, which can be done in two 10 minute sessions. Some people like to meditate for longer periods. And some people can only manage a few minutes at a time. My view is that even one minute of meditation per day is better than no minutes.
In my Beginners 2, Intermediate and Experienced courses, participants will be meditating for 20 or 30 minutes at a time.
How long until I see the results?
This varies from person to person. Mostly people find that each time they meditate, even complete beginners, they experience reduced stress and a sense of tranquility. However, for permanent , positive changes, a consistent practise will yield results which only get better and better the more you meditate. A consistent practise will see an ongoing improvement in stress management, better sleep, a more peaceful life and optimum brain function.
Think of it like going to the gym. The first time you go, you may feel the benefit, but those benefits won’t be visible. It’s only after consistent visits over a period of time that the results will show. Meditation is exactly the same. The brain is also a muscle, and becomes stronger and more efficient over time. With consistent practise, you will permanently change how you function in this world. For the better.
Will I become so relaxed that I slow down
Meditation is somewhat of a paradox. You become so relaxed that you become more productive. How is this so? A calm and relaxed brain is not a dull and sluggish brain. A calm and relaxed brain is not flailing around in a sea of mind clutter and overwhelm. Brains of meditators have superior focus. This is because all the roadblocks caused by overwhelm and stress are removed, leaving the brain far more able to focus on what it needs to focus on. And therefore becomes more efficient with no sense of rush or panic.
Is meditation affiliated to a religion?
My method of meditation is not affiliated to any religion, and is equally suitable for atheists and agnostics as it is to anyone with any type of spiritual practise. It is true that the practise of meditation originated from early religions, but you no longer have to follow a religion to experience the great benefits of meditation.
Do I have to do it every day, and is there extra work?
You don’t have to meditate every day, but the long-lasting benefits derived from meditation are the result of a consistent daily practise. However, even if you meditate intermittently, each meditation will bring you some peace and a sense of wellbeing. Meditation shouldn’t be seen as a chore, rather it is a practise of self-care, which can enhance all areas of your life.
Do I need to wear anything specific?
No, just clothes which you feel comfortable in.
Do I have to sit in lotus position
No, you can sit in any position that is comfortable for you. During my classes chairs are offered for everyone, but you can also opt to sit on the floor or a cushion, or even stand up. When meditating at home you can choose to meditate on the floor, in a chair, a garden bench, on a beanbag or cushion. You can even meditate in bed, aka beditation!! The key is that you choose somewhere you won’t be disturbed for the duration of the meditation, and a position that you can sit or stand comfortably in.
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