Westminster Class in Central London

Mindfulness-of-Breathing Meditation for Beginners at Holborn House Community Centre

Samatha means calm. Samatha meditation is a gentle but effective way of training the mind to develop inner strength and freedom from turmoil, leading on to clarity and understanding.

This path from calm to insight was followed by the Buddha himself, and is a central tradition of Buddhist meditation. There are many kinds of Samatha meditation techniques: this one is based on attention to the breath, a subject which is said to be suitable for all types of people.

By regular daily practice the chattering, unruly mind gradually becomes calmer. The way our mind works becomes less confusing to us and we begin to understand the habits of mind that hold us back from happiness and freedom. We become kinder to ourselves and those around us. Meditation is a practical matter: increased awareness brings an ability to make the most of ourselves in our daily lives.

The Class

A twelve-week course for beginners started on Monday 15th September and will run every Monday at 7pm until 1 December. If you would like to join this course this course please email Giles at: SamathaWestminster@outlook.com 

Complete beginners are very welcome. No previous experience of meditation is required. 

The teaching is free. Donations are welcome to cover the cost of the room hire. The suggested donation is £7.50.

If you have any questions, would like to register for the class or would like to go onto the mailing list for the class please email SamathaWestminster@outlook.com

Location - Central London

The Green Room - Holborn House Community Centre

35 Emerald Street (off Lambs Conduit Street)

London WC1N 3QW