This is a sanctuary class - a class to nourish deep restoration.

Join the early morning Zen meditation group and cultivate deeper awareness, presence and clarity. Each week we explore the practice of compassion and wisdom within community as we sit two 20 minute periods of meditation and one shorter walking meditation.

At the heart of the session is an exploration of the Lojong (directly translated as ‘mind training’), a series of slogans and phrases that help to transform everyday challenges into opportunities for mindfulness, selflessness and understanding.

This class is suitable for all abilities, with no previous experience required.

About this event:

• Dates - 7.30-8.30am every Wednesday.

• Price*:

  • £6 - Accessible (low income/first timer)

  • £9 - Standard (regular, sustainable price)

  • £12 - Supporter (help support our programme to thrive & grow)

• Location - Upstairs @ Open House. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before class to settle onto the mat.

• Equipment - Yoga mats and equipment will be available to borrow, you’re also welcome to bring your own.

• Booking - Limited to 12 spots, to book your spot please click below.

*We have updated our prices. Please note that Standard is now the default pricing option in our booking system. Please see more information about each of our pricing tiers, and how to select the Accessible or Supporter pricing options here.

• More About Matt.

  I have held safe and liminal spaces for people of all walks of life, backgrounds and ages for over fifteen years. I am an authorised teacher with the Tse Qigong Centre, a special needs practitioner, community musician and trainer specialising in non-violent communication and social learning leadership. This experience, together with my Chan Buddhist practice, means I can confidently support people with many different physical, mental and emotional needs.

  I live with my daughter and beautiful golden doodle Bella in the Hope Valley, where I enjoy foraging with my partner, playing live music for ecstatic dance and run a folk band for young people.

• More About Meditation.

  Zen Meditation strengthens mindfulness, which is the practice of being fully present and aware of one's thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations. This heightened awareness carries over into daily life, allowing one to respond to situations with greater clarity, focus, and non-reactivity.

• About Our Pricing.

  Accessible.

  This is a reduced-price option for those who may be experiencing financial hardship, are on a low income, or face other economic barriers. It may also be for you if you are trying out our classes for the first time. 

  Use the code ACCESSIBLE when booking. No proof is required - we trust you to choose this option if it’s the right fit for your situation.

  Standard.

  This is the regular ticket price - the true cost that helps us cover our expenses and keep things running.

  This rate helps us make our classes sustainable while still offering lower-cost options for others.

  Supporter.

  This higher-priced option helps subsidise accessible tickets and supports our efforts to offer classes that are inclusive to all. Select the ‘Supporter Price’ checkbox when booking.

  If you have the means and would like to help support our community and allow us to grow our offering, choosing this option is a generous way to contribute. We’re deeply grateful for your support.