Hobart Buddhist Meditation Centre offers a program of weekly sessions. Sessions include instruction in Buddhist meditation practices, presentations of Buddhist teachings, together with opportunities for questions and discussion in a supportive group.
MONDAYS
Calm Abiding Meditation – online only
A short, simple online meditation, creating space for your mind to become calm and your concentration to develop in a supportive environment.
Calm abiding practice is one of the foundation practices in all Buddhist traditions, and helps us develop mindfulness in everyday life.
All are welcome; suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners.
This practice session is also a valuable adjunct to our Tuesday evening program.
Come and sit together, wherever you are located.
Monday afternoons, 5:30-6.15 pm:
Weekly 45-minute sessions: Simply meditation.
Zoom Only Direct link
Materials: Reflections On Calm Abiding and/or Refuge prayers
TUESDAYS
Buddhist Meditation, Philosophy and Practice for a Present and Awakened Life
An invitation to explore core Buddhist principles and a way to relate differently to your own experience, with like-minded travellers.
All levels of experience are welcome.
The essence of Buddhist thought and practice is beautifully laid out in a practical and accessible way in “Stages of the Path to Enlightenment” – in Tibetan, “Lam Rim”, which offers a series of ways and means to perceive the world.
Grounding these teachings in your life will change your perception of the world. In doing that, your life may become more open and purposeful, with less struggle and you may find more compassion, love, understanding and tolerance for yourself and others.
This year we are taking a fresh approach to exploring the Lam Rim. As well as explanation of the topics, we will be focussing on applying and integrating the teachings in daily life.
There will be more space for contemplation and discussion, and no rush to fit everything into a one-year time-frame.
Classes will include a short meditation, teaching on the relevant topic and opportunities for questions and discussions in a supportive environment.
You may also find the Monday meditation sessions a helpful support for integrating new understanding and developing your concentration with Calm Abiding meditation.
All are welcome; suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners.
In-person attendees are welcome to share a cuppa at the end of the class.
Date: Tuesday evenings.
Time: 7.00 – 8.30 pm
Duration: 1 hour 30 mins
Attendance: Both In-person & Online.
Where: The Golden Room at Kickstart Arts ,12 St Johns Ave, New Town TAS 7008
Zoom link: You will receive this after registering via Humanitix
Register: Buddhist Meditation, Philosophy and Practice for a Present and Awakened Life
Our Teachers are senior students who have studied and practiced Buddhist teachings for several decades.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Please Note: For people experiencing mental health conditions, meditation is not a substitute for professional clinical treatment. Furthermore, meditation may be harmful for people experiencing Complex Trauma, PTSD, significant Substance Dependence or Psychotic Disorders. If in doubt, please seek advice from a psychologist or psychiatrist before booking your place.