Due to the Corona virus pandemic, the Vihara is closed to the public. All classes held on the premises are cancelled until further notice.
Every TUESDAY
Drop in meditation 10 - 11 am
Every WEDNESDAY
7.00pm Vipassana Meditation (Bhavana) Instruction and Practice.
For those without any previous experience, a beginners class is also held.
7.00-7.15 Observance of Pansil
7:15-8:15 Vipassana Meditation
8.15-8.30 Metta Bhavana
8.30 Questions & Discussion
Second Saturdy of every month
Meditation Reteat, 5-8pm
Conducted by Dr Sumana Perera
MONTHLY RETREATS
In addition to the weekly meditation classes, the Vihara holds a retreat on the last Saturday of every month (except August and December) from 2.15 -7.00pm.
USUAL PROGRAMME
2.15-2.30 Introductory Talk
2.30-3.30 Sitting Meditation
3.30-4.00 Walking Meditation
4.00-4.15 Tea Break
4.15-5.00 Sitting Meditation
5.00-5.30 Walking Meditation
5.30-6.00 Dhamma Talk
6.00-6.30 Tea & Refreshment
6.30-7.00 Metta Bhavana & Discussion
All meditators - whether beginners or experienced - are welcome to participate in this all-important practice.The classes are free of charge, but you may like to make a donation towards the cost of maintenance of the Vihara.
Meditation
Recommended Reading: Mindfulness in Plain English
- Bhante Henepola Gunaratana
Dress Code when visiting London Buddhist Vihara
PLEASE DRESS MODESTLY!
Devotees and Visitors are advised to wear decent clothing to cover the body appropriately when visiting the Vihara. Exposed shoulders, sleeveless tops and shorts are considered inappropriate and disrespectful.