Take a break from busy life, and relax and unwind, contemplating Buddha's teachings, and meeting with like-minded people.
Courses and Retreats
Day Courses - 2010
Letting Go; Facing Death Without Fear (with Gen Kelsang Dragpa) - 21st February
Gen Dragpa will explain the death process, the distant and close signs of death and how to prepare for death withour fear. A clear understanding of death will help us to put things into perspective and abandon unneccesary worries and stress. Coming to terms with our death is an uplifting and enriching experience that will improve the quality of our daily life.
Peaceful Mind, Happy Mind (with Gen Kelsang Dragpa) - 14th March
We regularly experience problems and difficulties. These usually make us unhappy and may lead to an angry or depressed state of mind. In this course we will learn how to develop and maintain a peaceful mind - the source of all happiness.
Learn To Meditate In Half A Day - (Meditations for relaxation) - 28th March
Half Day Course - 10am-12.30pm.
Three guided meditations to relax body and mind which can be practised by anyone.
With regular practice, these meditations help to relax both body and mind
and lead to a deep experience of inner peace.
Learn To Meditate In Half A Day - (Meditations for a kind heart) - 18th April
Half Day Course - 10am-12.30pm.
Finding happiness through cherishing others. Three guided meditations that help us to relate to others in a positive and caring way.
By learning to cherish others, we discover a deep inner peace and contentment for ourselves.
Learn To Meditate In Half A Day - (Meditations for a clear mind) - 9th May
Half Day Course - 10am-12.30pm.
Finding happiness from a different source. Three guided meditations that lead to mental clarity and inner peace. A voyage of discovery into the mind that reveals our inner potential for lasting peace and happiness.
How To Overcome Stress (with Gen Kelsang Dragpa) - 23th May
Quite often we get an uncomfortable feeling, and if we cannot get rid of this quickly it will linger and remain with us and transform into stress. Gen Dragpa will explore the causes of stress and give us some helpful advice on how to become and remain calm, happy and stress-free.
The Path Of Loving Kindness - 4th July
This day course will focus on the development of a loving mind. Buddha said: “Love is the great protector”. We will meditate on the various minds of love and develop a strong wish to be close to others. With this feeling of love we will never feel lonely or depresses and will have a positive uplifting influence on our family and friends.
Learn To Meditate In Half A Day - (Meditations for relaxation) - 18th July
Half Day Course - 10am-12.30pm.
Three guided meditations to relax body and mind which can be practised by anyone.
With regular practice, these meditations help to relax both body and mind
and lead to a deep experience of inner peace.
All courses: 10am - 5pm
Please book in advance
Course fees: £20 (£5 non-refundable deposit; vegetarian lunch included).
Retreats - 2010
Akshobya Buddhist Centre holds a number of Buddhist retreats. These retreats provide a wonderful opportunity to focus on your spiritual practice and deepen your understanding and experience of Buddha's teachings.
Lamrim Retreat - 4th - 17th January
Beginners and experienced practitioners are welcome to attend this retreat. Make the most of this great opportunity to improve our Lamrim meditations.
We will be undertaking two full cycles of the 21 meditations from 'The Meditation Handbook' which includes Buddha's stages of the path to Enlightenment.
Vajrayogini Self-Generation Retreat - 18th - 24th January
This retreat is available to those with Highest Yoga Tantra Empowerments only.
Mahamudra Retreat - 25th - 31st January
This retreat is available to those with Highest Yoga Tantra Empowerments only.
Amitayus Retreat - 5th - 7th February
Details coming soon...
Refuge Retreat - 22nd - 27th March
Details coming soon...
Nyung Ne Fasting Retreat - 14th - 15th April
Details coming soon...
Advice From The Heart - The Kadampa Way Of Life - 11th - 13th June
Meditation in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside at this Weekend retreat at Tara Kadampa Meditation Centre with Gen Kelsang Dragpa.
Practical advice to transform our daily activities in sources of inner peace and joy. Suitable for complete beginners as well as more experienced practitioners. Between the teachings and meditations we will have lots of time to unwind and discover the Derbyshire countryside.
Booking necessary, Click Here to download a booking form.
More details will follow shortly.
Guru Yoga / Mandala Offering Retreat - 14th - 19th June
Details coming soon...
For more information about the retreats at Akshobya Centre, please contact the Centre.
