Watch our Sunday Evening class live on mobile, tablet, PC and Smart TV
We recognise that not everyone is able to attend our Centre or one of our branch classes, and whilst it is always best to attend a class in-person, to make connections with like-minded people and enjoy the benefits of discussing the class or being able to ask the teacher questions afterwards, we want everyone to be able to find the inner peace and happiness the teachings of the Buddha offer.
Therefore, we are offering this Sunday evening online class to those who for whatever reason cannot attend a class in-person. Everyone is welcome on this online class which is streamed live from KMC Plymouth’s Sunday in-person evening class with Resident Teacher and ordained Kadampa Buddhist Monk, Gen Kelsang Dragden.
You can still attend this class in person however, and we recommend that you do, if you are able to. Details HERE.
Times: Sundays 6:30pm – 7:45pm
Format: Online via YouTube in real-time
Everyone is welcome, no previous experience needed.
All these classes are included as free for members. Membership is not required to watch these classes but if you would like to become a member, please click here to find out more.
Key Points to Know
Find Out The Basics
These classes are livestreamed via YouTube. You will receive a link by email for you to watch the class live for your chosen date when you complete the purchase of your ticket on TicketTailor.
1. Book your ticket online from TicketTailor using the “Book Now” button on this webpage.
2. You need to book online before the class starts.
3. You will receive an acknowledgement email from TicketTailor with your booking details and the hyperlink to the YouTube video. Keep this email safe.
4. You do not need a YouTube account to watch the livestream and you can watch on any enabled device.
5. On the day you have booked to watch the class, simply click the link from within the email you received and watch on your chosen device.
6. You will need to watch the class live in real-time as it will not be available to watch at a later date after the livestream finishes.
Full Details About These Classes, Ticket Options, Fees and Bookings
How Do These Classes Work?
These classes are livestreamed via YouTube. You will receive a link for you to watch the class live via email a short while before the class begins.
1. Purchase a ticket for the date(s) you require using the “Book Now” buttons on this webpage.
2. You need to book online before the class starts – we suggest you do so as early as possible.
2. You will receive an acknowledgement email from TicketTailor with your booking details and the hyperlink to watch the class in YouTube online.
3. If in the unlikely events that you have not received your link email, check your junk mail and then please email us as soon as possible at: epc@meditationinplymouth.org
4. The classes runs exactly the same as if you where at the Centre and is a live class with an audience. The teacher will start with an introduction, guide a short breathing meditation, offer a teaching and then a second guided meditation based on that teacher. You simply follow along as you would if you were at the Centre with us.
5. You will need to watch the class live in real-time as it will not be available to watch at a later date after the livestream finishes.
6. The livestream feed will commence a little before the class starts but the class itself will commence at 6:30pm (UK time) and finish as approximately 7:45pm.
7. Please do not share your class link with others.
Class Format
Each class is self-contained. Everyone is welcome. This class is only available to watch live, you will only be able to view it whilst it is being streamed and will not be able to view it at a later time or date.
- Guided breathing meditation
- Practical teaching
- Second meditation with guidance based on the teaching
- Start booking these classes at any time
Fees & Ticket Types
Please book your ticket in advance. Whilst the email confirmation with your class link will usually arrive very quickly, booking too close to the start of the class may mean you do not get your link before the class starts. You may book ahead for any of the listed dates available.
– Single Online Class Ticket: £7
– Members Online Class Ticket: Free. Members must also book in advance. To become a member CLICK HERE
Tips: Getting The Most From These Classes
Watching a meditation class from home or on the go can mean we are more easily distracted and so, to get the most from these classes, we suggest you might like to consider some of the following tips:
- Make sure you have everything you need ready before the class starts, including chargers for mobile devices
- Things you might need include a notepad and pen, headphones for mobile devices, a drink and possibly a blanket if its cold
- Try to watch the class a in quiet room with a comfortable temperature
- Have the lights on in darker months as a dim room can make us sleepy and less able to concentrate
- Turn off your phone(s) if you are not using it to watch the class, or put it on “do not disturb” if you are
- If other people are in the house, consider watching the class somewhere away from them so you are not disturbed by noise or interruptions. Consider asking people not to disturb you or come into the room
- Make a mental determination to focus on the class whilst its on. This can make a real difference to how much we get from the class and how engaged we are with it.
- Most of all, simply relax and enjoy the class!
Other Things to Know About
Makes sure you have access to the email account you used to book you ticket as this will be the address we will send your class link to.
We strongly advise that whichever electronic device you use to watch the class, you ensure it is fully charged or plugged into a charger or mains supply. Smart TVs with a YouTube app should function without issue provided your internet connection is viable.
When using mobile devices ensure you have a strong enough signal to stream from your chosen location. In some cases, watching at a lower quality setting my resolve any signal issues.
Tickets must be purchased before the class starts and we stongly recommend you do so well ahead of time to ensure you receive the email with your class link on it before the class starts.
KMC Plymouth cannot take any responsibility or liability for online classes missed due to internet connection failure or IT issues which do not arise at the Centre. Where a technical failure at the Centre prevents us from livestreaming or the livestream is lost part way through a class, we will contact you by email to offer an alternative replacement date by means of goodwill compensation, but refunds are not given.
Replacement dates cannot be offered for circumstances which are beyond the control of KMC Plymouth and which prevent a ticket holder from viewing the livestream .
All online class purchases are non-refundable.
We regret that whilst we will try to assist you if we can, we cannot provide any expert advice for hardware and streaming issues related to the device you use to watch our classes.
If you have any questions regarding our livestreamed class, please email us at: epc@meditationinplymouth.org
Sunday Evening Online Classes
(Live Online Class)
Healthy Habits
Sundays 6:30pm – 7.45pm (Live ONLINE)
October 12, 19, 26
Healthy Habits
We are often aware of our physical habits, our daily routines and so on, but how do the habits of our mind influence our experiences, our happiness, or whether we have had a good day or not?
A peaceful mind always brings inner peace and happiness regardless of external circumstances. By getting into the “habit” of cultivating inner peace, we can manage problems positively and find joy in everything.
On this short course of classes, we will learn about helpful mental habits to develop and how to let go of those unhelpful ones. This process will transform our negative habits into effective positive ones through understanding and simple meditations that anyone can use.
These classes are suitable for everyone, and no previous experience is needed. Each class is self-contained. Book to watch as many of few classes as you choose.
Class Format and Fees
Each class is self-contained. Everyone is welcome. This class is only available to watch live, you will only be able to view it whilst it is being streamed and will not be able to view it at a later time or date.
- Guided breathing meditation
- Practical teaching
- Second meditation with guidance based on the teaching
- Book in advance before the class starts – this also applies to KMC Plymouth members
- Start booking these classes at any time
– Single Online Class Ticket: £7
– Members Online Class Ticket: Free. Members must book in advance as above.
To become a member CLICK HERE
Important Information About These Classes and Viewing Live
Please see our website for full details of bookings, how the classes work, conditions and other general advice before booking. You can find this information HERE.
Taking Control of Your Life
Sundays 6:30pm – 7.45pm (Live ONLINE)
November 9, 16, 23
Taking Control of Your Life
We all want to be happy and free from problems and we all put energy into achieving this. So, what if we could be certain that no matter what happens, we will be able to navigate life’s ups and downs with a calm, positive and happy mind? We can even enjoy the good things in life with joy and let them go without sadness when things might end.
Whilst we cannot avoid problems and difficulties, we can take control of our life in a manner which is beneficial to us and others no matter what negativities we may experience. We can replace the thoughts and feelings which can leave us feeling like a ballon being blown around by the winds of life’s misfortunes with positive states of mind which steer us on an even keel through life.
Taking control of your life means managing our mind rather than struggling to avoid the inevitable difficulties we will face “out there”. In this way, we can tackle what is happening here and now, whilst also creating the causes of future happiness and well-being. We can all learn, understand and use proven methods to manage our life better, and secure the happiness we wish for. We can be in control!
These classes are suitable for everyone, and no previous experience is needed. Each class is self-contained. Book to watch as many of few classes as you choose.
Class Format and Fees
Each class is self-contained. Everyone is welcome. This class is only available to watch live, you will only be able to view it whilst it is being streamed and will not be able to view it at a later time or date.
- Guided breathing meditation
- Practical teaching
- Second meditation with guidance based on the teaching
- Book in advance before the class starts – this also applies to KMC Plymouth members
- Start booking these classes at any time
– Single Online Class Ticket: £7
– Members Online Class Ticket: Free. Members must book in advance as above.
To become a member CLICK HERE
Important Information About These Classes and Viewing Live
Please see our website for full details of bookings, how the classes work, conditions and other general advice before booking. You can find this information HERE.
Introduction to Tantra
Sundays 6:30pm – 7.45pm
November 30
December 7, 14
Introduction to Tantra
We’ve all heard of Tantra but do we know what it is and how to actually practice it?
Tantra is the quick path to enlightenment. It is the rarest of instructions and so we have a wonderful opportunity now to get to understand it.
Tantra involves harnessing the power of our mind and using our imagination to connect with our pure potential. By imagining the result and relating to this we create the causes to experience it in our everyday reality much more quickly. By imagining ourselves as more loving, more compassionate and wiser we can break out of the prison of the usual mundane ideas, and awaken our vast potential for pure happiness.
These introductory classes will explain what Tantra is (and what it is not), and explore how we can access the pure, inner potential we all have, to develop and train our mind towards the ultimate happiness and freedom of enlightenment.
These classes are suitable for everyone, and no previous experience is needed. Each class is self-contained. Book to watch as many of few classes as you choose.
Class Format and Fees
Each class is self-contained. Everyone is welcome. This class is only available to watch live, you will only be able to view it whilst it is being streamed and will not be able to view it at a later time or date.
- Guided breathing meditation
- Practical teaching
- Second meditation with guidance based on the teaching
- Book in advance before the class starts – this also applies to KMC Plymouth members
- Start booking these classes at any time
– Single Online Class Ticket: £7
– Members Online Class Ticket: Free. Members must book in advance as above.
To become a member CLICK HERE
Important Information About These Classes and Viewing Live
Please see our website for full details of bookings, how the classes work, conditions and other general advice before booking. You can find this information HERE.
About the Teacher
Gen Kelsang Dragden has been practicing since 2000 and was ordained in 2006. Having worked and taught in many centres, Gen Dragden is currently the Resident Teacher at KMC Plymouth, teaching evening classes, courses, and our foundation and teacher training programmes as well as branch classes.
Gen Dradgen presents Buddha’s teachings and meditations in an inspiring yet practical way. He is very skilled at explaining how to make these teachings immediately effective in our busy modern lives, which he exemplifies through his patience, kind heart and overt commitment to helping others.