Whichever Class You Choose, Everyone is Welcome!
We offer a wide range of days and times for our classes, courses, events and retreats so there is something accessible for everyone throughout the week. Everyone is welcome, whether you are a complete beginner or someone with years of experience in meditation. Our general programme classes and events make up the bulk of what we offer but for further information about the three different programmes we offer, please see our separate page.
In essences however, all of our evening classes, lunchtime meditations and Saturday events are suitable for both beginners and those with experience of meditation. Beginners are also welcome at our retreat days and weekends.
Questions
Answers to some common questions are given below as well as links to all our class venues and our events by type.
Yes, We’re Open To the Public and No, You Don’t Need To Be A Member
Our centre and branch classes are open to the public and anyone can attend an event, class or simply pop-in to our centre in Plymouth for a coffee and a slice of cake in our World Peace Café. You do not need to be a Buddhist, or need to become one, to attend. Everyone, regardless of their level of experience or background, can come and benefit from these classes.
Where & When Are Your Classes?
We hold classes and meditation events throughout the week and at weekends in the evenings and during the day, both at our main centre in Plymouth and at our various branches in Devon and East Cornwall.
Below you’ll find quick links to our various classes, venues, retreats and other events – scroll down or jump to the list HERE.
Is There A Beginners Class?
You don’t need to come to special class for beginners. Simply come along to one of our evening classes at either the centre in Plymouth or one of our branch classes elsewhere. Alternatively, you could try one of our weekday lunchtime meditations at the centre. All these classes are self-contained, have teacher led guided meditations and there are plenty of experienced people about who will be only too pleased to help and advise you. The best way to begin a meditation practice is simply to come to a class.
Do I Need Special Clothes or Equipment For Your Classes?
No – simply wear what is comfortable for you to sit in. You might find a notebook and pen helpful to jot down some key points in a class for future reference though. We sit on chairs for these classes but at the centre in Plymouth, floor cushions are also available to use if you prefer.
What Happens In A Class?
In these classes we can learn simple and practical advice that makes sense according to our daily experience and use this to solve our daily problems. In this way we come to experience a sense of peace and happiness in our lives. These classes provide a perfect introduction to Buddhist teachings and meditations. Most classes start with a guided breathing meditation to calm our mind and help us focus in the the class, followed by a teaching on a given topic and ends with a further guided meditation. There is the opportunity to discuss the class afterward with fellow attendees and to ask the teacher questions.
Are Events at the Weekend Suitable For Everyone?
Yes. With just a couple of exceptions in each year, all our evening classes, weekend half-day and full-day courses and our weekend urban retreats, other retreats and empowerments are suitable for everyone. Any events which might need some previous experience are labelled as such; so generally speaking everyone is welcome at everything we put on.
Need Some Help or Advice?
Please do contact us HERE is you have any questions or would like further information about our classes, events or the centre in general. Likewise if you are not sure which class to come to, please let us know and we will be pleased to advise you.
We look forward to welcoming you.
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All Our Classes
Classes In Plymouth
Sunday Evenings
6:30pm-7:45pm
Tuesday Evenings
7pm-8:15pm
Thursday Evenings
7pm-8:15pm
Weekday Lunchtimes
12:30pm-1:00pm
Tuesday Mornings
10:30am-11:30am
Classes in Devon and East Cornwall
Bideford
Wednesdays, 7pm-8:30pm
Holsworthy
Tuesdays, 7pm-8:15pm
Liskeard
Wednesdays, 7pm-8:15pm
Saltash
Tuesdays, 7pm-8:15pm
Totnes
Mondays, 5:45pm-7pm
Weekend Events, Retreats and Online Classes
Weekend Events
Saturdays, Sundays and Whole Weekends
Retreats
Full days, half-day Urban Retreats, and more
Online Classes
Live-streamed Via YouTube on Sundays
Study Programmes with KMC Plymouth
Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso has designed the three special Study Programs for the systematic study and practice of Modern Buddhism that are especially suited to the modern world. More details are given on our page.
West & Central Cornwall Classes
Ganden Ling Kadampa Meditation Centre, Truro
For classes in central and west Cornwall, please see the Ganden Ling Kadampa Meditation Centre website.