Unfortunately we are not currently offering any introductory or beginners classes and membership of the Bridgend Group is currently no longer possible due to venue limitations. The situation is fluid however and may change over time. Please use the contact page to enquire regarding the current situation.
We used to welcome complete beginners who initially needed to enrol on the introductory course before joining the main group if they chose to continue their development, as well as those with meditation experience looking to practice with others (they too however were advised to engage via the introductory group in order to ensure consistency).
Contact David (Dorje) via the contact page.
The five to six week introductory course ‘Heart of Meditation’ ran at various times throughout the year.
The type of meditation we practice is called ‘Formless Meditation‘ to differentiate it from other types of meditation that use form or visualisation. Learning this type of mindful meditation can help us to feel more relaxed and less stressed. Find out more about Formless Meditation at www.howtomeditate.org.uk.
Introductory classes used to begin with an introduction to formless meditation delivered in a non-doctrinal fashion, for those who initially simply want to learn to meditate (see weekly format below).
The “Heart of Meditation” course was aimed mainly at beginners but is also suitable for those with previous meditation experience who wish to learn about “formless meditation” and receive further instruction from an experienced meditator and teacher trained in mentoring and communicating meditation techniques.
It is important but not essential to try and attend all the sessions where possible but especially the initial session. An advance payment of £45 is requested to cover the full cost of the course.
Use the contact page to request any more information or ask a question.
Venue
Quaker Meeting House, 87 Park Street, Bridgend, CF31 4AZ
Attendees pay a contribution of £3 per session towards the cost of facility hire and other miscellaneous expenses.
Times
Introductory meditation classes run regularly throughout the year. (please check availability, these are not drop-in classes and must be booked using the contact page).
Main established group classes – 7.00 pm – 8.45 pm (these are also not drop-in classes, please contact Dorje, using contact page, if you are considering attending).
The Introductory Course consists of the following:
Week 1 – Welcome and introduction to the Essence.
Week 2 – Setting up a Practice.
Week 3 – Working with the Body.
Week 4 – Integrating & Reflecting.
Week 5 – Working with Difficulty.
Week 6 – Taking it Further?
Disclaimer: We are extremely grateful to the Bridgend Quakers for allowing us access to their facilities, however, that in no way means that they endorse the Bridgend Meditation & Dharma Group or indeed vice versa. The Group however, has the greatest respect for all Quaker organisations and practitioners and feel sure that respect is reciprocated.
Bridgend Meditation & Dharma Group 