30-MINUTE LUNCHTIME MEDITATION
Monday to Friday
KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTRE VICTORIA
30-Minute Lunchtime Meditation
Guided Meditation | IN-PERSON
Relax and Re-Focus! Treat yourself to a guided meditation and bring some stillness and inspiration to your day.
DAY: Monday to Friday
TIME: 12.15-12.45pm
TEACHER: Centre Teachers
WHERE: KMC Victoria, 970 Blanshard St., Victoria BC
COST: By donation
EVERYONE WELCOME!
Suitable for everyone! These guided meditations are practical methods to improve the quality of our lives through meditation and Buddhist teachings.
Drop in. No registration needed. Please arrive a few minutes before the meditation starts.
VISIT OUR BOOK SHOP
Our book shop is open before and after the meditation. We have an assortment of books on Buddhism, gift cards, Buddha images, malas (prayer beads), and prayer booklets. (cash or cards accepted)
30 MINUTES TO INNER PEACE
Take half an hour at lunchtime to relax, refresh and de-stress. Cultivate inner peace through a guided practice and enjoy the rest of your day with an inspired and positive mind.
With regular practice these meditations help us to experience mental clarity, a sense of well-being, and increased love and compassion for others.
CLASS FORMAT
Thought for the Day
Be inspired and uplifted with a bitesize teaching that introduces the meditation for the day. If we wish, we can join in and recite the Liberating Prayer, which is a chanted prayer where we connect with the inspiration of enlightened beings.
Meditation
Enjoy a 20-minute meditation to help you experience inner peace, increase your wisdom, and develop a good heart.
Concluding Advice
Practical advice on how to take the meditation experience to heart, and carry it with mindfulness into your daily life.
TEACHERS
Meagan Klaassen (Monday)
Paul Veldhoen (Tuesday)
Mariem Martinson (Wednesday)
Alice Loring (Thursday)
Grace Dawson (Friday)
LOCATION
Kadampa Meditation Centre Victoria
FAQS
WHAT ARE THE COVID PROTOCOLS FOR ATTENDANCE?
- Stay home if sick or not feeling well
- Masks are optional
MORE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. Do I need to be a Buddhist to attend?
No. Anyone can learn basic meditation and experience the benefits that come from having a peaceful mind
Q. Do I need to have any experience?
No. Everyone is welcome, including beginners. All you need is the wish to improve yourself and the quality of your life.
Q. How should I dress?
No special clothing is required, come as you are.
Q. Is there any physical exercise involved?
No. The sessions focus on meditation and teachings alone. You can choose to sit on a chair or meditation cushion.
Q. Do I need to book in advance to attend in person?
No, please just drop in a few minutes before the session starts.
Q. What is your policy regarding fragrance?
We strive to be a scent free environment. Please help us keep the air we share healthy and fragrance free. The chemicals used in scented products can make some people sick, especially those with fragrance sensitivities, asthma and allergies.
Q. What is your policy regarding late arrival?
Our doors open 15 minutes before class start. Kindly arrive at least 5-10 minutes before the session starts to facilitate getting seated. Out of kindness for our volunteers, students and Teachers, we cannot accommodate latecomers. Thank you for your understanding.
