OUR EVENTS
Welcome to our dedicated space for Mindfulness, Wellbeing, and other events in Cardiff, a cornerstone of Samye Foundation Wales. Here we offer a diverse array of mindfulness workshops, retreats, and classes designed to nurture mental well-being and personal growth.
Our events, set in the heart of Cardiff, provide unique opportunities for both beginners and experienced practitioners to explore mindfulness practices. Join us in this tranquil environment where each session is a step towards inner peace and self-discovery.
Discover the transformative power of mindfulness through our expert-led events and embrace a journey towards a more centered and balanced life.
8 MONTH MINDFULNESS COURSE
with anthony
This 32 week (8 month) Mindfulness course was developed by Anthony Harris, a long term practitioner of Mindfulness, He has drawn from his experience to enhance the 8 week Mindfulness course by giving the course attendee a deep understanding of Mindfulness. This course will only be run once a year. Please click on the video link for more information about this course: https://sfwales.org/8-month-mindfulness-course-with-anthony/
The purpose of the 8 Week Mindfulness Training was to act as an introduction to Mindfulness, so that the student was familiar with the fundamental aspects of Mindfulness practice. Proceeding on from here is this 8 Month Mindfulness Training. It is designed to lead the participant deeper into their understanding and practice of Mindfulness, and how to integrate this into everyday life.
In this 8-month training, we will be exploring ways of continuing to mature our minds, of gaining more insight into the psychological and energetic blocks that we experience as human beings, which directly or indirectly, affect our practice.
Much of the work will be about us gaining a deepening appreciation and understanding of what we mean by “relationship” i.e. how we primarily relate to ourselves and as a consequence, how we relate to our environment and the other beings within it. It will be about gaining a clearer insight and application of what underpins this whole process. If we practice and reflect on our practice, we will begin to appreciate that the journey of Mindfulness is really about Heartfulness i.e. that it is Compassion that we really need, if we are to understand what we are doing as meditators.
The main practices will be our individual meditation. There will be formal mindfulness practices as well as informal mindfulness practices. These will in turn be supported by the use of enquiry, reflective practice and the use of journal keeping. These practices need to be done in conjunction to one another if we are to truly integrate with what we are doing, and benefit as a result.
This is essentially a journey of discovery. It is about honing our skill in relationship, both inner and outer, which is essentially about compassion and kindness.
8 WEEK MINDFULNESS RESILIENCE TRAINING COURSE
with Lorraine
Learn how to remain calm, grounded and focused throughout your life.
Our Mindfulness Resilience Training Course is run over 8 weekly sessions where you will be supplied with notes and MP3s so that you can practise on the days in between classes. Through practice, you will begin to notice how distracted your mind is and how this can lead to anxiety and stress. Those who may have done an 8 week course before with us will learn new techniques to build on their inner resilience
"Mindfulness is being in the moment, knowing what is happening in the moment, both in our own minds and around us, no matter what it is." Rob Nairn
You will become calmer, grounded and more focused as you create the habit of bringing your attention back to being in the present moment. Also you will learn why you get anxious or stressed, hear what the neuroscientists say about mindfulness and the positive effects it has on our brain when we practice it regularly. You will also learn about different applications of mindfulness. The courses teaches you techniques you can weave into your day, as well as look at the attitudes of mind that we can develop to become more mindful.
“Really enjoyable. Great environment, interesting and helpful techniques to experience… and great opportunity to meet new people” (Course participant)
This course will be facilitated by experienced tutors. See the tutor page for more information: https://sfwales.org/our-tutors/
Wheelchair Accessibility: Mindfulness courses in Cardiff are taught on our ground floor where there is a wheelchair accessible toilet. Please contact us prior to your visit at admin@sfwales.org or call 02920 228 040 should you need wheelchair access so we can prepare the ramp to the front door.
Cost: £180
If you would like to attend the course but need a concessionary rate please contact admin@sfwales.org to discuss some options.
7:15 PM to 8:45 PM BST
TUeSDAY & WEDNESDAY Guided Mindfulness Meditation
free event
Start your morning off with a 30 minute guided Mindfulness session with Lorraine. The session will follow traditional mindfulness exercises and hopefully help you to start your day off in a focused, clear and calm way. Lorraine has been a mindfulness practitioner for over 30 years and is also a mindfulness trainer delivering traditional 8 week Mindfulness courses either on a one to one basis and in group sessions.
ONLINE zoom session
Every week on Tuesday & Wednesday
08:00 AM
INTRODUCTION TO MINDFULNESS WORKSHOP
with Lorraine
This 2 hr 30 min workshop will be delivered by Lorraine, a long term practitioner an of mindfulness who delivers Mindfulness talks, workshops and courses to organisations and individuals and has years of experience. This workshop will identify what mindfulness is, why it works and you will have opportunity to practise mindfulness exercises that you will be able to apply at home or at work.
NORMAL WORKSHOP COST: £30 but we are offering this workshop for £20. If cost is a difficulty for you then there is an option to make a donation. Please just follow the link below as bookings are necessary.
Thursday, September 12, 2024
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM BST
SOUND BATHING MEDITATION WITH SIMON
20 September
TRANQUIL RETREAT DAY
WITH ANTHONY AND LORRAINE
Meditation Practise retreat day with different sessions guided by Lorraine or Anthony. Both meditation practitioners have many years experience and will gently guide you through the day.
There will be sessions of sitting practice, walking meditation, mindful movement session and relaxation practise.
We believe mindfulness should always have the motivation of compassion running through the practice sessions and Anthony will give a brief talk at the start of the day about this so one can quietly reflect on this.
If the weather is good there may be opportunities to sit outside to appreciate and experience the calm of the waterfall and different sounds in the garden that can lead to tranquility.
The cost for the day is £35 and this will include your vegetarian or vegan lunch and refreshments.
If you pay as a supporter of the centre then the retreat day is included in your package. You would just need to pay for your food and refreshments.
Saturday, September 21, 2024
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM BST
SOUND BATHING MEDITATION WITH SIMON
11 october
MINDFULNESS RETREAT DAY
WITH LORRAINE
Mindfulness Practise retreat day will be led by Lorraine Harris, a mindfulness tutor for Samye Foundation Wales.
There will be sessions of sitting practice, walking meditation, mindful movement session and relaxation practise.
This retreat is for anyone that has done an 8 week Mindfulness course with either Lorraine or Anthony at the centre, or have done an 8 week Mindfulness course elsewhere.
If the weather is good there may be opportunities to sit outside to appreciate and experience the calm of the waterfall and different sounds in the garden that can lead to tranquility.
The cost for the day is £35 and this will include your vegetarian or vegan lunch and refreshments.
If you pay as a supporter of the centre then the retreat day is included in your package as long as you have had mindfulness training. You would just need to pay for your food and refreshments.
Saturday, October 26, 2024
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM BST
MEDITATION AND FEARLESS LIVING: A Talk at Llanover Hall
by Gelong Thubten
Based on Gelong Thubten’s latest bestselling book, ‘Handbook for Hard Times - a monk’s guide to fearless living’.
DETAILS:
Thubten will explain the topic of cultivating inner happiness and compassion through meditation practice. Life in the modern world has become increasingly busy and pressurised, with the constant search for happiness from material things now more intense than ever.
Thubten will explain how meditation and mindfulness help us to handle life’s challenges with greater resilience. Through meditation we can transform our thoughts, emotions and reactions, and difficult situations can make us stronger. Topics will include exploring the nature of fear and anxiety, and how to become more fearless. We will look at how to establish a daily meditation practice, how to work with pain and suffering, the development of compassion and how to cultivate the skill of forgiveness.
The talk will be followed by a book signing in the cafe at Llanover Hall where you will be able to purchase hot drinks. The book 'Handbook for Hard Times' can be purchased in the cafe at £17.99 per hard cover book. We will also have Thubten's book: A Monk's Guide to Happiness on sale. Softcover is £6 and Hard Cover (now out of print) £17.99.
About
Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation teacher and author. He became a monk 30 years ago and has spent over six years in isolated retreats, including one which lasted for four years. He is regarded as one of the UK’s most influential meditation teachers, working with hospitals, schools, companies, prisons and rehab centres. He has lectured at Oxford University and for large organisations such as Google and The United Nations. He is also a director of several meditation centres as well as the humanitarian aid charity ROKPA International. Thubten is the author of the Sunday Times bestseller ‘A Monk’s Guide to Happiness’ as well as his new book ‘Handbook for Hard Times’. He also worked with Ruby Wax and neuroscientist Ash Ranpura on the book and live tour, 'How to be Human'.
Thursday, October 24, 2024
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM BST
KEY PRINCIPLES OF TIBETAN BUDDHISM
A DAY'S COURSE WITH GELONG THUBTEN
Gelong Thubten will explain some of the main principles of the Vajrayana Tibetan Buddhist path, including topics such as:
The three vehicles of Buddhism - Hinayana, Mahayana and Vajrayana.
Tantric deity meditation and mantra recitation.
What are empowerments and why do we need them?
The meaning and importance of lineage.
Tibetan Buddhist shrines and shrine rooms.
The benefits of chanting in Tibetan.
Then benefits of retreat and intensive practice.
This workshop will be especially helpful for those who recently took refuge, but is also a good opportunity for those who are more experienced and wish to revisit their understanding of these key points. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers.
THIS IS A DONATION BASED EVENT AND THE SUGGESTED DONATION FOR THE DAY IS £20. There will be a donation bowl in the room for you to put you donation in. Seating is limited so please book your cushion for £5 and follow this link: https://www.cardiff.samye.org/event-details/key-principles-of-tibetan-buddhism-a-days-course-with-gelong-thubten
Sunday, October 27, 2024
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM GMT
SOUND BATHING MEDITATION WITH SIMON
15 November
SOUND BATHING MEDITATION WITH SIMON
20 December
one to one mindfulness session
with Anthony
One to one mindfulness sessions with Anthony are delivered at our Cardiff Mindfulness Centre.
Mindfulness One to Ones can be helpful for many people because they offer customised teaching at a time and pace to suit the individual. One to Ones are also great for students who prefer to discuss their practice privately rather than in a class setting. Sessions can be held during the day or early evening, subject to tutor availability.
You can book single sessions as you go, but we also offer a discounted package of 4 sessions.
The cost per session 2hr session with Anthony is £70 for individual bookings, or £240 for 4 sessions if paid as a block booking.
Our Mindfulness centre is wheelchair accessible and a wheelchair accessible toilet is available. Please call us on 02920 228040 or email: admin@sfwales.org so we can prepare the access ramp in advance of your visit.
Payments for One to One Mindfulness Sessions:
Please contact admin@sfwales.org and address either to Lorraine and Anthony to book a session. They will send you the BACS details to pay for your sessions.
Also you can use the following PayPal link to pay for the session:
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/6DVQE36UGZ6LN
Or scan this PayPal QR code
one to one mindfulness session
with Lorraine
One to one mindfulness sessions with Lorraine are delivered either at our Cardiff Mindfulness Centre or via Zoom Online.
Mindfulness One to Ones can be helpful for many people because they offer customised teaching at a time and pace to suit the individual. One to Ones are also great for students who prefer to discuss their practice privately rather than in a class setting. Sessions can be held during the day or early evening, subject to tutor availability.
You can book single sessions as you go, but we also offer a discounted package of 4 sessions.
The cost per session 1hr 15 min session with Lorraine is £50 for individual bookings, or £160 for 4 sessions if paid as a block booking.
Our Mindfulness centre is wheelchair accessible and a wheelchair accessible toilet is available. Please call us on 02920 228040 or email: admin@sfwales.org so we can prepare the access ramp in advance of your visit.
Payments for One to One Mindfulness Sessions:
Please contact admin@sfwales.org and address either to Lorraine and Anthony to book a session. They will send you the BACS details to pay for your sessions.
Into work advice service
Free Drop In Service
Drop in session to start the journey with Into Work. Job Club assists with:
- CVs
- Job Applications
- Universal Credit
- Referrals for training and qualifications
- Referrals to other areas of Into Work
- and more!
yoga with Lorraine Phillips
Hatha Yoga lesson with Lorraine Phillips. Every Thursday 9.30 to 10.30am
A gentle lesson which combines breathing exercises and a variety of postures. Suitable for all ages and abilities. Please bring your own mat, water, and a warm blanket for relaxation.
Please contact Lorraine Phillips before first class by phone 07817 872444
£5 per class
Every week on Thursday at 9