Mindfulness of Breathing

Samatha is a traditional breathing mindfulness meditation technique that calms the mind and develops insight. We teach a structured practice with a series of stages that take about six months to learn. While Buddhist in origin, our classes are suitable for everyone.

Programme for 2025 at the ETNA Centre, 13 Rosslyn Road, Twickenham TW1 2AR:

• Thursday nights: Ongoing beginners’ mindfulness and meditation class, open to all, from 8pm to 9pm. No background in meditation or mindfulness is needed. Beginners are welcome to join at any time. Each week, there is an opportunity to speak one-to-one with the meditation teacher about your practice.
• Tuesday nights (at intervals through the year): 8-week Introductory course in mindfulness and meditation, from 7.15pm to 8.30pm. The next course is likely to start in January 2026.
• Monday nights: Monthly study group from 8pm to 9.30pm, open to those who have completed all stages of the Samatha meditation practice. This group includes meditation, chanting, and dhamma discussion.

Access and Facilities:

• Classes are held upstairs in the Johnson or Pope rooms at the ETNA Centre. Please ring the bell to be admitted.
• Arrive at 7.45pm for a prompt start at 8pm.
• There is a small car park at the centre, and free parking is available on surrounding streets (check signage for restrictions).
• The centre is a short walk from bus stops on St Margarets Road (A3004) and Richmond Road (A305), and a 7-minute walk from St Margarets Railway Station.

Cost: There is no charge for attending any of the groups; teaching is free. Donations are appreciated to cover room hire.

How to Register: For more information or to register, email James and Abi at tw1meditation@gmail.com for Thursday classes, Abi at richmondsamathabeginners@gmail.com for Tuesday courses, or Sarah at pricesarah@blueyonder.co.uk for the study group.