A friendly and practical weekly introduction to Buddhism and meditation, with the option of joining us online or attending in-person at the Centre - no need to book ahead. We cover a different topic each time, usually in series lasting a few weeks each, and each session includes a period of led meditation.

Introducing Buddhist Ritual and the Figure of Padmasambhava

As part of our Padmasambhava Festival Day, today’s session will cover an introduction to Buddhist ritual and to the transformative figure of Padmasambhava, led by Vishangka. Everyone welcome, whether you are going to this afternoon’s festival, are a regular at Tools for Living or are simply interested. The session will be in two parts, introducing ritual at 11 am, and Padmasambhava at 12 noon. Come to either or both.

Everyone Welcome, any Saturday

Whether you are completely new to Buddhism and meditation or want to revisit the core teachings in a friendly group, join us for a warm welcome on most Saturday mornings. Come once or as often as you like and there's no need to be here for the beginning of a series - each session stands alone and we always start with a recap. Although Shakyajata, Mahabodhi and/or Suryasraddha usually lead the sessions, some great guest teachers will be leading in July and August, along with the usual team of friends from the Centre.

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Tools for Living - The Next Few Weeks

• 13th August: Loving Kindness, with Sophie and Sangha Friends
• 20th August: Loving Kindness, with Sanghadhara and Sangha Friends
• 27th August: Loving Kindness, with Ratnaguna
• 3rd September: New series starts, or maybe a one-off session

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Come to the Centre or Join us Online

These days, most people are coming here in person for Tools, with others joining in online from home. The price is the same for both options and you don't need to book. Whichever way you come, please be here in good time for a prompt and comfortable start.

£6 standard rate or £4 concessionary rate

Problem paying? We don't want to turn anyone away. If you are unable to pay the suggested rates, please contact the Centre Team on info@manchesterbuddhistcentre.org.uk and we'll work something out with you.

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Coming In-Person?

Before coming here, please read our advice on visiting the Centre in person for up-to-date information on our Covid precautions.

Joining us Online?

Join this Event through the Zoom App

• Getting the most out of Zoom
• Our online events are friendly and participative, often with opportunities to ask questions and share your own experience. Do turn your camera and microphone on if you can! Choose Join with Video option
• If a session doesn't start on time, please give it a few minutes, there may be a sudden problem at our end
• If you have any accessibility needs that might stop you from attending our zoom sessions, do get in touch with us at info@manchesterbuddhistcentre.org.uk. We'll do what we can to remove any accessibility barriers
• If you are asked for the meeting ID, it’s 89815652987
• Please make your payment through our donation site – choose Donate with Card if you don’t have a PayPal account
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Health Issues

If there are any health issues, physical, emotional or mental, that could affect your participation in a course or event, please contact the Buddhist Centre at info@manchesterbuddhistcentre.org.uk, and ask to talk confidentially to one of our Order members, before deciding whether to attend.