Whitstable Meditation Group - Learn to Meditate

This course provides a complete introduction to mindfulness meditation. Taught by trained and experienced instructors, Vinita Joseph and Bernadette Lax, it is open to both beginners as well as those wishing to refresh and deepen their practice. People of any faith and none are all most welcome.

The four full-day workshops will be held at The Umbrella Centre in their spacious café space overlooking the garden. A simple meal will be provided during the lunch break when there will also be time to go for a walk on the beach or in town for those who wish.

Each workshop will involve guided meditation instruction, meditation practice and discussion. The course is interactive and aims to make the instructions experiential and relevant to our everyday lives.

About the Teachers

Vinita Joseph has enjoyed careers both as a family lawyer and as an academic. She has run meditation groups and courses for many years and is now a meditation teacher with Shambhala London. She lives with her wife in Whitstable.

Bernadette Lax is also a trained meditation instructor. She introduced meditation to both children and staff whilst headteacher of a local school. Currently she runs a weekly meditation group in Whitstable.

Important Information

Dates: Sundays 22nd January, 19th February, 19th March and 16th April 2023
Timings: 9.30 to 4.00 pm
Location: Umbrella Centre, 10 Oxford Street, Whitstable CT5 1DD

The course is run on a pay what you can basis. We understand that finances are tight for many and no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. For those who can afford it, we suggest a donation of £15.00 per class.

Places are limited to sixteen so early booking is recommended. Preference will be given to those able to attend all or at least three of the four sessions.

Please contact [email protected] for more information and to register your interest. You must book via email in advance in order to attend.