At the Threshold : A retreat to relax, reflect and return to what matters

Schedule

Mon, 28 Dec, 2026 at 10:00 am to Wed, 30 Dec, 2026 at 06:00 pm

UTC+00:00
Location

Rigpa Buddhist Meditation Centre | London, EN

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Winter Retreat
About this Event

As one year comes to an end and another about to begin, we have an opportunity to pause. To step out of the rush of everyday life, breathe, and ask ourselves: What really matters? And how can I stay aligned with my deepest wishes?


In the midst of the noise and uncertainty of modern life, it can be easy to lose touch with our inner resources. This retreat offers a chance to step back, create space and see our lives with greater clarity and perspective.


In a vibrant, cosy environment of deep respect and connection, we will explore practical wisdom teachings for enhancing relaxation, stability and clarity of mind. Through meditation, physical exercises, reflection and enriching conversation, we will explore how understanding the mind can transform our experience and open up new possibilities for the future.


As one year ends and another begins, we will experiment with leaving the past in the past, and consider what we want to cultivate in the year ahead - shaping not only how we experience the present, but how we manifest the future.



Daily Schedule

9.30 am | Registration

10.00–11.15 am | Session 1, including physical exercises (20 mins)

Refreshment break

11.45 am–1.00 pm | Session 2: Exploring the teachings of the Buddha

Lunch

2.30–4.00 pm | Session 3: Movement and Discussion groups

Refreshment break

4.30–5.45 pm | Session 4

5.45-6.00 pm | Close with optional sharing and refreshments



Practical Information

Start: Monday 28 December, 10.00 am
End: Wednesday 30 December, 6.00 pm




Optional Extension

Thursday 31 December – Saturday 2 January
For those who would like to continue into the New Year, a retreat extension will be available to deepen meditation practice and explore further aspects of the teachings, ending at 4.00 pm on Saturday.



How to participate

This event will be held in person only.
(Registration opening soon. Stay tuned.)




Suggested Donation for 3 Days

Standard l £100
Concessions l £60
Sponsor someone else l £ ∞
Under 25’s l Free
Donate what you can l Contact [email protected] if finances prevent you from coming

Your donation will cover the costs of running the event and enable someone else to attend.
You can cancel and receive an automatic refund through Eventbrite up to 24 hours before the event.




Health and wellbeing

Please note: meditation is not a substitute for medical treatment. If you are receiving treatment for a mental or physical health condition, please continue your treatment and check with your doctor/care professional if these sessions would be suitable for you.



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Rigpa Buddhist Meditation Centre, 330 Caledonian Road, London, United Kingdom

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