Bristol “Whirling Drum Meditation” Trial Workshop

Bristol “Whirling Drum Meditation” Trial Workshop

Workshop B (in English 英語)

Date: 8/11 (Fri)

Time: 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Location: Chew Stoke Church Hall, Chew Stoke, Bristol, BS40 8TU

What is Whirling Drum Meditation?

Whirling Drum Meditation is a dynamic form of meditation that calms the restless mind through intense focus and bodily control.

The concept is inspired by Sufi whirling meditation. Participants use a simple, fixed beat and repetitive, cyclical movements: revolving around the drum (orbital motion) and self-spinning (rotational motion), striking the drum as they go, mimicking the relationship between the Earth and the Sun. The process is accompanied by rhythmically structured music that sets the tempo and mood.

The Whirling Drum Meditation lasts approximately 30 minutes without interruption, followed by 15 to 30 minutes of silence.

True meditation allows everything to be as it is—without direction, goals, or methods. However, whirling drum meditation introduces a conscious focus—with direction, goals, and methods—creating a paradox.

Instructor Bio:

Lee Tze Kin, Kissii

Founder of “Kissiian Dojo”,Graduate of the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (Drama Department),Stage actor, drum instructor, and singing bowl teacher

Kissii has a deep passion for integrating spirituality and theater arts, using continuous learning and sharing to better understand himself. As per the concept of Art as Vehicle, performing arts can serve as a medium and method for spiritual practice.

IG: kissiiandojo

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Workshop Schedule:

• 10 minutes – Workshop introduction

• 45 minutes – Warm-up exercises

• 5 minutes – Break

• 30 minutes – Whirling Drum Meditation

• 15 minutes – Silent reflection

• 15 minutes – Group sharing

Capacity : 5

Age: 18 - 60

Fee:

Price: £25

Student Price: £10

* Each participant is welcome to invite two people to join the first part of the session—a 45-minute warm-up exercise—free of charge.

*We offer discounted tickets for those in need. Please email us at [email protected] for assistance.

Remarks:

1. The instructor will be teaching live from Hong Kong via Zoom.

2. Please wear warm, loose-fitting clothes. The venue has heating and provides tea and refreshments.

3. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel for the warm-up exercises. If you don’t have it, please inform us in advance.

Free Parking: There is a garden outside the hall and parking is possible on Pilgrims Way and at the top of Church Lane adjacent to the church.

Bus: Take bus 75/76 from the city center towards Hengrove Park. Get off at Vicarage Road stop. Pick up can be arranged .

For inquiries or booking, please email: [email protected]

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