London Gay, Bi, Trans Men's Mindfulness Meditation Group

Join a friendly, welcoming and diverse group of between 20 - 30 gay/bi/trans men in this oasis of calm only minutes from Soho.

"I never thought a group of gay men meditating together would be something I need - but I was blown away by the experience. The sense of connection, the talking and connections we make before and in the break - it was so amazing I decided to go regularly as it gave such an amazing start to the week." Phil

We meet every Monday to meditate, calm our body and mind, build resilience skills and make new friends with likeminded people.

We range in age from 20s to 80 and this makes it a great space to be able to meet and mix with a wide range of men with different experiences.

I've met some of my closest friends through the group and I know others have formed new social networks through the group, and it is friendship that most nurtures us and supports our mental health.

"I get so much from this time every week. As soon as I walk through the door, the hustle and bustle is left behind and calmness envelopes me. I love the venue, so peaceful and welcoming. As well as the mindfulness and meditation practices lead by Nick each week, helping me to fall into the present and leave past and future concerns outside, there is a real sense of community and an amazing connection with others that sets me up for the week." Jim

What You Learn

I lived for 7 years as a Buddhist monk in the Thai Forest Tradition of Ajahn Chah and have over 30 years experince of meditation. One of my first teachers described him self as a "mess in progress" and in these sessions we explore how to build the ability to navigate some of life's messiness whilst opening to the experince of living a more joyful and contented life.

We can't control life, but we can learn how to stay centred no matter what life throws at us and in this class you'll learn tools for coping with the stresses of life and how to be happier, self-resourced and more content.

Click here for a YouTube Video about the group

Who is it for?

· No previous experience needed as the sessions are fully guided.
· Experienced meditators can sit in a separate room for solo unguided meditation and then join the social.
· We sit on chairs. Mats and cushions are available if you prefer. Please wear loose clothing or bring something to change into.
Most don't RSVP so if no-one is booked in here the class will still go ahead, as it has done every Monday since 2009. The only days we don't meet are Bank Holidays.

How is it Structured?

· We start with movement practices to release tension and build energy in our body.
· This is followed by a guided mindfulness meditation lasting around 20 minutes where the focus is the breath and how to connect with a sense of bliss in our body as we meditate.
· Then there's a 20 minute refreshment break giving time to chat with others at the class.
· We finish with time in pairs/threes to have a conversation based on the theme for the night and finish with a closing circle to hear from everyone.

Time: doors open at 6.45pm for a 7pm start.

Fee (please choose what you can afford as we do not require proof of eligibility)
£15 full price (helps to support those on lower incomes pay a reduced fee)
£12 reduced fee (for those on low income)
£8 concession (for students, unemployed and retired)

If you pay on the door with card or cash there will be an admin fee of £1. Online booking is available until the class starts.

Entrance: 52 Saint Martins Lane, WC2N 4EA

Tube: Leicester Square

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