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Friday 20 June 2025
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  • Breath, Body, Bowl - An Introduction To Meditation And Buddhism

    Teacher: Shogan Parker
    Cost: 2 days' accommodation
    Dates:

    shogan parkerThis weekend retreat offers a grounded introduction to Buddhist meditation. Whether you are completely new to the practice or returning to the basics, this is an opportunity to slow down, reconnect, and begin again — right where you are.

    With breath as our anchor and body as our home, we settle into the immediacy of the present moment. The bowl reminds us to empty ourselves of distraction, to receive whatever the moment offers, and to meet experience with humility and care.

    The retreat will include guided sitting and walking meditation, open discussions on the principles of the Buddhist philosophy, and time for quiet reflection. Together, we will explore how awareness, kindness, and clarity naturally arise through steady, embodied practice — supported by the stillness of the BRC and the power of shared silence.

    All are welcome, regardless of background or belief. No prior experience with meditation is needed.

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    Shogan Parker has been practising meditation for nearly 20 years, cultivating stillness and inquiry. He took precepts with Dae Chong, Osho at Poplar Grove and now leads morning and evening zazen at the BRC, weaving verses from the Dhammapada into meditation for reflection and insight. With a keen interest in how the Dharma might evolve in an AI-driven, multiplanetary future, William embraces both tradition and possibility. He also guides qigong in the mornings and offers tai chi in the afternoons, integrating movement into mindfulness. His practice is an invitation - to sit, to move, and to explore the ever-expanding nature of awareness.

  • A Personal Retreat : Rest, Reflect, and Restore – 10% discount mid-week

    Cost: Number of days accommodation
    Dates: 08:00am - 05:00pm 

    DSC 4786 6904Join us for a personal retreat mid-week and some gentle yoga.  Enjoy the tranquillity of the space and embrace the art of doing nothing – seriously. This time out offers a slower rhythm, allowing you to step back from the busyness of life and find peace within.