Japa Meditation Workshop

INTRODUCTION TO JAPA MEDITATION

SUNDAY 12^th JANUARY 2024, 2- 5PM     at COOMBES COMMUNITY CENTRE, ROYSTON

Would you like to do something really positive for yourself this new year?

Join me to learn about this ancient, powerful and transformative meditation technique and its many benefits. Whether you are a beginner to meditation or a practitioner looking to renew and recycle your practice, you are invited to take part in this practical and supportive workshop.

What is Japa meditation?

Repetition of any mantra is known as Japa. This is important part, or limb, of Yoga, in the quieting of the mind and its preparation for Dhyana (meditation). The mala beads can also be used in conjunction with mindfulness techniques, as will be explored in this workshop.

Through repetition and repeated effort, a term known in Yoga philosophy as abhyasa, we can create positive patterns in our minds.

“Mantra Japa produces positive mental tracks, helping us to gradually overcome spiritual darkness. It is a powerful technique for focusing the mind and for harnessing the body/mind’s subtle energies in completing the yogic path of self-transformation.” George Feuerstein.

In this three hour workshop we will explore:

• What is meditation
• How to use the mala beads in your meditation & the significance of the 108 beads
• The techniques available in this method, from mindfulness to using mantra & the healing power of sound
• An introduction to some simple mantras and their meanings
• You will be guided through a simple Japa practice followed by a guided meditation so you’ll get to experience for yourself the wonderful benefits and simplicity of this beautiful spiritual sadhana (spiritual practice).

-You will come away with tools for your own personal practice and I hope you’ll feel empowered in your own practice.

-You’ll receive a handout with notes and further reading suggestions.

-Please note that there will be no asana class (poses) during the workshop.

Opportunity for ongoing support

Following the workshop, for those who would like to opt in, I am offering a six month ongoing journey, where we will meet once a month online, in order to support each other, share any doubts, successes and challenges in our meditation practice.

This option is also a great way to stay committed to your spiritual practice, developing a positive habit and becoming accountable for your progress.

For those choosing this option, the Zoom link will be sent yo you. The dates for the support meeting groups are as follow (all Sundays):

9th Feb, 9th March, 20th April, 25th May, 29th June and 27th July

Timings 10:30- 11:30am approximately.

Here are the details:

When: SUNDAY 12^th JANUARY 2024, 2- 5PM      Where: COOMBES COMMUNITY CENTRE, ROYSTON

Workshop only: £45 current students/ £55 standard

Workshop and ongoing six month support: £110 current student/ £130 standard

Concession:£35 workshop only/ £85 workshop and ongoing 6 month support. Option available to those who may be: jobseeking, retired, NHS staff, teacher or teaching assistant, or if you have limited means and would like to join.

I hope you will embark on this programme with me and make 2025 a more harmonious, positive and joyful year. 

Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

Om shanti