Balajit

For several years, Balajit has been regularly leading retreats at the Vajraloka Buddhist Retreat Centre in North Wales. He also runs meditation workshops and events across the Uk and in Ireland. His teaching places particular emphasis on how developing a felt connection with the ground and body awareness, support the deepening of meditation and mindfulness. 

He also focuses on exposing and loosening assumptions and views we hold that limit us in our everyday lives – with a range of exercises and techniques to help make this happen.

Yoga and Meditation

Friday, 23 August 2019 to Friday, 30 August 2019 2019

Going Deeper retreats are an ideal first regulars retreat.  They are suitable for anyone who has already done an introductory retreat, or who has been attending their local Triratna centre and wants to take things deeper.  Going Deeper – with Yoga and Meditation will emphasise a body based approach to meditation supported by the mindful body work of Yoga to help us develop a fuller physical and emotional awareness.  We will continue exploring the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana but also introduce a stronger Just Sitting and reflection element to the practice.  These retreats will

Booking Fee: 
£75.00

Mindfulness and the Path to Freedom

Friday, 28 September 2018 to Friday, 5 October 2018 2018

Far from just a means of relaxation, the Buddha’s teaching of mindfulness can bring new levels of meaning, direction and joy to our lives.  On this retreat we will be exploring some of the most relevant teachings for modern life, and how we can directly put them into practice.  We will be doing some light Qi Gong movement to help us inhabit our bodies more fully.

Booking Fee: 
£75.00

Yoga and Meditation

Friday, 24 August 2018 to Friday, 31 August 2018 2018

Going Deeper retreats are an ideal first regulars retreat. They are suitable for anyone who has already done an introductory retreat, or who has been attending their local Triratna centre and wants to take things deeper. Going Deeper – with Yoga and Meditation will emphasise a body based approach to meditation supported by the mindful body work of Yoga to help us develop a fuller physical and emotional awareness. We will continue exploring the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana but also introduce a stronger Just Sitting and reflection element to the practice.

Booking Fee: 
£75.00

Mindfulness, path to freedom

Friday, 2 February 2018 to Friday, 9 February 2018 2018

Far from just a means of relaxation, the Buddha’s teaching of mindfulness can bring new levels of meaning, direction and joy to our lives.  On this retreat we will be exploring some of the most relevant teachings for modern life, and how we can directly put them into practice.  We will be doing some light physical movement of Qi Gong to help us inhabit our bodies more fully.

For more information read the retreat information sheet.

Booking Fee: 
£75.00

mindfulness and the path to freedom

Friday, 6 October 2017 to Friday, 13 October 2017 2017

Far from just a means of relaxation, the Buddha’s teaching of mindfulness can bring new levels of meaning, direction and joy to our lives.  On this retreat we will be exploring some of the most relevant teachings for modern life, and how we can directly put them into practice.  We will be doing some light physical movement of Qi Gong to help us inhabit our bodies more fully.

For more information, read the retreat information sheet.

Booking Fee: 
£75.00

hillwalking and meditation

Friday, 8 September 2017 to Friday, 15 September 2017 2017

Nature is for many of us an important source of spiritual nourishment in an increasingly busy world.  On these retreats we will combine traditional Buddhist teachings with the simple practice of spending time walking in the rich and beautiful landscapes that surround Dhanakosa.  Guided walk options will be available to suit all levels of fitness.

For more information read the retreat information sheet.

Booking Fee: 
£75.00

going deeper - yoga and meditation

Friday, 26 May 2017 to Friday, 2 June 2017 2017

This retreat will emphasise a body-based approach to meditation supported by the mindful bodywork of Yoga to help us develop a fuller physical and emotional awareness. We will continue exploring the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana and also introduce a stronger Just Sitting and reflection element to the practice. 

For more information read the retreat information sheet.

Booking Fee: 
£75.00

mindfulness and the path to freedom

Friday, 2 September 2016 to Friday, 9 September 2016 2016

Far from just a means of relaxation, the Buddha’s teaching of mindfulness can bring new levels of meaning, direction and joy to our lives. On this retreat we will be exploring some of the most relevant teachings for modern life, and how we can directly put them into practice. We will be doing some light physical movement of Qi Gong to help us inhabit our bodies more fully.

For more information, please read the retreat information sheet.

Booking Fee: 
£75.00

yoga and meditation

Friday, 1 July 2016 to Friday, 8 July 2016 2016

These retreats combine introductory meditation teaching with yoga. The supportive atmosphere of the retreat allows us to develop and deepen both practices, and understand how the two augment each other. Both meditation and yoga teaching will be from first principles and will be suitable for complete beginners.

For more information, please read the retreat information sheet.

Booking Fee: 
£75.00

hillwalking and meditation

Friday, 13 May 2016 to Friday, 20 May 2016 2016

Nature is for many of us a vital source of spiritual nourishment in an increasingly busy world. On these retreats we will combine traditional Buddhist teachings with the simple practice of spending time walking in the rich and beautiful landscapes that surround Dhanakosa. Guided walk options will be available to suit all levels of fitness.

For more information, please read the retreat information sheet.

 

Booking Fee: 
£75.00