

About us
Welcome to Samadhi! We aim to introduce people to meditation and mindfulness, and to help them integrate these practices into their daily life. Everyone is welcome to join our sessions!
We engage in various meditations from the Buddhist and other contemplative traditions. Drawing on the practical experience of meditation, psychology, and Buddhist wisdom, we look at insights, teachings and new ways of thinking which help us unwind, relax, let go of things like stress and anxiety, and cultivate positive minds such as patience, compassion, and equanimity.
With a regular meditation practice, you will gain greater and greater peace of mind and discover a more positive approach to life, as well as improved levels of emotional and mental health. Meditation has numerous benefits for the health of both your body and mind, is easy to do, and something everyone can learn.
"Since nearly everyone living in the modern world is coping with an overload of thinking, remembering, and planning this may be just what the doctor ordered: a general prescription for soothing and healing overworked bodies and minds." – B. Alan Wallace
Upcoming events
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Weekly Guided Meditation & Discussion Group
·OnlineOnlineJoin us for our free weekly online guided meditations on Sundays at 10am (UK time) // 11am (Spanish time).
These sessions include a guided meditation, a short talk on our practice of the week, and some time for group discussion. There is no need to commit to every week, you can drop-in whenever you wish.
During these sessions, we will engage in various meditations from the Buddhist and other contemplative traditions. These meditations will help you to unwind, relax, let go of things like stress and anxiety, and cultivate positive minds such as patience, compassion, and equanimity.
With a regular meditation practice, you will gain greater and greater peace of mind and discover a more positive approach to life, as well as improved levels of emotional and mental health. Meditation has numerous benefits for the health of both your body and mind, is easy to do, and something everyone can learn.
Everybody is welcome to join these sessions.
To book your place and get the joining link, please visit: https://www.samadhi.org.uk/event/weekly-guided-meditation-discussion-group/
4 attendees
Metal and Water: Qi Gong from Autumn into Winter
·OnlineOnlineOnline Chi Kung / Qigong with Dan Brierley.
A seven-week online course on Wednesdays, 4 November to 16 December 2026, 10 to 11am UK time.
Every weekly session is recorded, so you can catch up at your own pace if you miss a week.
About the Course
For the next seven weeks we return to the elements.
We begin by embracing the energy of autumn through the Metal element and the Tiger. The Tiger is strong but flexible, able to be both focused and relaxed. We will also bring in some forms and flows from the Water element, the element of winter.
With Metal, the focus is on supporting the respiratory system and its relationship with the immune system: the yin and yang of our breath. With Water, we begin to explore the nervous system. Water tends to take us to a more meditative, internal place, deep and flowing, light but grounded.
What is Qi Gong?
Qi Gong is a gentle mind-body discipline with roots in the distant past. Relatively simple to learn, it is a gentle form of exercise for better health, rejuvenation and regeneration, and is sometimes called Taoist yoga.
In a hectic modern world it can be very difficult to find space to truly rest, relax and restore. Qi Gong needs no special equipment and is suitable for anyone, whatever their age, fitness or health. It is simply you giving yourself the gift of a little time, with some mindful intention and a willingness to explore.
Booking & Donations
Please book in advance through the Samadhi website.
We are embracing a sliding scale policy for this event, guided by the Buddhist principle of generosity and inclusivity. There are suggested donations to help cover the cost of running these classes, including an offering to Dan for his time. Choosing the higher option includes a donation to support our activities for the benefit of all.
We firmly believe, however, that financial constraints should never be a barrier to participation. If the suggested amount is beyond your means, please choose the lower option or contribute what you can via contacting us to help with your booking. Every offering helps make these classes possible for the collective good. Without your honesty and generosity, we wouldn’t be able to make these sessions happen!
To book your place and get the joining link, please visit: https://www.samadhi.org.uk/event/metal-and-water-qi-gong/
3 attendees
Weekly Guided Meditation & Discussion Group
·OnlineOnlineJoin us for our free weekly online guided meditations on Sundays at 10am (UK time) // 11am (Spanish time).
These sessions include a guided meditation, a short talk on our practice of the week, and some time for group discussion. There is no need to commit to every week, you can drop-in whenever you wish.
During these sessions, we will engage in various meditations from the Buddhist and other contemplative traditions. These meditations will help you to unwind, relax, let go of things like stress and anxiety, and cultivate positive minds such as patience, compassion, and equanimity.
With a regular meditation practice, you will gain greater and greater peace of mind and discover a more positive approach to life, as well as improved levels of emotional and mental health. Meditation has numerous benefits for the health of both your body and mind, is easy to do, and something everyone can learn.
Everybody is welcome to join these sessions.
To book your place and get the joining link, please visit: https://www.samadhi.org.uk/event/weekly-guided-meditation-discussion-group/
4 attendees
Live Q&A with David: Meditation, Practice & Everyday Life
·OnlineOnlineTuesday 10 November 2026, 7pm to 8pm UK time, online via Zoom.
An evening to discuss what's happening in your practice and life
Join David for a live, down-to-earth Q&A - our online take on the much-appreciated "questions box" sessions from retreats.
David will respond to as many submitted questions as he can with his usual grounded, kind and practical approach. Whether you have something specific on your mind or just want to listen in, everyone is welcome. Questions from others often touch exactly what we're working with or bring up thoughts you didn't know you had.
If you'd like David to consider your question, you can send it to him through the question box on the event page: samadhi.org.uk/event/dharma-qa-with-david/#send-question
Booking & Donations
This session is free, and donations are welcome. Please book through the Samadhi website to receive your Zoom joining details: https://www.samadhi.org.uk/event/dharma-qa-with-david/
4 attendees
Past events
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