For people who think they can't meditate

10-week meditation course

If your mind feels like it never stops, if you've tried meditation apps and given up, or if you think meditation is only for naturally calm people, this course is specifically designed for you.

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If you'd like to hear when the next one starts, get in touch. Want to start now? Try a Breathe. Meditate. Relax. class.

I'm not going to promise you'll become zen. I will teach you practical tools for when your mind is spinning, your stress levels are through the roof, and sleep feels impossible.

More than just "mindfulness"

This isn't sitting in silence hoping your thoughts stop. That rarely works, and it can actually make anxiety worse. Instead, we work systematically through techniques that give your busy mind something useful to do.

Over 10 weeks, you'll learn breath practices, body awareness techniques, and ways to observe your thoughts without getting caught up in them. We also explore the ethical foundations of yoga, not religious rules, but practical guidance for living with less inner conflict.

The course takes practice. You'll need 10 to 20 minutes most days, and some sessions will feel dull or frustrating. That is part of learning.

The difference

Why take a course instead of using an app?

Real guidance

When you get stuck (and you will), there's someone who knows what they're talking about to help you through it

Community

Learning alongside others who are struggling with the same challenges you are

Accountability

A daily practice requirement that actually helps you build the habit

Different techniques

We explore multiple approaches so you can find what works for your particular type of mind

Questions answered

Apps can't respond when you ask 'Is it normal that my mind gets busier when I try to meditate?'

The curriculum

What you'll learn

Breath awareness and pranayama techniques

Body scanning and relaxation methods

Mindfulness in daily activities

Working with difficult emotions

The yoga ethics (yamas and niyamas)

Creating a sustainable home practice

Understanding your thought patterns

Self-compassion practices

Real stories

Student experiences

"Two blocks of CBT hadn't worked for me. Nothing could have prepared me for the impact this journey has had. I truly understand why I felt so anxious and feel like I have control over my own mind again."
— Hannah, Sutton

"I arrived when I felt my whole life had fallen apart. This course has changed my life - I look and feel different, and my family and friends have noticed too."
— Trudi, Surrey

"It has helped me far more than three years' counselling. I have discovered the joy of inner peace."
— Janice, Wallington

The details

Course structure

When

Saturday or Sunday late mornings, 90 minutes weekly

Group size

Maximum 8 people, minimum 6 for the course to run

Format

Mix of instruction, guided practice, and discussion

Materials

All provided, plus weekly email support and check-ins

Home practice

10-20 minutes daily (starts at 10 mins, builds gradually)

Journal

Weekly guided prompts to track your experience

What this isn't

I won't promise you'll achieve enlightenment, stop having problems, or become a different person. Meditation isn't about transcending your humanity. It's about being more skilfully human.

This isn't a spiritual course, though some people find it spiritually meaningful. It's practical training for your mind, like going to the gym for your mental fitness.

Honest expectations

The reality of learning meditation

Some sessions will feel amazing. Others will be frustrating, boring, or seemingly pointless. Both experiences are completely normal and part of the process.

Your mind will resist. You'll forget to practise some days. You'll wonder if you're doing it "right." All of this is expected, and we'll work through it together.

The benefits are cumulative and often subtle at first. You might notice you sleep better, react less to daily annoyances, or find small moments of calm in chaos.

Ready to train your mind?

It takes genuine commitment - if you're looking for a quick fix, this isn't it.

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