Join us for a one-day retreat, held at Seacroft Village Hall, where we’ll explore the art of shamatha (sometimes simply called ‘concentration’) meditation — an ancient practice designed to calm the mind and arouse focus and clarity.
What is Shamatha?
Shamatha, or “calm abiding,” is a practice that helps you develop focus, ease, and mental clarity. By learning to settle the agitations of the mind, you can experience a deep sense of relaxation and alertness, creating space for emotional balance and inner peace.
What to Expect:
Under the guidance of visiting teacher, David Oromith, you’ll gain both an understanding of shamatha and practical techniques to incorporate it into your daily life. Whether you’re completely new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, this retreat offers something for everyone.
Through guided sessions and discussions, you’ll discover how shamatha can:
• Reduce physical and mental stress
• Improve focus and clarity
• Cultivate a lasting sense of tranquillity
This event is perfect for seasoned practitioners and anyone seeking a break from the busyness of daily life, whether you’re exploring meditation for the first time or looking for tools to de-stress and recharge.
For those on the Buddhist path:
The Buddha strongly emphasised the importance of achieving shamatha in order to achieve awakening. Shamatha is, therefore, an indispensable practice for those on this path.
Why Join?
In a world filled with constant noise and pressure, this retreat offers a much-needed pause—a chance to reconnect with yourself and find a space of calm within.
"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."
Lunch:
You can book lunch with us by donation or bring your own lunch please let us know when booking. See Tickets below.
Teas and coffee will be available throughout the day.
Booking & Donations:
There are limited places available for this day retreat. Please book in advance, see Tickets below. We rely entirely on donations. This event is not run for profit but we're hoping to cover the costs of the tour, including venue hire, travel and accommodation costs for the teacher. No one is excluded because of a lack of funds, but only through your honest generosity will we be able to continue offering these sessions for the benefit of all.
Parking & Getting Here: Please see venue information and Access below.
Seacroft Village Hall
Seacroft Village Hall
980 York Road
Leeds
LS14 6JS
United Kingdom
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53.8184324, -1.4583655
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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 putting on this event, including room hire and travel and accommodation cost for the teacher and volunteers. 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 — every offering helps make this event possible for the collective good. Without your honesty and generosity, we wouldn’t be able to make this event happen!
Access
There is a car park as well as free on-street parking and less than 13 mins drive from the city centre, as well as direct access to nearby motorways. The postcode is LS14 6JS.
Bus from City Centre:
No. 840, 843, 50 and 4F. The stop for the Village Hall is Seacroft The Green. The Village Hall is opposite the Church.
Cycling from City Centre:
Cycling Route.
