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Mindfulness Retreats, Talks & Events

Keep up to date with all the mindfulness talks and events taking place listed here. Be sure not to miss out!

Forthcoming Events

March 2014 - October 2014

Transforming Your Life Through Mindfulness
07
MAR
to
26
OCT
What it's about:
This exclusive residential weekend is designed to offer an experiential introduction to mindfulness meditation and its application in cultivating mental health, well being and self-development.
Dates:
Fri 07th - Sun 09th March 2014
Fri 26th - Sun 28th June 2014
Fri 07th - Sun 09th August 2014
Fri 24th - Sun 26th October 2014
Venue:
Shropshire, UK
Event link:

Past Events

April 2014

Craft Culture Self Healing & Self-Discovery Retreat
03
OCT
to
07
OCT
What it's about:
This unique and exclusive retreat has been designed for Craft-culture grounded in the fields of transpersonal psychology and consciousness studies integrating many Eastern wisdom traditions.
Date:
Thu 3rd - Mon 7th April 2014
Venue:
Frigiliana nr Malaga, Spain
Event link:

November 2013

Mindfulness at Coventry Cathedral - Bringing Peace to the City of Peace
30
NOV
What it's about:
A craft culture event bringing mindfulness to the residents of Coventry and surrounding areas. Bringing peace to the residents in the city of peace and reconciliation. Hosted at Coventry Cathedral
Date:
Sat 30th November 2013
Venue:
Coventry Cathedral
Event link:

October 2013

Super healing and wellbeing retreat with Mindfulness and Self compassion II
04
OCT
to
07
OCT
What it's about:
Just before winter sets in we have got a beautiful retreat organised in the beautiful Shropshire country side.
Date:
Fri 4th - Mon 7th October 2013
Venue:
Shropshire, UK
Event link:

September 2013

Craft Culture Autumn Retreat:
Cultivating physical, emotional and spiritual health and wellbeing
12
SEP
to
16
SEP
What it's about:
This is a retreat specifically for individuals who may have been meditating for a little while or are looking to discover the next level of self-realisation and self-actualisation.
Date:
Thu 12th - Mon 16th September 2013
Venue:
Spain
Event link:

August 2013

Self-Empowerment Retreat
Unlocking Creativity and Contentment II
02
AUG
to
04
AUG
What it's about:
This retreat is designed for people who are feeling stuck, lost and looking for a boost to help them discover themselves in a safe and nurturing environment.
Date:
Fri 2nd - Sun 4th August 2013
Venue:
Spain
Event link:

July 2013

Re-evolution 2013
The Ultimate Self-Discovery Retreat I
5
JUL
to
7
JUL
What it's about:
This is the second year we have run this transformative retreat that is focused on providing you with the opportunity to reflect, re-discover and re-evaluate your life from a different perspective, identify opportunities and processes to reshape your life and sense of 'Self' with renewed levels of authenticity.
Date:
Fri 5th - Sun 7th July 2013
Venue:
Shropshire, UK
Event link:

June 2013

Re-evolution 2013
The Ultimate Self-Discovery Retreat II
20
JUN
to
24
JUN
What it's about:
This is the second year we have run this transformative retreat that is focused on providing you with the opportunity to reflect, re-discover and re-evaluate your life from a different perspective, identify opportunities and processes to reshape your life and sense of 'Self' with renewed levels of authenticity.
Date:
Thu 20th - Mon 24th June 2013
Venue:
Spain
Event link:

May 2013

Self-Empowerment Retreat:
Unlocking Creativity and Contentment I
03
MAY
to
06
MAY
What it's about:
This retreat is designed for people who are feeling stuck, lost and looking for a boost to help them discover themselves in a safe and nurturing environment.
Date:
Fri 3rd - Mon 6th May 2013
Venue:
Shropshire, UK
Event link:
Self-Healing with Meditation and
Self-Compassion I
09
MAY
to
13
MAY
What it's about:
This Mindfulness & Compassion based retreat is designed to improve physical, psychological and emotional health.
Date:
Thu 9th - Mon 13th May 2013
Venue:
Spain
Event link:
Transpersonal Psychology: The 7 Keys Retreat
10
MAY
to
12
MAY
What it's about:
This unique Transpersonal Psychology and Personal Growth retreat, uses the latest understandings of transpersonal psychology, bio-energetic exercises, kundalini yoga, meditation, dance therapy, chi kung, tai chi and Holotropic breathing.
Date:
Fri 10th - Sun 12th May 2013
Venue:
Spain
Event link:
Transforming your life through
Mindfulness and Self-discovery
17
MAY
to
19
MAY
What it's about:
An exclusive workshop residential retreat set in the beautiful Shropshire hills facilitated by Dav Panesar, (Mindfulness teacher and Transpersonal Psychologist).
Date:
Fri 17th - Sun 19th May 2013
Venue:
Shropshire, UK
Event link:
Self Healing & Self-Discovery Retreat
24
MAY
to
27
MAY
What it's about:
This unique and exclusive retreat has been designed to follow on from the Re-Evolution Retreat. Grounded in the fields of transpersonal psychology and consciousness studies integrating Eastern wisdom traditions including Chinese medicine, acupuncture, chi gong with Mindfulness and Symran (Mantra and sacred sound mindfulness) this retreat provides you with the opportunity to reflect, re-discover and re-evaluate your life from a different perspective, identify opportunities and processes to reshape your life and sense of 'Self' with renewed levels of authenticity.
Date:
Fri 24th - Mon 27th May 2013
Venue:
Shropshire, UK
Event link:

April 2013

Craft Culture Spring Retreat:
Cultivating physical, emotional and spiritual health and wellbeing
18
APR
to
22
APR
What it's about:
This is a retreat specifically for individuals who may have been meditating for a little while or are looking to discover the next level of self-realisation and self-actualisation.
Date:
Fri 18th - Sun 22nd April 2013
Venue:
Spain
Event link:

2012

May 2012

Workshop: Mindfulness for Diabetes and Cancer
18/05/2012 - 19/05/2012
What it's about:

Being diagnosed with a terminal illness such as Cancer or Diabetes has a fundamental impact on our psychology and emotions. The psychological and emotional response to being diagnosed with a terminal illness can range from mild anxiety to absolute panic, and everything in between.

Psychological & emotional states such as anger, fear, anxiety etc have a direct impact on our physiology, immune system and resilience to disease. For example, anxiety and fear will increase blood pressure, which if not controlled are likely to lead to complications for diabetes suffers.

This workshop will introduce Mindfulness-based approaches to help reduce psychological and emotional factors which are detrimental to the health of those with diabetes or cancer.

Date:
Sunday 19th May 2012
Venue:

Recinto Ferial Sta. Juliana. Armilla. Granada - visit site >>

Time:
6pm
Conference: Mindfulness in Healthcare
18/05/2012 - 19/05/2012
What it's about:

Conference Presentation: Mindfulness in Healthcare (The role of mindfulness in preventative medicine and treatment)

The spiraling Healthcare costs need urgent attention, especially in the current economic climate. Dav Panesar will be presenting "mindfulness in healthcare" as both a preventative measure as well as treatment.

The focus of the presentation will be based on the overwhelming evidence of the mind-body approach to disease prevention and health maintenance.

The conference will be delivered in both English and Spanish.

Date:
Sunday 19th May 2012
Venue:

Recinto Ferial Sta. Juliana. Armilla. Granada - visit site >>

Time:
12pm - 1pm
Conference: Mindfulness for Health Professionals
18/05/2012 - 19/05/2012
What it's about:

Conferencia: "Mindfullness Para Los Profesionales Sanitarios"

Mindfulness meditation has demonstrated itself to be invaluable in the treatment and prevention of a whole range of diseases and mental health disorders.

Dav Panesar will be introducing mindfulness and its use in treating depression, stress, anxiety and its application in other psychological and emotional disorders.

The talk will also include experiential session in cultivating mindfulness as well as "super emotions" such as compassion and self-compassion which are known to enhance immunity and resilience too.

Date:
Sunday 19th May 2012
Venue:

Recinto Ferial Sta. Juliana. Armilla. Granada - visit site >>

Time:
12pm - 1pm
Workshop: Introduction to Mindfulness
18/05/2012 - 19/05/2012
What it's about:

This workshop is designed for those wishing to both learn about mindfulness and experience the cultivation of being mindful through personal guidance.

The workshop is suitable for those new of mindfulness meditation as well as those wishing to introduce mindfulness into their work, professional or personal life.

The conference will be delivered in both English and Spanish.

Date:
Saturday 18th May 2012
Venue:

Recinto Ferial Sta. Juliana. Armilla. Granada - visit site >>

Time:
6pm

April 2012

Know Your Self, Heal Your Self, Free Your Self
27/04/2012 - 29/04/2012
What it's about:

Integrating practical spirituality and energy healing – learn how to survive and thrive in changing times

This weekend workshop in the peace of the beautiful countryside at Whaley Hall, offers the experience of living as a whole human being, free of the dramas of the daily grind and open to the infinite energy of the universe.

In this time of rapid change, we are invited to let go of everything that no longer serves life on this planet and find and nurture the eternal energy that flows through us all.

Read more >>

Date:
Friday 27th April 2012 to Sunday 29th April 2012
Venue:
Whaley Hall, Reservoir Road, Whaley Bridge, High Peak. SK23 7BL
Time:

2011

September 2011

MBCT in Urdu and Punjabi
14/09/2011 - 01/11/2011
What it's about:

We are proud to offer the first Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy delivered in Punjabi and Urdu to members of the South Asian Community in Birmingham.

Another unique element of this MBCT prgramme is thats it has been specifically designed to incorporate specific culturally relevant mindfulness practices found within the religious practice in Sikhi, Islam, Christianity and Hinduism.

Click here for Mindfulness Based Therapies and Transpersonal Psychology (MBTTP) >>

Date:
Starting Tuesday 14th September 2011 to Tuesday 1st November 2011
Venue:
MCRC Ltd., 131 Soho Hill, Hockley, Birmingham. B19 1AT
Time:
12pm - 2pm
Awakening Presence Within
23/09/2011 - 25/09/2011
What it's about:

At Sant Miguel from 23, 24 and 25 September 2011, a three day workshop will be held focused on awakening the Presence within. We will cover depth meditation, transformation of the self image and emotional healing.

The days will comprising of inspiring interactive talks with planned meditation sessions, chi-kung, light kundalini yoga, nature walks and shamanic journeying.

The course will include preparation of sacred food to rejuvinate the prana of the body. It will conclude with a conscious intent for world peace by releasing sacred mantras into the atmosphere.

We hope you can all come and join in!

Date:
Friday 23rd September 2011 to Sunday 25th September 2011
Venue:
Saint Miguel, Girona, Spain.
Event poster:

June 2011

07/06/2011 - 26/07/2011
What it's about:

MBCT is a programme developed by combining Mindfulness meditation with Cognitive Therapy for those people suffering from depression. MBCT was developed by Prof Willams, John Teasdale and Zindel Segal.

MBCT follows a similar programme developed by Jon Kabat Zinn's. Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) programme which has been found to be highly effective in enabling individuals to deal with stress, anxiety and chronic pain.

The programme is delivered over 8 weeks of 2 hour session. Participants are guided to develop awareness through practices which include Body Scan, Mindful eating, Breath-based meditation and simple Chi-Kung exercises. This enables the participant to become aware of their moment-to-moment changes in the mind,emotions and body, helping cultivate a healthier 'decentered' perspective to thoughts and feelings.

Testimonials:
Date:
Starting Tuesday 7th June 2011 to Tuesday 26th July 2011
Venue:
Chad Church Centre, Stoneyhurst Road, Erdington, Birmingham. B24 8HA
Time:
10am - 12pm

May 2011

MBCT - Programme 1
10/05/2011 - 12/07/2011
What it's about:

MBCT is a programme developed by combining Mindfulness meditation with Cognitive Therapy for those people suffering from depression. MBCT was developed by Prof Willams, John Teasdale and Zindel Segal.

MBCT follows a similar programme developed by Jon Kabat Zinn's. Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) programme which has been found to be highly effective in enabling individuals to deal with stress, anxiety and chronic pain.

The programme is delivered over 8 weeks of 2 hour session. Participants are guided to develop awareness through practices which include Body Scan, Mindful eating, Breath-based meditation and simple Chi-Kung exercises. This enables the participant to become aware of their moment-to-moment changes in the mind,emotions and body, helping cultivate a healthier 'decentered' perspective to thoughts and feelings.

Testimonials:
Date:
Starting Tuesday 10th May 2011 to Tuesday 12th July 2011
Venue:
George Road Baptist Church, 4 Anslow Road, Erdington. B23 7EA
Time:
2pm - 4pm

April 2011

Atam Gian 3 Day Spanish Retreat
27/04/2011 - 30/04/2011
What it's about:

At Sant Mighel from 28, 29 and 30 April 2011, a three day workshop will be held on Atam Gian with Mata Pillar. Atam means breath or soul and gian awareness and wisdom. This course on Sikh metaphysics and spirituality has proven to be very popular in the UK with some parts being televised.

We will cover depth meditation, transformation of the self image, grounding from Sikh martial arts and Karma yoga. The course will include sacred food to rejuvinate the prana of the body. It will conclude with a conscious intent for world peace by releasing sacred mantras into the atmosphere.

We hope you can all come and join in!

For further information please contact either Dav, Kamalroop, Angie Diaz, or Mata Pillar here.

Vaheguru Satnam!

'If you can't see God in you, you can't see God at all'

Date:
Wednesday 27th April 2011 - Saturday 30th April 2011
Venue:

San Miguel, Spain

Event photos:
3-day self-awaking through meditation, emotional intelligence and consciousness based retreat program
29/04/2011 - 29/04/2011
What it's about:

The Symran Program is designed to help you experience a deeper sense of peace, joy, clarity and discover your authentic sacred self.

This unique self-development programme consists of inspiring talks, experiential learning, workshops and discussions with the established teacher of Eastern wisdom traditions and mysticism, Dav Singh Panesar.

Click here for more information about this program >>

Date:
Friday 29th April 2011 - Saturday 1st May 2011
Venue:
San Miguel, Spain
11/04/2011
What it's about:

Lecture combined with guided instruction on Stress management with Mindfulness.

Testimonials:
Date:
Monday 11th April 2011
Venue:

Empress State Building, West Kensington, London.

Institute of Welfare >>

Stress & Anxiety Management for Diabetics
01/04/2011 - 04/04/2011
What it's about:

Workshops including talks and practical guidance meditation practices: Mindfulness Based Stress Management.

Date:
Friday 1st April 2011 - Monday 4th April 2011
Venue:
Health Fair (Spain)

March 2011

Live Discussion Show
28/03/2011 onwards
What it's about:

The programme hosted by Dav Singh Panesar with guests from a wide range of backgrouds will endevours to explore a whole range of subjects including Gurmat Vichaar (Teachings of the Sikh Gurus) meditation, mindfulness, consciousness, mystictism, quantum physics in relation to consciousness and consciousness studies, emotional intelligence, spiritual intelligence, transpersonal psychology, and much much more.

Date:
Every Monday 7pm - 8pm
Venue:
Sangat TV

UK: Sky 847
Europe: 9/14/210, Astra 1A 5.1E, Frequency 12523 Sr 27500 Vertical (V)
Web: Watch live on: SangatTelevision.org

February 2011

MBCT Group Course
21/02/2011 - 11/02/2011
What it's about:

The MBCT course has been developed to enable the gradual learning of mindfulness and its application in everyday life. The course takes place in 2 hourly sessions over a period of 8 weeks. The class consists of short talks, guided meditations, practice sessions and self-guided home work during the week.

The practices integrated with the course are to enable you to experience with moment-by-moment changes in our minds, emotions and body. These include learning breath based meditation, simple chi-gung and yoga exercise. The purpose of the practices are to enable the cultivation of a new 'decentred' perspective to ones thoughts and feelings.

MBCT is a remarkable, life affirming and sometimes challenging programme which requires an ongoing commitment to yourself (home assignments).

Dates for 2011 Winter Course (I) - ***Fully Booked***

Date:

Every Monday starting 21st Feb 2011 for eight (8) weekly sessions

Time:
2pm - 4pm (please arrive between 1:45pm - 1:55pm)
Venue:
Coventry AIMHS - Room 12, Koco Building, Arches Industrial Estate, Spon End, Coventry. CV1 3JQ