Continuing your exploration of Buddhism
The basic tenets of Buddhist teaching are straightforward and practical: nothing is fixed or permanent; actions have consequences; change is possible
We have various courses and events to help you take your exploration of Buddhism and meditation beyond the introductory level
Our second level courses usually look mainly at the Buddha’s noble eightfold path, and also include further meditation practice
Buddhism level 2 — six week course
Going further — Learn more about the Buddha’s teachings and Buddhist meditation
- Starting Tuesday 25th June 7.00pm-9.30pm
- Cost: £70/£50/£35
(Waged/Low-waged/Concessions) - More info and booking online
- Future courses
Course handouts
Next Steps Day Retreat — How to become Wiser?
- Next event: Sunday 16th June 10.30am-4.30pm
- Cost: £45/£35/£20 (does not include lunch)
(Waged/Low-waged/Concessions) - More info and booking online
- Future events
“The course was a fantastic start to a journey of discovery”
Buddhism course participant
Beyond level two
If you have completed a Buddhism level two course and are unsure what class to take next, contact Chandana on Chandana [at] manchesterbuddhistcentre [dot] org [dot] uk

Sangha Night
When you have completed a Buddhism level 2 course, you are welcome to come to Sangha Night, a rolling programme of Buddhist practice including talks, discussion, ritual and meditation.
Buddhism level 3 — six week course
This more advanced course is suitable for people who have attended a Buddhism level 2 course or day event
- Starting Tuesday 25th June 7.00pm-9.30pm
- Cost: £70/£50/£35
(Waged/Low-waged/Concessions) - More info and booking online
- Future courses
Buddhist Meditation Practice Afternoon
A small informal gathering to deepen your meditation practice, to receive more guidance or to spend an afternoon feeling calmer and more positive
- Tuesdays — next one 28th May 2.30pm-4.00pm
- Location: Manchester Buddhist Centre
- Donations for this class are welcomed
- Just turn up, no booking required
- More info
Day and weekend events
Local and visiting teachers lead events throughout the year, both for one day and the whole weekend or check the general events page for afternoon and evening events
More ways of taking your practice further
- After a level 2 course, deepening your practice through studying in a small group may be right for you
- Sign up to receive regular news emails from the Centre
- Going on retreat is an opportunity to deepen your practice and learn more about Buddhism
- Listen to talks given by visiting and local teachers
- Volunteering at the Centre is a great way of feeling part of things and developing your practice
- At some point you may want to discuss becoming a mitra within the Triratna Buddhist Community. Your teachers will be able to tell you more


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