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Contemplative Arts

  • July

    • Kyudo: The Way of the Bow – Advanced

      21 July 2026 – 1 August 2026

      With: Max Baltin

      Kyudo intensive for advanced Kyudo practitioners.

       
    • Kyudo: The Way of the Bow – Open to all

      26 July 2026 – 1 August 2026

      With: Max Baltin

      Open to all - a living tradition of contemplative archery.

       
    • September

      • Kado-Ikebana Instructor Training 2026

        27 September 2026 – 4 October 2026

        With: Marcia Shibata

        This teacher’s training continues to cultivate a mind/heart that is always open. The programme is by invitation only.

         
 

    Local programmes

    • Sunday Meditation for All

      19 April 2026

      With: Herbert Elsky

      A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

       
    • Warrior in the World – Shambhala Training Level 3

      25 April 2026 – 26 April 2026

      With: Catherine Eveillard

      Our greater capacity for gentle self-examination leads us to want to emerge from our cocoon. We become more fearless and desire to approach the world more directly in all our activities. Taught in French (translation upon request).

       
    • Shambhala Sacred Path: The Four Dignities- Meek & Perky, Outrageous & Inscrutable

      27 April 2026 – 3 May 2026

      With: Catherine Eveillard, Tessa Racine

      Retreat to deepen your understanding of the Sacred Path of Shambhala.

       
    • Sunday Meditation for All

      3 May 2026

      With: Elizabeth Anscutter

      A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

       
    • Sunday Meditation for All

      7 June 2026

      With: Catherine Eveillard, Tessa Racine

      A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

       

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