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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

      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.

       
    • Sunday Meditation for All

      6 September 2026

      With: Catherine Eveillard

      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

      4 October 2026

      With: Catherine Eveillard

      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

      1 November 2026

      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.

       
    • The Art of Being Human – Shambhala Training Level 1

      14 November 2026 – 15 November 2026

      With: Elizabeth Anscutter, Franck Le Naourèse

      An introductory weekend to meditation. Corresponds to Level 1 of the Shambhala Training - open to all!

       

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