Where to find the best meditation specialists in Canberra. Photo: file.
There is no denying the many benefits of meditation. This ancient mindfulness technique helps restore the mind and body to a state of calm awareness. Committing to a regular meditation practice can help you reduce stress levels, improve patience, develop a stronger sense of empathy, become more accepting, and feel happier and more content, even when things go wrong.
In a busy city like Canberra where it can be all too easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life, regular meditation can be a godsend. But whether you’re a practiced yogi or you’re looking to try something new, getting into meditation can feel a bit daunting. How do you find a place where you feel comfortable? Where do you even start looking?
If you are looking to start or develop your meditation practice, you’ve landed in the right place. In this article, we’ll tell you about what makes a great meditation specialist so you have an idea of what to look for, as well as a guide to the best meditation experts in Canberra.
What makes a great meditation specialist?
Not quite sure what, exactly, you are looking for in a meditation specialist? No worries. We recommend looking out for the following must-have traits:
- Years of experience. The best meditation specialists have years of experience – both practising meditation themselves and teaching meditation to their students.
- Compassionate, understanding approach. Meditation can be difficult. As you learn to quiet your mind, you may experience feelings of vulnerability and discomfort – this is totally normal. An excellent meditation specialist will take a kind and compassionate approach.
- Convenient time and place. Convenience is critical. If you are looking to join a weekly meditation, look for a studio or centre that’s close to your home or workplace.
- Welcoming of all types of people. Meditation is for everyone. Your age, gender, appearance, and experience are irrelevant. The best meditation specialists know this and make all types of people feel welcome and valued.
The best meditation specialists in Canberra
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Without further ado, it’s time to introduce the top meditation specialists in the Canberra region – according to the locals.
Flourish Yoga
If you are looking for casual meditation classes in the Canberra region, pay a visit to Flourish Yoga. Alongside their regular yoga timetable, they offer ‘Meditation and Mindfulness’ classes. Their qualified, passionate teachers will cover various meditation techniques, including meditation on the breath, mantra meditation, walking meditation, and Yoga Nidra. The team behind Flourish Yoga truly believe in what they do, and with a kind, compassionate approach, beginners and seasoned meditators alike will leave feeling cool, calm, and utterly blissed.
As ‘Local Guide’ Tassanee Thorne describes Flourish in their Google review, “Friendly, knowledgeable instructors with really good size classes.”
Tibetan Buddhist Society of Canberra
The Sakya Temple is a haven of peace, meditation and spirituality right here in Canberra. Aside from being an important cultural landmark and a fantastic way to learn more about Buddhism, you can visit the Temple to take meditation courses and classes in order to deepen your practice and learn more about its history. With the Tibetan Buddhist Society, you can choose from 8-week courses, residential retreats or just casual group meditation classes.
Facebook user Michelle Sandison says, “Had a wonderful time at the recent Calm Abiding Meditation retreat at SIBA. Thoroughly recommend it. Thanks to all who facilitated and participated.”
InSync BML
InSync Body, Mind, Life was founded in 2001 and has been providing support to a diverse range of individuals and organisations ever since. Whether you are just interested in yoga on the mat or you want to expand your knowledge and learn how to apply yoga and meditation to your daily life, InSync is here to guide you on your journey. Along with in-person yoga classes and online courses, InSync also offers guided meditation courses to help you relax and reconnect with your mind and body.
As Facebook user Skye Shannon writes in this review, “A wonderfully peaceful and welcoming environment – perfect for nurturing and sharing the experience of wellness!”
Transcendental Meditation – Canberra
Transcendental Meditation is a specific practice of meditation that is focused on helping you “transcend” thought, in contrast to mindful meditation which involves active awareness of the mind as it wanders and repeatedly refocusing the awareness on the present moment. Raved about by everyday people and big-time celebrities alike, transcendental meditation is the perfect technique for truly escaping a busy lifestyle and clearing your mind. Canberra is lucky enough to have its very own qualified TM instructor, and you can attend a regularly scheduled info session and book a one-on-one class for yourself to explore this technique!
As Facebook user Sylvia Stuart writes, “Most effortless and joyful meditation that you look forward to doing.”
If you’re looking for more ways to wind-down and reconnect with your body, check out our articles on the best yoga studios, Thai massage salons and saunas in Canberra for some more ways to relax and retreat.
Your experience with meditation specialists in Canberra
Thanks to our commenters who have provided insightful feedback, if you believe we have got it wrong, please let us know.
Do you attend meditation classes? Have you completed a meditation course? Share your experience in the comments area below for our readers to check out!
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Years ago I was in a meditation course with my sister at the ANU Sport Club and we really enjoyed it.You don’t need to be an ANU student to join. Not sure whether the guy still do the course there though now but you can definitely check that out.
Why do you need to be taught how to do nothing?
Join the public service instead, you’ll learn how, and get paid for it!
I’m like a barrel of monkeys me!
I’d look into some Qigong. I know there are a few places in Canberra that practice it. i.e. Firedragon Australia in Ainslie – (www.firedragon.com.au) and the Tai Chi Academy in Woden (http://www.taichiacademy.com.au/courses.php).
check this out happening this weekend:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e5gbjyzmc979b380
Try the Australian Labor National Secretariat, in the office end of Hotel Realm.
There’s a lot of soul searching happening there at the moment and sure could be with a bit of meditative peace and quiet.
I think they may do. I do know that they run ultra marathons and the like. Apparently that’s what meditation can do for you. Can’t say I felt that urge though!
madamcholet said :
Isn’t Sri Chinmoy the dude who sposored the fun run or something like it?
Canberra Meditation http://www.canberrameditation.org/ who run really good free sessions.. Run basically by converts to Sri Chimnoy’s beleifs but they don’t force any of it on you. At the end you can choose to continue with their group. They do weekend sesions or night time sessions over three weeks. I found them to be quite good at giving you the basics.