Some attend the occasional class, while for others the centre becomes the main focus of their life. FWBO Centres teach meditation and Buddhism to newcomers through classes and courses. Teaching in the FWBO is done by members of the Western Buddhist Order who are themselves experienced in the practice and study of meditation and Buddhism. There is no expectation that people attending the centre will be Buddhists or even that they will agree with Buddhist teachings. Classes are an opportunity to learn and test out Buddhist practices in the light of one's own experience, and in an atmosphere of friendly, encouraging, open communication.
Open classes are the best brief introduction to meditation.
Meditation courses Meditation courses give a grounding in the principles and practices of meditation. As well as simply learning the basic techniques of meditation, the Buddhist teaching has a great deal to say about how to work with those techniques, how to address difficulties, what the benefits of meditation practice can be, and how meditation relates to daily life. Buddhism courses Buddhism courses give a grounding in the principles and practices of Buddhism. By looking at the human situation from the Buddhist perspective we learn to live with greater awareness, ethical sensitivity, and friendliness. The courses involve not just theory, but metaphor, myth, and the practical implications of the Buddhist view of life Day Events and Weekend Retreats FWBO Centres also provide a range of activities at weekends, from intensive meditation days, to study days or workshops on an aspect of the arts.