Amida Events

2008: August 1st - 20th: Arts in France

For the last few years August has seen the development of our summer arts programme. This offers an extended period of creativity in which participants can join in a range of arts activities in a friendly, relaxed setting.

The arts period takes place at the Amida retreat centre in Berry, which is in central France.

The arts period is suitable for serious artists, families and complete newcomers. You can dabble in new creative techniques, swap ideas, attend arts workshops and have a lot of fun.

In previous years there we have done painting, candle making, mosaic, dance, voicework, ikebana, clay modelling, fabric painting, writing, ceremony as well as plenty of time for swimming and walking. Sometimes we work together on a project, and sometimes people work individually. There is usually someone with expertise on hand to offer advice. 

See the Amida France weblog - or email bookings@amidatrust.com
         

2008: August 9 - 10: Introductory Reatreat

Learn the basics of Pureland practice and find out what it means to practise.
This introductory retreat is open to all. We will introduce some basic concepts found in the Amidist approach to Pureland Buddhism and spend some time practising together. Amida retreats are friendly, informative, and replenishing. This will be a good time for those interested in taking time out from a busy or stressful life to relax, chant, explore one's faith and spirituality and experience life in a Buddhist community. Please arrive Friday evening if possible.

to book, or for more information email Kaspalita@amidatrust.com or phone 0116 286 7476   

2007: August 31: RETREAT IN BELGIUM

This retreat, organised by the Amida Group in Belgium is open to all who wish for an experience of Amida Pureland practice and especially to those who might wish to practise with the Belgian group in the future. For further information, please contact karin@amidatrust.com

2009: August 3 - 7: Buddhist Psychology Summer School

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2009: August 10-14: Dharma for the Entire Family

A week of spending time together engaging in fun activities in a relaxing and natural environment. A great place to pitch a tent and camp or sleep in a hammock under the starry skies.