The Lizard Chan Group

Meeting times

Lizard Chan group meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday evenings of the month, 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Roselidden Farm, Trevenen Bal, Helston TR13 0PT.

All are welcome to arrive from 7.15 for a 7.30pm start.

Newcomers welcome

Newcomers are welcome and are asked to first make contact with Jos Hadfield for any further information and to check on current meeting dates thelizardchan@westernchanfellowship.org

When coming for the first time, please aim to arrive 15 minutes earlier to allow introductions to be made and any queries answered.

Joining online

In recent times we tried to maintain our usual rhythm of meetings via Zoom. This seems to work well and we continue to offer that possibility for those who cannot join us in person.

What happens at the meditation meetings?

The main focus of the group is Chan as practiced by the Western Chan Fellowship, but we are an open group and so membership and discussions may encompass other Buddhist traditions.

We are open to beginners and experienced practitioners alike, and all are welcome.

The evening consists of two periods of sitting meditation (usually 30 minutes), with a 10 - 15 minute walking meditation or gentle stretching exercises between them.

Some readings may be shared, and there is opportunity for reflections or discussion before we close.

There are mats, cushions, benches and chairs available, but if you have your own preferred cushion or bench, do bring it along.

No charge

There is no charge for attendance but you may like to place a donation in the Dana bowl which goes towards the costs. Donations, though welcome, are voluntary.

Contact

Contact Jos Hadfield for details of the meetings of the Lizard Chan (Chinese Zen) group.