There are no fees for anything at MBW, no membership, and all instructors and facilitators are unpaid volunteers. Here is a summary of our current activities, but for detail click on the appropriate side-bar link on the left of this page.

1 Beginners' Class: Designed for those who are new to meditation, and those who have meditated before but would benefit from orientation in the distinctive MBW approach. Usually at the University of Surrey, Guildford, a three-hour class, 1-4 pm, on a Sunday, every 4 to 6 weeks depending on demand. Occasionally in Esher, two-hour class, on a Tuesday evening, 7-9pm.

2 Guided Session: At University of Surrey every Sunday 10am-12 noon and at Quaker Meeting House, Esher every Tuesday 7.30pm-9pm. It is primarily designed for those who have taken the Beginners' Class, and are on a steep learning curve in doing and understanding the practice. Verbal guidance is given. One hour meditation is followed by the tea and 'Ethics Discussion session'. (At Guildford only there is an optional 'Classical Reading Session' 12.15-12.45 pm)

3 Silent Session: Every Sunday 10am-11am, only at the University of Surrey, in the back room, designed for those who have taken the Beginners' Class, have taken 12 or more Guided Sessions at MBW, and are able to sit for 45 minutes unbroken. No verbal guidance is given. These participants also attend the tea and 'Ethics Discussion session', 11am-12 noon. (At Guildford only: Optional 'Classical Reading Session' 12.15-12.45 pm)

4 Retreats: Weekend retreats, from Friday evening to Sunday evening, two or three times a year, designed for those who wish to make a special effort to intensify their practice. Suitable for those who have done, or are about to start, the weekly Silent Sessions. Usually at St Columba's House, Woking. On this retreat 'Noble Silence' is observed and the maximum meditation period is 60 minutes unbroken. Also, occasional one-day (non-residential) silent retreats at House of Prayer, East Molesey.

5 One-day Insight Class: From 10am to 4pm, usually on a Saturday at St Columba's House, Woking. Intensive instruction in Insight Meditation. Especially suitable for those moving from the Guided Session to the Silent Session. Please Inquire: inquiries@modernbuddhaway.org