SEE BELOW FOR FOLLOW-UP COURSES, RETREATS AND WORKSHOPS AND MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR) COURSES.
Mindfulness Works trainers offer MBSR courses in Adelaide, Sydney, Newcastle and The Gold Coast
For other MBSR course locations, please visit Open Ground Mindfulness Training
NEW ONLINE PROGRAM
MINDSET RESET PROGRAM CHALLENGE
ONLINE — 21 DAYS
Make today the day you take a step toward changing your life for the better!
The Mindset Reset Happiness Challenge is sent direct to your email Inbox every day for 21 days. Just commit and set a time each day to go through the program and complete the activities. If you miss a day, just catch up and keep going. Each day should take only 30 minutes or less to complete.
Trainer: The Happiness Ninja aka Jamie Rose
When: Once you sign up
Cost: Buy full program — Only $47.00; Try 4 days Free Trial with option to buy $97.00
For More Information: http://thehappinessninja.com.au
ADELAIDE
MONTHLY MINDFULNESS DROP-IN SESSION
ADELAIDE
You are invited to maintain your mindfulness meditation practice by attending a guilt-free drop-in session once a month. The Adelaide facilitators of Mindfulness Works Australia, have bound together to offer their time to keep your practice going. Please join us on the first Sunday of the month.
Date: First Sunday of every month – 7 October and 4 November
Time: 10.00am – 11.30am
Venue: Box Factory, 59 Regent St South, Adelaide
Cost: $5 per class
Facilitators: Rotating between Anne Rodgers, Cherise Vallet, Leanne Camilleri and Annie Harvey
Bring: Just yourself and dress in comfortable clothing.
MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTON
(MBSR) COURSE
Learn how to break your cycle of anxiety, stress, unhappiness and exhaustion. Drawn upon the teachings of Jon Kabat-Zinn this formal, evidence-based program assists participants to deal more effectively with stress.
This MBSR program introduces participants to an assortment of mindfulness tools and techniques designed to cultivate awareness, acceptance and compassion towards yourself and others.
24 x mindfulness practice recordings and a Mindfulness Training Course Book included.
Dates: 8 weeks, Tuesday 9 October – Tuesday 27 November
Time: Every Tuesday, 6.00pm – 8.30pm plus one full retreat day Saturday, 17 November
Cost: $595
Facilitator: Anne Rodgers
To Register: Email Anne at anne@oasismindfulness.com or Phone 0438 199174
MINDFULNESS FOR WELLBEING
5-week Course
Starts 15 October
- Evidence-based results
- Manage stress
- Improve relationships
- Mindfully navigate life
- Live more purposely
Dates: Monday, 15 October – Monday, 12 November
Time: 7.15pm– 8.00pm
Venue: John McVeity Centre, 182 Peachey Road, Smithfield Plains
Cost: $60
Facilitator: Leanne Camilleri
To Register: Call Leanne on 0408 847 858
MINDFUL LONG WEEKEND FOR WOMEN
UNPLUG AND RECONNECT
Port Elliot, South Australia
1 – 4 November, 2018
This three-day, specially created experience will include:
- Mindfulness – formal and informal practices
- Meditation – simple techniques to calm your mind
- Restorative Yoga – deeply relaxing, profoundly calming
- A one-hour spa massage (or other treatment*)
- Time for quiet solitude and reflection
- Beautifully presented, delicious organic vegetarian meals
This specially crafted experience is limited to 10 women ready to make the shift to a more enriching and abundant life.
Dates: 5.30pm Thursday, 1 November – 12.00pm Sunday, 4 November
Cost: Twin Share $990, Single $1,200
Venue: Authenticity Health & Wellness Retreat, 14–30 Waterport Road, Port Elliot, South Australia
Facilitator: Anne Rodgers and Cherise Vallet
To Register: Email Anne at anne@oasismindfulness.com or Phone 0438 199174
BRISBANE
MONTHLY MINDFULNESS CLASS
BRISBANE
If you have some meditation experience and need to re-establish your practice, find out more about mindfulness or like the energy of group meditation, this class is perfect for you. This is not a class for absolute beginners.
Date: First Saturday of each month
Time: 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Venue: Graceville Presbyterian Church, 12 Bank Road, Graceville
Cost: $15.00 per class
Facilitator: Kate Hubert
To Register: Please message or phone Kate on 0403 865 901. Booking is required as space is limited.
MINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION
8 WEEKS OF BEFRIENDING OURSELVES
Self-compassion, simply put, means being a friend to yourself.
Most of us are incredibly kind towards others, but tend to be a lot more critical, judgemental and unforgiving towards ourselves.
The Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) programme is a way to learn how to motivate yourself and build your inner resources with mindfulness, kindness and compassion.
This warm-hearted, open-minded course allows us insight into our emotional discomfort, together with the resources to help maintain balance, build resilience, improve relationships and decrease our suffering.
- how to stop being so hard on yourself
- how to handle difficult emotions with greater ease
- how to motivate yourself with encouragement rather than criticism
- how to transform difficult relationships, both old and new
- mindfulness and self-compassion practices for home and everyday life
- the theory and research behind mindful self-compassion
- how to become your own best friend and guide.
Expect lots of practice time, juicy discussions and opportunities to share the joys and sorrows of being human with like-minded people.
MSC is a practical, evidence-based program, transforming your relationship to your thoughts and emotions and offering you a way to tolerate and tackle the challenges of a busy world.
PEACE, MINDFULNESS AND AWARENESS
A MONTHLY DROP-IN SESSION
These sessions offer:
- authentic instruction in meditation
- time and space for meditation practice
- discussion about how we can bring the benefits of meditation into every aspect of our daily lives
- insight into the relevance of peace, mindfulness and awareness for our busy, modern lives
- teachings by meditation masters on a different topic each month.
These classes are for newcomers to meditation, as well as those who already have some experience with meditation and wish to deepen their understanding and practice. This is not a course, so feel free to come along to any session that suits you.
When: Second Saturday of each month
Time: 9:30am – 12:00 midday
Cost: Suggested donation $10
Venue: Rigpa Brisbane, 2/19 Enoggera Terrace, Red Hill, Brisbane.
14 April 2018: Transforming loneliness
26 May 2018: Healing depression — Please note this is NOT the second Saturday
9 June 2018: The power of forgiveness
14 July 2018: Truth, love and relationships
11 August 2018: Meditation for your day job
8 September 2018: Overcoming fear and anxiety
13 October 2018: How to deal with physical pain
10 November 2018: Healing low self-esteem
8 December 2018: Transforming uncomfortable situations
EVERY THURSDAY | DROP-IN MEDITATION SESSIONS
BRISBANE
These weekly drop-in meditation sessions are a good opportunity to practise meditation in a supportive environment. All are welcome and basic guidance is given.
Dates and Time: Every Thursday night, 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Venue: Rigpa Brisbane, 2/19 Enoggera Terrace, Red Hill, Brisbane
Cost: By donation
Facilitators: Lyndi Smith
CONSCIOUS CHANGE – 8-WEEK MINDFULNESS-BASED PERSONAL GROWTH PROGRAM
AUCHENFLOWER
18 October – 6 December
Conscious Change is an 8-week (2.5 hour session with daily practice) group program designed to help participants cultivating mindful awareness and bringing positive change in their lives. The course involves attention-training practices, cognitive change strategies and hands-on mindfulness exercises/practices that teach participants how to live in the present moment and thrive during emotionally challenging times.
Limited to 10 people only!
This course is designed as a step-by-step process to help you:
- Establish a daily mindfulness practice to achieve a sense of relaxation and clarity
- Deal with stress and anxiety in a much better way
- Manage your emotions effectively
- Improve focus and attention, as well as your relationships
- Enhance your levels of happiness and well-being.
Dates: 18 October – 6 December (8 Thursdays)
Time: 6.30pm – 9.00pm
Venue: Scouts Den, Park Lane, Auchenflower (near NAB Stadium)
Facilitator: Jon Unal
Cost: $475 (Early bird special $395 till 18 September)
To Register: Please go to https://www.consciousbeginnings.com.au/mindfulness-courses/ or email Jon at jon@consciousbeginnings.com.au
1-DAY MINDFULNESS RETREAT
REST YOUR MIND AND CONNECT WITH YOURSELF!
MT SAMSON
Sunday, 7 October
Join us for a well-deserved rest in the beautiful nature of Mount Samson, just 40 mins away from Brisbane CBD. This retreat covers both theory of mindfulness and practical exercises and meditations leading you towards inner calm, presence and well-being.
Throughout the day you will be guided through a variety of different practices, including mindfulness of breath and body awareness, mindful walking and movement, mindful eating and sitting meditations. There will be opportunities to rest, relax and connect with nature.
Date: Sunday, 7 October, 2018
Time: 9:45am – 5.00pm
Venue: Kupidabin Cultural Association Inc. 7 Lyell Court, Mt Samson Qld
Price: $110 (Early bird special $95 till 7 September)
To sign up, please go to: https://www.consciousbeginnings.com.au/mindfulness-retreats/ or email Jon at jon@consciousbeginnings.com.au
MINDFULNESS CIRCLE BRISBANE
TOOWONG
Tuesdays (fortnightly)
These fortnightly mindfulness and meditation workshops are open to anyone who would like to practise mindfulness in a group environment with like-minded people. We hold sessions on Tuesdays (fortnightly) at 82 Sherwood Road, Toowong.
Feel free to join us and bring along your friends to help us expand our mindful community. We appreciate your donation to help us cover the hall hire costs.
FREE ONLINE COURSE
‘STRESS LESS AND ENJOY MORE!’
Life can be stressful and demanding as we face many unexpected challenges. We have got good news for you! In this online course, you will immediately start practising proven techniques of stress reduction to help you relax and enjoy life more. All videos in this course are under 5 minutes, including practice, so you can release tension on the go!
After this course, you will be able to:
- Release tension on demand and relax
- Reduce your levels of stress and find peace
- Enjoy life more by living in the present moment
Access this course for FREE here: https://consciousbeginnings.teachable.com/p/stress-less-enjoy-more
BENDIGO
INNER FREEDOM SILENT MEDITATION RETREAT
Myers Flat, Bendigo
19 – 21 October
- Mindfulness (formal and informal practice)
- Meditation (sitting and walking)
- Guided Meditation (Compassion and Loving Kindness)
- Easy Hatha Yoga (morning and evening – optional)
- 1 Sound Healing session
- A talk by the resident Lama (spiritual teacher) from Atisha Monastery
- Time for quiet reflection in nature
- Opportunity to have individual check-ins with Michelle.
This retreat is limited to 15 participants who are wanting to deepen their meditation practice and live a more mindful life.
Time: Arrive Friday, 19 October 5.00pm–6.00pm; Leave Sunday, 21 October 6.00pm
ST. KILDA, VICTORIA
OPEN YOUR HEART TO YOU: A SELF-LOVE JOURNEY
St Kilda
28 October, 2018
A Self-Love Journey with self-love expert, yoga and meditation teacher, Michelle Taffe
Have you ever had the feeling that something is somehow ‘missing’ from your life? Some spark that might have been there once but seems to have gone out?
It could be that the spark you are missing is your own love, for yourself. Many of us have not been taught to love ourselves, and if we grew up with people who were also unaware of how to really love and honour themselves, they would not have been able to show that to us.
During this 3-hour workshop, we will be using a number of different practices to undo all negativity towards the self and to learn to build a new relationship with ourselves characterised by self-nurture, self-love and self-honouring.
The tools that we will be using in this workshop include:
- Journalling practice
- Belief reprogramming work
- Radical Forgiveness and Radical Acceptance
- Reiki healing for the self
- Guided Meditations
- Yin yoga – deep stretches to unblock and undo stuck energy in the body.
- Partner work
Time: 1.00pm – 4.00pm
GOLD COAST
MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR) 8 WEEK PROGRAM
Varsity Lakes
The MBSR is an engaging and transformative course that takes you through 8 weeks of in-depth mindfulness cultivation and the how of applying it in daily life. It has the perfect combination of gentle yoga, mindfulness meditation practices, mind/body exercises, group discussions, brief casual lectures, a full day retreat, and personal support to help you commit to and deepen your practice and experience the benefits of ongoing mindfulness practice.
Dates: 8 May (Term 2), 31 July (Term 3), 23 Oct (Term 4)
Venue: Boheme and Body Wellness Shala, Varsity Lakes
Cost: Single: $550
Facilitator: Gustavo Se Cestari
To Sign up: Go to http://gucestari.wix.com/mbsr or email Gus at info@amarcentre.com.au or Phone 0430 434 417
MELBOURNE
MINDFULNESS TRAINING TO CHANGE YOUR BRAIN
Elwood, Melbourne
October 2018
This science-backed mindfulness and meditation workshop will give you an action plan to change your brain’s negative habits into ones generating greater positivity, joy and happiness.
This workshop will give you the tools to:
- Understand your mind/body connection to improve sleep, reduce potentially stressful events and identify the mental triggers that cause your stress.
- Learn the basic neuroscience and identify areas of the brain that can be targeted to reduce the stress response.
- Practise creating a more balanced mental state by identifying your own negativity biases and learn meditations to turn on the joy, happiness and gratitude areas of the brain.
You will receive:
- A four-hour workshop including mindfulness strategies, meditations, journalling and information on the neuroscience
- A 50-page scientifically-researched and sourced course outline
- Downloadable audio meditations practised in the workshop
- Online resources, teachings, apps and podcasts on the “neuroscience of meditation”.
Dates: Sunday, 14 October
Time: 1.00pm – 5.00pm
Venue: Elwood Sailing Club, 67A Ormond Esplanade, Elwood
Cost: $150
For More Information: Contact Jen at info@mindfullife.com.au or phone 0425 713 191
MINDFULNESS SITTING GROUP
Thursday Evenings
This is an opportunity to continue your practice of Mindfulness and Meditation with like-minded people.
Once you have completed your Mindfulness Introductory Course with Mindfulness Works Australia, you are invited to join our sitting group which will be held on Thursday evenings at 8.00pm and lead by an experienced meditation facilitator.
With only a minimal cost of $4 to cover the hire of the room, we will start with a lovely hot cuppa and then have a general discussion on topics related to mindfulness and meditation directed by the group. We will finish the evening with a meditation for about 20 minutes.
When: Thursday evenings 8.00pm to approx 9.00pm; starts 21 June
Where: 67 Percy Street, Mitcham in the Studio above the garage
How much: Only $4 to cover the cost of hiring the space which can be paid on the day. You don’t need to pay anything when booking in; booking in is helpful to know how many people are coming and to be able to contact you if, for whatever reason, there might be a change to schedule.
Booking: http://www.perfectlybalancedlife.com.au/mindfulness-courses/. You will be then diverted to Mindbody booking system where you create a log in.
MONDAY MORNINGS | PRACTICE GROUP
COBURG NORTH
Come and re-connect with yourself and with others who are exploring mindfulness and self-care.
These sessions are for all Mindfulness Works course graduates and involve an hour of led practice, discussion and inquiry.
When: Monday mornings, 11.00am – 12.00pm
Venue: 20 Murray Rd, Coburg North VIC 3058
Facilitator: Coco Nkrumah, Head Trainer, Reality Based Mindfulness
Cost: $7 in cash on the day. There is no need to book; just show up!
SATURDAYS & WEDNESDAYS | FREE! OUTDOOR MINDFULNESS TRAINING
MELBOURNE
Welcome to Reality Based Mindfulness (RBM). We are dedicated to providing mindfulness training in a range of contexts. Operating outdoors in parks throughout Melbourne we strive to enable you to apply mindfulness techniques to your daily life. With our wide range of mindful therapy services, we can help you improve your general wellbeing, focus and productivity.
The RBM Approach: You might be wondering, like many of our students, how the teaching of mindfulness techniques can be applied to everyday life. The RBM approach focuses on real world situations, not just traditional meditation. Through our outdoor meditation sessions in local parts, we target real world situations as opposed to controlled environments. While a more challenging environment, this will make it easier to integrate the practice into daily life. Much like a sports coach trains an athlete in sports specific exercises, we train mindfulness for the real world.
When: Saturdays, 10.30am – 11.30am, Wednesdays, 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Venue: Elk Wellbeing, 282A Queens Parade, Fitzroy
Facilitator: Coco Nkrumah
To Register RSVP required. Phone 0411 703 515 or email info@realitybasedmindfulness.com.au
FREE MINDFUL WALKING GROUP
EDWARD LAKES PARK (RESERVOIR)
Joining our mindful walking program is perfect for all ages and fitness levels.
- Learn how to meditate
- Increase focus and productivity
- Meet new people.
All sessions are FREE!
When: Monday mornings. Begins 23 April for 8 weeks
Time: 9.30am – 10.30am
Where: We will meet at the rotunda at Edwards Lake Park (Reservoir). Please arrive 15 mins early as we start 9.30am sharp.
NEWCASTLE
MOVING TOWARD EMOTIONAL BALANCE — 6-week RESTORATIVE YOGA AND MINDFULNESS COURSE
Starting 1 November, 2018
This course incorporates deeply restful Restorative Yoga postures (mainly lying down supported by various props) with the theory of Mindfulness to help participants learn to regulate the nervous system, in order to build resilience in body and mind.
It would benefit those suffering from chronic stress and emotional pain (including depression and anxiety) and those who have physical limitations (pain, injury, recent surgery, disability, struggling with self-esteem, body image).
The gentle sequences have been specifically chosen to promote self-regulation by connecting with the body, through breath. Come as you are for this nurturing practice; everything is optional and has variations to suit your needs. Post-practice, expect to feel grounded, more open and hopefully drift away for a restful night’s sleep.
Dates: 6 weeks, Thursday, 1 November – Thursday, 6 December, 2018
Time: 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Venue: 2 Percy Street, Hamilton
Investment: $150 Full / $120 concession (paid in advance)
Facilitator: Hannah Perkins
PERTH
WEEKLY MINDFULNESS MEDITATION CLASS
The Yoga Clinic Perth
Wednesday Evenings
Mindfulness meditation is becoming increasingly popular and is scientifically proven to be highly effective in reducing stress, relieving anxiety and increasing feelings of relaxation and overall happiness and wellbeing.
The Yoga Clinic Perth offers a weekly mindfulness meditation class for beginners, or more experienced meditators who enjoy practising together as a group. This class will support you to establish or maintain a regular mindfulness meditation practice.
The practice of mindfulness meditation helps us to still the fluctuations in our mind, supporting us to feel calmer, grounded and more connected. Regular mindfulness meditation practice provides greater levels of self-acceptance, increased capacity for compassion in self and others, improved personal relationships and a greater sense of depth and meaning in our lives.
When: Wednesday evenings
Time: 6.00pm – 7.00pm
Venue: The Yoga Clinic Perth, 2/220 Carr Place, Leederville
For More Information: https://theyogaclinicperth.com
SYDNEY
Eight Weeks to Mindfulness — MBSR
(Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)
8-Week Level 2 Program, 24 October – 12 December, 2018
St Leonards, Sydney
MBSR is a natural progression in your mindfulness journey. Deepen your connection with the practices and really embody the learning mindfulness can offer. MBSR is a practical, evidence-based program, transforming your relationship to your thoughts, emotions and impulses, offering you a way to successfully navigate the challenges of a busy world. Smaller groups ensure an intimate supportive experience.
Participants report:
- more energy and enthusiasm
- greater ability to handle stressful situations
- less physical, mental and emotional issues
- improved self-esteem and self-confidence
- improved quality of sleep and a greater ability to relax.
Limited to 16 Participants
Date: 8 Wednesday evenings, 24 October – 12 December; includes a Sunday Retreat Day
Time: 6.45pm – 9.00pm.
Where: Awareness Institute, 28 Chandos Street, St Leonards
Cost: $580 – Includes a course manual and downloadable meditation recordings
Facilitator: Lydia Vorona
Email: lydia@bestill.com.au
MINDFUL RETREAT IN THE CITY
18 November, 2018
Mosman, Sydney
Join us for a day of peaceful practice in beautiful bush and harbour surroundings in Mosman. This is a chance to immerse yourself in the practice of mindfulness, to reconnect and refresh.
You will be guided through many different mindfulness practices during the day, including sitting, walking and gentle movement. There will be time to eat mindfully, to rest and to reconnect with nature. We finish the day with a group discussion,
Experience the gift of inner silence and the benefits of taking time out to nurture yourself with mindfulness.
Dates: Sunday, 18 November 2018
Time: 10.00am – 3.00pm (Please arrive by 9.45am)
Where: Mosman Dance Academy, Headland Park Precinct, 21 Best Avenue, Mosman
Cost: $90 for one Sunday
Facilitator: Lydia Vorona
Morning tea provided, please bring your own lunch to eat mindfully. Small kitchen and fridge available. Please bring a yoga mat if you have one. Free parking available in the park precinct main carpark.
Email: lydia@bestill.com.au
NEW LEVEL 2 COURSE – LIVING MINDFULLY
4 weeks, 4 – 25 June 2019
St Leonards, Sydney
Wanting to refresh your mindfulness practice within a group environment or perhaps looking for support to establish a daily practice? Join us on Monday nights to reconnect and continue deepening your experience with mindfulness.
In this 4-week course we will:
- Revisit the basics of mindfulness
- Learn new practices
- Explore the scientific rationale and some theory behind the practices
- Understand the stress response and how mindfulness is an intervention
- Explore mindfulness and communication
- Receive new guided recordings and weekly emails to support your home practice
- Special rate of $75 for one Sunday Retreat in Mosman – 25 November 2018 (10.00am – 3.00pm)
Date: 4 Tuesday nights, 4 – 25 June, 2019
Time: 7.00pm – 8.00pm
Where: Awareness Institute, 28 Chandos Street, St Leonards
Cost: $120 – includes new downloadable meditation recordings
Facilitator: Lydia Vorona
Email: lydia@bestill.com.au
MORNING MINDFULNESS MEDITATION
Drop-in Sits
Every Monday and Friday morning
When: Every Monday and Friday morning
Time: 7.00am, 7.30am and 8.00am (30-minute sits)
Venue: Yoga from the Inside, Rooms 8 and 9, Toxana Bldg, 147 Windsor St, Richmond
Cost: Donation
Facilitator: Catherine Sherlock
WOLLONGONG
MONTHLY MINDFULNESS
Gwynneville
My Awareness Space is a space for you to reconnect with yor mindfulness practice with like-minded individuals. If you have some meditation experience, need to re-establish your routine or find out more about mindfulness this class is perfect for you.
Date: Thursday, 18 October
Time: 7.00pm–8.00pm
Venue: Wollongong Masonic Centre, Function Room, 174–178 Gipps Road, Gwynneville
Cost: $10.00 per class
Facilitator: Anna Broadhead
Booking is required as space is limited.
RESERVE YOUR PLACE HERE: https://www.awarenessco.com.au/courses-event
MONTHLY MINDFULNESS
Shellharbour
My Awareness Space is a space for you to reconnect with yor mindfulness practice with like-minded individuals. If you have some meditation experience, need to re-establish your routine or find out more about mindfulness, this class is perfect for you.
Date: Wednesday, 3 October
Time: 7.15pm–8.15pm
Venue: Flinders Community Centre, Main Hall, 12–18 Adam Murray Way, Flinders
Cost: $10.00 per class
Facilitator: Anna Broadhead
Booking is required as space is limited.
RESERVE YOUR PLACE HERE: https://www.awarenessco.com.au/courses-event
INTERNATIONAL RETREATS AND WORKSHOPS
Mindfulness Works facilitators offer international retreats and workshops in a variety of locations outside of Australia.
