4 Mindfulness Classes in Perth
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Are you looking for ways to reduce your stress and anxiety? Do you want to feel more centered and connected in your everyday life?
Then, the practice of mindfulness and meditation is right for you.
Mindfulness and meditation are ancient practices that have true and lasting value in our everyday lives. By attending a guided practice, you will learn the basics and how to instill mindfulness into your daily routine.
If you’re based in Perth, here are 4 centers that offer mindfulness classes.
4 Mindfulness Classes in Perth
Mindfulness Meditation Hub
The Mindfulness Meditation hub is a volunteer, not-for-profit that focuses on supporting the community with mindfulness meditation sessions.
This is why they believe the practice of meditation is important:
“Mindfulness and meditation is recommended for everyone. They are particularly effective for those with a busy or restless mind or those suffering from stress, anxiety, mental/emotional issues.”
Here is a sample testimonial from a student who attended a class at Mindfulness Meditation:
“Mindfulness Meditation Hub is my lab for self-exploration and evolution works. The space is formed by continuous group mediation practice and is a superconductor to deep, powerful and meaningful meditation in a short time of a session.”
These are the classes they currently offer:
Guided - 45 or 60 minute classes
Great for first time beginners and individuals looking to be guided through meditation
Practical Mindfulness - 1 hour sessions
A guided meditation and discussion on the impact of mindfulness and how you can be more mindful each day
Great for people interested in mindfulness
If you’ve already practiced mindfulness, this will help you to reinforce your practice
Zen - 1 hour sessions
Zen and contemplative practice
Instructions on how to meditate
20 minute silent breathing and Q&A
Great for all levels of experience
Discover True Peace - 45 min or 1 hour class per week
Introduction, meditation instructions
Correct posture, 2x 15 minute silent meditations
3 minute stretch
Walking meditation and Q&A
For anyone who wants to connect to their spiritual self
Silent Meditation - 40 minute session
For beginner to experienced meditators
Learn Meditation - 4 week course with 1.5 hours per week
This class will help you learn meditation and mindfulness techniques
For first time and beginning meditators
Mindfulness for Personal Transformation - 5 week course, 1.5 hours per week
Develop mindfulness and meditation practices
For people seeing personal change - beginner friendly level
For the detailed information for each class and the schedule of when each class is available, you can book your spot on their website here. You can also send them an email at welcome@mmhub.com.au.
Body Mind Yoga Perth
Body Mind Yoga Perth is run by Quentin, a practicing yoga and meditation teacher. He is a student of ShantiMayi and is a registered teacher with Yoga Australia. He is also a qualified mindfulness based stress reduction teacher.
Here is a sample testimonial from a student who has attended Quentin’s course:
“Quentin Albertsen is making a difference in our world ! The thinking and tools he teaches in his MBSR Meditation Course are critical for us to survive in the future. To reconnect to ourselves, each other, and nature again, to take a whole new approach to solve our personal and global challenges. Teaching our whole brain to flow again, logic and intuition, to think creatively, have great ideas and make great decisions.”
The course is an 8 week Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction course that combines meditation and yoga. It includes:
8 Group sessions of 2.5 hours per week
1 day retreat
Home practice mp3 audio tracks
Mindfulness training course book
The main mindfulness practices are:
A body scan
Gentle yoga
Sitting meditation
“The mindfulness practices are not about emptying the mind of thoughts or transcending ordinary life or even trying to relax. Rather, through observing what is happening in our bodies and minds in a non-judgmental way, we can become present to our lives as they are.”
The price of the course is $550. To book your spot, visit their website here or send an email at info@bodymindyogaperth.com.au.
Mindfulness Works Australia
Mindfulness Works is a center for meditation located in Australia. They are one of the largest mindfulness training organizations with over 600 people attending their mindfulness and meditation course each month.
Their goal is to help you - “Reduce anxiety and worry, improve sleep and increase self acceptance.”
They offer a 4 week introduction to mindfulness course that costs $145. It include 4 classes with a mindfulness trainer, 4 week subscription to the CALM app, downloadable guided meditation and a 45 page guidebook.
By practicing mindfulness you will benefit in the following ways:
Less stress, anxiety and worry
Improve sleeping patterns
Feel more acceptance and self love
Reduce reactivity and increase emotional intelligence
More joy
Here is a sample testimonial from a student of Mindfulness Works:
“Using mindfulness to help me better manage unrelenting anxiety, obsessive worrying & sadness. I have found that using the apps is helpful when having a stressful day, & I intend to keep practicing daily. Thank you.”
The course is broken up into 4 weeks:
Week 1:What is Mindfulness?
Week 2: Working with the Mind
Week 3: Working With Emotions
Week 4: Radical Acceptance
To book your course and learn more about Mindfulness Works, you can visit their website here.
Mind and Movement
Mind and movement was founded by Kathryn Choules. She is a certified instructor of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and recognized as a senior teacher by the Meditation Association of Australia.
The mindfulness based stress reduction course consists of eight weekly classes and a one full day mindfulness retreat. You will receive:
Guided instruction
Stretching and mindful yoga
Group dialogue and mindful communication
Tailored instruction
Home assignments
Home practice materials
Guided practice MP3s
Workbook
Here is a sample testimonial from a student:
“The MBSR course is like an antidote to the fast paced multitasking reality many of us seem to live. I have come away with a stronger sense of who I am and the way I want to be in the world. I believe that this has already positively impacted on not only myself but my relationship with family, friends.”
To learn more about the course and register for their future classes, you can visit their website here or send them an email at info@mindandmovement.com.au.
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As you can see, there are several options for mindfulness classes in Perth. While you’re here, don’t forget to read Here’s What It’s Like to Have Depression.