4 Mindfulness Meditation Practices in Newcastle

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If you’re looking to start the practice of meditation, then you should consider attending an instructor led session at a mindfulness center. Meditation and mindfulness are proven methods that can help you balance your emotions, reduce stress and allow you to stay grounded and centered in your every day life.

So, to get you started - here are 4 mindfulness meditation practices and centers located in Newcastle that you can test out on your journey to a better you.

4 Mindfulness Meditation Practices in Newcastle

Hunter Mindfulness

Hunter Mindfulness is an instruction based in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter Region.

They offer the following courses:

• Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) - the standard course for mindfulness that takes place over 8 weeks

• Self Compassion and Mindful Awareness - 4 week course

• Mindful Communication - Fortnightly practice group

• Mindfulness in Daily Life - 4 week introductory course

• Weekly classes

• Monthly Mindfulness Meditation Drop in Classes - Currently offered via zoom. 20 minute classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays

According to their website, “Mindfulness is being aware of what is happening right now without wanting it to be different. Practicing mindfulness helps us to develop flexibility and kindness. It increases our resilience to life’s challenges and our appreciation of life’s joys.”

Due to COVID, the in person classes offered by Hunter are on pause. But, they are offering Zoom options, which can all be found by registering online through their Openground link.

To learn more and sign up for a Zoom meditation class, visit their website here.

Mindfulness Works Australia

Mindfulness Works is Australia’s number on in person mindfulness course.

The course is $145 and lasts for 4 weeks. You’ll get 4 classes with an experienced trainer, a subscription to the CALM app, downloadable guided mindfulness meditations and a 45 page guidebook.

Here is an explanation of the course according to their website:

“The Introduction to mindfulness and meditation course has been designed to give you a tacit experience of mindfulness and to assist you in developing the habit of a regular practice. It is designed for you to experience the benefits of mindfulness for yourself rather than just learn about them.”

The course is designed for beginners, so if you have never practiced meditation or mindfulness you can still sign up. Here is a testimonial of a student who has taken the course:

“The course was very relaxed and friendly and full of useful practical advice that recognized the limits to time that everyone faces. Also, I liked the mix of people attending with a range of different reasons for being there.”

Currently, they are booking for 2021, so all you’ll need to do is visit their website and find a course date that works best for you.

For more information, visit their website here.

Mindfulness Therapies

Mindfulness Therapies is about mental health and well being for all. They believe that mindfulness is the art of focus, awareness and attention that can help you develop the necessary skills to improve your mental health.

Due to COVID, the center has changed a bit in regard to their offerings. But, currently they provide meditation and mindful movement classes on Facebook Live and have 4 mindfulness classes per week via their Facebook Group. Plus, they offer classes on Zoom.

In addition to their classes, they have also set up a remote counseling service for new clients. To learn more about those sessions, you can send an email at counselling@mindfultherapies.org.uk.

As a small, not for profit business, they are trying their best to offer as many options as they can for their interested students. So, if you do end up attending one of their free guided meditations, be sure to throw them a donation to keep the center up and running.

To get in touch, visit their website here.

School of Mindfulness

The final mindfulness center on our list is the School of Mindfulness created by Michael Atkinson.

“With expertise in health care, education and mindfulness meditation, we are equipped to educate and support people and organizations taking their first steps into mindfulness as well those who have already have an established mindfulness practice. Whether you are new to mindfulness or require some further development, we can help you.”

They offer the following types of courses:

• 1 to 1 coaching

• Talks

• Retreats

• Teacher training for individuals and organizations

They have provided courses to clients such as the NHS Business Service Authority, Tarmac, Radio Tyneside, Newcastle Psychologist and MBCT North East.

Here is an example testimonial from a past client:

“The course has planted the seeds for a more mindful, kind and compassionate future.”

“The mindfulness class was brilliant. The trainer was very professional, informative and approachable.”

To learn more, visit their website here.

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There you have it, 4 mindfulness and meditation practices in Newcastle. While you’re here don’t forget to read, Here's Why These 7 Attitudes of Mindfulness Are Essential For Creatives.