Upcoming Events

Come A’wassailing with us on 1st Feb

Gather around the fire, as we welcome the return of the light and the promise of spring at our Imbolc ceremony.

1400 - 1600, Sunday 1st February

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Visiting Shows

Talisman by Angel Heart Theatre

Friday 24th April - 7:30pm

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FailFailFailFailWin!

Thursday 28th May - 3:00pm

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Scarlet Pimpernel by Ha Um Ah Theatre Co

Saturday 20th May - 7:30pm

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Check the calendar below for regular events, workshops and courses

Roots and Seeds
Jan
30

Roots and Seeds

Roots and Seeds

Our volunteer community garden

We meet every Friday in the Chyan Community Field. Free to attend, just bring yourselves and we’ll provide the rest. All ages and abilities welcome!

Fruit and Veg available to take home when we’re harvesting!

Tea, Coffee and biscuits provided

See our Facebook page for more info and updates

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Feb
1

Imbolc

Come A’wassailing to celebrate the beginnings of spring and the first signs of light after winter

Gather around the fire, as we welcome the return of the light and the promise of spring at our Imbolc ceremony. Suzanna will lead us in wassailing on her accordion, filling the air with music and joy. Let us raise our voices and our glasses, celebrating the earth's awakening and the coming of new beginnings. Join us in honoring the season of growth and renewal, as we embrace the warmth of the fire and the spirit of Imbolc. 

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Roots and Seeds
Feb
6

Roots and Seeds

Roots and Seeds

Our volunteer community garden

We meet every Friday in the Chyan Community Field. Free to attend, just bring yourselves and we’ll provide the rest. All ages and abilities welcome!

Fruit and Veg available to take home when we’re harvesting!

Tea, Coffee and biscuits provided

See our Facebook page for more info and updates

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Feb
6

Community Forest - Tree Planting

Come and join Adam and make a positive impact on our environment by participating in our community forest planting event! Together, we can make a difference by planting trees and creating a healthier, greener future for our community. Help us grow a more sustainable world. Let's plant trees and make a difference together!

Meet in the Chyan Car Park at 1:30

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Roots and Seeds
Feb
13

Roots and Seeds

Roots and Seeds

Our volunteer community garden

We meet every Friday in the Chyan Community Field. Free to attend, just bring yourselves and we’ll provide the rest. All ages and abilities welcome!

Fruit and Veg available to take home when we’re harvesting!

Tea, Coffee and biscuits provided

See our Facebook page for more info and updates

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Feb
17

Half Term Circus

Step right up for three days of circus fun this half term! Perfect for beginners and experienced circus lovers alike, our inclusive circus sessions are all about creativity, confidence, and making new friends.

Participants will get the chance to learn and explore a wide range of circus skills including acrobatics, juggling, diabolo, unicycle, aerial, tightrope, and much more all taught in a supportive and playful environment.

Ages: 5–16 years
Children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver
Caregiver workspace available, with Wi-Fi for those who wish to work while staying nearby

Daily tickets available or book all 3 days for the full circus experience.

Fun, welcoming, confidence-building — for everyone, all levels.

Come and join the circus! 🎉

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Roots and Seeds
Feb
20

Roots and Seeds

Roots and Seeds

Our volunteer community garden

We meet every Friday in the Chyan Community Field. Free to attend, just bring yourselves and we’ll provide the rest. All ages and abilities welcome!

Fruit and Veg available to take home when we’re harvesting!

Tea, Coffee and biscuits provided

See our Facebook page for more info and updates

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Feb
20

Community Forest - Tree Planting

Come and join Adam and make a positive impact on our environment by participating in our community forest planting event! Together, we can make a difference by planting trees and creating a healthier, greener future for our community. Help us grow a more sustainable world. Let's plant trees and make a difference together!

Meet in the Chyan Car Park at 1:30

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Feb
21

Chyan Sessions

Experience the enchanting sounds of Trea, a grassroots contemporary folk band hailing from Falmouth's vibrant folk scene. Their music weaves together gentle storytelling songs, classically inspired guitar melodies, high-energy traditional tunes, old folk melodies, and hints of psychedelic folk-rock. Joining them is the talented Mike Hindle, who will share some of his own songs and poetry.

This intimate evening will take place in a cozy apple barn illuminated by flickering candles and a warm fire. The bar will be stocked with hot spiced apple cider, beer, and our new fizzy apple juice. Indulge in delicious cake as you immerse yourself in the soulful sounds of Trea and Mike Hindle.

The Apple Barn will be open from 6:30pm with music starting at 7:00pm

Group discounts are available, please email info@chyan.org

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Feb
22

Chyan Apple Tree Sangha

We meet monthly on a Sunday morning in Chyan Apple Barn.
Suggested donation £5

We generally begin with a period of sitting meditation, sometimes
silent and sometimes guided.  If you use a meditation cushion or stool,
please bring this with you.  You may also want to bring a yoga mat,
shawl or blanket.

Sitting practice is followed by a period of silent walking meditation
or movement practice. This is either inside or outside depending on the
weather.

Another shorter period of silent sitting follows. We will then share a
reading or an audio recording of dharma teaching or explore an exercise
ourselves, and read the five mindfulness trainings aloud, together.

We end with a period of ‘Dharma sharing’ where we share from the heart, and practise deep listening.

Sangha is rooted in the teachings of the Buddha and we welcome people
from any, or no, faith background. Whatever our beliefs we come
together in the spirit of compassion and a desire to live fully and
completely in every moment of our lives.

Chyan Apple Tree Sangha has grown from 4 main roots:
1. Plum Village www.plumvillage.org
2. Gaia House www.gaiahouse.co.uk
3. Tarchin Hearn www.greendharmatreasury.org
4.The Crystal Group www.crystalgroup.co.uk

We would love you to join us in our meditation practice.

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Roots and Seeds
Feb
27

Roots and Seeds

Roots and Seeds

Our volunteer community garden

We meet every Friday in the Chyan Community Field. Free to attend, just bring yourselves and we’ll provide the rest. All ages and abilities welcome!

Fruit and Veg available to take home when we’re harvesting!

Tea, Coffee and biscuits provided

See our Facebook page for more info and updates

View Event →
Mar
6

Community Forest - Tree Planting

Come and join Adam and make a positive impact on our environment by participating in our community forest planting event! Together, we can make a difference by planting trees and creating a healthier, greener future for our community. Help us grow a more sustainable world. Let's plant trees and make a difference together!

Meet in the Chyan Car Park at 1:30

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Mar
20

Community Forest - Tree Planting

Come and join Adam and make a positive impact on our environment by participating in our community forest planting event! Together, we can make a difference by planting trees and creating a healthier, greener future for our community. Help us grow a more sustainable world. Let's plant trees and make a difference together!

Meet in the Chyan Car Park at 1:30

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Apr
3

Community Forest - Tree Planting

Come and join Adam and make a positive impact on our environment by participating in our community forest planting event! Together, we can make a difference by planting trees and creating a healthier, greener future for our community. Help us grow a more sustainable world. Let's plant trees and make a difference together!

Meet in the Chyan Car Park at 1:30

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Apr
24

Talisman

Talisman - by Angel Heart Theatre

TALISMAN

In the concrete courtyard of a crumbling Soviet tower block, an old woman sits with her memories.

A young woman stands before an endless, shadowed forest. She carries her talisman, her mother’s gift from years ago. Behind her, the world is burning. Ahead, she risks darkness, hunger and death.

But at the boundary between worlds, there is wisdom to be found – or bargained for.

Talisman is a theatre show set in the forests of Western Russia during the German invasion of 1941-2. It is a weaving of traditional Slavic wonder tales with historical narrative, raising questions of morality, resilience and the nature of Home. At the heart of the show, the wisdom of Baba Yaga invites us to look at the choices we might make, when all good choices are gone.

Using puppetry, light and shadow, music and storytelling, Talisman is an evocative and visceral piece of theatre by three highly skilled artists, based in the South West.

“I loved the familiarity of the characters, blended into a new form. Imaginative puppetry and evocative live music. The story fits so well into a war setting. Felt very relevant for today/these times. Brilliant!”

“You took me far, far away, into Russia, and the unknown realm – into the “beyond”. A challenging experience to be in the real world of war, rather than the world of symbolism and metaphor. I felt it was dangerous territory mixing the two worlds and yet I went with you and feel moved and inspired by the courage and insights in this piece.”

Suitable for ages 12+

Content warning: some visual and verbal references to wartime brutality.

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May
28

FailFailFailFailWin!

presented in conjunction with Carn to Cove

A family comic theatre and circus show. For humans.

Mark and Loz are circus performers. But circus is REALLY hard.

FailFailFailFailWin! is a show about not hiding all the "try"s you did that didn't work.

Uplifting, nurturing and agelessly relevant. Join the adventure and explore what happens inside Loz's brain when she does a big FAIL.

Meet a cast of puppet friends: professor Steven Chimpington - scientist, raconteur, critic; and Colin the Crab, anarchist, physical theatre practitioner (LeCoq trained), oh and of course Sven Svenstoferson, Swedish Astronaut and CBT coach.

Featuring such fails and possibly wins in the mediums of diabolo, juggling, hulahoop, and an attempt to spin 8 real VERDAGEN ikea plates, retail value £2 each. Total economic jeopardy = £16. Plus shipping.

Age guide: great for 3-10 year olds. Unsuitable for 15 year olds. And we're strict on that. 

Quotes:

"Good"

- 6 year old we assume was called Barney, or possibly Jake.

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Jun
20

Scarlet Pimpernel

Ha Um Ah Theatre Company

Marguerite Blakeney thought she’d married a fool. Sir Percy is vain, shallow, and more concerned with his wardrobe than his wife. What she doesn’t know is that his ridiculous foppishness is a disguise — because Percy is secretly the Scarlet Pimpernel, England’s most daring hero, rescuing aristocrats from the guillotine. And worse still, Marguerite has unknowingly betrayed him to his greatest enemy, the ruthless Chauvelin, the Republic’s finest bloodhound.

In this fast, funny three-actor retelling, romance and revolution collide in a whirlwind of disguises, daring rescues, marital misunderstandings, and gloriously silly comedy. Will Marguerite save her brother without destroying her marriage? Can Percy outwit Chauvelin and keep his secret safe? And how much of the budget has been spent on a ridiculous amount of wigs?

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Jan
23

Community Forest - Tree Planting

Come and join Adam and make a positive impact on our environment by participating in our community forest planting event! Together, we can make a difference by planting trees and creating a healthier, greener future for our community. Help us grow a more sustainable world. Let's plant trees and make a difference together!

Meet in the Chyan Car Park at 1:30

View Event →
Roots and Seeds
Jan
23

Roots and Seeds

Roots and Seeds

Our volunteer community garden

We meet every Friday in the Chyan Community Field. Free to attend, just bring yourselves and we’ll provide the rest. All ages and abilities welcome!

Fruit and Veg available to take home when we’re harvesting!

Tea, Coffee and biscuits provided

See our Facebook page for more info and updates

View Event →
Jan
18

Chyan Apple Tree Sangha

We meet monthly on a Sunday morning in Chyan Apple Barn.
Suggested donation £5

We generally begin with a period of sitting meditation, sometimes
silent and sometimes guided.  If you use a meditation cushion or stool,
please bring this with you.  You may also want to bring a yoga mat,
shawl or blanket.

Sitting practice is followed by a period of silent walking meditation
or movement practice. This is either inside or outside depending on the
weather.

Another shorter period of silent sitting follows. We will then share a
reading or an audio recording of dharma teaching or explore an exercise
ourselves, and read the five mindfulness trainings aloud, together.

We end with a period of ‘Dharma sharing’ where we share from the heart, and practise deep listening.

Sangha is rooted in the teachings of the Buddha and we welcome people
from any, or no, faith background. Whatever our beliefs we come
together in the spirit of compassion and a desire to live fully and
completely in every moment of our lives.

Chyan Apple Tree Sangha has grown from 4 main roots:
1. Plum Village www.plumvillage.org
2. Gaia House www.gaiahouse.co.uk
3. Tarchin Hearn www.greendharmatreasury.org
4.The Crystal Group www.crystalgroup.co.uk

We would love you to join us in our meditation practice.

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Dec
20

Chyan Solstice

Join us for an unforgettable Solstice Party at Chyan Cultural Centre! Starting at 3pm and going late into the night, our event will feature a Circus Fire Show, Live Music, Cabaret, Family Fun Activities, dancing, and all the Solstice Vibes you could ask for. Indulge in delicious healthy vegan food while enjoying the festivities.

Tickets are priced at £7.00 for adults and £4.00 for children. Family discount tickets are also available, so bring the whole crew for a magical evening celebrating the changing of the seasons. Don't miss out on this unique and exciting event - get your tickets now!

For Group Discounts or further information please email: info@chyan.org

Please follow Chyan Cultural Centre on Facebook and Instagram for updates about our events

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Dec
7

Chyan Apple Tree Sangha

We meet monthly on a Sunday morning in Chyan Apple Barn.
Suggested donation £5

We generally begin with a period of sitting meditation, sometimes
silent and sometimes guided.  If you use a meditation cushion or stool,
please bring this with you.  You may also want to bring a yoga mat,
shawl or blanket.

Sitting practice is followed by a period of silent walking meditation
or movement practice. This is either inside or outside depending on the
weather.

Another shorter period of silent sitting follows. We will then share a
reading or an audio recording of dharma teaching or explore an exercise
ourselves, and read the five mindfulness trainings aloud, together.

We end with a period of ‘Dharma sharing’ where we share from the heart, and practise deep listening.

Sangha is rooted in the teachings of the Buddha and we welcome people
from any, or no, faith background. Whatever our beliefs we come
together in the spirit of compassion and a desire to live fully and
completely in every moment of our lives.

Chyan Apple Tree Sangha has grown from 4 main roots:
1. Plum Village www.plumvillage.org
2. Gaia House www.gaiahouse.co.uk
3. Tarchin Hearn www.greendharmatreasury.org
4.The Crystal Group www.crystalgroup.co.uk

We would love you to join us in our meditation practice.

Book Now
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Dec
6

Festive Wreath Making

Join us for a magical afternoon of Festive Wreath Making with Hayley White.

Come and get in the festive mood with a natural Wreath Making Workshop in our Apple Barn on the 6th of December 10-12 Noon

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Nov
22

Chyan Sessions - November

Join us for a magical evening of music and warmth at Chyan Sessions, by the fireside in the Apple Barn

First up, we have Elowen, a Cornish contemporary folk artist whose music is a reflection of the stunning landscapes of her upbringing. With ethereal vocals, intricate guitar melodies, and fluttering strings, Elowen's poignant songs touch on themes of nature, love, and grief in a truly mesmerizing way.

Following Elowen, we have Something El(f)se - a duo of singer/songwriters Albin and Kaya Marklund from Sweden and Slovenia. Their folky, spiritual, and silly songs of love and wonder will transport you to a place of joy and hope, blending folk, triphop, and meditation into a truly unique musical experience.

Don't miss this special double bill event at Chyan Sessions, where music and magic come together in the warm embrace of our barn. Grab a drink, cozy up with loved ones, and let the music take you on a journey of beauty and inspiration.

The Apple Barn and Bar will be open from 6:30pm with the music starting at 7:00pm. Group discounts are available, please email info@chyan.org

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Nov
16

Chyan Apple Tree Sangha

We meet monthly on a Sunday morning in Chyan Apple Barn.
Suggested donation £5

We generally begin with a period of sitting meditation, sometimes
silent and sometimes guided.  If you use a meditation cushion or stool,
please bring this with you.  You may also want to bring a yoga mat,
shawl or blanket.

Sitting practice is followed by a period of silent walking meditation
or movement practice. This is either inside or outside depending on the
weather.

Another shorter period of silent sitting follows. We will then share a
reading or an audio recording of dharma teaching or explore an exercise
ourselves, and read the five mindfulness trainings aloud, together.

We end with a period of ‘Dharma sharing’ where we share from the heart, and practise deep listening.

Sangha is rooted in the teachings of the Buddha and we welcome people
from any, or no, faith background. Whatever our beliefs we come
together in the spirit of compassion and a desire to live fully and
completely in every moment of our lives.

Chyan Apple Tree Sangha has grown from 4 main roots:
1. Plum Village www.plumvillage.org
2. Gaia House www.gaiahouse.co.uk
3. Tarchin Hearn www.greendharmatreasury.org
4.The Crystal Group www.crystalgroup.co.uk

We would love you to join us in our meditation practice.

Book Now
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Nov
3

Mindfulness Compassionate Living Course

This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT. It teaches us ways to cultivate kindness and compassion for ourselves and others. 

Compassion involves both sensitivity to our own and others’ suffering and the courage to deal with it. This course integrates the work of experts in the field such as Paul Gilbert, Kristin Neff, Christopher Germer, Rick Hanson and Tara Brach.  Erick van den Brink and Frits Koster developed this eight step MBCL training programme which is supported by practical exercises and free audio downloads. Grounded in ancient wisdom and modern science, this course demonstrates how being compassionate shapes our minds and brains, and benefits our health and relationships.

All course participants will receive written materials, an audio download of 24 guided meditations, a certificate of attendance and 22 hours training. Cost is £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £100 unwaged

The course is delivered online over 8 weeks with the option of attending a silent practice session in person to embed your practice. Themes include:

Week One - The emotional regulation systems

Week Two: Stress Reactions And Self Compassion

Week Three: Inner Patterns

Week Four: The Compassion Mode

Week Five: Self And Others

Week Six: Happiness For All

Silent Practice Session 10-4pm - in person.

Week Seven: Compassion In Daily Life

Session Eight: The Healing Power Of Compassion

What does the course involve?
You will be taught in a group of maximum 16 people. The course consists of 8 sessions of 2 hrs. There will be daily home practice of one hour as part of the course. You will have a course manual and audio files / downloads to help you with your home practice.

Commitment
Getting the most out of the course will require some work on your part. It requires a strong commitment to work on yourself through a gentle but rigorous daily discipline of meditation and movement practice. Making the commitment to devote the time needed for this personal exploration can feel difficult, but most people consider it worthwhile.
Once your application has been received, Stephanie will contact you for an orientation to the course and answer any questions you may want to ask.

Who is the course for?
This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT

Monday 10-12pm
September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, November 3

Day retreat: Sunday 5th October 10-4pm

Venue: Chyan Cultural Centre Sky Barn

Cost: £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £160 benefits or unwaged. Please discuss as needed

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Oct
29

Swamp Circus Half Term Residency

Step right up and join us for three days of circus fun for all ages!

Our workshop features a variety of exciting activities including Chinese Pole, Aerial Silks, Clowning, Juggling, Acrobatics, and Hula Hooping.

Whether you're 7 or 77, there's something for everyone to enjoy and learn in this action-packed circus extravaganza. If you have circus experience and are outside these ages brackets, or you have siblings that are inside the age bracket and you want to come, please email info@chyan.org

Don't miss out on the chance to unleash your inner performer and discover the magic of the circus! Join us for three days of laughter, skill-building, and unforgettable memories

Please bring a packed lunch. We will have a cafe serving hot and cold drinks with cakes and snacks

£16 per person per day. £45 for all 3 days

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Oct
28

Swamp Circus Half Term Residency

Step right up and join us for three days of circus fun for all ages!

Our workshop features a variety of exciting activities including Chinese Pole, Aerial Silks, Clowning, Juggling, Acrobatics, and Hula Hooping.

Whether you're 7 or 77, there's something for everyone to enjoy and learn in this action-packed circus extravaganza. If you have circus experience and are outside these ages brackets, or you have siblings that are inside the age bracket and you want to come, please email info@chyan.org

Don't miss out on the chance to unleash your inner performer and discover the magic of the circus! Join us for three days of laughter, skill-building, and unforgettable memories

Please bring a packed lunch. We will have a cafe serving hot and cold drinks with cakes and snacks

£16 per person per day. £45 for all 3 days

Book Tickets
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Oct
27

Mindfulness Compassionate Living Course

This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT. It teaches us ways to cultivate kindness and compassion for ourselves and others. 

Compassion involves both sensitivity to our own and others’ suffering and the courage to deal with it. This course integrates the work of experts in the field such as Paul Gilbert, Kristin Neff, Christopher Germer, Rick Hanson and Tara Brach.  Erick van den Brink and Frits Koster developed this eight step MBCL training programme which is supported by practical exercises and free audio downloads. Grounded in ancient wisdom and modern science, this course demonstrates how being compassionate shapes our minds and brains, and benefits our health and relationships.

All course participants will receive written materials, an audio download of 24 guided meditations, a certificate of attendance and 22 hours training. Cost is £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £100 unwaged

The course is delivered online over 8 weeks with the option of attending a silent practice session in person to embed your practice. Themes include:

Week One - The emotional regulation systems

Week Two: Stress Reactions And Self Compassion

Week Three: Inner Patterns

Week Four: The Compassion Mode

Week Five: Self And Others

Week Six: Happiness For All

Silent Practice Session 10-4pm - in person.

Week Seven: Compassion In Daily Life

Session Eight: The Healing Power Of Compassion

What does the course involve?
You will be taught in a group of maximum 16 people. The course consists of 8 sessions of 2 hrs. There will be daily home practice of one hour as part of the course. You will have a course manual and audio files / downloads to help you with your home practice.

Commitment
Getting the most out of the course will require some work on your part. It requires a strong commitment to work on yourself through a gentle but rigorous daily discipline of meditation and movement practice. Making the commitment to devote the time needed for this personal exploration can feel difficult, but most people consider it worthwhile.
Once your application has been received, Stephanie will contact you for an orientation to the course and answer any questions you may want to ask.

Who is the course for?
This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT

Monday 10-12pm
September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, November 3

Day retreat: Sunday 5th October 10-4pm

Venue: Chyan Cultural Centre Sky Barn

Cost: £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £160 benefits or unwaged. Please discuss as needed

Book your place
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Oct
27

Swamp Circus Half Term Residency

Step right up and join us for three days of circus fun for all ages!

Our workshop features a variety of exciting activities including Chinese Pole, Aerial Silks, Clowning, Juggling, Acrobatics, and Hula Hooping.

Whether you're 7 or 77, there's something for everyone to enjoy and learn in this action-packed circus extravaganza. If you have circus experience and are outside these ages brackets, or you have siblings that are inside the age bracket and you want to come, please email info@chyan.org

Don't miss out on the chance to unleash your inner performer and discover the magic of the circus! Join us for three days of laughter, skill-building, and unforgettable memories

Please bring a packed lunch. We will have a cafe serving hot and cold drinks with cakes and snacks

£16 per person per day. £45 for all 3 days

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Oct
25

MAYJUNE and EDNA- Campervan Tour

Nomadically moving between London, Cornwall and Brazil, Edna’s music is folky, meditative and soulful. She finger-picks the guitar and repetition makes for trance-like states whilst she sings about everything that makes her feel deeply - love, loss, nature, pain, joy, the universe. The music has a nostalgic and philosophical undercurrent that might leave you pondering.

MAYJUNE is an alternative folk singer songwriter hailing from southeast London. She writes reflective whimsical ballads about the failings of society and lines her music with glimmers of humour & wit through winding melody. She is set to release her second EP ‘Bon Bons’ late October.

Starting at 7pm in the Apple Barn

The Bar and venue will be open from 6:30pm

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Oct
20

Mindfulness Compassionate Living Course

This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT. It teaches us ways to cultivate kindness and compassion for ourselves and others. 

Compassion involves both sensitivity to our own and others’ suffering and the courage to deal with it. This course integrates the work of experts in the field such as Paul Gilbert, Kristin Neff, Christopher Germer, Rick Hanson and Tara Brach.  Erick van den Brink and Frits Koster developed this eight step MBCL training programme which is supported by practical exercises and free audio downloads. Grounded in ancient wisdom and modern science, this course demonstrates how being compassionate shapes our minds and brains, and benefits our health and relationships.

All course participants will receive written materials, an audio download of 24 guided meditations, a certificate of attendance and 22 hours training. Cost is £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £100 unwaged

The course is delivered online over 8 weeks with the option of attending a silent practice session in person to embed your practice. Themes include:

Week One - The emotional regulation systems

Week Two: Stress Reactions And Self Compassion

Week Three: Inner Patterns

Week Four: The Compassion Mode

Week Five: Self And Others

Week Six: Happiness For All

Silent Practice Session 10-4pm - in person.

Week Seven: Compassion In Daily Life

Session Eight: The Healing Power Of Compassion

What does the course involve?
You will be taught in a group of maximum 16 people. The course consists of 8 sessions of 2 hrs. There will be daily home practice of one hour as part of the course. You will have a course manual and audio files / downloads to help you with your home practice.

Commitment
Getting the most out of the course will require some work on your part. It requires a strong commitment to work on yourself through a gentle but rigorous daily discipline of meditation and movement practice. Making the commitment to devote the time needed for this personal exploration can feel difficult, but most people consider it worthwhile.
Once your application has been received, Stephanie will contact you for an orientation to the course and answer any questions you may want to ask.

Who is the course for?
This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT

Monday 10-12pm
September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, November 3

Day retreat: Sunday 5th October 10-4pm

Venue: Chyan Cultural Centre Sky Barn

Cost: £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £160 benefits or unwaged. Please discuss as needed

Book your place
View Event →
Oct
13

Mindfulness Compassionate Living Course

This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT. It teaches us ways to cultivate kindness and compassion for ourselves and others. 

Compassion involves both sensitivity to our own and others’ suffering and the courage to deal with it. This course integrates the work of experts in the field such as Paul Gilbert, Kristin Neff, Christopher Germer, Rick Hanson and Tara Brach.  Erick van den Brink and Frits Koster developed this eight step MBCL training programme which is supported by practical exercises and free audio downloads. Grounded in ancient wisdom and modern science, this course demonstrates how being compassionate shapes our minds and brains, and benefits our health and relationships.

All course participants will receive written materials, an audio download of 24 guided meditations, a certificate of attendance and 22 hours training. Cost is £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £100 unwaged

The course is delivered online over 8 weeks with the option of attending a silent practice session in person to embed your practice. Themes include:

Week One - The emotional regulation systems

Week Two: Stress Reactions And Self Compassion

Week Three: Inner Patterns

Week Four: The Compassion Mode

Week Five: Self And Others

Week Six: Happiness For All

Silent Practice Session 10-4pm - in person.

Week Seven: Compassion In Daily Life

Session Eight: The Healing Power Of Compassion

What does the course involve?
You will be taught in a group of maximum 16 people. The course consists of 8 sessions of 2 hrs. There will be daily home practice of one hour as part of the course. You will have a course manual and audio files / downloads to help you with your home practice.

Commitment
Getting the most out of the course will require some work on your part. It requires a strong commitment to work on yourself through a gentle but rigorous daily discipline of meditation and movement practice. Making the commitment to devote the time needed for this personal exploration can feel difficult, but most people consider it worthwhile.
Once your application has been received, Stephanie will contact you for an orientation to the course and answer any questions you may want to ask.

Who is the course for?
This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT

Monday 10-12pm
September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, November 3

Day retreat: Sunday 5th October 10-4pm

Venue: Chyan Cultural Centre Sky Barn

Cost: £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £160 benefits or unwaged. Please discuss as needed

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Oct
12

Chyan Apple Fair

Join us for a sweet slice of autumn at the Chyan Apple Fair 2025! Bring the whole family for a day of orchard magic, hands-on fun and delicious treats around the farm.

What’s on:
- Kids Field and Mud Kitchen
- Apple Juicing (bring your own to press!)
- Crafting and Circus fun
- Live Music & Poetry
- Vegan Café and fresh crêpes

When: Sunday 12 October, 12–6pm
Where: Chyan Farm, Halvasso, TR10 9BT
Admission: Adults £6, Children £4
Cash event: Please bring cash for entry and stalls

Invite your friends, pack your autumn smiles, and see you under the apple trees!

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Oct
7

Clowning for Wellbeing

Step into a space where laughter, play, and connection take centre stage. This workshop uses the art of clowning — along with comedy, games, and gentle performance techniques — as a fun and powerful way to support mental health and wellbeing.

You don’t need any experience in theatre or comedy to join in. Clowning is all about embracing your natural playfulness, finding joy in the moment, and learning to see mistakes as opportunities. Through interactive games and group activities, you’ll discover tools to release stress, build confidence, and connect with others in a light-hearted, supportive environment.

Whether you’re looking for a creative outlet, a boost to your mood, or simply a chance to step away from the everyday and enjoy some silliness, this class is for you. By the end, you’ll feel refreshed, uplifted, and reminded of how good it feels to laugh.

Come as you are — and leave with a lighter heart.

£5.00

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Oct
6

Mindfulness Compassionate Living Course

This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT. It teaches us ways to cultivate kindness and compassion for ourselves and others. 

Compassion involves both sensitivity to our own and others’ suffering and the courage to deal with it. This course integrates the work of experts in the field such as Paul Gilbert, Kristin Neff, Christopher Germer, Rick Hanson and Tara Brach.  Erick van den Brink and Frits Koster developed this eight step MBCL training programme which is supported by practical exercises and free audio downloads. Grounded in ancient wisdom and modern science, this course demonstrates how being compassionate shapes our minds and brains, and benefits our health and relationships.

All course participants will receive written materials, an audio download of 24 guided meditations, a certificate of attendance and 22 hours training. Cost is £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £100 unwaged

The course is delivered online over 8 weeks with the option of attending a silent practice session in person to embed your practice. Themes include:

Week One - The emotional regulation systems

Week Two: Stress Reactions And Self Compassion

Week Three: Inner Patterns

Week Four: The Compassion Mode

Week Five: Self And Others

Week Six: Happiness For All

Silent Practice Session 10-4pm - in person.

Week Seven: Compassion In Daily Life

Session Eight: The Healing Power Of Compassion

What does the course involve?
You will be taught in a group of maximum 16 people. The course consists of 8 sessions of 2 hrs. There will be daily home practice of one hour as part of the course. You will have a course manual and audio files / downloads to help you with your home practice.

Commitment
Getting the most out of the course will require some work on your part. It requires a strong commitment to work on yourself through a gentle but rigorous daily discipline of meditation and movement practice. Making the commitment to devote the time needed for this personal exploration can feel difficult, but most people consider it worthwhile.
Once your application has been received, Stephanie will contact you for an orientation to the course and answer any questions you may want to ask.

Who is the course for?
This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT

Monday 10-12pm
September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, November 3

Day retreat: Sunday 5th October 10-4pm

Venue: Chyan Cultural Centre Sky Barn

Cost: £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £160 benefits or unwaged. Please discuss as needed

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Oct
5

Mindfulness Day Retreat

These days are an opportunity to reconnect with or deepen your ongoing practice. Practising with others supports our intentions and provides a nourishing way to reconnect with ourselves. Please bring any mats, stools or cushions you use regularly and spare equipment can also be provided. Bring your own blanket and a packed lunch. Tea, coffee and snacks will be provided. 10-4pm.

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Sept
29

Mindfulness Compassionate Living Course

This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT. It teaches us ways to cultivate kindness and compassion for ourselves and others. 

Compassion involves both sensitivity to our own and others’ suffering and the courage to deal with it. This course integrates the work of experts in the field such as Paul Gilbert, Kristin Neff, Christopher Germer, Rick Hanson and Tara Brach.  Erick van den Brink and Frits Koster developed this eight step MBCL training programme which is supported by practical exercises and free audio downloads. Grounded in ancient wisdom and modern science, this course demonstrates how being compassionate shapes our minds and brains, and benefits our health and relationships.

All course participants will receive written materials, an audio download of 24 guided meditations, a certificate of attendance and 22 hours training. Cost is £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £100 unwaged

The course is delivered online over 8 weeks with the option of attending a silent practice session in person to embed your practice. Themes include:

Week One - The emotional regulation systems

Week Two: Stress Reactions And Self Compassion

Week Three: Inner Patterns

Week Four: The Compassion Mode

Week Five: Self And Others

Week Six: Happiness For All

Silent Practice Session 10-4pm - in person.

Week Seven: Compassion In Daily Life

Session Eight: The Healing Power Of Compassion

What does the course involve?
You will be taught in a group of maximum 16 people. The course consists of 8 sessions of 2 hrs. There will be daily home practice of one hour as part of the course. You will have a course manual and audio files / downloads to help you with your home practice.

Commitment
Getting the most out of the course will require some work on your part. It requires a strong commitment to work on yourself through a gentle but rigorous daily discipline of meditation and movement practice. Making the commitment to devote the time needed for this personal exploration can feel difficult, but most people consider it worthwhile.
Once your application has been received, Stephanie will contact you for an orientation to the course and answer any questions you may want to ask.

Who is the course for?
This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT

Monday 10-12pm
September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, November 3

Day retreat: Sunday 5th October 10-4pm

Venue: Chyan Cultural Centre Sky Barn

Cost: £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £160 benefits or unwaged. Please discuss as needed

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Sept
23

through the green and by the blue

Photo: Edward Brown

How do you get from A to B? And what do you experience along the way? through the green and by the blue is a dance duet created by Hannah Jacobs and Talia Sealey. 

With captivating grace and skill, they weave tales of rail, sea, and road in this playful exploration of public transport and walking.

The show features an eclectic score by Emmy Award winning composer Barnaby Taylor. 

See public transport in a new way through this tapestry of movement and music, and leave feeling inspired to pay closer attention to where you live.

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Photo: Edward Brown

The show is around 35 minutes long, with time to chat afterwards, and participate in our collective artwork, the Ticket Tapestry!

All ages welcome.

Tickets are on a pay what you feel scale - £0, £7, £10 or £14.

Biography

Hannah and Talia create thought-provoking and imaginative shows, and have performed at sites including at the Minack Theatre, the Eden Project and the Acorn Theatre.

This show brings together topics they are passionate about with their skillful and moving artistry as contemporary dancers.
The work is supported by AMATA, Falmouth University, Hall for Cornwall, Trevow Helston, The Ladder, and the Little Parc Owles Trust.

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Sept
22

Mindfulness Compassionate Living Course

This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT. It teaches us ways to cultivate kindness and compassion for ourselves and others. 

Compassion involves both sensitivity to our own and others’ suffering and the courage to deal with it. This course integrates the work of experts in the field such as Paul Gilbert, Kristin Neff, Christopher Germer, Rick Hanson and Tara Brach.  Erick van den Brink and Frits Koster developed this eight step MBCL training programme which is supported by practical exercises and free audio downloads. Grounded in ancient wisdom and modern science, this course demonstrates how being compassionate shapes our minds and brains, and benefits our health and relationships.

All course participants will receive written materials, an audio download of 24 guided meditations, a certificate of attendance and 22 hours training. Cost is £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £100 unwaged

The course is delivered online over 8 weeks with the option of attending a silent practice session in person to embed your practice. Themes include:

Week One - The emotional regulation systems

Week Two: Stress Reactions And Self Compassion

Week Three: Inner Patterns

Week Four: The Compassion Mode

Week Five: Self And Others

Week Six: Happiness For All

Silent Practice Session 10-4pm - in person.

Week Seven: Compassion In Daily Life

Session Eight: The Healing Power Of Compassion

What does the course involve?
You will be taught in a group of maximum 16 people. The course consists of 8 sessions of 2 hrs. There will be daily home practice of one hour as part of the course. You will have a course manual and audio files / downloads to help you with your home practice.

Commitment
Getting the most out of the course will require some work on your part. It requires a strong commitment to work on yourself through a gentle but rigorous daily discipline of meditation and movement practice. Making the commitment to devote the time needed for this personal exploration can feel difficult, but most people consider it worthwhile.
Once your application has been received, Stephanie will contact you for an orientation to the course and answer any questions you may want to ask.

Who is the course for?
This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT

Monday 10-12pm
September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, November 3

Day retreat: Sunday 5th October 10-4pm

Venue: Chyan Cultural Centre Sky Barn

Cost: £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £160 benefits or unwaged. Please discuss as needed

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Sept
20

Rakker Story Telling Festival

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Swamp Circus Presents: Rakker Storytelling Festival at Chyan Cultural Centre

20th September 2025

Swamp Circus is delighted to announce its Rakker Storytelling Festival, a celebration of circus arts, puppetry, and storytelling, taking place at the Chyan Cultural Centre on the 20th September 2025.

This family-friendly festival will bring together performers, puppeteers, and storytellers in an exciting programme of workshops, stories, and world-class shows.

Daily Festival Schedule:
• 12:00pm – Café Open
• 1:00pm – Circus Workshop
• 2:00pm – Swamp Story Time
• 3:00pm – Guest Performance:

THE MISADVENTURES OF THOR

 

THOR! Tall…brave…strong…but none too bright. Sometimes his days are not always full of heroic thunder, but instead are filled with hapless blunder!

 

Like the day he was almost married to an oafish giant. Or when he thought he was shortchanged as the golden presents were handed out. And then there was the time he had to be rescued by his own son, Magni, who was only three days old!

 

These ancient Nordic tales are brought to you by Ulf and Odd, two skalds, or storytellers, in a comedic romp through the life and times of the Viking gods.

 

Rattlebox and Angel Heart Theatre present this family show with their usual flair for skilfully blending puppetry, storytelling and larger-than-life characters into a performance full of wonder and delight! SKOL!

“What an incredible show for myself and my two kids. Thoroughly engaging, exciting, funny, and educational, with Viking 'factoids' scattered throughout. Absolutely gorgeous hand carved puppets. The set created such and inviting scene too, we all gathered around in anticipation. We loved being able to come up and meet the puppets and puppeteers afterwards. Just brilliant!”  - audience member at Green Scythe Fair

Tickets: Available via Ticket Source.
• Full Day: £16
• Show Only: £10
• Concessions Available

The Swamp Circus Storytelling Festival promises a weekend of laughter, wonder, and circus magic for audiences of all ages.

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Sept
15

The Art of Zen

The course offers a deeper understanding of mindfulness and how it can support many aspects of your daily life.

The wisdom of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh teaches us to find a sense of peace within ourselves, and serenity in the face of suffering. In a supportive community of like-minded people we experience developing more kindness and compassion.

We will introduce and explore new ways of bringing mindfulness into our day, not only in meditation, but also in how we eat, behave, speak to ourselves and others, and take care of ourselves.

Book Your Place

This course provides

  • An opportunity to experience the power of practising mindfulness in a supportive community

  • A grounding in Thich Nhat Hanh’s approach to mindfulness

  • A programme of structured learning and guidance from experienced practitioners, which helps build a mindfulness practice that is stable and self-reliant

  • Understanding ways to live with less anxiety and a greater sense of wellbeing

  • Ethical strategies to help cope with life’s stresses and develop inner peace

Mindfulness encourages a sense of wellbeing moment by moment, as well as being aware of what is happening in the present moment without reacting to it.

What does the course offer?

  • An introduction to mindfulness, how it works and how to practise it

  • Reducing feelings such as loneliness, anxiety, anger, and depression by establishing a stable and lasting mindfulness practice

  • A sense of connection and community by practising and sharing together with course participants

  • Practical exercises to help you bring more awareness to your experiences, understand the importance of rest, and what it means to be more Zen

  • Connecting more deeply with family and friends by learning the art of compassionate speech and deep listening

  • The art of mindfulness in everyday life as a means of generating compassion, joy and calm for yourself and others

Reported benefits

  • Increased enjoyment of life

  • Increased ability to be calm and relaxed

  • Increased control of emotions such as anger and anxiety

  • Improved sleep quality

  • Fewer feelings of anxiety and low mood

Who can attend?

This course is suitable for beginners, as well as those wishing to gain a fuller understanding of how mindfulness can support calm and peaceful living. Mindfulness is a practice originating in Buddhism and supported by neuroscience and psychology; it may be practised by those of all faiths and none.

Many of our participants learn new ways to care for their wellbeing and can develop positive responses to challenging situations.

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Sept
15

Mindfulness Compassionate Living Course

This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT. It teaches us ways to cultivate kindness and compassion for ourselves and others. 

Compassion involves both sensitivity to our own and others’ suffering and the courage to deal with it. This course integrates the work of experts in the field such as Paul Gilbert, Kristin Neff, Christopher Germer, Rick Hanson and Tara Brach.  Erick van den Brink and Frits Koster developed this eight step MBCL training programme which is supported by practical exercises and free audio downloads. Grounded in ancient wisdom and modern science, this course demonstrates how being compassionate shapes our minds and brains, and benefits our health and relationships.

All course participants will receive written materials, an audio download of 24 guided meditations, a certificate of attendance and 22 hours training. Cost is £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £100 unwaged

The course is delivered online over 8 weeks with the option of attending a silent practice session in person to embed your practice. Themes include:

Week One - The emotional regulation systems

Week Two: Stress Reactions And Self Compassion

Week Three: Inner Patterns

Week Four: The Compassion Mode

Week Five: Self And Others

Week Six: Happiness For All

Silent Practice Session 10-4pm - in person.

Week Seven: Compassion In Daily Life

Session Eight: The Healing Power Of Compassion

What does the course involve?
You will be taught in a group of maximum 16 people. The course consists of 8 sessions of 2 hrs. There will be daily home practice of one hour as part of the course. You will have a course manual and audio files / downloads to help you with your home practice.

Commitment
Getting the most out of the course will require some work on your part. It requires a strong commitment to work on yourself through a gentle but rigorous daily discipline of meditation and movement practice. Making the commitment to devote the time needed for this personal exploration can feel difficult, but most people consider it worthwhile.
Once your application has been received, Stephanie will contact you for an orientation to the course and answer any questions you may want to ask.

Who is the course for?
This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT

Monday 10-12pm
September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, November 3

Day retreat: Sunday 5th October 10-4pm

Venue: Chyan Cultural Centre Sky Barn

Cost: £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £160 benefits or unwaged. Please discuss as needed

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Sept
12
to 14 Sept

Into Being - A Three Day Retreat in Cornwall

Autumn Retreat in Cornwall
Tantric Yoga | Meditation | Yoga Nidra | Authentic Relating | Conscious Connected Breathwork
12th – 14th September 2025 | Chyan Cultural Centre, Penryn

Join us for a deeply nourishing three-day residential retreat this autumn at the beautiful Chyan Cultural Centre in Cornwall. Nestled in 18 acres of organic land with woodlands, orchards, and wild swimming, this is a place to slow down, soften, and return to yourself.

Guided by experienced psychotherapists and space-holders Beth Bauer and Devamurti, this retreat brings together the healing power of somatic and tantric practices to support nervous system regulation, emotional integration, and heartful connection.

What to Expect
Over the course of three days, you’ll be held in a safe, embodied container to explore:

Tantric Yoga to awaken energy and presence in the body

Meditation and Yoga Nidra to guide you into stillness and deep rest

Authentic Relating Practices to foster connection, truth, and intimacy

Conscious Connected Breathwork to access the wisdom of the body and release held emotion

About the Facilitators
Beth Bauer is a psychotherapist trained in Mindfulness-Based Core Process Psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Conscious Connected Breathwork. She brings a gentle, intuitive presence and a depth of understanding around trauma, attachment, and the subtle language of the body. Through breath, awareness, and heartfelt attunement, Beth supports others to reconnect with themselves, integrate old pain, and move toward wholeness.
www.beth-bauer.co.uk

Devamurti is a Core Process Psychotherapist, yoga teacher, and long-time practitioner of Tantric and meditative traditions. With a grounded and compassionate approach, he weaves together embodied inquiry, breath, and authentic relating to guide people into deeper presence, aliveness, and truth. His work is informed by decades of spiritual practice, relational depth, and trauma-informed care.
www.devamurti.co.uk | www.psychotherapytotnes.com

More Info
Spaces are limited to keep the group intimate and resourced.
To express interest or ask questions, please message Beth or Deva directly via:
devamurti108@gmail.com
or beth@beth-nicholas.com

Prices:
Early Bird (until August 1st): £250
Standard Ticket: £300
Camping: Free
Other accommodation also available

To book:
https://dandelion.events/e/w473a

Come as you are. Leave more fully yourself

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Sept
8

The Art of Zen

The course offers a deeper understanding of mindfulness and how it can support many aspects of your daily life.

The wisdom of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh teaches us to find a sense of peace within ourselves, and serenity in the face of suffering. In a supportive community of like-minded people we experience developing more kindness and compassion.

We will introduce and explore new ways of bringing mindfulness into our day, not only in meditation, but also in how we eat, behave, speak to ourselves and others, and take care of ourselves.

Book Your Place

This course provides

  • An opportunity to experience the power of practising mindfulness in a supportive community

  • A grounding in Thich Nhat Hanh’s approach to mindfulness

  • A programme of structured learning and guidance from experienced practitioners, which helps build a mindfulness practice that is stable and self-reliant

  • Understanding ways to live with less anxiety and a greater sense of wellbeing

  • Ethical strategies to help cope with life’s stresses and develop inner peace

Mindfulness encourages a sense of wellbeing moment by moment, as well as being aware of what is happening in the present moment without reacting to it.

What does the course offer?

  • An introduction to mindfulness, how it works and how to practise it

  • Reducing feelings such as loneliness, anxiety, anger, and depression by establishing a stable and lasting mindfulness practice

  • A sense of connection and community by practising and sharing together with course participants

  • Practical exercises to help you bring more awareness to your experiences, understand the importance of rest, and what it means to be more Zen

  • Connecting more deeply with family and friends by learning the art of compassionate speech and deep listening

  • The art of mindfulness in everyday life as a means of generating compassion, joy and calm for yourself and others

Reported benefits

  • Increased enjoyment of life

  • Increased ability to be calm and relaxed

  • Increased control of emotions such as anger and anxiety

  • Improved sleep quality

  • Fewer feelings of anxiety and low mood

Who can attend?

This course is suitable for beginners, as well as those wishing to gain a fuller understanding of how mindfulness can support calm and peaceful living. Mindfulness is a practice originating in Buddhism and supported by neuroscience and psychology; it may be practised by those of all faiths and none.

Many of our participants learn new ways to care for their wellbeing and can develop positive responses to challenging situations.

View Event →
Sept
8

Mindfulness Compassionate Living Course

This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT. It teaches us ways to cultivate kindness and compassion for ourselves and others. 

Compassion involves both sensitivity to our own and others’ suffering and the courage to deal with it. This course integrates the work of experts in the field such as Paul Gilbert, Kristin Neff, Christopher Germer, Rick Hanson and Tara Brach.  Erick van den Brink and Frits Koster developed this eight step MBCL training programme which is supported by practical exercises and free audio downloads. Grounded in ancient wisdom and modern science, this course demonstrates how being compassionate shapes our minds and brains, and benefits our health and relationships.

All course participants will receive written materials, an audio download of 24 guided meditations, a certificate of attendance and 22 hours training. Cost is £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £100 unwaged

The course is delivered online over 8 weeks with the option of attending a silent practice session in person to embed your practice. Themes include:

Week One - The emotional regulation systems

Week Two: Stress Reactions And Self Compassion

Week Three: Inner Patterns

Week Four: The Compassion Mode

Week Five: Self And Others

Week Six: Happiness For All

Silent Practice Session 10-4pm - in person.

Week Seven: Compassion In Daily Life

Session Eight: The Healing Power Of Compassion

What does the course involve?
You will be taught in a group of maximum 16 people. The course consists of 8 sessions of 2 hrs. There will be daily home practice of one hour as part of the course. You will have a course manual and audio files / downloads to help you with your home practice.

Commitment
Getting the most out of the course will require some work on your part. It requires a strong commitment to work on yourself through a gentle but rigorous daily discipline of meditation and movement practice. Making the commitment to devote the time needed for this personal exploration can feel difficult, but most people consider it worthwhile.
Once your application has been received, Stephanie will contact you for an orientation to the course and answer any questions you may want to ask.

Who is the course for?
This course is a postgraduate course for those who have already completed an 8 week Mindfulness course such as MBSR / MBCT

Monday 10-12pm
September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, November 3

Day retreat: Sunday 5th October 10-4pm

Venue: Chyan Cultural Centre Sky Barn

Cost: £200 supporting others / £180 standard / £160 benefits or unwaged. Please discuss as needed

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Sept
7

Chyan Apple Tree Sangha

We meet monthly on a Sunday morning in Chyan Apple Barn.
Suggested donation £5

We generally begin with a period of sitting meditation, sometimes
silent and sometimes guided.  If you use a meditation cushion or stool,
please bring this with you.  You may also want to bring a yoga mat,
shawl or blanket.

Sitting practice is followed by a period of silent walking meditation
or movement practice. This is either inside or outside depending on the
weather.

Another shorter period of silent sitting follows. We will then share a
reading or an audio recording of dharma teaching or explore an exercise
ourselves, and read the five mindfulness trainings aloud, together.

We end with a period of ‘Dharma sharing’ where we share from the heart, and practise deep listening.

Sangha is rooted in the teachings of the Buddha and we welcome people
from any, or no, faith background. Whatever our beliefs we come
together in the spirit of compassion and a desire to live fully and
completely in every moment of our lives.

Chyan Apple Tree Sangha has grown from 4 main roots:
1. Plum Village www.plumvillage.org
2. Gaia House www.gaiahouse.co.uk
3. Tarchin Hearn www.greendharmatreasury.org
4.The Crystal Group www.crystalgroup.co.uk

We would love you to join us in our meditation practice.

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