Oxford Young Buddhists

One Friday each month

Sub30 Nights

Looking to embody a new way of living and relating?

Come explore the teachings of the Buddha for life in our modern world.

We meet monthly at our Sub30s Nights to connect, transform our perspective, and form friendships with other young people who share our vision, practices, and ideals. There’s no need to book, and no prior experience needed - just turn up. And while we ask for a donation to cover our costs, we don’t charge for any of our events.

These nights are held at:

Peace House, 19 Paradise St, Oxford, OX1 1LD

Format

6:15pm: Doors open- There will be some members of the team at the entrance to Peace House on Paradise Street, who will welcome you and show you around.
6:30pm: Main session! Usually a mix of discussion, reflection, and meditation on the week's theme, but the exact format can change week-on-week. There'll be a tea break in the middle at around 7:30pm.
We aim to finish by about 8:30pm.

Upcoming events

Friday 15th May

A change of direction?

The legendary Padmasambhava brought Buddhism to Tibet by subduing its demons - not through destroying them, but by redirecting their energies to a higher ideal. Can we do the same to our personal demons? Come along to Oxford Young Buddhists on Friday 15th of May and find out!

Doors open at 6:15pm for a prompt start at 6:30pm - come along earlier if you'd like to help set up!

Future events

Friday June 12th

Get in contact with us

There is no question too silly or small! Please also let us know if there’s anything we can do to make it easier for you to join us at our events.

https://www.instagram.com/oxfordtriratna/

oxfordyoungbuddhists@gmail.com

Join our email list

So you can stay up to date with everything we’re getting up to. We’ll email you with news and details about upcoming events.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book?

It's a drop-in class so you're welcome to join on the evening itself. If it's your first time, you might want to arrive around 6.15pm to get comfy.

How much does it cost?

We run all our events by donation - give what you would enjoy giving for the session.

Is this right for me?

Our activities are not suitable for everyone. Buddhism and meditation bring us face-to-face with deep questions about our lives, which can sometimes be uncomfortable. If you’re in any doubt about whether now’s the right time for you to come along, email us at hello@oxfordbuddhistcentre.uk.

What can I expect?

You'll be welcomed at the door, and guided through to the shrine room by one of our team. They'll show you where you can put your coat and shoes, and where the toilets are.

If you arrive before 6.15pm you might be invited to join in with setting up the room.

Everyone's friendly and approachable - so feel free to ask questions or strike up a conversation.

What seating options are there?

You can sit on a chair, or on top of firm cushions or wooden stools on floor mats.

Is there any etiquette I need to know about?

We're not easily offended, so don't worry! When entering the shrine room we will ask you to switch off your devices and leave your shoes outside.