Date

28 Feb 2026

Time

10:00 am - 3:30 pm

Location

Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
The Old Courthouse, 43 Renfrew Road, London SE11 4NA, UK
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(HYBRID) This Precious Human Life – A One Day Retreat

Join us for ‘This Precious Human Life,’ a meaningful one-day retreat (in-person or online) inspired by the profound teachings contained in the Four Revolutions in Outlook (also known as the Four Thoughts that Turn the Mind).

We’ll explore meditations, contemplations and teachings on the rarity and preciousness of our human existence, and on the transient nature of life (impermanence). There will also be discussions on the reality of our suffering (duhkha) and actions and their consequences (karma).

Through reflection and practice, this day aims to deepen your appreciation of the preciousness of your life and the opportunities you have, and inspire a powerful boost for authentic Dharma practice.

Everyone is welcome to attend this day retreat, particularly those exploring the Buddhist path, whether for the first time or as a seasoned practitioner. These themes are regarded as indispensable in all schools of Tibetan Buddhism and are taught as the common, outer preliminaries for more advanced practice.

About our London Day Retreats

These Buddhist meditation day retreats, which can be attended online or in-person, offer the opportunity to discover what meditation and Buddhist mind training can do for mental well-being and to meet and share with like-minded people.

The sessions are perfect for both beginners and those with more experience. We hope to provide you with the foundation for developing your own practice, and help you develop tools that reduce stress, anxiety and worry; and nurture a happier, calmer, and more positive approach to life.

Booking & Donations

There are limited in-person places available for this day retreat. We will also be live-streaming and recording the teachings on Zoom. Please book in advance by using the options below.

We embrace a sliding scale policy for their event fees, guided by the Buddhist principle of generosity and inclusivity. There are suggested donations to help cover event costs and support our ongoing activities, for the benefit of all. However, we firmly believe that financial constraints should never be a barrier to participation. If the suggested amount is beyond your means, please contribute what you can — every offering helps us sustain and continue providing our events and courses for the collective good. 

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David is an experienced Buddhist contemplative and meditation guide who has studied and taught internationally for several years. He is the Co-Founder of Samadhi and a qualified mindfulness teacher, Mental Health First Aider, and an active member of the Association for Spiritual Integrity. His teaching style is clear and practical, and his warm and humorous approach makes him a popular mindfulness teacher. In his own practise and teachings, David focusses on the core themes of Early Buddhism and emphasises the practices of Shamatha (meditative quiescence), and its union with Vipassana on the Four Applications of Mindfulness and the Four Immeasurables – which presents a direct path leading to the realisation of our deepest nature and the potentials of consciousness, and closely follows how the Buddha himself attained enlightenment. He considers himself to be the fortunate student of many teachers, including his root lama, Lama Alan Wallace.

Hourly Schedule

Day Retreat

10.00am - 11.15am
Session 1
Talk & Meditation
11.15am - 11.45am
Break
11.45am - 1.00pm
Session 2
Talk & Meditation
1.00pm - 2.00pm
Lunch
2.00pm - 3.30pm
Session 3
Talk, Meditation & Discussion
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In Person Option 1 - Cover Our Running Costs + Donation
£65
Available Tickets: 83
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In Person Option 2 - Cover Our Running Costs
£45
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In Person Option 3 - Low Income
£25
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In Person Option 4 - Donation of Your Choosing
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Samadhi is a registered charity and we rely entirely on donations. Any donations you make will help us cover the costs of running these events and day-to-day organisational costs. Your contributions today can also be increased by 25% with Gift Aid. No one is excluded because of a lack of funds, but only through your honest generosity will we be able to continue offering these sessions for the benefit of all. If you'd like to donate an alternative amount, please choose Option 4.

The "In Person Option 4 - Donation of Your Choosing" ticket is sold out. You can try another ticket or another date.
Online Option 1 - Cover Our Running Costs + Donation
£45
Available Tickets: 83
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Online Option 2 - Cover Our Running Costs
£25
Available Tickets: 83
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Online Option 3 - Low Income
£15
Available Tickets: 83
The "Online Option 3 - Low Income" ticket is sold out. You can try another ticket or another date.
Online Option 4 - Donation of Your Choosing
Choose at Checkout
Available Tickets: 83

Samadhi is a registered charity and we rely entirely on donations. Any donations you make will help us cover the costs of running these events and day-to-day organisational costs. Your contributions today can also be increased by 25% with Gift Aid. No one is excluded because of a lack of funds, but only through your honest generosity will we be able to continue offering these sessions for the benefit of all. If you'd like to donate an alternative amount, please choose Option 4.

The "Online Option 4 - Donation of Your Choosing" ticket is sold out. You can try another ticket or another date.
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BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS

By booking with us, you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions, which can be viewed here.

Organiser

Organiser

Samadhi
Samadhi
Email
[email protected]
Website
https://www.samadhi.org.uk

Speakers

Speaker

  • David Oromith
    David Oromith Buddhist Contemplative, Author and Meditation Guide
    David Oromith
    David Oromith
    Buddhist Contemplative, Author and Meditation Guide

    David is a Buddhist contemplative, author, meditation guide and retreat leader. He is the Co-Founder of Samadhi, an organisation based in the UK and a member of the UK’s Network of Buddhist Organisations. He teaches workshops internationally and online and leads retreats across the UK. Through his clear and practical teaching style and warm and humorous approach, David inspires people to take back control of their thoughts and feelings and discover genuine wellbeing within.

Location

Location

Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
The Old Courthouse, 43 Renfrew Road, London SE11 4NA, UK
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(HYBRID) This Precious Human Life – A One Day Retreat

Date

28 Feb 2026
REGISTER

Welcome to Samadhi! We aim to introduce people to meditation, mindfulness & Buddhism, and help them integrate these practices into their daily life.

SAMADHI RETREAT CENTRE
(Charity number: 1207744)

Spiritual Patron: Lama B. Alan Wallace (PhD)

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Samadhi is an inclusive organisation and we welcome people of all ages, genders (including gender identity), sexual orientation, abilities, race (including colour, nationality and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief.

As an LGBTQ-led Buddhist organisation, we strongly believe that no one should be discriminated against for any reason at all and subscribe to the ideals of non-harm and loving-kindness. You’re welcome no matter who you are and you’re free to express yourself authentically.

  • With Love, David & Manu x