Melbourne Meditation Centre

08/10/2026

Just three weeks to go — and only one private room left!

Our November meditation retreat is coming up fast. If you’ve been thinking about taking a few days away from the usual demands of work and life, this could be just the opportunity you need.

Four days to slow down, relax, enjoy the natural surroundings of the Dandenong Ranges, and explore meditation in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

There’ll be meditations, mindful movement, delicious vegetarian food, leisurely walks and plenty of time to do absolutely nothing at all.

No need to be an experienced meditator. No gruelling schedule. Just a chance to rest, recharge and return home feeling refreshed.

📅 30 October – 3 November
📍 Lysterfield, in the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges

The retreat is filling up, with just one private room remaining.

Find out more and book your place here:
👉 https://melbournemeditationcentre.com.au/meditation-retreats/lysterfield-november-meditation-retreat/

We'd love to have you join us!

28/09/2026

26/09/2026

If you’ve tried meditation and decided you’re no good at it, this workshop may be for you.

Perhaps you tried an app but didn't 'get'. Or you kept getting distracted by thoughts and assumed you were doing it wrong.

The good news: you don't need to clear your mind, sit still, chant a mantra or even focus on the breath in order to benefit from meditation.

It’s a practical skill — and there is more than one way in.

At this 3-hour introductory workshop, you’ll learn a range of simple, enjoyable techniques for relaxing your body, working with an overactive mind, and finding an approach that suits you.

No experience required. No special skills required. Just curiosity.

How to Meditate Workshop
Sunday 4 October, 2–5pm
Richmond
$135 / $100 concession

Find out more or book your place:
https://melbournemeditationcentre.com.au/meditation-courses/meditation-workshops/

25/09/2026

The fastest way to relax is to notice where you are tense.

We often try to relax by telling ourselves to “let go” — but that can become another thing to achieve.

A more useful first step is simply to notice.

Where are you tightening? Your jaw? Shoulders? Stomach? Hands? Is there a furrow in your brow, or a part of you bracing against the day?

You don’t have to force the tension away. Just bringing kind, curious attention to it can begin to soften the struggle around it — and sometimes the tension itself.

Relaxation is less about making something happen, and more about noticing what is already happening.

Take a moment now: where are you holding on?

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22/09/2026

What would it feel like to put ordinary life on pause for four days?

This Melbourne Cup long weekend, join us in the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges for a gentle, restorative meditation retreat — a chance to slow down, rest deeply and reconnect with yourself.

There’s no punishing schedule, no early starts and no need to sit cross-legged for hours. You’ll be guided through practical meditation and deep-relaxation sessions, with mindful movement, walks in the bushland, nourishing vegetarian meals and plenty of unstructured time to read, sleep or simply do nothing at all.

Whether you’re new to meditation or wanting to deepen an existing practice, it’s a welcoming, informal space to step away from the constant demands of work and home.

📍 Don Bosco Retreat Centre, Lysterfield — around 40 minutes from the C*D
🗓 Friday 30 October–Tuesday 3 November
🧘 Led by Matt Young and Deb Amos

Single rooms with ensuites tend to book well ahead, so reserve your place soon.

Find out more and book:
https://melbournemeditationcentre.com.au/meditation-retreats/lysterfield-november-meditation-retreat/

16/09/2026

For the first time since COVID, I'm running a Meditation & Mindfulness for Beginners Course online. It will run on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 - 9:00pm for six weeks starting September 23. Full details at

Our six-week course is a great place to begin if you are new to meditation and mindfulness, or looking to refine and develop your skills.

14/09/2026

A few snapshots from our recent Spring retreat in Northern NSW. Book your spot for next year or come along to our Dandenong Ranges retreat in late October at https://melbournemeditationcentre.com.au/meditation-retreats/

10/09/2026

How long do you need to meditate?
20 minutes?
20 seconds?

Is a longer meditation better than a short one?

I answer that question here: https://melbournemeditationcentre.com.au/articles/how-much-meditation-is-enough/

But let's say you're in a rush and only have a minute.
Is it even worth trying?
Yes, and here are 5 techniques that can work in under 60 seconds.

https://melbournemeditationcentre.com.au/resources/one-minute-meditations/

09/09/2026

Did you know that Australians are the world’s most enthusiastic meditators?

According to some studies, more than 40% have tried meditation, compared with around 10% in India and less than 1% in Brazil.

Which means almost 60% haven’t. Maybe you’re one of them.

And perhaps that’s not so surprising.

Meditation still has a strange reputation. According to some, you have to sit still, cross your legs, stop thinking, or possibly even join a cult.

Fortunately, none of that is required.

We can teach you simple, practical ways to relax your body and calm your mind — wherever you happen to be.

Side effects may include:

😌 Less stress and anxiety
💤 Deeper sleep
🎯 Better focus
🔎 Clearer thinking
🌴 More peace and calm

"WOW, what can I say! I can't believe how much I learnt. Yes I am one of those people who thought I was doing it wrong, that my mind had to be blank etc. — so the myth-busting was very helpful. And I was very surprised that I did feel relaxed and peaceful (and still do). I've been using an app but it was nothing at all like what I learnt on your course." — Caroline P. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

👇 Our next Meditation & Mindfulness for Beginners courses start September 20.

Find out more and book:
https://melbournemeditationcentre.com.au/