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Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre

Locality: Hillwood, Tasmania, Australia

Phone: +61 439 070 593

Address: 362 Hillwood Road 7252 Hillwood, TAS, Australia

Website: https://www.gracejunction.com.au/index.html

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25.01.2022 This is our little meditation retreat, getting great reviews on Airbnb :) When are you coming to stay??

24.01.2022 MEDITATION AND WORLD PEACE - WORKSHOP Saturday 12 September, 3:00-5:00pm, $20 Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre, 362 Hillwood Road. Just 20 mins north of Launceston, 75 mins from Devonport. In this workshop we will explore the idea that you can promote world peace by meditating. The presenter, Stephanie Legg England, is an accredited meditation teacher with a background in scientific research and a broad interest in personal and spiritual development. Stephanie will outl...ine a few different ways in which meditation has been proposed to promote world peace, drawing on a variety of philosophies and cultures. The program includes a 20 minute meditation and a couple of mini-meditations of a few minutes each. Beginners are welcome. Bearing in mind that world peace is a complex and sometimes heated topic, please note that we will not be discussing politics, exploring our feelings about world affairs or promoting activism in this workshop. The cost is $20 which you need to pay on arrival (please arrive early enough to pay and settle in before the starting time). To book your spot, contact Stephanie via email to [email protected], text to 0439 070 593 or by message via this Facebook page. Sincere bookings are more important than ever because of COVID-19 space regulations. See more

23.01.2022 CHANGE OF YOGA TEACHER We were very sad to say farewell to our yoga teacher, Miriam Pires, who suddenly had an opportunity to return to loved ones on the mainland earlier this week. Miriam was much loved as a yoga teacher at the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre and will be missed. Happily, a new yoga teacher has approached the centre and she will take up the normal time slot at the normal fee. Claire Clifford will hold a gentle yoga class on Saturday from 10.30 to 11.30am ($15 or $10 concession). Bring your own mat, water bottle and blanket. Bookings are not required but please arrive in good time for the class so we can work out appropriate spacing for everyone.

22.01.2022 YOGA CLASS IN HILLWOOD Saturday 10:30 - 11:30 am $15 or $10 concession Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre, 362 Hillwood Road. A gentle foundational yoga class by Miriam Pires continues to be held every Saturday morning at Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre until further notice. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, water bottle and cash payment ($15 or $10 concession). Suitable for all levels including beginners. Space is regulated so please arrive in good time for the class. Miriam is a well-qualified yoga instructor and you can learn more about her (including contact details) on her website, miriampires.com.

22.01.2022 It's not too late to book your spot! MEDITATIVE SINGING WORKSHOP Saturday 14 November, 3:00-5:00pm, $20, boookings essential. 362 Hillwood Road, Hillwood (just 20 mins north of Launceston and just over an hour from Devonport).... No talent required! This workshop offers both depth and fun. Don’t be put off by shyness or lack of musical experience. The voice activities in this workshop will be simple and varied, with non-religious lyrics, and with plenty of easy warm-ups to make sure you are in your comfort zone. The cost is $20 which you need to pay on arrival (please arrive early enough to pay and settle in before the starting time). To book your spot, contact Stephanie via email to [email protected], text to 0439 070 593 or by message via this Facebook page. Sincere bookings are more important than ever because of COVID-19 space regulations. See more

20.01.2022 WHAT A WONDERFUL YOGA CLASS Saturdays 10:30-11:45am, $15 or $10 concession. 362 Hillwood Road. No booking required. Beginners welcome! We came out radiant last Saturday morning after Claire Clifford's first yoga class at the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre. Claire led a Yin Yoga class - a slow-paced style of yoga in which simple postures are held for a longer period while Claire helped us to focus on our breath, aromatic oil and beautiful sounds. The session ended wit...h a Yoga Nidra meditation. Claire will be running the yoga class each Saturday morning from 10:30 to 11:45am. Bring your own mat, water bottle and blanket. Bookings are not required but please arrive in good time so that spaces can be arranged. The class is suitable for a wide range of abilities, including options for those who find normal yoga postures difficult. To discuss your special needs with Claire, please contact her on 0434 936 449. See more

20.01.2022 SOCIAL LUNCH after our meditation meeting on Sunday 28 March. Our regular Sunday visitors are planning to bring food and linger for lunch after our meditation meeting on this day. There will be DIY live music - that is, after we have eaten lunch, some of us will have a bit of a sing or jam on musical instruments (BYO musical instrument; talent not necessary). All are welcome to attend the meditation meeting (10:30-11:30am, $10 or $5). Please contact me (Steph) if you would like to join us for the lunch and/or music afterwards.

20.01.2022 Last yoga class for 2020 is this weekend. Highly recommended. Click on the event below for details. Yoga resumes on 2 January 2021.

20.01.2022 Bushwalks, Beaches & Serenity in North East Tasmania "Hillwood and Beyond" 24 page colour guidebook - $12 This book provides information about 30 bushwalks (including walk notes) and 9 beaches in North East Tasmania, and scenic locations in Hillwood and Launceston. If you are interested in purchasing this book for yourself or friends, or in selling it through your retail outlet, please let me know. I have just done a small test print run and would like a rough idea how many t...o order for the next print run, and whether there is enough demand to set up an on-line outlet. It has 24 A4 colour pages and includes over 100 colour photos, plus general tips for travelling in the area. Cost $12. Available to view at the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre if you drop in before a meeting. The book was motivated by the fact that when I ask my clients, "When does your mind naturally become quiet?" clients usually reply with some variation of, "When I'm out in nature". And North East Tasmania provides an ideal environment for going in quest of a quieter mind! See more

19.01.2022 Just TWO WEEKS away! It's time to book your spot. WORKSHOP - MANAGING PAIN OR FATIGUE WITH MEDITATION Click on the event and scroll down for details and information about how to book.

19.01.2022 Around the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre today. A lot of life even when there are no people!

18.01.2022 Waiting faithfully for your return! Hope you like these scenes from around the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre today. While we are in a season of autumn colours and dormancy, one cheeky violet is flowering!

18.01.2022 NEWCOMERS AND BEGINNERS ALWAYS WELCOME! Meditation Meetings at the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30-11:30 am. No booking required. Cost is $10 or $5 concession. ... Cash is welcome but you can pay online if you prefer (just ask how). We begin with a chat and then have a 20 minute silent meditation with a short introduction and debriefing. Tips are available for beginners. Sessions are led by Stephanie Legg England who is an accredited meditation teacher with a background in psychology and a broad interest in spiritual philosophy. COVID-safe practices apply. Please bring a drink rather than using the kitchenette. Meditators will be spaced 1.5m apart. Great humour and fellowship prevail! See more

17.01.2022 COMING UP ON SATURDAY: LEARN HOW TO MEDITATE :) Meditation Basics Workshop Saturday 8 August, 3:00-5:00pm, $20 Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre, 362 Hillwood Road,... just 20 mins north of Launceston, 70 mins from Devonport. Recommended for beginners AND for those who want to give their meditation a boost, this workshop will cover physical, mental, emotional and spiritual considerations for your meditation practice, emphasising the importance of choosing a method that suits your goals and lifestyle. The workshop will be led by Stephanie Legg England who is an accredited meditation teacher with a background in psychology and a broad interest in spiritual philosophy. Cost is $20 (please bring cash or ask how to pay online) and you will need to arrive about 15 minutes early to allow time to pay and settle in. It is essential that you contact Stephanie to reserve your place. Sincere bookings are more important than ever because of COVID-19 space regulations. Contact Stephanie via email to [email protected], text to 0439 070 593 or by message via this Facebook page. See more

15.01.2022 NEW YOGA TEACHER Saturday 31 October, 10:30-11:30am, $15 or $10 concession. Yoga classes continue this Saturday at the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre with a new teacher, Claire Clifford, after our previous teacher (Miriam Pires) had a sudden opportunity to return interstate. The class will be, as usual, at 10.30-11.30am at 362 Hillwood Road. Bring your own mat, water bottle and blanket. Bookings are not required but please arrive in good time so that spaces can be arranged. The class will be a gentle class including options for those who find normal yoga postures difficult.

14.01.2022 YOGA CLASS IN HILLWOOD resumes on Saturday, 10:30-11:30 am :) :) Every Saturday from 1 August at Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre, 362 Hillwood Road. Thanks to demand, a gentle foundational yoga class will again be held by Miriam Pires every Saturday morning at Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, water bottle and cash payment ($15 or $10 concession). Suitable for all levels including beginners. You can start any week and bookings are not required, but space is regulated so please arrive in good time for the class. Miriam is a well-qualified yoga instructor and you can learn more about her (including contact details) on her website, miriampires.com.

12.01.2022 HILLWOOD MEDITATION CENTRE - WHAT'S ON Drop-in Meditation: Every Sun, Tues & Thurs, 10:30-11:30am Yoga Class: Every Sat, 10:30-11:30am Workshops coming up (bookings required): - Traditional Teachings About Meditation, Sat 10 Oct, 3-5pm... - Meditative Singing, Sat 14 Nov, 3-5pm Counselling (any topic) or Deep State Therapy $60/hr Accommodation at nearby retreat: starts at $50/night Beginners and newcomers always welcome. For more information see www.gracejunction.com.au or contact Stephanie by email [email protected] or mobile 0439 070 593. See more

10.01.2022 WE ARE MEDITATING AS USUAL THIS SUNDAY (EASTER) but you get an extra hour of sleep first (end of Daylight Savings). All welcome. And, no we don't actually sit cross-legged :D. Meditation Meetings are held at the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre, 362 Hillwood Road, every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30-11:30 am. No booking required. Cost is $10 or $5 concession. We begin with a chat and then have a 20 minute silent meditation with a short introduction and debriefing. Tips are available for beginners. Sessions are led by Stephanie Legg England who is an accredited meditation teacher with a background in psychology and a broad interest in spiritual philosophy. Cash is welcome but you can pay online if you prefer (just ask how).

10.01.2022 Around the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre this week. Keeping the magic alive ;)

10.01.2022 HILLWOOD MEDITATION CENTRE - WHAT'S ON :) Drop-in Meditation: Every Sun, Tues & Thurs, 10:30-11:30am Yoga Class: Every Sat from 1 Aug, 10:30-11:30am Four workshops coming up (bookings required): - Meditation Basics, Sat 8 Aug, 3-5pm... - Meditation & World Peace, Sat 12 Sept, 3-5pm - Traditional Teachings About Meditation, Sat 10 Oct, 3-5pm - Meditative Singing, Sat 14 Nov, 3-5pm Counselling (any topic) or Deep State Therapy $60/hr Accommodation at nearby retreat: starts at $50/night Beginners and newcomers always welcome. For more information see www.gracejunction.com.au or contact Stephanie by email [email protected] or mobile 0439 070 593. See more

10.01.2022 YOGA CLASS IN HILLWOOD Every Saturday 10:30 - 11:30 am $15 or $10 concession Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre, 362 Hillwood Road. Thanks to demand, a gentle foundational yoga class by Miriam Pires continues to be held every Saturday morning at Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, water bottle and cash payment ($15 or $10 concession). Suitable for all levels including beginners. You can start any week and bookings are not required, but space is regulated so please arrive in good time for the class. Miriam is a well-qualified yoga instructor and you can learn more about her (including contact details) on her website, miriampires.com.

09.01.2022 It's not too late to put your name down for Saturday's workshop: TRADITIONAL SPIRITUAL TEACHINGS ABOUT MEDITATION Saturday 10 October, 3:00pm - 5:00pm, $20 -- Bookings essential 362 Hillwood Road, Hillwood (20 mins north of Launceston; just over an hour from Devonport)... Do you want inspiration for the spiritual side of your meditation, or to deepen your understanding of meditation, or an overview of what traditional meditation can offer? Meditation has been recommended by spiritual teachers from a variety of backgrounds across hundreds, perhaps thousands, of years. In this workshop, Stephanie will explain the different techniques, goals and beliefs associated with meditation from different spiritual traditions, especially ancient Hinduism, Buddhism and Christianity. The session includes three segments of 10-minute meditation, each sampling a different technique. Beginners are welcome. The cost is $20 which you need to pay on arrival (please arrive early enough to pay and settle in before the starting time). To book your spot, contact Stephanie via email to [email protected], text to 0439 070 593 or by message via this Facebook page. Sincere bookings are more important than ever because of COVID-19 space regulations. Stephanie Legg England is an accredited meditation teacher with a background in scientific research and a broad interest in personal and spiritual development. See more

07.01.2022 MEDITATION MEETINGS RESUME THIS WEEK at the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre :) First meeting is Thursday 2 July, 10:30-11:30 am.... Thereafter meetings will be held every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30-11:30 am. No booking required. Cost is $10 or $5 concession. Cash is welcome but you can pay online if you prefer (just ask how). Beginners are welcome. We begin with a chat and then have a 20 minute silent meditation with a short introduction and debriefing. Tips are available for beginners. Sessions are led by Stephanie Legg England who is an accredited meditation teacher with a background in psychology and a broad interest in spiritual philosophy. COVID-safe practices apply. Please bring a drink rather than using the kitchenette. Meditators will be spaced 1.5m apart. But the usual great humour and fellowship will prevail!

06.01.2022 NOW AVAILABLE FROM newsXpress George Town AND Low Head Tourist Park: "Hillwood and Beyond: Bushwalks, Beaches & Serenity in North East Tasmania" 24 page colour guidebook - RRP $15 This book provides information about 30 bushwalks (including walk notes) and 9 beaches in North East Tasmania, and scenic locations in Hillwood and Launceston. It has 24 A4 colour pages and includes over 100 colour photos, plus general tips for travelling in the area. ... Also still available directly from the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre if you drop in before a meeting or by contacting me (Stephanie Legg England) at [email protected] or 0439 070 593. The book was motivated by the fact that when I ask my clients, "When does your mind naturally become quiet?" clients usually reply with some variation of, "When I'm out in nature". And North East Tasmania provides an ideal environment for going in quest of a quieter mind! See more

05.01.2022 MORE FLOWERING PLANTS PLEASE! DO YOU HAVE ANY? Do you have any plant-babies coming up in your garden that you would be happy to donate to the Meditation Centre? I'm looking for all sorts of flowering plants to extend the gardens at the meditation centre, starting with the view from our most-used meditation room. I would love some off-shoots of ground-covers such as pig-face, gazanias or other daisies, rhizomes for irises, bulbs (when it's okay to move them), self-sewn herbs..., or really anything which is coming up spare in your garden - as long as it's not a pest lol. There are possums in the grounds, so plants which are delicious to possums will not survive. If you have anything you would like us to have, please send me a message via this Facebook page, email me on [email protected], text me on 0439 070 593, or just leave your offerings at the side door of the meditation centre (the door near the fire-hose) at 362 Hillwood Road. Thanks!! :) See more

05.01.2022 NEW: SUNDAY SING ! :) ! Sundays 10:00-10:30am A chance to sing and/or play musical instruments before our normal Sunday cuppa and chat. The songs will be simple, uplifting, meditative and non-religious, with a bit of help from a piano. The tunes will be easy to play or to strum along to - just 2-3 chords and a simple melody, so feel free to bring your musical instrument. No booking required. No fee (but donations towards the venue are very welcome).... 10:00am - singing (please arrive early as the session is short) 10:30am - normal cuppa and chat time (all welcome) 11:00am - normal silent meditation session ($10 or $5 concession) Afterwards - there may be an option to play and sing more if the mood takes us :D :D See more

04.01.2022 MEDITATION WORKSHOP ON SATURDAY 10 OCTOBER: TRADITIONAL SPIRITUAL TEACHINGS ABOUT MEDITATION 3:00pm - 5:00pm at 362 Hillwood Road, Hillwood (20 mins north of Launceston; just over an hour from Devonport) $20 -- Bookings essential... Do you want inspiration for the spiritual side of your meditation, or to deepen your understanding of meditation, or an overview of what traditional meditation can offer? Meditation has been recommended by spiritual teachers from a variety of backgrounds across hundreds, perhaps thousands, of years. In this workshop, Stephanie will explain the different techniques, goals and beliefs associated with meditation from different spiritual traditions, especially ancient Hinduism, Buddhism and Christianity. The session includes three segments of 10-minute meditation, each sampling a different technique. Beginners are welcome. The cost is $20 which you need to pay on arrival (please arrive early enough to pay and settle in before the starting time). To book your spot, contact Stephanie via email to [email protected], text to 0439 070 593 or by message via this Facebook page. Sincere bookings are more important than ever because of COVID-19 space regulations. Stephanie Legg England is an accredited meditation teacher with a background in scientific research and a broad interest in personal and spiritual development. See more

03.01.2022 MEDITATION BASICS WORKSHOP Saturday 8 August, 3:00-5:00pm, $20 Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre, 362 Hillwood Road, just 20 mins north of Launceston, 70 mins from Devonport. Recommended for beginners AND for those who want to give their meditation a boost, this workshop will cover physical, mental, emotional and spiritual considerations for your meditation practice, emphasising the importance of choosing a method that suits your goals and lifestyle. The workshop will be... led by Stephanie Legg England who is an accredited meditation teacher with a background in psychology and a broad interest in spiritual philosophy. Cost is $20 (please bring cash or ask how to pay online) and you will need to arrive about 15 minutes early to allow time to pay and settle in. It is essential that you contact Stephanie to reserve your place. Sincere bookings are more important than ever because of COVID-19 space regulations. Contact Stephanie via email to [email protected], text to 0439 070 593 or by message via this Facebook page. See more

03.01.2022 PROPOSING TO RE-OPEN FROM 1 JULY It’s with great excitement that I’m planning to resume meditation meetings and other services from 1 July. With Covid-19 restrictions easing in Tasmania from tomorrow afternoon, this will give us all time to catch up on a few outings and become confident that risks are low - and get past the shortest days of the year before we meet again at the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre. As well as regular meditation meetings, I also plan to re...sume counselling, therapy and accommodation from 1 July. At the time of re-opening, the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre will have a Covid Safety Plan in place, including social distancing and cleaning schedules according to government regulations. In the three years since opening the meditation centre, I’ve seen the groups grow into a lovely friendly community and I’m sure those connections will have been missed during Covid-19 restrictions. We will be looking forward to catching up with each other and sharing meditation again! But I’m reluctant to rush into re-opening because of the wonderfully high numbers of seniors among our regular visitors (though the word vulnerable would never spring to my mind when I think of you ..), and because the normal supports for my intellectually disabled daughter are not all available yet, so I’m still dealing with other demands. I’ll post again closer to 1 July to confirm the date for re-opening and to confirm the program for meetings and workshops. Hope to see you in July!! Kind regards Steph

01.01.2022 EXTRA GENTLE Yoga Class in Hillwood - - Calling for expressions of interest - - Miriam is considering creating another yoga class, either before or after the 10:30am Saturday class, dedicated to seniors, those who need modified postures, and/or those who are looking for an even more meditative experience, focusing on breathing and basic flowing movement. If this is something that interests you please contact Stephanie at the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre either via Facebook page, text message to 0439 070 593 or email to [email protected] so we can consider whether to launch this modified class.

01.01.2022 Coming up this Saturday. For more details - including the cost and how to book your place - please click on the event and scroll down. :)