Hampton Philosophy Workshops (During school holidays only)

Hampton Philosophy Workshops

These informal meetings offer an opportunity to focus on a philosophical topic or practice and enjoy sharing observations and experience of practical wisdom. Join us for one or all of the sessions over the School holidays and enjoy the good company. Everyone is welcome. No prior knowledge is needed but an open and enquiring mind helps.

Next Cafe Dates: July 21st (Intro), 28th (Philosophy & Economics); August 4th (Working mindfully), 11th TBA, 18th TBA, 25th TBA; September 1st (Working Mindfully), 8th TBA & 15th TBA
Tuesdays: 2.15-4.30pm
Location: The Conference Room at Hampton Inspired Hub, 3 Ashley Rd, TW12 2JA (1 minute walk from Hampton Railway Station)

One-off Sessions

This is an exciting new venture in the School holiday periods at the Hampton Inspired Hub. Each session will focus on a particular aspect of Philosophy and will be engaging, enjoyable and relevant to all.

What to expect:

1) Focus on an aspect of philosophy from East or West relevant to life today. We may include sessions related Arts and Economics with Justice and the sessions are likely to include occasional break-out groups and we welcome and respond to any questions.

2) A philosophical practice or exercise and share our experiences. eg Sanskrit chanting, Walking meditation, Calligraphy practice etc

3) We will enjoy tea and coffee and good company in the Hub Cafe or in their relaxing open-air seating areas.

4) Working Mindfully Practice Session – We occasionally work as a team on a physical project. (Please bring working clothes)

It will take place during the Easter, Summer and Christmas holidays on Tuesday afternoons – see above for details of the next sessions.

Suggested Voluntary donation: £5 / session (by cash or card) on the day or by booking a place in advance. (Limited places – 1st come 1st served if oversubscribed)

We will always endeavour to find fresh ways to energise and inspire the practical work of philosophy and everyone is welcome.

Contact: 0777 9036 111 or PeterR@fses.org | Please call, text or email for further details.

Price

£5.00

Availability: 20 in stock

Limited places

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How it works on our educational courses

A tutor presents material, and leads a discussion based on what arises. Being practical rather than academic, the emphasis is on personal knowledge. Students are encouraged neither to accept nor reject the ideas put forward, but to test them in practice for themselves, in the light of their own experience.

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Hampton Philosophy Workshops (During school holidays only)