Continuing Meditation Services and Events

“Every class opens up new possibilities.”
- Katherine Holtham, Victoria BC

The transformation inherent in the practice of meditation comes to us only as part of a lifelong journey. Recognizing this, Neil McKinlay offers a range of services intended to help people deepen their commitment to and connection with this path. As all these are rooted in the body-centered practice featured in his introductory events, prior exposure to this technique is recommended.

Foremost among Neil’s continuing offerings are the monthly gatherings of the Ocean View Meditation Group. Occurring Saturday mornings - and occasionally all day - at Victoria’s Queenswood Centre, these provide guided meditation, extended practice, a short talk, and personal interviews. Smaller versions of this group can be conducted in private homes upon request.

Neil also offers a number of continuing classes through Oak Bay and Saanich Recreation. Taking place at Monterey Centre and Goward House, respectively, these weekly events afford people regular exposure to longer practice sessions. In order to further deepen participants’ understanding, time is also allowed for discussion.

Addressing the issue of home practice, The Monthly Updates provide subscribers a number of guided meditations each year. Available to anyone who has completed an introductory offering with Neil, these mp3s provide a unique form of ongoing support to those wanting to make practice a more central part of their lives.

Finally, as a personal meditation coach, Neil uses his training and insight to help practitioners explore the depths of the meditative journey. These one-on-one interactions afford a powerful, personal engagement with the practice. As such, they allow unparalleled opportunities for us to draw meditation further into our lives.