The teacher of the weekly Wynnum meditation class is Gen Kelsang Ani. Gen Ani is Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Brisbane and teaches all the main classes and courses at the Centre. Gen Ani has been studying and practising Modern Kadampa Buddhism with Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 20 years. She teaches with warmth and compassion, making modern Buddhism accessible and applicable to all.
Meditation & Buddhism class current topic:
How to stop overthinking – starts Wednesday 19 August
Wednesday night:
Meditation & Buddhism Class in Brisbane
Wednesday Night Meditation & Buddhism Class in Brisbane
Wednesday Night Meditation & Buddhism Class in Brisbane
A meaningful midweek reset
Take a peaceful pause in the middle of your week with our Wednesday night meditation and Buddhism class in Brisbane.
Taught by our Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Ani, this weekly class offers a chance to step out of the busyness of daily life, settle your mind, and explore practical Buddhist wisdom that can help you live with greater clarity, confidence and inner peace.
Each class includes guided meditation and a teaching on how to apply Buddha’s advice to everyday situations — relationships, stress, uncertainty, emotional habits, and the search for real happiness. The emphasis is always practical: how to use meditation and Buddhist teachings to create positive change from the inside out.
Whether you are completely new to meditation or have been practising for many years, you are welcome to attend. The class is relaxed, friendly and suitable for everyone.
What to expect
The evening usually includes:
- guided breathing meditation to settle the mind
- a practical teaching with Gen Kelsang Ani
- a second guided meditation based on the teaching
- time for questions and discussion
You do not need to be Buddhist to benefit from the class. The teachings are presented in a clear and accessible way, showing how timeless Buddhist wisdom can help us meet the challenges of modern life with a more peaceful and positive mind.
Why come on Wednesday night?
Our Wednesday evening class is ideal if you are looking for a deeper weekly class after work, or a regular place to reconnect with your meditation practice.
It is a meaningful way to end the day — calming your mind, gaining fresh perspective, and leaving with practical insights you can carry into the rest of your week.
The class is held at Kadampa Meditation Centre Brisbane in Spring Hill, close to Brisbane CBD and public transport. Street parking is usually easier in the evening than during the day.
Class details
When: Wednesday nights
Where: Kadampa Meditation Centre Brisbane, 109 Leichhardt Street, Spring Hill
Teacher: Gen Kelsang Ani, Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Brisbane
Suitable for: Everyone, including beginners
Booking: You can book online or pay at the door
Upcoming Topics
How to Stop Overthinking
Does your mind ever feel like it just won’t switch off? Replaying conversations. Worrying about what might go wrong. Getting caught in loops of thought that leave you feeling drained, foggy, and further from peace than when you started.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone — and you’re not stuck. There is a way through.
Break Free from Overthinking
Most of us have never been taught how to work with our mind. So when unhelpful thoughts arise, we follow them — analysing, replaying, worrying — until the thinking itself becomes the problem.
Buddhist wisdom offers a gentle but powerful reframe: the issue isn’t that we think; it’s that we’ve developed the habit of following every thought wherever it leads, without realising we have a choice.
When we learn how the mind actually works — and how to guide it with kindness rather than force — something shifts. Clarity becomes possible. So does rest. So does genuine inner peace.
In this series of classes you’ll be introduced to practical teachings and guided meditations to help you step out of unhelpful thinking patterns and discover a calmer, more spacious mind.
Learn Practical Methods to Calm a Busy Mind
These aren’t just ideas to think about — they are tools you can use. Through Buddhist meditation techniques and gentle mental training, you’ll develop the ability to step back from a busy, overactive mind and find stillness beneath the noise.
With practice, you’ll discover how to navigate the pressures of modern life with greater ease, switch off when you need to, and experience a quality of peace that doesn’t depend on everything going right.
What You Will Learn
Discover practical tools you can begin using straight away, including:
- How to recognise and release busy, painful, or out-of-control thought patterns
- What to do when your mind feels stuck, negative, or circular
- How to stop thinking thoughts you don’t want to have
- How to genuinely switch off and let the mind rest
- Simple, guided meditation techniques that bring clarity and mental calm
Guided Meditation & Buddhist Wisdom
Each class combines clear, accessible teachings with guided meditation — so you leave not just with understanding, but with direct experience of a quieter mind.
Buddhist wisdom has helped people work with their thoughts for thousands of years. Many people find that even small shifts in how they relate to their thinking bring immediate relief — a sense of spaciousness they didn’t know was possible.
Whether you’re brand new to meditation or have been practising for years, this series is for you. No prior knowledge of Buddhism is needed — just an open and willing mind.
Starts Wednesday 19 August. Prepay and save 16%
Our Teacher
Frequently asked questions:
Do I need to be Buddhist to attend the Wednesday night class?
No. Everyone is welcome, whether you are Buddhist, interested in Buddhism, or simply looking for practical ways to become calmer, happier and more positive. The teachings are presented in a clear and accessible way, so you can take from them whatever is helpful for your life.
Is the Wednesday night class suitable for beginners?
Yes. The class is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with more experience. Each class includes guided meditation and a practical teaching, so you do not need any previous knowledge or experience to attend.
What happens in the Wednesday night class?
The class usually includes a guided breathing meditation, a practical teaching with Resident Teacher Gen Kelsang Ani, a second guided meditation based on the teaching, and time for questions or discussion. The emphasis is on applying Buddhist wisdom to everyday life.
Who teaches the Wednesday night class?
The Wednesday night class is taught by Gen Kelsang Ani, the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Brisbane. Gen Ani is a Buddhist nun and experienced meditation teacher known for presenting Buddha’s teachings in a practical, warm and accessible way.
Can I come to just one class, or do I need to attend the whole series?
You are welcome to come to any class as a stand-alone session. Many people enjoy attending the whole series because the teachings build week by week, but you can join at any time.
Is there parking available for the Wednesday night class?
The class is held at Kadampa Meditation Centre Brisbane, 109 Leichhardt Street, Spring Hill. Street parking is usually easier in the evening than during the day, but please allow a little extra time, especially if it is your first visit.
What should I wear or bring?
There is no need to wear anything special. Just come in comfortable clothing. Chairs are provided, and you do not need to bring a meditation cushion unless you prefer to use your own.