Noddfa, Penmaenmawr
Noddfa is a Welsh word meaning refuge, a place of welcome and peace, a place where you can regain energy. The Noddfa centre is run by the Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Mary, and is a lovely old house which has views of the sea and the hills. The grounds are full of trees, colourful shrubs and flowers. there is also a walled vegetable garden, which provides fresh produce.
Location & Travel
The Noddfa centre is located on the North Wales coast in a village called Penmaenmawr close to Conwy. It sits in the foothills of mount Snowdon. You can take walks in the hills behind to clear your head, or take a stroll on the beach (just a ten minute walk away). Penmaenmawr station is within easy walking distance, and is on the main line through North Wales.
November 2021
Sesshin (5-day retreat) – Mirror Zen
This 5-day sesshin (Zen retreat) will be led by Zen master Daizan Skinner.
Find out more »Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher Training Module 1-2
Module 1-2 is a follow-up component to to our meditation and mindfulness teacher training, to be taken a minimum of 1yr (and a maximum of 3yrs) after attending module 1-1.
Find out more »Sesshin (5-day retreat) – Mirror Zen
This 5-day sesshin (Zen retreat) will be led by Zen master Daizan Skinner.
Find out more »December 2021
Breakthrough to Zen Retreat
Our 3-day Breakthrough to Zen retreats are designed specifically to create the ideal conditions for you to find your true nature – to find out who you really are (kensho in Japanese). The format is based on the "group sanzen" format developed by Shinzan Roshi, together with the dyad work of American teacher, Charles Berner, creating a uniquely powerful combination.
Find out more »January 2022
Breakthrough to Zen Retreat
Our Breakthrough to Zen retreats are designed specifically to create the ideal conditions for you to find your true nature – to find out who you really are (kensho in Japanese). The format is based on the "group sanzen" format developed by Shinzan Roshi, together with the dyad work of American teacher, Charles Berner, creating a uniquely powerful combination.
Find out more »Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher Training Module 2
Optional add-on module to our meditation and mindfulness teacher training suitable for those who wish to move beyond wellbeing and into the higher realms of human potential, whilst still keeping a grounded and energetic approach to life.
Find out more »December 2022
Breakthrough to Zen Retreat
**Reatreat postponed because of Corona Virus**
Our 3-day Breakthrough to Zen retreats are designed specifically to create the ideal conditions for you to find your true nature – to find out who you really are (kensho in Japanese). The format is based on the "group sanzen" format developed by Shinzan Roshi, together with the dyad work of American teacher, Charles Berner, creating a uniquely powerful combination.
