School of Philosophy St Albans

Do you ever feel life may be passing you by, without ever having really understood what it's all about?

Philosophy doesn't give you the answers but it can help you think about the questions, point you in some useful directions and help you find meaning along the way.

So let the School of Philosophy St Albans be your guide.

We're a school of practical philosophy and mantra-based meditation with hundreds of satisfied former and current students from the past 50 years.

Our courses, groups and practical exercises, based on centuries of learning and experience, provide all the support you need for your journey of self-discovery and to fire up the astonishing potential within you.

Route One: Tuesday evenings that could change your life

Our next course: Philosophy Made Practical

Philosophy Made Practical is a great way to begin your journey and explore life's big questions in a fun and accessible way.

This course of ten weekly sessions is the perfect introduction to the potentially life-changing principles, practices and insights of practical philosophy.

Our tutors share their love for timeless wisdom from both East and West, guiding your group through various topics. They encourage you to challenge your own ideas and take a fresh look at what's actually there - both around you and within you.

You test out the ideas in practice in your everyday life.

Enrol now on Eventbrite or read more on Our next course page

Route Two: start your learning today...for FREE!

1. We have lots of FREE content to get you started, such as inspiring quotations, practical exercises and philosophical insights. Simply subscribe to our email list or fill out the pop-up form to receive your first piece of inspiration.

2. Our YouTube channel is packed with great FREE content. Learn about Plato's Cave, Stoic philosophy, why study Sanskrit and the joy of Meditation. And more.

3. Our popular Philosophy Cafe brings people together from all over the country on Zoom for a facilitated, themed discussion. The sessions are great fun and FREE, so no need to attend every week. If you're craving some good company, this is the perfect solution. More details here.

So much more to discover!

For students enrolled on one of our courses, we can offer support and tuition to establish a daily practice of mantra meditation. Join the thousands of others who have taken up this authentic, traditional meditation practice since we first offered it in the 1960s.

Also for our existing students, we offer a range of weekend or week-long retreats to help deepen both understanding and stillness.

Check us out

Here are some pages you may find helpful in finding out more about our School and its offerings:

Our next course

Introductory course outline

What people say about it

Transparent fees and charges

Our self-development approach

Frequently Asked Questions