8-Week Mindfulness Stress Reduction Course for English Speakers – Kraków, July–August 2026
Stress Reduction Course · Breathworks Mindfulness · Kraków

8-Week Stress Reduction Course
for English Speakers

8 July – 26 August 2026 Wednesdays 18:30–21:00 Kraków, Augustiańska 4 Max. 12 participants
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Who is this course for

This course is for you if…

  • You experience stress at work, in relationships or in everyday life – and want to learn to work with it, not just endure it
  • You're dealing with anxiety, tension or difficult emotions and don't know how to process them
  • You're curious about mindfulness and meditation – and want to learn properly, from the ground up
  • You're looking for a lasting change, not a one-off experience – and are ready to practise at home between sessions
  • You want to live more consciously – to be truly present in your life, not just going through the motions
  • You're an expat, international professional or English speaker living in Kraków
About the course

What you'll learn
over 8 weeks

The course is workshop-based – we learn mindfulness practice and how to apply it in daily life. Each week has its own theme and related exercises.

Throughout the course you'll receive session summaries and guided practice recordings. Independent home practice is a key part of the course – it's what turns what we learn in sessions into a daily habit.

Before signing up, please consider whether you can dedicate around 30–45 minutes daily to practice. This is the essential condition for the course to bring real results.

Want to get a taste of mindfulness first? Join the free online introduction →

Course programme

8 sessions –
8 steps deeper

1
Introduction to Mindfulness – Awareness beyond autopilot The body as a starting point. Body awareness practice – a first encounter with mindfulness.
2
From the Senses to Balance – Breath The senses as an anchor for attention. The breath as a tool for self-regulation.
3
Thoughts Are Not Facts – Working with thoughts How the mind creates stress. Mindful movement as a practice of presence in the body.
4
5 Steps to Calm – Difficult thoughts, emotions and experiences Working with difficult experience. The heart as the centre of practice.
5
Appreciating Pleasure Finding pleasure in meditation and everyday life. Learning to notice what's good.
6
3 Core Emotional Regulation Systems – Acceptance and Kindness Kindly Awareness meditation (metta). How acceptance changes our relationship with difficult emotions.
7
Kindness and Acceptance in Action Burnout and how to prevent it. Energy givers and drainers – how to protect your resources.
8
Course Summary – Continuing your practice Reflections from 8 weeks. How to deepen mindfulness independently after the course.

➕ The course includes a mindfulness day – a full day of practice. The date is set separately, outside the 8-week structure.

Session dates

Wednesdays, 18:30–21:00

1
8 July 2026Wednesday
2
15 July 2026Wednesday
3
22 July 2026Wednesday
4
29 July 2026Wednesday
5
5 August 2026Wednesday
6
12 August 2026Wednesday
7
19 August 2026Wednesday
8
26 August 2026Wednesday

If you miss a session, there are several ways to catch up – you can join online or use the recorded materials provided.

Fees & registration

An investment in yourself

Register by 5 May

Early registration fee

1200 zł

Full course (8 sessions + mindfulness day)
when paid in full by 5 May 2026

Standard fee

1400 zł

Full payment
by 5 August 2026

400 zł deposit – secures your place on the course. Please pay within 5 days of registering. A refund (minus the 400 zł deposit) is available if you cancel up to 14 days before the course begins.
Instalments available – if you'd like to spread the payments, just get in touch. We'll find a solution.
Can't make this edition? – you can transfer your reservation to the next course.
Location

Sanghaloka Centre
in the heart of Kraków

Sanghaloka Centre

ul. Augustiańska 4
Kraków

A calm, intimate space created for meditation and mindfulness practice. The number of participants is deliberately limited to a maximum of 12 – so that everyone has space and attention.

What participants say

Feedback from the course

"I am very grateful and have gained so much from the course. From the very first day, I felt completely at ease in the cosy Sanghaloka space. Many thanks to Dawid for the thorough explanations and the way he presented the topics – it was all delivered in a very clear and easily digestible way."

Kasia Majsterek

"Thank you so much for the 8-week course, which brought peace, mindfulness, and reminded me of the joy found in small things, and how important my breath is. I am very grateful for this time, for your knowledge, which you shared with us in a professional, calm, and patient manner."

Course participant

"I didn't expect it, but this course has definitely elevated the quality of my life. I discovered entirely new possibilities, the topic really intrigued me, and I plan to continue on this path."

Monika Barzycka

"Very well-structured and paced topics. A great balance between theory and meditation practice. The 8 weeks were perfect to start the mindfulness journey, and what I gained from the course already allows me to continue exploring the subject on my own."

Course participant

"I had the pleasure of participating in Dawid's mindfulness course both in person and online. Both formats are highly recommended. In the in-person sessions, I particularly appreciated the exchange of experiences among participants – we all face similar life challenges."

Monika Godlewska

"Once again, I sincerely thank you for your kind presence during the course. It was the beginning of a beautiful adventure that is meditation."

Course participant
Dawid Faron – mindfulness teacher Kraków
Your teacher

Dawid Faron

I am a certified teacher of the Breathworks Mindfulness method. Since late 2015, I have been leading mindfulness and meditation courses in the secular mindfulness tradition.

I began my meditation practice in 2008 and have participated in numerous meditation retreats, including a 16-week retreat in the mountains of Spain. I practise Buddhism and meditation in the Triratna tradition, where I also teach.

I enjoy mountain running and playing the guitar.

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Reserve your place

8-Week Stress Reduction Course

Kraków · Wednesdays 18:30–21:00 · 8 July – 26 August 2026

1200 zł

when registered by 5 May 2026 · standard fee 1400 zł

  • 8 sessions of 2.5 hours each
  • Mindfulness day (date set separately)
  • Session summaries and practice recordings
  • Option to catch up online if you miss a session
  • Support from the teacher between sessions
  • Course based on the Breathworks Mindfulness methodology
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Places limited to 12 participants · 400 zł deposit secures your place

Questions & answers

Frequently asked

Do I need any previous experience with meditation?
No. The course is designed to take you from the very beginning. We start with the simplest practices and build gradually. Most participants start with no prior experience – and that's perfectly fine.
How much time does home practice take?
We recommend around 30–45 minutes daily – exercises and practices from the sessions. This is the core of the course: real change happens in daily life, not just in the room. Please consider this before signing up.
What if I miss a session?
There are several ways to catch up – you can join online or use the recorded materials. If something prevents you from attending the course altogether, you can transfer your reservation to the next edition.
What is the Breathworks methodology?
Breathworks is a research-based mindfulness methodology used in over 30 countries. It places particular emphasis on kindness and acceptance – it's warmer and more compassion-oriented than the classic MBSR course, while covering similar ground.
Is the course taught entirely in English?
Yes – this course is taught entirely in English. It's designed specifically for expats, international professionals and English speakers living in Kraków.
What happens after the course?
There are several ways to continue your practice – regular group sessions, a deepening course and a habit-based programme for those who want to go further. Get in touch and I'll tell you more.