The Prison Phoenix Trust

© illustrations Korky Paul

The Prison Phoenix Trust encourages prisoners in the development of their spiritual welfare, through the practices of meditation and yoga, working with silence and the breath.

We offer personal support to prisoners around the UK and Eire through teaching, workshops, correspondence, books and newsletters - and to prison staff too. We work with people of any faith, or of none, and honour all religions. We are a registered UK charity.

"Since an early age, I never knew how to deal with all my trapped emotions or how to recognise them. Just sitting still and looking inside has transformed my whole Being. Once I gained some freedom with meditation, I was able to write to my wife, the first contact I had had in more than a year"

Fundraising Concert, Wormwood Scrubs 24th September

Benjamin Zephaniah (and possibly another famous name) will take part in an evening of entertainment featuring performances by prisoners, an auction with various exciting and desirable lots, and a raffle. Plus something nice to take home!
Travel arrangements are now in place; let us know if you need transport.
Please contact us for tickets on 01865 512521.

HMP Maidstone visit, 6 October

Kate and Jo are running a lunchtime class for staff, and an afternoon class for inmates.

HMP Kirklevington visit, October (exact date to be confirmed)

We're in the process of setting up a visit to hold a meditation session for inmates. More details to follow.

Dru Yoga conference

Dru yoga is based on flowing movements (see http://www.druworldwide.com).
Sam is visiting the conference (in Epsom) on August 20, during which he will witness and/or take part in a series of sponsored Sun Salutations throughout the day. The PPT is one of three charities who will benefit.
For more details about the conference, visit http://www.druworldwide.com/retreats/yoga_and_wellbeing_conference

Ali Glenny raises funds

On August 7, in London, yoga teacher Ali Glenny led a sponsored yoga class on behalf of the PPT. She raised £372. Well done and thank you so much!

Blantyre House visit, September 15

Kate and Jo are visiting to offer workshops to officers and inmates.

Sheppey Cluster visit

The Sheppey Cluster comprises three prisons - Standford Hill, Elmley and Swaleside - and Sandy and Sam plan to visit them soon. The August visit has been postponed. When it's rescheduled, we will let you know.

Broadmoor visit

On September 29, Kate and Sam are visiting Broadmoor to run a series of yoga workshops for patients and staff.