Buddhism teaches that to find lasting happiness and meaning in our lives we need to train our mind by following a spiritual path. To make progress and have success in our practice, we need a teacher and community, also called Sangha, and a regular meditation practice.
Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche designed three special spiritual programs for the systematic study and practice of Kadampa Buddhism that are especially suited to the modern world: General Program, Foundation Program & Teacher Training Program.
The General Program (This is our regular weekly drop in classes and special events) is open to everyone regardless of previous experience or background. These classes provide a basic introduction to meditation and Buddha’s teachings that are suitable for beginners. The purpose of these classes is to help people gain a personal experience of inner peace, overcome daily problems, and find real, lasting happiness from within. A typical class consists of a guided meditation, a teaching based on Buddha's wisdom for a happier life, time for questions, and a final meditation.
FOR ENROLLED STUDENTS ONLY: The Foundation Program (FP) is designed for people who wish to deepen their understanding and experience of Kadampa Buddhism through a systematic study of essential Buddhist commentaries by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. Through studying systematically we can improve our good heart, our wisdom, and our cherishing of others by going deeper into our understanding and practice.
The Teacher Training Program (TTP) is designed for those who wish to train as qualified New Kadampa Tradition Teachers. In addition to completing the study of fourteen texts of Sutra and Tantra, including the six texts studied on the Foundation Program, students are required to observe certain commitments with regard to behavior and way of life, and to complete a number of meditation retreats.
500 6th St Hermosa Beach, CA
info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
310-848-9680
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