Lower Hutt • Evening • Meditation And Buddhism
- DAY: Thursdays
Teacher
Kelsang LachpaMeditation TeacherKelsang Lachpa is a New Zealand Buddhist monk, ordained for over ten years, and the Education Programme Coordinator at our Centre. He is an experienced and warm-hearted teacher, inspiring others to find lasting peace and happiness through the practice of meditation and Buddhism. Lachpa is known for his thoughtful insights into Buddha’s teachings and his joyful practical approach to teaching. Lachpa teaches the Island Bay evening class, The Terrace after-work class and the Lower Hutt evening class.
Lower Hutt • Evening • Meditation And Buddhism
Suitable for everyone, these walk-in classes offer practical methods to help everyone find inner peace, happiness and well-being through meditation and Buddhist wisdom. Each class is self-contained so you can drop-in any week. Beginners welcome.
Class Fee: $14 (unwaged $10) | Free for Centre Members
Class Format
Each class begins with a guided breathing meditation to help settle the mind, let go of distractions and cultivate inner peace. The teacher will then give a talk based on the topic of the class series and explain how we can integrate beneficial ways of thinking into our busy daily lives. The class concludes with a second guided meditation so that we are confident to begin practising on our own.
Afterwards, there is an opportunity for questions and discussion and a chance to talk to the teacher.
For more information about what to expect at a class, please click here.
Topics & Dates
In this four week course, learn Buddhist meditation techniques to experience the clear, peaceful nature of our own mind. Discover the scientific methods for enjoying true happiness by developing positive states of mind that help combat common day to day problems.
March 4, 11, 18 & 25
Learn how to be happy and content in our modern ever-changing lives. Discover why difficult people and situations have no real power to cause us problems, and how they can even help us develop real peace of mind.
Apr 8, 15, & 22
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