Fundamentals of Meditation • Day Course
Teacher
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Gen Kelsang LachpaResident TeacherKelsang Lachpa is a Buddhist monk and the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Wellington. He has been ordained for over fourteen years. 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.
Fundamentals of Meditation • Day Course
About the Course
The purpose of meditation is to make our mind calm and peaceful so that we can experience real happiness, free from any worry, pain or mental discomfort. Meditation is simple and everyone can learn, no matter how busy life is or how distracted one’s mind may be.
In this course, learn the essentials of meditation as well as how to improve and sustain your meditation practice in the long-term. Through regularly applying these techniques, you will discover something extraordinary: when the turbulence of distracting thoughts subsides and your mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within.
Cost
Vegetarian lunch and refreshments are provided. Vegan and gluten-free options available.
Standard: $65
Unwaged and student: $45 (use coupon unwaged during checkout)
Course & Study Card holders: $10 for lunch
Great Card holders: Free
Venue & Parking
The Centre is located close to the Nairnville Recreation Centre. There is street parking available in the surrounding streets (including Calcutta St). Please do not park on Ardross Avenue as parking spaces are very limited and reserved for the residents on that street.
Hourly Schedule
- 9 - 9.30am
- Reception
- 9.30am - 10.30am
- Teaching
- 10.30am - 11.15am
- Morning Tea
- 11.15am - 12pm
- Meditation
- 12pm - 1.30pm
- Lunch
- 1.30pm - 2.30pm
- Teaching
- 2.30pm - 3.15pm
- Afternoon Tea
- 3.15pm - 4pm
- Meditation
BOOKING & CANCELLATIONS
To Book Please use the booking form below; select your ticket type, complete the booking form and pay with Credit or Debit card via Stripe secure processing.
Payment is required to reserve your place.
All bookings must be accompanied by at least a 25% deposit, which is non-refundable. Please read our Terms & Conditions for more information.
Teacher
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Gen Kelsang LachpaResident Teacher
Kelsang Lachpa is a Buddhist monk and the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Wellington. He has been ordained for over fourteen years. 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.
Fundamentals of Meditation • Day Course
About the Course
The purpose of meditation is to make our mind calm and peaceful so that we can experience real happiness, free from any worry, pain or mental discomfort. Meditation is simple and everyone can learn, no matter how busy life is or how distracted one’s mind may be.
In this course, learn the essentials of meditation as well as how to improve and sustain your meditation practice in the long-term. Through regularly applying these techniques, you will discover something extraordinary: when the turbulence of distracting thoughts subsides and your mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within.
Cost
Vegetarian lunch and refreshments are provided. Vegan and gluten-free options available.
Standard: $65
Unwaged and student: $45 (use coupon unwaged during checkout)
Course & Study Card holders: $10 for lunch
Great Card holders: Free
Venue & Parking
The Centre is located close to the Nairnville Recreation Centre. There is street parking available in the surrounding streets (including Calcutta St). Please do not park on Ardross Avenue as parking spaces are very limited and reserved for the residents on that street.
Hourly Schedule
- 9 - 9.30am
- Reception
- 9.30am - 10.30am
- Teaching
- 10.30am - 11.15am
- Morning Tea
- 11.15am - 12pm
- Meditation
- 12pm - 1.30pm
- Lunch
- 1.30pm - 2.30pm
- Teaching
- 2.30pm - 3.15pm
- Afternoon Tea
- 3.15pm - 4pm
- Meditation
BOOKING & CANCELLATIONS
To Book Please use the booking form below; select your ticket type, complete the booking form and pay with Credit or Debit card via Stripe secure processing. Please note a $2 Stripe fee will be added to your ticket.
Unwaged Coupon At checkout enter the code given in the “Cost” section above to receive the unwaged discount. Please note that only one unwaged booking can be made at a time.
Payment is required to reserve your place.
All bookings must be accompanied by at least a 25% deposit, which is non-refundable. Please read our Terms & Conditions for more information.