Please note the Centre will be closed to the public from Wed 20 Dec to Sat 30 Dec

Refuge from the Storm • Day Course

Location
Kadampa Meditation Centre Wellington
2 Ardross Avenue, Khandallah, Wellington
Other Locations
Online: for Course Card holders and above
Livestream on YouTube
Date
Sat 12 Dec
Time
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Cost
$75
Location
Kadampa Meditation Centre Wellington
2 Ardross Avenue, Khandallah, Wellington
Other Locations
Online: for Course Card holders and above
Livestream on YouTube
Date
Sat 12 Dec
Time
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Cost
$75

Teacher

  • Gen Kelsang Lachpa
    Gen Kelsang Lachpa
    Resident 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.

Refuge from the Storm • Day Course

About the Day Course

Buddha taught how all of our problems and unhappiness are rooted in negative states of mind such as anger, attachment and confusion. Unless we learn practical methods to let go of these negative minds it will be impossible for us to experience real freedom and happiness, and we will find that we are unable to maintain a happy mind when things are not going well for us in life.
On this day course we will look at how, by seeking refuge in the Three Jewels – Buddha, Dharma (Buddhist teachings), and Sangha (the spiritual community), we can overcome our negative states of mind, find mental stability, and permanent freedom from our problems. Seeking refuge in the Three Jewels is the essence of the Buddhist way of life.
 
Everyone is welcome.

Cost

Standard: $75* 
Course, Study & Great Card Holders: $12*

*Plus a $2 Stripe surcharge

Lunch & Refreshments

Lunch is included and served between sessions two and three. Tea, coffee and refreshments will be provided during the morning break. All food served is vegetarian.

Vegan and wheat-free options are available upon request, at time of booking, when booked 48 hours or more prior to the retreat. Please note, we are unable to cater to strict food allergies and all food is prepared in a kitchen where dairy, eggs, gluten and nuts are also prepared.

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

9am - 9.30am
Reception
9.30am - 10.30am
Teaching & Meditation
10.30am - 11.15am
Morning Tea
11.15am - 12.15pm
Teaching & Meditation
12.15pm - 2pm
Lunch
2pm - 3pm
Teaching & 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.

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.

Teacher

  • Gen Kelsang Lachpa
    Gen Kelsang Lachpa
    Resident 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.

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Refuge from the Storm • Day Course

About the Day Course

Buddha taught how all of our problems and unhappiness are rooted in negative states of mind such as anger, attachment and confusion. Unless we learn practical methods to let go of these negative minds it will be impossible for us to experience real freedom and happiness, and we will find that we are unable to maintain a happy mind when things are not going well for us in life.
On this day course we will look at how, by seeking refuge in the Three Jewels – Buddha, Dharma (Buddhist teachings), and Sangha (the spiritual community), we can overcome our negative states of mind, find mental stability, and permanent freedom from our problems. Seeking refuge in the Three Jewels is the essence of the Buddhist way of life.
 
Everyone is welcome.

Cost

Standard: $75* 
Course, Study & Great Card Holders: $12*

*Plus a $2 Stripe surcharge

Lunch & Refreshments

Lunch is included and served between sessions two and three. Tea, coffee and refreshments will be provided during the morning break. All food served is vegetarian.

Vegan and wheat-free options are available upon request, at time of booking, when booked 48 hours or more prior to the retreat. Please note, we are unable to cater to strict food allergies and all food is prepared in a kitchen where dairy, eggs, gluten and nuts are also prepared.

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

9am - 9.30am
Reception
9.30am - 10.30am
Teaching & Meditation
10.30am - 11.15am
Morning Tea
11.15am - 12.15pm
Teaching & Meditation
12.15pm - 2pm
Lunch
2pm - 3pm
Teaching & 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.

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Kadampa Meditation Centre Wellington has been relocated to Khandallah, in a tranquil and lush location yet close to public transport and parking. Our new address is 2 Ardross Avenue.

Check out our Contact page for directions on how to get to the Centre including public transport.

We are currently looking for a new location for our Centre. There are a multitude of possibilities for what our future Centre will look like and where it will be located, and we would love your guidance to find the solution that best serves the needs and wishes of our community and of Wellington as a whole.

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