Relaxed Sunday Mornings
Meditation, DVD & Tea
Join us for a relaxed, informal meeting every Sunday. Richard Taylor, our new director, will be leading the first one. We will begin with a guided breathing meditation and Shakyamuni Buddha purification and blessing. Then we will have 30 minutes of a selected documentary DVD on a specific Buddhist topic. The class will end with an informal discussion, tea and biscuits. Nothing too studious - just a peaceful and meaningful way to spend a Sunday morning!

About this Class
This class will be held in our new second gompa downstairs. Please still register and make your donation at reception. It is suitable for all levels of student, and has an emphasis on experiential practice and contemplation. No need to be a Buddhist to attend.

Led by senior western students.

Sunday Mornings (Beginning Sunday 24th January)
10 .30 am - 12.00 pm (arrive any time after 10 am)
$5 suggested donation

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Guided Meditation
Sitting with the Buddha
Guided meditation on becoming familiar with the qualities of a buddha, and developing these enlightened aspects within ourselves. Advice on hot to use visualisation to help transform our negative states of mind, and the meaning behind the symbolism. We also have a preliminary relaxation and breathing meditation, and plenty of time for discussion and questions.

About the Class
This is a 6-week block of classes, equally relevant to Buddhists and non-Buddhists, as the topics are universal. There are step-by-step instructions to help become familiar with these ancient yet effective techniques for modern life. Beginner's welcome!

About the Leader Miffi Maxmillion

Thursday Evenings
September 30 - October 28, 2010
6.30 pm - 8.00 pm (arrive any time after 6 pm)
$5 suggested donation

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Guided Meditation
Vajrasattva Cleansing
Guided meditation on the cleansing and purification practice of Vajrasattva. This is a method to cleanse our negativities and overcome our destructive habit patterns. This technique removes the negative imprints they make on our mind, so that they can no longer ripen into experiences of unhappiness and suffering.

About the Class
This class came about from repeated requests from students, asking "how do I actually do this purification?" and "I need some practice at it". It is an introductory class tailored for the beginner. You do not have to be a Buddhist to attend. Each class introduces a new aspect of the practice. They include a presentation on the topic, a guided meditation, and time for questions.

About the Leader Ven. Trin-la

Friday Fortnights
(Beginning February 5th - check calendar for dates)
7.00 pm - 8.00 pm (arrive any time after 6.30 pm)
$5 suggested donation

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Guided Meditation
Cultivating Mindfulness
Mindfulness can help us soothe the body, relax the uptight mind, and energise our awareness, so that we regain the sanity we are born with. This is a 7-week block of guided meditations led by Chris Kang, suitable for all who seek a more stable serenity and relaxed wholeness, whether you are Buddhists or not.

Chris draws from the pure textual and practice traditions of the Buddha Dhamma, using ancient Pali suttas (discourses) and Indo-Tibetan texts on mindfulness that were either directly taught by the Buddha himself or by the awakened teachers that followed him. Chris will also use a rare text by the 7th Dalai Lama called "The Song of the Four Mindfulnesses".

About the Leader Chris Kang

Dates TBA
6.30 pm - 8.00 pm (arrive any time after 6.00 pm)
$5 suggested donation

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Sadhana Sundays
Once a Month Tantric Sadhana Practice
A practical class for beginner's in tantric practice.We will analyse the structure of the sadhana, learn how to set up the specific offerings, do the mudras, and recite the mantra. Also, advice on how to incorporate the sadhana into your daily practice, and information on the available commentaries. An opportunity to ask questions about tantric practice and clear up any confusion you may have.

About the Class
For some of these classes you need to have the appropriate initiation, others are open to all (see below). This class is held once a month and we focus on a different lower tantra deity each time.

About the Leader Miffi Maxmillion

(One Sunday a Month, TBA)
2.00 - 4.00 pm (arrive any time after 1.30 pm)
$5 suggested donation