Post Festival Retreat | June 11
Join us for an inspiring day retreat focusing on drawing closer to Buddha and coming under the umbrella of his Dharma teachings through realizing the special meanings of the verses of the Liberating Prayer, based on the teachings from the International NKT-IKBU Spring Festival, with Gen Kelsang Cho.
Special Event Think Well, Feel Well | June 25
During this practical course, we will learn how to apply effective methods to respond to what happens to us in a way that improves our mental wellbeing and subsequently the way we experience the world around us. We are delighted to welcome Gen Kelsang Wangmo, Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Edinburgh to teach this uplifting course.
Creating Positive Change | July 9
In this course we will explore whether the circumstances that influence our life are random events, or created by specific causes within our own mind. If we have the wisdom to understand Karma, we can begin to positively affect our future, and feel more empowered in the present. Instead of worrying about our future, we can intentionally create it.
Breathing Room | July 23
On this course we will learn how to create inner space through meditation – a space in which we can find inner peace and relaxation and in which we can work on improving ourself and benefiting others. This is a space we can carry with us all the time giving us flexibility and choice in our interactions with others, and agility in dealing with life’s difficulties.
Journey To Enlightenment Lamrim Retreat | Aug 27
On this retreat, Gen Kelsang Cho will guide us in meditations on the stages of the sublime journey to enlightenment, known as Lamrim, whilst also sharing insights from the special teachings received at this year’s Summer Festival. You're welcome to join us for a full or a half day of retreat.
Learn to Meditate | Sept 3
Learn simple meditations which can be practised at home or any time you need a break from busy daily life. These meditations will help you let go of stress, tension and worry and develop a calm and peaceful mind.
Serenity in the City Retreat | Sept 17
This retreat, guided by Gen Cho will include teachings and practical meditations on how to build our mental strength and emotional resilience through meditation practice and Buddhist wisdom, helping us to stay peaceful and positive no matter what life throws at us.
Healing Our Mind Retreat | Oct 22
Join us for this day retreat based on the teachings from the Fall Festival in Malaga, Spain. Gen Kelsang Chö will give commentary and guide meditations on the Eleven Reversals in conjunction with the healing practice of the Medicine Buddha Sadhana.
Radiant Heart Open Mind, Isle of Cumbrae Retreat | Oct 27 – 29
Join us for our very first retreat on the beautiful Isle of Cumbrae. During this retreat, Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Cho will explain and guide us in the meditations known as developing cherishing love. Discover the deep happiness that arises from meditating on pure love on this relaxing and restful retreat.
Green Tara Empowerment | Nov 11-12
Tara is a female enlightened being, a manifestation of the ultimate wisdom of all the Buddhas. During this special event, Gen Kelsang Cho will grant the blessing empowerment of Buddha Tara and give commentary to her meditation practice Liberation from Sorrow.