"By relying on the study programmes, we can gradually increase our wisdom until it has fully matured, like a full moon."
— Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
deepen your MEDITATION practice
Study
The study programmes give us the opportunity to deepen our understanding and experience of Buddhism through systematic study of qualified Buddhist texts. The programmes offer a modern way of studying and practicing Buddhist meditation where the emphasis is on how we put the ancient wisdom of spiritual teachings into practice in our busy everyday life.
Foundation Programme
- When: Mondays 19:00-21:00
- Teacher: Gen Kelsang Dragpa
- In person
- Online for those living far from Amsterdam.
- Weekly and ongoing
Foundation Programme (FP) is for those who wish to engage in Buddhist meditation and practice in a structured way by studying essential subjects of Kadampa Buddhism presented in the books of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche.
 The emphasis of the FP classes is on gaining practical experience of Buddha’s teachings that can be applied in daily life. Each session consists of chanted prayers, guided meditations, a teaching and paired discussion.Â
If you have been coming to meditation classes regularly and have been getting a lot out of weekly drop-in classes, but feel you want to go a bit deeper with your study and meditation practice, then systematic study of the essential Buddhist texts may be a perfect next step for you.
To find out more about FP, please talk to any of the Kadampa teachers or to the Education Programme Coordinator at KMC Nederland.Â
To enroll, please contact:Â education@kadampanederland.nl
Foundation Programme
New series coming soon
Mondays 19.00-21.00
(also online availability)
With Gen Kelsang Dragpa
This study class is based on the book “New Heart of Wisdom” by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.
The New Heart of Wisdom
Profound Teachings from Buddha’s Heart.
This new presentation by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso offers liberating insights and advice. It reveals the profound meaning of the very heart of Buddha’s teachings – The Perfection of Wisdom Sutras.
Venerable Geshe-la shows how all our problems and suffering come from our ignorance of the ultimate nature of things, and how we abandon this ignorance and come to enjoy pure, lasting happiness through a special wisdom associated with compassion for all living beings.
Teacher Training Programme
- Starting date (to be confirmed)
The Teacher Training Programme (TTP) is a great opportunity to deepen your study and practice of Kadampa Buddhism. In this study programme, we study twelve of Geshe Kelsang Gyaso’s sutra and tantra books. The programme also includes some meditation retreats that students are expected to attend. The TTP is a structured programme that offers dedicated practitioners the opportunity to make rapid progress on the spiritual path. The sessions consist of prayers, guided meditations, teaching and discussion.
To join or find out more information please contact education@kadampanederland.nl
Teacher Training Programme
The current text
“Clear light of Bliss” by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso is the book that is currently being studied in both the Advanced and Teacher Education Programmes.
Clear Light of Bliss is an in-depth exploration of profound Tantric methods for generating a deeply peaceful mind by harnessing our body’s subtle energies.
Within all of us lies a source of infinite bliss, clarity of wisdom, and compassion for others. In this unique and highly praised book, based on Buddha’s Tantric teachings, the contemporary Buddhist Master, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, presents authentic methods for discovering this inner wealth for ourselves.
Questions?
Questions and answers
Those who want to go deeper in their study of Buddhist meditation usually start on our FP or TTP study programmes after gaining some experience through our general programme (weekly drop-in classes and weekend courses).
For FP or TTP pre-enrolment is required, but it is possible to hop on the programme at any time.Â
 To participate in Foundation or Teacher Training Programme, students needs to have a Study Membership. Read more about what is included in this monthly membership.Â
Those who live far away or for other valid reasons cannot participate in person can choose to participate via live stream.
You can either go to the study programme you are interested in and then click “Apply now” or contact us at: education@kadampanederland.nl  We are happy to answer questions and tell you more about the programme and how to sign up.
NB! The study programmes are more dynamic, interactive, and comprehensive than our other classes and require a deeper commitment.
