Foundation Program
We have two groups studying Understanding the Mind:
Group 1 - Tuesdays, 6-9:30 pm
Group 2 - Sundays, 1-3 pm & Wednesdays 6-8 pm
Topics:
What the mind is and how it works
How to recognize and abandon harmful minds
How to develop and maintain minds that lead to peace and happiness
How to attain lasting joy, independent of external conditions
The fees are $65 per month year-round.
The Foundation Program is a unique structured study program that enables us to gain deeper understanding and experience of Buddhist teachings and to develop a regular meditation practice. It is ideal for those who have a general understanding of Buddhism but who wish to learn more. We have regular term breaks and a longer break in the summer. Students are requested to enroll for a section of the text and commit to attend all the classes.
Why a Buddhist Study Program?
Buddhism teaches that to find lasting happiness and meaning in our lives we need to follow a spiritual path. To follow this path it is important to have a close connection with a qualified Teacher who can give us personal advice and encouragement, to listen to pure Dharma teachings, and to belong to a strong spiritual community. These enable us to penetrate deeply into the meaning of Buddha's teachings, to maintain a daily meditation practice that is both focused and powerful, and to make genuine spiritual progress.
A Unique Program
Through regular teachings and meditation, systematic study and group discussion the Foundation Program offers this spiritual support. In essence it is the same training followed by spiritual practitioners in an unbroken lineage dating back to Buddha Shakyamuni. Its special quality is that we can gain authentic experience without abandoning our modern lifestyle. By studying on this program we will gain great confidence in meditation - from basic techniques for overcoming our everyday problems, to practices leading to unsurpassed happiness and permanent inner peace.
To find out more please contact our Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Lingpur, at the center (520) 441-1617.
Current FP students can access class files by clicking on the link below:
Right click on file and select "Save Target As"
Summary form for missed classes here.