ABOUT THE EVENT Those with an interest in Tibetan Buddhism and thangka art have a very rare and special opportunity to receive a direct lineage transmission from well-known, international thangka artist, Andy Weber. This is a unique chance to learn traditional techniques and methods from this renowned Western thangka master. Thangka painting (Tibetan scroll painting) […]
THE GRADUATED PATH TO ENLIGHTENMENT ALL OUR MODULES IN 2023 (and beyond) WILL FOCUS ON JE TSONGKHAPA'S MAJOR WORK - THE LAMRIM CHENMO MODULE FOUR - FOUR WEEKS - 13th September to 5th October “What distinguishes it … is its scope and clarity. It expounds the entire path from the way one should rely on […]
About Event: Yoga classes which are suitable for beginners to advanced students and cater to all fitness levels and abilities, with plenty of modifications on offer. The classes facilitated by Nicoli Eiras are now a regular event, being offered each Friday morning - except the first one each month which will continue with Erin Lee. […]
About Event: Geshe Tsultrim will continue to teach his popular teachings on Friday mornings, continuing to follow Je Rinpoche, Lama Tsongkhapa's Middle Length Lamrim. These are general teachings suitable for all - beginners or experienced students alike. About teacher: Our resident Tibetan teacher, Geshe Phuntsok Tsultrim is immensely popular for the warm and approachable way in […]
About Event: Come and join Shannon Murphy to get creative in the Chenrezig Art Studio. These art sessions are an opportunity for people to slow down, connect with their creative potential and spend some time practising concentration in a relaxed and supported environment. Each week will have varying art topics, depending on people’s interest. Topics […]
ABOUT EVENT: Invite more peace into your life with Buddhist meditation. Each Friday you can slow down and join one of the Chenrezig Institute monks or nuns or senior students as they lead you through a gentle reflective meditation. If you’ve never meditated before, this a great supportive environment to give it a try. Get […]
About Event: According to the Four Tantras, the fundamental cause of every disease is to be found in the three delusions of ignorance, attachment, and aversion. Buddhas such as Shakyamuni and the seven Medicine Buddhas are referred to as great physicians because they have the compassion, wisdom, and skillful means to diagnose and treat the […]
About Event: We are very happy to welcome a dear and respected friend, Venerable Kartson, back to Chenrezig Institute to offer two days of teachings across September and October. Ven. Kartsön will use the short verse “Parting from the Four Attachments” (by Kunga Nyingpo Tsechen) as a basis for exploring what it means to be […]
About Event: Mantras, meaning “mind protection”, are Sanskrit syllables, usually recited in conjunction with the practice of a particular meditational deity, and embody the qualities of the deity with which they are associated. They bring benefit to all who see, touch, hear or speak them. Further, when you recite mantras with the correct motivation (the […]
About Event: Geshe Tsultrim will continue to teach his popular teachings on Sunday mornings, a perfect day to come to Chenrezig Institute, visit the many beautiful holy objects, and perhaps stay for lunch at the Big Love Cafe. These will be general teachings suitable for all - beginners or experienced students alike. About teacher: Our resident […]
Please come along to help us celebrate the birthday of our precious teacher Geshe Phuntsok Tsultrim and to rejoice in the amazing fact that he has been with us for over 9 years now!! How fortunate we are! 10:30am–12noon Sunday Morning Teachings with Geshe Tsultrim At the end of the teaching there will be an […]
About Event: “Even writing one letter from Prajnaparamita, even writing one letter, one syllable, the benefits are unbelievable, unbelievable, more than making extensive offerings, skies of extensive offerings to all the buddhas, so many eons, the merits you collect are unbelievable.” — Lama Zopa Rinpoche Ven Thubten will facilitate the golden pen writing of sutras each […]
about event: Dzambhala’s prayer was conceived by the Buddha for developing the practice of generosity. Dzambhala provides the opportunity for practitioners to accumulate spiritual and material abundance in order to facilitate their practice of generosity. As a result, Dzambhala possesses a remarkable power to free sentient beings from the clutches of poverty and starvation and […]
About Event: His Holiness will give three days of teachings on Tsongkhapa's Songs of Experience on the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment (lamrim dudon), Geshe Chekhewa’s Seven Point Mind Training (lojong dondun ma) and Four-Armed Avalokiteshvara Initiation (chenresig chak shipai wang) in the mornings at the Main Tibetan Temple at the request of Taiwanese. Scheduled at 9.00am in […]
THE GRADUATED PATH TO ENLIGHTENMENT ALL OUR MODULES IN 2023 (and beyond) WILL FOCUS ON JE TSONGKHAPA'S MAJOR WORK - THE LAMRIM CHENMO MODULE FOUR - FOUR WEEKS - 13th September to 5th October “What distinguishes it … is its scope and clarity. It expounds the entire path from the way one should rely on […]
About Event: Erin’s classes are suitable for beginners to advanced students and cater to all fitness levels and abilities, with plenty of modifications on offer. Feel nurtured and supported as you flow through gentle, well-rounded physical sequences that integrate mind, body and breath. Her classes will leave you feeling empowered and uplifted. Arrive at least […]
About Event: Geshe Tsultrim will continue to teach his popular teachings on Friday mornings, continuing to follow Je Rinpoche, Lama Tsongkhapa's Middle Length Lamrim. These are general teachings suitable for all - beginners or experienced students alike. About teacher: Our resident Tibetan teacher, Geshe Phuntsok Tsultrim is immensely popular for the warm and approachable way in […]
About Event: Come and join Shannon Murphy to get creative in the Chenrezig Art Studio. These art sessions are an opportunity for people to slow down, connect with their creative potential and spend some time practising concentration in a relaxed and supported environment. Each week will have varying art topics, depending on people’s interest. Topics […]
ABOUT EVENT: Invite more peace into your life with Buddhist meditation. Each Friday you can slow down and join one of the Chenrezig Institute monks or nuns or senior students as they lead you through a gentle reflective meditation. If you’ve never meditated before, this a great supportive environment to give it a try. Get […]
About Event: We are very happy to welcome a dear and respected friend, Venerable Kartson, back to Chenrezig Institute to offer two days of teachings across September and October. Ven. Kartsön will use the short verse “Parting from the Four Attachments” (by Kunga Nyingpo Tsechen) as a basis for exploring what it means to be […]
About Event: Monthly traditional drawing class in the Art Studio, Chenrezig Institute. Visitors to the Art Studio at Chenrezig Institute frequently ask us if there are art classes and our answer is “yes”! There is now a regular monthly class where students learn to draw a portrait of the Buddha using the traditional grid. This […]
About Event: Dharma Kids is Chenrezig Institute's new program for primary school children. It builds on many years of past children's programs and includes a few new features. Starting in 2023 Dharma Kids will be offered twice a month on the first and third Saturdays of each month. The core program includes learning about the […]
About Event: All are welcome for this guided tour around our beautiful centre. If you haven't visited us before, or even if you think you know Chenrezig well, this is a great chance to hear about our history directly from a Buddhist nun or volunteer guide. Bring your friends and family for this enjoyable walk […]
About Event: Mantras, meaning “mind protection”, are Sanskrit syllables, usually recited in conjunction with the practice of a particular meditational deity, and embody the qualities of the deity with which they are associated. They bring benefit to all who see, touch, hear or speak them. Further, when you recite mantras with the correct motivation (the […]
About Event: Geshe Tsultrim will continue to teach his popular teachings on Sunday mornings, a perfect day to come to Chenrezig Institute, visit the many beautiful holy objects, and perhaps stay for lunch at the Big Love Cafe. These will be general teachings suitable for all - beginners or experienced students alike. About teacher: Our resident […]
About Event: “Even writing one letter from Prajnaparamita, even writing one letter, one syllable, the benefits are unbelievable, unbelievable, more than making extensive offerings, skies of extensive offerings to all the buddhas, so many eons, the merits you collect are unbelievable.” — Lama Zopa Rinpoche Ven Thubten will facilitate the golden pen writing of sutras each […]
About Event: Tara can be understood on many different levels. First, she is a historical figure, a person who generated bodhicitta—the altruistic intention to attain full enlightenment in order to benefit all living beings most effectively—and then actualized that intention by becoming a buddha. Second, she is a manifestation of the enlightened activities of a […]
About Event: Twice a month, based on the lunar calendar, the practice of Tsog Offering or Guru Puja is performed. It is a commitment for those practicing tantra to restore and reaffirm their vows and pledges. Participants can make donations via our website as offerings to add to the offering made by the centre. The […]
About Event: Transforming the study of Dharma to the practice of Dharma as applied to the stages of Enlightenment. Join Alan Carter and participating students for this online class that explores the various topics of the path to enlightenment (Lam Rim) through study, contemplation (using reasoning and logic) and meditation as a basis to induce […]
About Event: Yoga classes which are suitable for beginners to advanced students and cater to all fitness levels and abilities, with plenty of modifications on offer. The classes facilitated by Nicoli Eiras are now a regular event, being offered each Friday morning - except the first one each month which will continue with Erin Lee. […]
About Event: Geshe Tsultrim will continue to teach his popular teachings on Friday mornings, continuing to follow Je Rinpoche, Lama Tsongkhapa's Middle Length Lamrim. These are general teachings suitable for all - beginners or experienced students alike. About teacher: Our resident Tibetan teacher, Geshe Phuntsok Tsultrim is immensely popular for the warm and approachable way in […]
About Event: Come and join Shannon Murphy to get creative in the Chenrezig Art Studio. These art sessions are an opportunity for people to slow down, connect with their creative potential and spend some time practising concentration in a relaxed and supported environment. Each week will have varying art topics, depending on people’s interest. Topics […]
ABOUT EVENT: Invite more peace into your life with Buddhist meditation. Each Friday you can slow down and join one of the Chenrezig Institute monks or nuns or senior students as they lead you through a gentle reflective meditation. If you’ve never meditated before, this a great supportive environment to give it a try. Get […]
In Conversation with Geshe Tsultrim - a Tibetan Buddhist Monk Teachings and Q & A on mental health and well-being from a Buddhist perspective. No need to be Buddhist... everyone is equally welcome. All students, staff, family and friends, all are very welcome!!! The venue is H1.G.45 - a room in H1 building at the […]
About Event: In the previous study weekend course we started to look at a most important aspect of Tibetan Buddhism, the practice of Tantra, utilising the enlightened energy of a deity to develop those enlightened qualities within ourselves. Now in this retreat weekend we will further investigate these practices and work on integrating the practice […]
About Event: This one-day yoga workshop starts with a morning practice of slow flow sequences which are are gentle and calming, whilst still helping you to increase your strength and flexibility. Through bringing attention to the breath to ignite the poses, you will experience a sense of relaxed awareness. The afternoon offers the floor-based, longer held […]
About Event: Mantras, meaning “mind protection”, are Sanskrit syllables, usually recited in conjunction with the practice of a particular meditational deity, and embody the qualities of the deity with which they are associated. They bring benefit to all who see, touch, hear or speak them. Further, when you recite mantras with the correct motivation (the […]
About Event: “Even writing one letter from Prajnaparamita, even writing one letter, one syllable, the benefits are unbelievable, unbelievable, more than making extensive offerings, skies of extensive offerings to all the buddhas, so many eons, the merits you collect are unbelievable.” — Lama Zopa Rinpoche Ven Thubten will facilitate the golden pen writing of sutras each […]
THE GRADUATED PATH TO ENLIGHTENMENT ALL OUR MODULES IN 2023 (and beyond) WILL FOCUS ON JE TSONGKHAPA'S MAJOR WORK - THE LAMRIM CHENMO MODULE FIVE - THREE WEEKS - 18TH & 19TH OCTOBER and 1ST to 9TH NOVEMBER “What distinguishes it … is its scope and clarity. It expounds the entire path from the way […]
About Event: Transforming the study of Dharma to the practice of Dharma as applied to the stages of Enlightenment. Join Alan Carter and participating students for this online class that explores the various topics of the path to enlightenment (Lam Rim) through study, contemplation (using reasoning and logic) and meditation as a basis to induce […]
About Event: Yoga classes which are suitable for beginners to advanced students and cater to all fitness levels and abilities, with plenty of modifications on offer. The classes facilitated by Nicoli Eiras are now a regular event, being offered each Friday morning - except the first one each month which will continue with Erin Lee. […]
About Event: Geshe Tsultrim will continue to teach his popular teachings on Friday mornings, continuing to follow Je Rinpoche, Lama Tsongkhapa's Middle Length Lamrim. These are general teachings suitable for all - beginners or experienced students alike. About teacher: Our resident Tibetan teacher, Geshe Phuntsok Tsultrim is immensely popular for the warm and approachable way in […]
About Event: Come and join Shannon Murphy to get creative in the Chenrezig Art Studio. These art sessions are an opportunity for people to slow down, connect with their creative potential and spend some time practising concentration in a relaxed and supported environment. Each week will have varying art topics, depending on people’s interest. Topics […]
ABOUT EVENT: Invite more peace into your life with Buddhist meditation. Each Friday you can slow down and join one of the Chenrezig Institute monks or nuns or senior students as they lead you through a gentle reflective meditation. If you’ve never meditated before, this a great supportive environment to give it a try. Get […]
About Event: Dharma Kids is Chenrezig Institute's new program for primary school children. It builds on many years of past children's programs and includes a few new features. Starting in 2023 Dharma Kids will be offered twice a month on the first and third Saturdays of each month. The core program includes learning about the […]
About Event: All are welcome for this guided tour around our beautiful centre. If you haven't visited us before, or even if you think you know Chenrezig well, this is a great chance to hear about our history directly from a Buddhist nun or volunteer guide. Bring your friends and family for this enjoyable walk […]
About Event: Mantras, meaning “mind protection”, are Sanskrit syllables, usually recited in conjunction with the practice of a particular meditational deity, and embody the qualities of the deity with which they are associated. They bring benefit to all who see, touch, hear or speak them. Further, when you recite mantras with the correct motivation (the […]
About Event: This is an informal meeting for Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. Participants are welcome to talk about any aspect of death that they choose, or just to sit and listen if they prefer. All are welcome. These sessions are currently scheduled between 1.00 pm and 2.00 pm on the 4th Sunday of each month […]
About Event: “Even writing one letter from Prajnaparamita, even writing one letter, one syllable, the benefits are unbelievable, unbelievable, more than making extensive offerings, skies of extensive offerings to all […]
About Event: Transforming the study of Dharma to the practice of Dharma as applied to the stages of Enlightenment. Join Alan Carter and participating students for this online class that explores the various topics of the path to enlightenment (Lam Rim) through study, contemplation (using reasoning and logic) and meditation as a basis to induce […]
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP The 21st century is a stressful time to be alive. With anxiety and overwhelm becoming the norm, it's easy to feel like we've lost our sense of purpose and direction, but most self-care advice rarely offers more than band-aid solutions. At this retreat, you'll dive deep into understanding the root causes of […]
About Event: Yoga classes which are suitable for beginners to advanced students and cater to all fitness levels and abilities, with plenty of modifications on offer. The classes facilitated by Nicoli Eiras are now a regular event, being offered each Friday morning - except the first one each month which will continue with Erin Lee. […]
About Event: Geshe Tsultrim will continue to teach his popular teachings on Friday mornings, continuing to follow Je Rinpoche, Lama Tsongkhapa's Middle Length Lamrim. These are general teachings suitable for all - beginners or experienced students alike. About teacher: Our resident Tibetan teacher, Geshe Phuntsok Tsultrim is immensely popular for the warm and approachable way in […]
About Event: Come and join Shannon Murphy to get creative in the Chenrezig Art Studio. These art sessions are an opportunity for people to slow down, connect with their creative potential and spend some time practising concentration in a relaxed and supported environment. Each week will have varying art topics, depending on people’s interest. Topics […]
ABOUT EVENT: Invite more peace into your life with Buddhist meditation. Each Friday you can slow down and join one of the Chenrezig Institute monks or nuns or senior students as they lead you through a gentle reflective meditation. If you’ve never meditated before, this a great supportive environment to give it a try. Get […]
About Event: Join Ven Wangmo once a month for a few hours of craft, morning tea, and a good ol' chin wag. Morning tea and basic craft materials are provided and you can take home what you make. The main thing is that we come together as a group to chat about life, Dharma, and […]
About Event: According to the Four Tantras, the fundamental cause of every disease is to be found in the three delusions of ignorance, attachment, and aversion. Buddhas such as Shakyamuni […]
About Event: Mantras, meaning “mind protection”, are Sanskrit syllables, usually recited in conjunction with the practice of a particular meditational deity, and embody the qualities of the deity with which they are associated. They bring benefit to all who see, touch, hear or speak them. Further, when you recite mantras with the correct motivation (the […]
About Event: Geshe Tsultrim will continue to teach his popular teachings on Sunday mornings, a perfect day to come to Chenrezig Institute, visit the many beautiful holy objects, and perhaps stay for lunch at the Big Love Cafe. These will be general teachings suitable for all - beginners or experienced students alike. About teacher: Our resident […]
About Event: “Even writing one letter from Prajnaparamita, even writing one letter, one syllable, the benefits are unbelievable, unbelievable, more than making extensive offerings, skies of extensive offerings to all […]
Learn how to hand-make vegan dumplings (momos) at this fun cooking class with experienced Tibetan chef and master momo maker - Jampa. Our cooking classes have been such a […]
About Event: Uncover the great potential of your mind in this meditative journey of self discovery and inner peace. Learn about and experience a variety of guided meditations in a supported and conducive group setting. Explore how the mind works and how we can use it to uncover our full potential of wisdom, freedom and […]
THE GRADUATED PATH TO ENLIGHTENMENT ALL OUR MODULES IN 2023 (and beyond) WILL FOCUS ON JE TSONGKHAPA'S MAJOR WORK - THE LAMRIM CHENMO MODULE FIVE - THREE WEEKS - 18TH OCTOBER to 2ND NOVEMBER “What distinguishes it … is its scope and clarity. It expounds the entire path from the way one should rely on […]
About Event: Transforming the study of Dharma to the practice of Dharma as applied to the stages of Enlightenment. Join Alan Carter and participating students for this online class that […]
About Event: Erin’s classes are suitable for beginners to advanced students and cater to all fitness levels and abilities, with plenty of modifications on offer. Feel nurtured and supported as you flow through gentle, well-rounded physical sequences that integrate mind, body and breath. Her classes will leave you feeling empowered and uplifted. Arrive at least […]
About Event: Geshe Tsultrim will continue to teach his popular teachings on Friday mornings, continuing to follow Je Rinpoche, Lama Tsongkhapa's Middle Length Lamrim. These are general teachings suitable for all - beginners or experienced students alike. About teacher: Our resident Tibetan teacher, Geshe Phuntsok Tsultrim is immensely popular for the warm and approachable way in […]
About Event: Come and join Shannon Murphy to get creative in the Chenrezig Art Studio. These art sessions are an opportunity for people to slow down, connect with their creative potential and spend some time practising concentration in a relaxed and supported environment. Each week will have varying art topics, depending on people’s interest. Topics […]
ABOUT EVENT: Invite more peace into your life with Buddhist meditation. Each Friday you can slow down and join one of the Chenrezig Institute monks or nuns or senior students as they lead you through a gentle reflective meditation. If you’ve never meditated before, this a great supportive environment to give it a try. Get […]
Lhabab Duchen... also known as the Buddha’s Descent from Tushita, is one of the four great holy days of the Tibetan calendar. As a Buddha Multiplying Day, karmic results of actions on this day are multiplied one hundred million times. This amazing result is sourced by Lama Zopa Rinpoche to the vinaya text Treasure of […]
About Event: In this Yin workshop you will go deeper with longer held asanas/poses to create greater calmness of the mind and more openness and flexibility of the body. Holding poses longer and passively in a Yin practice is deeply nourishing and has a myriad of benefits, for both the body and the mind. Allowing […]
About Event: Monthly traditional drawing class in the Art Studio, Chenrezig Institute. Visitors to the Art Studio at Chenrezig Institute frequently ask us if there are art classes and our […]
About Event: ON THIS HOLY DAY, OUR ACTIVITIES WILL BE MOSTLY STORY TELLING AND MAKING THANGKAS IN THE NALANDA MASTERS GARDEN. Dharma Kids is Chenrezig Institute's new program for primary […]
About Event: All are welcome for this guided tour around our beautiful centre. If you haven't visited us before, or even if you think you know Chenrezig well, this is […]
About Event: Mantras, meaning “mind protection”, are Sanskrit syllables, usually recited in conjunction with the practice of a particular meditational deity, and embody the qualities of the deity with which they are associated. They bring benefit to all who see, touch, hear or speak them. Further, when you recite mantras with the correct motivation (the […]
About Event: Geshe Tsultrim will continue to teach his popular teachings on Sunday mornings, a perfect day to come to Chenrezig Institute, visit the many beautiful holy objects, and perhaps stay for lunch at the Big Love Cafe. These will be general teachings suitable for all - beginners or experienced students alike. About teacher: Our resident […]
A DATE CLAIMER FOR YOUR DIARY CI INC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING ALL CI INC MEMBERS INVITED TO COME IN PERSON OR ATTEND ON ZOOM more details will be uploaded soon ATTENDANCE: attend in the gompa or online
about event: Dzambhala’s prayer was conceived by the Buddha for developing the practice of generosity. Dzambhala provides the opportunity for practitioners to accumulate spiritual and material abundance in order to […]
