JUNE 2015 The Buddha's Enlightenment - with the Kagyu Samye Dzong Sangha at Spa RoadTue, Jun. 2, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The day of Buddha's enlightenment is known as *Wesak* or *Saga Dawa Duchen* by Tibetan Buddhists. It is celebrated on the 15th day of Saga Dawa, the fourth month of the Tibetan lunar calendar.
Introduction to Meditation - an 8 week course with Bernard Mordan at Spa RoadJun. 3 - Jul. 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
In essence, meditation is simply the practice of paying attention to what we are doing while we are doing it, whatever this may be. In the Buddhist tradition, this type of attention is called mindfulness.
The Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva - with Lama Zangmo at Spa RoadSat, Jun. 6, 10:00am - 4:00pm
"When we study and reflect on a teaching, we should choose a text that provides a broad understanding of the Buddha's teaching as a whole.
Green Tara Puja at Spa RoadSundays throughout June, 8:00 - 9:00 am
Join us every Sunday morning at 8.00 am for Green Tara which is a practice that helps to remove fear and obstacles. As the Centre's main doors are not open until 9.00 am, please let us know if you are planning to attend.
Mantra Recitation Day for Akong Tulku Rinpoche with Kagyu Samye Dzong London at Spa RoadSun, Jun. 7, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Join the Kagyu Samye Dzong London Sangha for a day of accumulation of mantras for Choje Akong Tulku Rinpoche. The morning will be dedicated to accumulating Guru Rinpoche mantras and the afternoon dedicated to accumulating the Chenrezig mantras.
Medicine Buddha Puja at Spa RoadSun, Jun. 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Employing the skilful techniques of mantra and visualisation the *Medicine Buddha* practice is an effective way to balance the *physical*, *mental* and* spiritual health of ourselves and others*.
Volunteer Day - a day of post meditation activity at Spa RoadWed, Jun. 17, 9:30am - 5:00pm
If you have time to help Kagyu Samye Dzong London this Thursday, there is plenty of opportunity for meritorious activity. We will be busy preparing the centre for the visit of our precious Abbot, Choje Lama Yeshe Rinpoche.
Calming the Mind through Mindfulness and Meditation - with Gelong Trinley at Manor PlaceThursdays from Jun. 18 - Jul. 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meditation is the art of finding peace and happiness within by using simple methods of calming and stabilising our minds, through the practice of mindfulness.
Developing Your Inner Potential - with Choje Lama Yeshe Losal Rinpoche at Spa RoadJun. 20 - 21, 10:00am - 4:00pm
We are delighted to welcome Choje Lama Yeshe Losal Rinpoche, the Abbot of Kagyu Samye Ling Monastery, to Kagyu Samye Dzong London. This is an opportunity to receive meditation instructions and advice from a highly accomplished meditation Master.
Generosity - Developing an Open Mind - with Lama Zangmo at Spa RoadThu, Jun. 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
*Lama Zangmo will run a 5-week course on the Perfections.* Gampopa said that the first three perfections are for a positive and good life here and now, and the next three are the ways and means to escape... Read more...
Birthday Celebrations for His Holiness the 17th Karmapa at Spa RoadFri, Jun. 26, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Join everyone at Kagyu Samye Dzong London for prayers dedicated to the long life, good health and continuing activity of His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, Orgyen Trinley Dorje.
Simply Meditation Day at Manor PlaceSat, Jun. 27, 10:00am - 5:30pm
Spending time doing extended meditation practice is a chance to get together with fellow practitioners and gain greater depth in the experience of meditation by applying oneself through a series of short meditation sessions.
Guru Rinpoche Tsok Puja at Spa RoadSun, Jun. 28, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Guru Rinpoche is the guiding power which emanates from pure mind, anywhere in time and space: the universal teacher.
JULY 2015 Carefulness - Ethical conduct - with Lama Zangmo at Spa RoadThu, Jul. 2, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
The foundation for ethical conduct and good behaviour is non-attachment and carefulness. Non-harming is the essence of Buddhism but leaving a 'small footprint' is not always easy.
Better Health Through Meditation with Clive Holmes at Spa RoadSat - Sun Jul. 4 - 5, 10:00am - 4:00pm
The secret of good health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, worry about the future, or anticipate trouble, but to live in the present moment, wisely and earnestly.
Green Tara Puja at Spa Road
Sundays throughout June, 8:00 - 9:00 am
Join us every Sunday morning at 8.00 am for Green Tara which is a practice that helps to remove fear and obstacles. As the Centre's main doors are not open until 9.00 am, please let us know if you are planning to attend.Patience - the Remedy for Anger - with Lama Zangmo at Spa RoadThu, Jul. 9, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Carefulness and ethical conduct are the foundation for patience and non-aggression. Patience and tolerance develop out of good self-discipline. When we have good self -discipline it is not difficult to be patient.
A weekend of teachings with Ringu Tulku Rinpoche at Spa RoadSat - Sun Jul. 11 - 12,
We are delighted to announce that Ringu Tulku Rinpoche will be teaching at Samye Dzong London in July. Full details of the programme will be available nearer the time.
Medicine Buddha Puja at Spa RoadSun, Jul. 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Employing the skilful techniques of mantra and visualisation the Medicine Buddha practice is an effective way to balance the physical, mental and spiritual health of ourselves and others.
A Joyful Approach - the Support for Practice - with Lama Zangmo at Spa RoadThu, Jul. 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
A joyful approach and sustained interest will mean we can progress and achieve something. It is a state of mind that takes joy in positive activity. It gives power to our spiritual practice.
The Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva - with Lama Zangmo at Spa RoadSat, Jul. 18, 10:00am - 4:00pm
When we study and reflect on a teaching, we should choose a text that provides a broad understanding of the Buddha's teaching as a whole.
White Tara Retreat Day - with the Kagyu Samye Dzong Sangha at Spa RoadSun, Jul. 19, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Meditation - Giving up Wandering Thoughts - with Lama Zangmo at Spa RoadThu, Jul. 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meditative stability refers to a state called pliancy (shinjong in Tibetan). It literally means 'thoroughly trained' or 'thoroughly purified'. It has two aspects - pliancy of body and pliancy of mind.
The Role of Calligraphy and Art within Dharma with Tashi Mannox at Spa RoadFri, Jul. 24, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Prior to his weekend workshops on Tibetan Calligraphy, Tashi Mannox will give a talk on the role of calligraphy and art within Dharma.
Tibetan Calligraphy workshop with Tashi Mannox at Spa RoadJul. 25 - 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Drawing upon the traditional construction guidelines of the classical Uchen script, Tashi Mannox leads an intensive course in how to correctly form the letters of the Tibetan alphabet, vowels signs and subjoined letters.
Simply Meditation Day at Manor Place
Sat, Jul. 25, 10:00am - 5:30pm
Spending time doing extended meditation practice is a chance to get together with fellow practitioners and gain greater depth in the experience of meditation by applying oneself through a series of short meditation sessions. Mindfulness Practitioner Certificate Course - weekend 2 - at Spa RoadJul. 25 - 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
This provides a solid foundation in Mindfulness Practice and you are welcome to join this course after completing the Mindfulness Practitioners Foundation course or the Mindfulness in Education module.
Guru Rinpoche Tsok Puja at Spa RoadSun, Jul. 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Summer ClosureJul. 27 - Aug. 14,
Both our Spa Road and Manor Place centres will be closed for their annual summer break from Monday 27th July and will re-open on Saturday 15th August.