Welcome to Tushita Kadampa Meditation Centre
- WHO WE ARE -
We are a non-profit Organisation entirely run by volunteers, aiming to bring peace and harmony to the people of Cape Town and beyond by making meditation and Buddha's teachings available to everyone regardless of race, gender or age.
Our Buddhist Temple and Meditation Centre is a member of the The New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU), an association of Mahayana Buddhist study and Meditation Centres founded in 1991 by the internationally renowned Buddhist teacher and accomplished meditation master Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.
What We Offer
Meditation Classes
Our meditation classes provide a supportive environment to learn and practice techniques that promote stress reduction, emotional balance, improved focus, and enhanced self-awareness for everyone
Courses & Events
Our weekend courses offer a deep dive into various techniques and how to apply them in daily life, helping participants cultivate a consistent meditation practice and experience the numerous benefits that come with it
Retreats
Our meditation retreats provide an immersive experience in a tranquil environment, allowing participants to deepen their meditation practice, nurture inner peace, and connect with a community of like-minded individuals
Study
Dharma study sessions offer valuable insights into ancient Buddhist teachings, fostering wisdom, compassion, and ethical living, ultimately leading to personal growth and a more meaningful and fulfilling life based on the books by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Chanted Prayers
Chanted prayer sessions offer a powerful and transformative practice that soothes the mind, opens the heart, and fosters a sense of interconnectedness with others, promoting mental and emotional well-being
Community Outreach
Our community outreach programs offer tailored group meditation sessions for organizations, promoting well-being, focus, collaboration, and a healthy work environment. Powa Ceremonies and support for individuals are also offered
“Meditation helps us not to worry that everything is out of control. It is a practical method to achieve peace and happiness regardless of the turmoil and madness of our daily lives..”
Randolf
“Meditation has allowed me to stop the hamster wheel inside my head and find peace.”
Helen
“The classes and courses at Tushita KMC have really helped me to lead a happier life. I now have a daily practice which works”
Catherine
“Meditation has taught me that though I have little control in how events in my world unfold, I can control my mind and therefore how I choose internally to respond to it - and in many ways, that is one and the same thing . . .”
Ray
Regular Meditation Classes
Happy Mind, Happy Life
Learn Lamrim Meditation Online
Children's Class
Timeless Advice for a Happy Life
Meditation for Modern Living
An Explanation of the Buddhist Way of Life
Prayers for World Peace
Timeless Advice for a Happy Life
Meditation Retreats in Western Cape
Residential Meditation Retreat Western Cape
The Forgotten Art of Concentration
Monday, May 2, 2025
Discover the forgotten art of concentration, the path to inner peace and spiritual realization on this meditation retreat in the Western Cape.
Nyung Ne Fasting & Purifying Retreat
A Long Life of Good Fortune
Saturday, April 12, 2025
Join this powerful two-day fasting and purification practice with Eleven-faced Avalokiteshvara. Purify negative karma, pacify delusions, and enhance love, compassion, and bodhichitta through prostrations and the 'Drop of Essential Nectar' practice. Suitable for everyone.
Meditation Courses & Special Events
Half Day Meditation Course Cape Town
The Art of Forgiveness
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Learn the art of forgiveness and free yourself from the burden of guilt and resentment. This half day meditation course, inspired by Buddha’s teachings, offers tools to let go of the past, heal your heart, and embrace a joyful, meaningful life.
Inspiring Guided Meditation & Delicious Meal
Food for Thought
Friday, March 7, 2025
Experience a unique evening in Observatory with guided meditation, a thought-provoking Buddhist talk, and a delicious vegetarian meal. Relax, connect with like-minded people, and nourish both body and mind in a warm, welcoming community.
2025 South African National Festival
Compassion. Strength. Serenity
, March 20, 2025
At the South African National Festival, Gen Rabten grants the Empowerment of Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of Compassion, and shares teachings from Mirror of Dharma with Additions to help us cultivate compassion, overcome suffering, and find true peace.
Half Day Meditation Workshop Cape Town
The Secret to Successful Meditation
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Unlock the secret to successful meditation through engaging in the five essential steps to qualified meditation on this half day meditation workshop.
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