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
The Inner Power to Solve Our Problems
Children's Class
Good Heart, Good Actions, Good Results
Meditation for Modern Living
An Explanation of the Buddhist Way of Life
Good Heart, Good Actions, Good Results
Meditation Retreats in Western Cape
Meditation Retreat in Western Cape: Breaking Down Our Barriers
Courses & Special Events
Half Day Course: Letting Go of Painful Emotions
Letting Go of Painful Emotions
In our half-day meditation course learn to identify, release, and transform grief, anger, anxiety, and stress through guided meditations. Unlock real happiness by letting go of emotions that no longer serve you.
Prayers For World Peace at Tushita KMC
Prayers for World Peace
Join our free "Prayers for World Peace" class with guided meditations, teachings, and prayers. By learning to cherish others we can achieve world peace.
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