Weekly Drop-In Meditation Classes

LOCATIONS

MONDAYS 6PM – 7.15PM
PROSPECT LIBRARY, 128 PROSPECT RD, PROSPECT

MONDAYS 7PM – 8:15PM
ALDINGA LIBRARY, 11 CENTRAL WAY, ALDINGA BEACH (Starts Sep 4)

MONDAYS 7PM – 8:15PM
THE COACH HOUSE, SOUTHERN COMMUNITY HEALTH, 13 LAFFERS RD, BELAIR

TUESDAYS 10AM – 11.15AM
SOMERTON YACHT CLUB, CNR ESPLANADE & COLLEGE RD, SOMERTON PARK

WEDNESDAYS 10AM – 11.15AM
FULLARTON PARK COMMUNITY CENTRE, 411 FULLARTON RD, FULLARTON

THURSDAYS 7PM – 8.15PM
SOMERTON YACHT CLUB, CNR ESPLANADE & COLLEGE RD, SOMERTON PARK

COST: $15 per class, or purchase a class pass and save. Centre Members are free.

CURRENT COURSE: Dealing with Stress

Whatever our lifestyle, all of us will at times in our life experience stress. So much of the stress and tension we experience comes from our mind and many of our daily problems, such as relationship difficulties and ill health, are caused or aggravated by this stress. On this course we’ll explore how Buddhist meditation, combined with a change in our perspective on life, can enable us to reduce and finally eliminate stress. By applying this advice in our daily life we can come to enjoy a relaxed and peaceful mind all the time.

NEXT COURSE: Love without Pain FROM Oct 16

Love can give rise to great happiness but all too often it seems to lead to pain and suffering. This is because we fail to understand the difference between love and attachment. Love is the source of happiness whereas the pain and sorrow in our relationships arises from our attachment. On this course, learn how to discriminate clearly between love and attachment and enjoy relationships that are more harmonious, joyful and long-lasting.

ABOUT THE CLASSES

Everyone is welcome. Classes include guided meditations and Buddhist teachings that are very practical and easily applied to help solve daily problems and experience more peace of mind. There is no need to book or bring anything, or to start at the beginning of the course – you can drop-in any week. At the end of each class there is an opportunity to ask any questions that you may have about the topic or about meditation. We hope to see you soon 🙂

CLASS PASSES

Cost:$14 (Centre members free)
Buy a 4 or 10 class pass and save.

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THE TEACHERS

GEN KELSANG TSALDEN

Gen Kelsang Tsalden is the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Adelaide. She is a fully ordained Australian Buddhist nun who has practised Kadampa Buddhism for over 19 years, training in Sydney and the UK. With over 15 years experience as a Resident Teacher her clear, inspiring teachings and gentle manner make Buddhist wisdom accessible to all.

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MICHELLE DUNSTONE

Mother of two and Adelaide local Michelle has been practising Kadampa Buddhism for many years. She is calm, kind and humble, and understands the benefits of meditation from her own experience. Being a professional accountant, she is also the centre’s treasurer. Michelle teaches the Belair class on Monday evenings.

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SARAH MCMULLEN-ROACH

Sarah has been studying and practising Buddhism for over a decade. She is dedicated, dynamic and also functions as the centre’s Education Program Coordinator. She is an experienced meditation teacher, having been a part of our centres in Sydney, Newcastle, Auckland, and now Adelaide. Sarah teaches the Prospect class on Monday evenings.

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NICK BOYLE

Originally hailing from NZ, Nick has been a much-loved member of the KMC Adelaide community for many years, and is also the centre’s Administrative Director. He is very kind and sincere, and teaches from the heart with warmth and humour. Nick currently fills in at various classes when the regular teacher is away.

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JEN BEAUDRY

Originally from Canada, Jen is a dedicated Kadampa student who has studied for many years both in Melbourne and here in Adelaide. She understands deeply how Buddhist meditation can protect and transform our minds, even in the middle of our busy modern lives. Jen is currently a substitute teacher at various classes when the regular teacher is away, as well as the centre’s retreat coordinator.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Hand sanitiser will still be provided at the door as you arrive. Masks are no longer required but please feel free to wear one if you feel more comfortable doing so.

You will be greeted by our volunteers to register you for the class.

There will be a selection of books and meditation CD’s to browse or purchase, before or after the meditation class.

We sit in chairs for the meditation class, so there’s no need to bring a mat or cushion, however if you are more comfortable sitting on the floor, please free free to do so.

Most evening classes will begin at 7pm and end at 8.15pm, except for Prospect which starts at 6pm and finishes at 7.15pm. Morning classes begin at 10am and finish at 11.15am.

LOCATIONS

BELAIR
FULLARTON PARK
PROSPECT
SOMERTON PARK