In-Depth Meditation Course for Experienced Practitioners: Year 2 Term 2 (February – April 2025) - Yeshin Norbu
2025-04-05 13:30 - 16:00 UTC
In-Depth Meditation Course for Experienced Practitioners: Year 2 Term 2 (February – April 2025)In a world that often dismisses its significance, the mind remains mysteriously at the heart of what we call life. Founded by the brothers Vasubandhu and Asanga, the Buddhist Yogācāra school focusses on the mind as ‘forerunner of all things’, the creator of our experience, and the storyteller that narrates our existence. Yogācāra’s analysis of how the mind constructs our reality, can help us relieve the constraints of the ego, habitual patterns and reactive emotions, to experience greater ease, possibility, and freedom in every moment.
In the second year of the IDMT, we will emphasize the lived experience of meditation, both on and off the cushion. Guided by the Buddha’s third turning of the Wheel of Dharma, we will begin by training in the successive stages of shamatha, followed by a deeper journey into insight meditation. We will also explore how concepts can blind and alienate us by adding an imaginary layer to our interdependent world. Using spiritual developmental models such as the 37 Factors of Awakening and the 10 Perfections, we will learn how to live more freely in daily life. We will also explore the role of narratives, the philosophy of language, and how to cultivate great compassion for all living beings to help heal our conflicted world.
Venerable Losang Gendun has dedicated nearly four decades to practicing Buddhism and has served as a Bhikshu (Buddhist monk) in the Tibetan tradition for the past 18 years. Prior to his ordination, he worked in diverse fields such as palliative care, technology, refugee organizations, and commercial management. His extensive training includes ten years of studying Buddhist philosophy and practice in monasteries across France, India, Nepal, and Myanmar. Additionally, he spent over four years in retreat, immersing himself in Tibetan sutra and tantra, as well as the Burmese Theravada Forest Tradition. For the last 15 years, Ven. Gendun has been a dedicated teacher, sharing his knowledge of Buddhist philosophy, psychology, and meditation worldwide. He serves the aspirations of H.H. the Dalai Lama and Lama Zopa Rinpoche as part of the FPMT (Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition). Ven. Gendun is also a member of Mind & Life Europe, a multidisciplinary laboratory that brings together researchers and contemplative practitioners to explore the nature of experience. Beyond his Buddhist affiliations, Ven. Gendun serves as an interreligious canon at the Peace Cathedral in Tbilisi, Georgia, and feels at home at a Mevlavi Sufi dargah in Istanbul. In 2023, he founded The Buddha Project, which engages in long-term guidance for Buddhist meditators, scientific research, art projects, and intercontemplative social engagement.
The Buddha Project
This meditation course is part of The Buddha Project led by Ven. Losang Gendun, a branch of which is the Buddha Research Project, an on-going collaboration between Buddhist contemplatives and scientific researchers from the universities of Nîmes and Lausanne, and the Mind & Life organization (founded by neuroscientist Francesco Varela in collaboration with H.H. the Dalai Lama). It is aimed at investigating transformative processes in long-term meditators, regarding such topics as mental health, perception, and self-transcendence. For the initial research it has been granted a European Varela Award.
Introduction of the IDMT training
Meditation is essential for personal transformation and a crucial complement to Buddhist studies. This 4-year online course provides students with long term, in-depth support in their meditative development. This weekly course will offer:
Authentic traditional instructions, in contemporary language, aimed at providing a comprehensive set of meditation tools for students to transform their knowledge of the Dharma into personal experience.
Traditional and modern theories on supplementary topics such as models of healthy psychological and spiritual development, ritual, narrative, ethics, and social engagement.
An international community of meditators, online and live.
To complement the IDMT course we will also offer:
Meditation Retreats – week & weekend retreats on vipassana, compassion, and mahamudra, offered both at the centers and online.
Yogi Bootcamp – an intensive, guided, 1-year meditation training with weekly personal interviews (call) for a small group of international students.
Practice days guided by Ven. Gendun and experienced students of Ven. Gendun
Weekly reflection sessions, led by experienced students
Weekends with the opportunity to receive Refuge / Lay Vows (Feb. 8-9), Aspiring Bodhisattva Vows (June 14-15) and Engaging Bodhisattva Vows (Nov. 8-9).
For more information about the content of the course, download the course description (PDF) here.
This course is a collaboration between 5 FPMT Buddhist centers: Shantideva Center New York (US), Jamyang Buddhist Centre Leeds (UK), Institut Vajrayogini in Marzens (FR), Yeshin Norbu Stockholm (SW) and Maitreya Instituut (NL) and therefore the course will be attended by an international group of Buddhist practitioners.
If you’re enrolling later on in the course, it is possible to request access to recordings of previous classes.
Practical details
The In-Depth Meditation Training will run weekly on Saturdays and will consist of about 1-hour of guided meditation and 1,5 hours of teachings. The course offers a great opportunity for Buddhist practitioners. In the first year many of the foundational topics will be introduced, however a basic understanding of Mahayana Buddhism is a prerequisite to attend. It will be given in English, with French translation, online via Zoom. The recordings will be made available after the sessions.
Practical information and how to register:
Course dates: 1 Feb – 12 April
Weekday: Saturday
Time: 15:30-18:00 European Central Timezone
Language: English
Location: Online (zoom link will be sent after registration)
Donation: drop in 250 SEK, monthly 800 SEK, term 2000 SEK
Last day of registration: you can join any time
You register for the drop-in by purchasing a ticket here on the website, see “Tickets” below.

Morning Express Meditation
2025-04-06 07:30 - 08:00, 2025-04-07 07:30 - 08:00, 2025-04-08 07:30 - 08:00
Start the day at 7am Mountain Time with guided meditations every weekday

Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
2025-04-06 08:00 - 09:00
Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh
About the Sessions
Join us on Sunday morning for an hour to pause, center, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.
These meditations are very practical, they are not within a religious context, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs, ages and abilities, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.
Registrations are not required.
What are the meditations based on?
They are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:
how we think (humility, patience, contentment and delight)
how we act (kindness, honesty, generosity and right speech)
how we relate to others (respect, forgiveness, gratitude and loyalty)
how we find meaning (aspiration, principles, service and courage).
These guidelines provide a framework for personal growth, encouraging individuals to think, act, relate, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life.
How to Join
The sessions are offered online:
TIME: 10.00 – 11.00 am CE(S)T,
DATES: Sundays from 19th January – 4th May 2025
ONLINE: Join Zoom here – Passcode: 353076
The meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support Maitreya Institute, please make a donation using this link . The meditations will be recorded and made available to you to use them during the week. Please send us an email if you would like to join us to get access to the recordings.
Why meditate?
When you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators.
Facilitator
Ven. Gönpo is an accredited FDCW facilitator and a Buddhist monk based in Australia. He discovered Buddhism as a child through martial arts movies and TV shows, this was the inspiration for the childhood dream of becoming a wandering kung fu monk. It was a few decades before part of that dream could be realized with many other life adventures distracting him from the spiritual path in his teens and twenties.
It wasn’t until he was in his thirties that Gönpo began to really understand the power of Buddhist teachings when he used them to navigate the emotional roller-coaster of life’s many experiences such as a marriage break down and raising children alone. Fortunately, due the kindness of his teachers and great good karma, after his children finished school, Gönpo was able to fulfil the long-held dream of becoming a monk, albeit without the kung fu. Ending a 20-year career as a high school teacher of languages, he become a wandering monk spending time studying and meditating in Europe, India and Nepal before returning to his hometown, Brisbane, to take up the role of Spiritual Care Practitioner at Karuna Hospice Services, giving care and support to people with life limiting illnesses and their families.
In his time as a school teacher, it was the feedback from students around mindfulness practices and life lessons that had the biggest impact on Gönpo, motivating him to become a 16 Guidelines for a Happy Life facilitator. In his sessions, Gönpo encourages discussion and deep engagement in the topics, challenging participants to examine their own ways of thinking. Through understanding how we are now, we are better equipped to develop the habits that will bring us closer to how we want to be, interacting with our own minds and the people around us in ways that will make us and the communities we live in, happier and healthier.
More info
For more information please visit the Maitreya Institute website

Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
2025-04-06 08:30 - 09:30
Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist CentreDrop-in meditation on Sunday
Start your week off right and banish stress and anxiety with the power of meditation.
These meditation drop-in sessions are secular and have been created so that like-minded people can meet, meditate and learn how to meditate together.
Come to Discover what meditation is
Meditation is a simple practice available to all, which can reduce stress, increase calmness and clarity and promote happiness. Learning how to meditate is straightforward, and the benefits can come quickly.
These meditation sessions provide a much-needed respite from the hustle and bustle of city life, allowing individuals to find inner peace and tranquility. Whether you are seeking solace, stress relief, or simply a moment of stillness, these meditations offer a valuable opportunity to cultivate a sense of well-being in the midst of our fast-paced world.
In this drop-in meditation session, you will have the chance to experience a 60-minute guided meditation. This is an in-person gathering where you can connect with like-minded individuals and explore the transformative power of meditation.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to find inner calm and uncover the true essence of life. Join us at Jamyang London Buddhist Centre and embark on a journey of self-discovery and enlightenment.
Is meditation for me?
This class is for beginners and all who wish to develop basic meditation methods which they can apply to improve their daily lives, whether or not they identify as Buddhists, and regardless of their prior experience with meditation.
By creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, these meditation sessions encourage individuals from all walks of life to come together and embark on a journey of self-discovery and mindfulness. These meditations are for everyone, regardless of their religious or cultural background.
Led by experienced guides, these meditations offer a gentle introduction to the practice, ensuring that participants feel comfortable and supported throughout the process. However, they also cater to those who may have some familiarity with meditation, providing an opportunity for individuals to deepen their meditation practice.
Drop-in Meditation: What can I expect?
Drop-in Meditation
60-minute guided meditation on Sunday Morning
In-person only
Meditation led by Roy Sutherwood
Donations are welcome
Meditation Leader
Roy Sutherwood is a former Trustee and Director of Jamyang London Buddhist Centre, and an FPMT recognised teacher. He has studied under masters of Buddhist philosophy and meditation for many years. He facilitates classes in Tibetan Buddhism at the Buddhist Society and is also a qualified teacher of secular Mindfulness techniques.
How to join?
Book now on eventbrite
We suggest saving your spot ahead of time to help the facilitator to organise the event.
Donations are welcome: Jamyang relies on the kind donations of those who attend activities in the centre.The funds enable us to offer this type of class on a regular basis – we thank you for your generosity.

Qing Ming Pujas
2025-04-06 10:00 - 16:00
This Qing Ming, we are delighted to organise a Medicine Buddha Puja and 100 Torma Offering Puja (Torma Gyatsa), conducted by sangha members from Kopan Monastery, for the benefit of all our deceased loved ones. We invite your sponsorship of both pujas here: https://bit.ly/3Fl0TR3?r=qr
Medicine Buddha Puja
10am – 12pm
By invoking the blessings of the Eight Medicine Buddhas though making extensive prostrations, offerings, and supplications to them, one is protected from the fears of samsara and accomplishes all that one wishes due to the powerful prayers made by the Eight Tathagatas in the past.
100 Torma Offering Puja
2pm – 4pm
In this Chenrezig Practice, one engages in compassionate giving to the 12 types of guests. By making offerings to transcendental guests and practicing generosity to worldly beings, one creates extensive merit and pacifies harm caused by karmic creditors such as spirits.
The gompa will open 30 minutes before each session. Registration is not required.

Cutting Through Delusion: A Guide to the Solitary Hero Yamantaka Sadhana (Empowerment Required)
2025-04-06 19:00 - 20:30
In this course Geshe Thubten Sherab will provide a commentary on the Highest Yoga Tantra Sadhana practice of Yamantaka. Prior empowerment of Yamantaka is required in order to attend. By attending you certify that you have previously received such an empowerment.
Geshe-la will give a step-by-step explanation of the complex structure, visualizations, and details of the sadhana in order to help students understand the purpose, significance and meaning behind this tantra practice.
Participants will learn how to strengthen their connection with their tantric commitments, ensuring that their practice is both correct and sustainable.
By the end of the course, students will have a deeper appreciation of the transformative potential of Yamantaka and be equipped with the tools to engage in the practice with confidence, clarity, and devotion.

Morning Prayers
2025-04-07 08:00 - 08:30, 2025-04-08 08:00 - 08:30, 2025-04-09 08:00 - 08:30, 2025-04-10 08:00 - 08:30, 2025-04-11 08:00 - 08:30
Daily morning prayers on Zoom for all sentient beings.

Guided Meditation
2025-04-07 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-04-08 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-04-09 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-04-10 09:00 - 10:00
Guided MeditationMonday – Saturday @ 9.00 – 10.00am IST
(No sessions on Sunday and during Short Courses)
This is a hybrid event! You can attend in person at Tushita or online via live zoom (and video recordings).

Lunchtime Meditation
2025-04-07 12:30 - 13:00, 2025-04-08 12:30 - 13:00, 2025-04-09 12:30 - 13:00, 2025-04-10 12:30 - 13:00
Make the most of your lunchtime with a guided meditation session to help calm your mind. These secular meditation sessions are a great way to relax and create some space for reflection in the middle of your day.Wellbeing Programme – All levels

Free Monday Meditation - Yeshin Norbu
2025-04-07 16:00 - 17:00
Free Monday Meditation – Yeshin NorbuDo you sometimes feel stressed, worried or distracted? Brain research has shown that mindfulness and meditation can help us develop more focus, become more relaxed and create greater mental clarity.
Join our drop-in meditations to make meditation part of your daily routine. Even short meditations help you relax and regain focus.
When? On Mondays, from 18.00 to 19.00
Where? We offer the meditations at the center and online (via Zoom).
Who can join? Everyone is welcome, regardless of previous experience of meditation and mindfulness. If there are beginners we adapt to this. For those who are more experienced this is a great opportunity to sustain a regular meditation practice.
The meditations are guided in Swedish or English depending on the people attending.

Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
2025-04-07 17:15 - 18:45
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Recovery Dharma
April 7 @ 6:15 pm – 7:45 pm
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Kshitigarbha Practice
2025-04-08 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-04-10 12:00 - 12:30
Practice to overcome financial obstacles, on Zoom and in-person.

Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
2025-04-08 17:30 - 19:00
Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist CentreThis regular drop-in session allows students to practice various Buddhist meditations with their peers, followed by a discussion group for anyone interested in the Buddhist worldview and way of life.
This drop-in group it meets on Tuesday evenings for meditation and discussion about Buddhist practice, and it offers an opportunity to build a meaningful community with people who care about practice and mindfulness. People of all experience levels are welcome.
Drop-in Meditation + Discussion Group
In-person only
Meditation led by peers
Donations are welcome
Schedule
18:30-19:00 Meditation Session
19:00-20:00 Discussion Group
Meditation Session: What can I expect?
Regular drop-in meditation sessions.
A short guided meditation session facilitated by various students of Jamyang Buddhist Centre London, to practice various Buddhist meditations with their peers
Discussion Group: What can I expect?
Light-hearted conversation on various topics of Buddhist philosophy, Buddhist psychology and Buddhist practice over some light refreshments.
The meditation is followed by a group-directed discussion of Buddhism with no agenda, objectives or themes to discuss the Buddhist teachings and to share ideas and reflections in a fun, informal and friendly setting.
All are welcome, whether experienced students or completely new to Buddhism.
How do I join?
Book on Eventbrite
We suggest saving your spot ahead of time to help the facilitator to organise the event. Alternatively, you can just drop in.
Please arrive at 18:20 for a 18:30 start.
Donations are welcome: Jamyang relies on the kind donations of those who attend activities at the centre. The funds enable us to offer this type of class on a regular basis – we thank you for your generosity.

Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
2025-04-08 17:30 - 19:00
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Gentle Yoga: Exploring the vastness of being
April 8 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Satyananda Yoga classes include Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, Banda , Deep relaxation and array of nourishing, life enhancing meditation techniques
The Asana (postures) we will practice will be mostly gentle and will integrate practices from Tattwa Shuddhi – (an exploration of deeper levels existence)
Classes are limited to 10 people so book now to avoid disappointment.
Is this for me?
The classes are suitable for all levels of yoga experience as well as complete beginners.
About the Teacher
Judy Watchman has been practicing yoga for 30 years and teaching for 20 years. She is a British Wheel of Yoga accredited Satyananda Yoga teacher and trained with Swami Nischalananda of the Mandala Yoga Ashram in Wales.
How to join?
Book via Eventbrite
For further information, please contact the teacher directly.
Jivatmayoga@hotmail.co.uk
07791081112
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Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
2025-04-10 16:00 - 17:00
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Medicine Buddha Puja
April 10 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
About Medicine Buddha Puja
In Person Only
Pujas are rituals in which consecrated offerings – such as food, water, light and incense – are made to an enlightened being for the sake of creating conditions for progress on the spiritual path, as well as removing obstacles. These offerings are made alongside prayer and chanting.
The seven Medicine Buddhas, attainers of bliss, strongly prayed for the temporal and ultimate happiness of yourself and all sentient beings. They vowed that their prayers would be actualized during these degenerate times when the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha are in decline. As the buddhas’ holy speech is irrevocable, you can wholly trust in their power to quickly grant blessings to help all sentient beings in these degenerate times,” Lama Zopa Rinpoche instructs “If you pray to Guru Medicine Buddha, you will quickly accomplish all that you wish. Just hearing the holy name of Guru Medicine Buddha and the sound of his mantra closes the door to rebirth in the suffering lower realms. It is written in the scriptures that you should not have a two-pointed mind (doubt) with regard to these benefits”.
How can I join?
Just turn up!
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Bi-monthly 16 Guidelines Practice Circles with Claudia Van Zuiden - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
2025-04-10 17:00 - 18:30
Bi-monthly 16 Guidelines Practice Circles with Claudia Van ZuidenReconnecting with the 16 Guidelines Community
Join us for a special series of bi-monthly online Practice Circles, designed for those who have attended the 16 Guidelines for Life programs.
These gatherings offer an opportunity to reconnect with the timeless wisdom of the 16 Guidelines and share how they continue to inspire and guide us in today’s world.
Why Attend?
These online events provide a space to:
Reconnect with the 16 Guidelines framework and fellow practitioners.
Share personal experiences, insights, and challenges.
Reflect on the relevance of the Guidelines in your daily life and work.
Strengthen the facilitators’ community and explore collaborative opportunities to expand this meaningful work.
In a world increasingly in need of compassion, wisdom, and ethical living, let’s come together to inspire and empower one another to spread the profound message of the 16 Guidelines.
Who should Attend?
These events are open to anyone who has participated in a 16 Guidelines for Life program and wishes to deepen their engagement with this powerful framework. Facilitators are especially encouraged to join!
Sessions Highlights
Welcome & Reflection: Mindful breathing and reconnecting with the Guidelines.
Breakout Discussions: Share insights on how the Guidelines have influenced your life.
Group Debrief & Next Steps: Explore ways to collaborate and share this work.
Closing Reflection: Share takeaways and hear about the next gathering.
The session structure is carefully designed to foster meaningful reflection, strengthen connections, and inspire actionable outcomes, ensuring a dynamic and engaging experience.
Dates
The first Practice Circle will take place on Thursday, 10 April 2025, from 6pm to 7.30pm GMT , (7 pm to 8:30 pm CET).
How to Join
Please join on Zoom using this link .
The same link will apply to all future Practice Circles.
Cost
The Practice Circles are offered free of charge in a spirit of generosity. If you find the sessions beneficial, you are welcome to support our work by making a donation here.
Facilitator:
Claudia Van Zuiden is the CEO and Founder of Solution Ways and Co-Founder of Conscious World Agents, both of which are solution-focused organizations for holistic and sustainable performance. An active, accredited member of the FDCW community, Claudia delivers workshops internationally and is accredited to facilitate:
Level 1 and 2 programs
16 Guidelines for children and teens
Unlocking Your Potential program
Her organisations specialise in Personal and Business Coaching, Leadership Training, Education, Consulting, and Team Coaching.
Claudia shares her inspiration for offering these sessions:
“Over the past few months, I’ve felt a strong aspiration to reconnect with the wisdom of the 16 Guidelines and to begin actively working with them again. These teachings have always held a profound relevance, and as we navigate today’s complex world, I believe their practical guidance on cultivating inner and outer harmony is more valuable than ever.
To rekindle this connection, I’m delighted to announce a bi-monthly online gathering for anyone who has attended the 16 Guidelines for Life programs.”

Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
2025-04-10 17:30 - 19:30
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Exploring Buddhism
April 10 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
What will I learn?
Our regular Thursday evening classes take place over 18 months, with regular study breaks and a winter holiday. During this time the topics covered will be: Exploring the Mind and Philosophy
Exploring the Mind
Exploring the View, Tenets and the Middle Way
Exploring the Fundamentals of Reasoning and Debate
Exploring the Sutra Grounds and Paths
What do I need to know?
Classes will take place on Thursday evenings.
You’ll access recordings of classes and materials through our learning platform.
You’ll learn through a combination of classes, review sessions and discussion sessions.
You’ll learn through a combination of in-person and online learning, or exclusively online, according to your preference.
Official course certification from FPMT is available.
Be part of a supportive community of fellow student-practitioners.
What will it cost?
We rely on the generous donations of students to run our centre, so we provide recommended donation tiers to help students gauge what level of monthly donation they can offer to support the costs of running the course.
However, we run all our Buddhist programmes on a Generosity Model. This means nobody is turned away due to lack of funds. All are welcome to enrol, regardless of financial circumstances.
Access to the course materials will be available to students for 1 year after the end of the course.
How do I join?
Registration for the 2024-5 course is no longer open. If you have questions about the course or would like to speak to a member of the team, please email gateway@jamyang.co.uk
You may also be interested in our introductory level Discovering Buddhism course.
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