Course CALENDAR

The Popular Courses section presents an overview of the different type of programs that are available at Kopan, from the Daily Dharma Talks to intensive philosophy study.

The Course Calendar gives you an overview over all courses, and can be searched by date, or by title. Clicking on the title of the course will lead you to detailed course description, including cost of the course. You can book the course directly from there.

The Next Step The Next Step - a series of intermediate courses leading you to more in depth studies.

Daily Dharma Talks A 90 minute talk on Buddhism and Meditation.

November Course A one month intensive course based on the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha.

Retreats Check for scheduled group retreats here. Private Retreaters are welcome

Course Calendar

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April, May & June Courses - Information to be announced soon. Date: - (3 months) Led by Kopan offers courses throughout the whole year. Please keep checking this page. Thank you for your interest :)

Introduction to Buddhism - Feb - Including two day retreat Date: - (10 days) Led by Ven Tenzin Choden This course is perfect for beginners. It will introduce core Buddhist themes, meditation practices, discussion group sessions and how to apply these in your daily life. Based on the Lam Rim the course will culminate in a two day mindfulness meditation retreat.

Learn To Meditate - Introduction to Meditation & Buddhism Date: - (5 days) Led by Ven Tenzin Choden Learn the basics of meditation, and experience different ways to meditate. This course will include guided meditations, teachings on the foundations of Tibetan Buddhism, discussion groups and moments of full silence.

Heart Sutra - Intermediate Course Date: - (7 days) Led by Ven Lozang Jamyang The Heart Sutra teachings belongs to the class of texts of the Perfection of Wisdom Sutras. It is a presentation of the profound wisdom on the nature of emptiness. By realizing the nature of our mind and of phenomea we can overcome all our mental afflictions and suffering.

Private Stay - Staying at Kopan Date: - (7 days) Led by no special leader Enjoy a private stay at Kopan, take time to relax and enjoy our Monastic environment. Minimum stay is three nights, you will be asked to stay within our Monastery boundaries. You are welcome to your private stay taking the necessary precautions.

Private Stay - Staying at Kopan Date: - (6 days) Led by No special leader Enjoy a private stay at Kopan, take time to relax and enjoy our Monastic environment. Minimum stay is three nights, you will be asked to stay within our Monastery boundaries. You are welcome to your private stay taking the necessary precautions.

Introduction to Buddhism - Jan - Including two day retreat Date: - (10 days) Led by Ven Losang Jamyang This course is perfect for beginners. It will introduce core Buddhist themes, meditation practices, discussion group sessions and how to apply these in your daily life. Based on the Lam Rim the course will culminate in a two day mindfulness meditation retreat.

Private Stay - Staying at Kopan Date: - (7 days) Led by No special leader Enjoy a private stay at Kopan, take time to relax and enjoy our Monastic environment. Minimum stay is three nights, you will be asked to stay within our Monastery boundaries. You are welcome to your private stay taking the necessary precautions.

Transforming Emotions - An Introductory Course Date: - (7days) Led by Ven. Tenzin Choden Learn the Buddhist way of dealing with disturbing emotions such as anger, selfishness, dissatisfaction and strong attachment which we encounter in our daily life. Learn how to transform them and experience emotional balance, peace and quality relationships.

A Guide to Happy Living - Buddha's Four Noble Truths Date: - (5 days) Led by Geshe Tengyur To show us the path to lasting happiness, the Buddha taught the Four Noble Truths — the foundation and essence of all forms of Buddhism. This course explores the Four Noble Truths in detail, looking at the nature of the mind, karma, emptiness, as ways of freeing oneself from suffering.

Vajrasattva Retreat - A Three Month Purification Retreat Date: - (3 months ) Led by Ani Karin ARRIVAL DAY: 12 JANUARY 2023
A three month group retreat for qualified practitioners on application only. Conditions apply.