Kadampa Buddhist Study Programs
All Kadampa centers offer three special study programs - the General Program, Foundation Program, and Teacher Training Program.
These programs, designed by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso for the systematic study and practice of Kadampa Buddhism, are especially suited to the modern world:
General Program
The General Program (GP) is open to all. It provides a basic introduction to Buddhist teachings and meditations. Through these classes we can learn how to use Buddha's advice in our daily lives to solve our problems and find the peace and happiness we seek.
Visit our meditation classes page for GP class times and locations.
Foundation Program
The
Foundation Program (FP) is for those who wish to deepen their understanding
and experience of Buddhism by engaging in systematic study of five essential
Buddhist texts.
FP is currently offered:
Sundays & Mondays 7:00-9:00pm
Study Eight Steps to Happiness on Foundation Program. The second section of the book begins on Nov. 17th. learn
more
•Why do
we need a study program?
•How
does the program work?
Teacher Training Program
Teacher Training Program (TTP) is program is designed for those who wish to become qualified teachers of Kadampa Buddhism. It involves the in-depth study of twelve of Geshe Kelsang's books.
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