Kadam John McBretney teaching a class in the Heruka KMC meditation hall, with a photo of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso beside him

Study Programmes

Programmes of Meditation and Modern Buddhism

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Heruka KMC offers three Buddhist study programmes, so you can go as deep as you wish. Most people begin with our weekly meditation classes, which are drop-in and open to everyone. Those who want to study more systematically can enrol on the Foundation Programme, based on six of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso's books. The Teacher Training Programme offers more extensive study and training, including the Tantric texts and TTP retreats. It is open to everyone, and especially suited to those who wish to teach.

Both FP and TTP require enrolment and involve commitments, and students enrol on one or the other. Students on both programmes can go on to become teachers of Kadam Dharma.

Our Buddhist study programmes

Studying on Foundation Programme

General Programme

Weekly drop-in meditation classes, with half-day and weekend courses, retreats and other events. No enrolment needed.

Students on a Buddhist study programme

Foundation Programme

Systematic study and practice based on six of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso’s books. Wednesdays 7–9pm at Heruka KMC. Enrolment needed; new students welcome at any point.

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Teacher Training Programme

 In-depth study of Sutra and Tantra, with teaching skills training and retreats. Open to everyone, especially those who wish to teach. Sundays at Heruka KMC. Enrolment needed.