New Here? – Langri Tangpa Buddhist Centre

First Visit Plan

We’re so glad you’ve decided to visit us! We’ve tried to answer the most commonly asked questions. Please don’t hesitate to email us or give us a call on (07) 3398 3310 and we will get back to you.

When you arrive, introduce yourself to the volunteer at reception and they will point out where everything is, and if it’s not busy they will show you around. Once you arrive:

QR code and show the green tick vaccination status
Put your details on the day’s roll
Make a donation (whatever you are comfortable with)
Sanitise your hands and get settled!

Pick up a monthly calendar and a free book from the sign-in area. There are also LTC Welcome Brochures and postcards for you to take.

In the time before class you can relax in reception or go straight into the meditation hall and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. The Dharma bell rings for class a few minutes before we start.

If you happen to get here late, please join us anyway! After all the effort of travelling, we would much rather you come in! A volunteer will help you register and find you a seat.

*Browse the gift shop with a large selection of Buddhist books, Tibetan and Japanese incense, altar supplies, brocades and Buddhist art.*

Reception opens half an hour before class. Feel free to browse in the gift shop, chat with fellow students, or have a look at our library. Now that you’ve attended a class, you might want to ask the teacher further questions, or ask a volunteer at reception about anything regarding the program or the centre.

What to Expect

Where’s the entry?

Walk down the drive at the side of the hall, and come up the stairs to reception, the big building behind the church hall (gompa). This is where register and relax in the lounge before class.

Also leading off this landing is the back door to the gompa, where the toilets and shoe racks are. We use this door for most classes. (Yoga classes use the street-entry doors, as reception is not usually open then.)

What do I do when I arrive?

Walk down the drive at the side of the church and come all the way up the stairs to reception, where you can register and get settled.

Sign in with QR code, put your name and phone on the day’s roll, and make a donation if you wish.

Nearby you will find the monthly calendars, free books on Buddhism, and an email list if you want to receive weekly reminders.

How much does it cost?

The Dharma teachings are freely given, and all our events are by donation. Sometimes people ask, “what is the usual donation?”, so there is a suggested $10 a class, but it is not a set amount. Please give whatever you are comfortable with. If you need change please ask at reception. We also have EFTPOS facilities and a swipe as you go. Please don’t ever let financial considerations be the reason for not coming along!

The Dharma is freely offered, but the centre relies on your donations to keep the lights on, the photocopies rolling, and the mortgage paid! All donations large or small are greatly appreciated.

How do I get there?

We are easily accessible by bus. Outbound from the city, get the 200 Carindale bus from the Myer Centre Platform C or the 222 Carindale bus from City Hall (both stop at the Cultural Centre and at Southbank too). The 209 St Lucia Uni also passes us, as does the 204 Carindale, slow bus stopping all stops.)

We are just 50 m from the Camp Hill City Express bus stop (stop 30). The area is well-lit, but we are more than happy to accompany you to the bus stop after class.

Where can I find parking?

Onsite parking onsite is reserved for wheelchair access and class teachers. There is parking in the side streets around the corner, or in Bruce Street opposite us. Please be mindful of our neighbours, and leave enough space for them to get out of their driveways.

What should I wear?

We take our shoes and hats off when entering the meditation hall (please leave them on if you have medical reasons). Remember to bring warm socks in winter! Keep your shoes on your feet around the rest of the centre for safety reasons.

Out of respect for our monks and nuns, we abide by the ‘neck-to-knee’ principle. This means in summer being mindful not to wear shorts, and avoiding strappy singlets. No sleeves is fine, but try to have the shoulders covered. If in doubt, bring a light sarong or scarf.

What should I bring with me?

You might want to bring along a notepad and pen to take notes in class (we have some freely available at the hall door if you get caught short!)

Remember your specs! We have overhead powerpoints for some courses, and you might need them to read the puja texts.

BYO water bottle or keep cup (cups with lids in the gompa please!)

Depending on where you are in relation to the air-conditioning, you might want to bring a light shawl. If it’s winter bring along thick socks, as we take our shoes off in the meditation hall.

*Hybrid class in the gompa with FPMT teacher Eddie Peet. TV screen with powerpoint slides, and camera and screenshare for the online zoom participants.*

Where Do I Start?

If you’re interested in attending courses at Langri Tangpa Centre but are unsure where to begin, Starting Point is your first step.

During our time together, you’ll meet our volunteers, have a short guided tour, learn how to get involved, and be introduced to key concepts of Buddhist thought and practice.

It’s a conversational environment where you can discover a little about Buddhism, what our centre has to offer, and which program areas will best suit you.

Starting Point

This beginner’s welcome is held every few months on a weekend afternoon. It includes a guided tour, short meditation, a the presentation in the gompa.

Visitors receive a welcome pack with a free book, and we enjoy delicious chai tea together afterwards. The event is freely offered.

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What Visitors Say…

“Warm and friendly teachers giving graduated teachings in our beautiful Gompa. Greatly nourishing and uplifting, attending Langri Tangpa Centre feels like “coming home”

Liz Brouwer 2018

“I just keep coming back because of the tremendous benefits that have flowed into my, and consequently my family’s life, from the invaluable knowledge and skills I’ve acquired. It’s positively life changing!”

Jade Ireland 2016

“Thank you to all the wonderful people who work devotedly to keep the Centre such a delightful place to visit. I deeply appreciate how all of you wholeheartedly welcome and include such a diversity of people, whether we are Buddhists or not.”

Jane Morgan 2015

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…Or You Could Start Here

There are many types of classes to get started with at Langri Tangpa Centre. Here are four of them.

Guided Meditation

1) Come to the Meditations to Calm, Cleanse, and Inspire held on Sunday mornings (10.30 am). Led by the monks and nuns, with guided mindfulness and visualisation, informal discussion, and delicious chai tea afterwards.

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Chanting Ceremony

3) Come to a chanting ceremony (puja) and make special prayers and dedications for loved ones. Medicine Buddha Puja is particularly good to start with, as it is held in English and very inspiring.

Coming Pujas

Beginner’s Class

2) Drop in on a beginner’s class on Introduction to Buddhism or Balancing Emotions on Tuesday evenings, (6.30 pm). You are welcome to join at any time, even if the course is part-way through.

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Arts Afternoon

4) Relax at a Buddhist Art Workshop, a low-key yet engrossing afternoon spent painting the small statues of the Buddha called tsa-tsas, many of which decorate our library.

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