Buddhism for Beginners

Buddhism Made Simple

Introducing key Buddhist practices and concepts. Useful whether you are religious or not, with an emphasis on applying ancient wisdom to modern life.

These short courses focus on aspects of Buddhist philosophy as it applies to our daily life – setting up a daily practice, integrating a Buddhist world-view, and ancient wisdom for topical modern issues. The challenge is to make our study not just academic, but immediately relevant so that we can start transforming our life right away!

Using modern examples, inspiring quotes, and our own lived experience, discover how to bridge the teachings of the Buddha and our modern, hectic lifestyle. We don’t need to change anything ‘out there’ to live a rich and fulfilling life, we just need to bring wisdom and kindness to our inner experience.

  • “I attended the Buddhist Path of Peace and Purpose last night and just wanted to say thank you. I am so pleased I finally made the time to attend! Ven. Drolkar was fantastic. She explained the concepts clearly, with a warmth and great sense of humour. I made my way home last night feeling a definite sense of calmness and a confidence that I had made a very important first step.”
    Rebecca Blackmore May, 2014
  • “I thought I would quickly send through an email to thank you for a fantastic informative orientation yesterday. I am really keen to get involved in the Foundation Course now!”
    Cliff Paterson June, 2013

Sample a Soundfile
Dharma in Pyjamas
(Miffi Maxmillion, 2020)
Demystifying Buddhist Ritual
(Miffi Maxmillion, 2021)
How Buddhism Helps
Miffi Maxmillion, 2020)
Essence of the Buddhist Path
(Ven. Lhagsam, 2020)

Courses in this series

Many of these courses are also freely available on our Youtube Channel.

  • All the FPMT beginner’s courses
  • Many short courses developed right here at LTC
  • Emphasis on practical applications, whether Buddhist or non-Buddhist

Foundation Course
(10 sessions)

Buddhism in a Nutshell
(4 sessions)

Everyday Dharma for Daily Life
(4 sessions)

How Buddhism Helps (3 sessions)

Demystify Tibetan Buddhist Ritual
(8 sessions)

Three Higher Trainings for Dummies

Three Higher Trainings for Dummies
(3 sessions)

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Dharma in Pyjamas
(20 episodes on Youtube)

Introducing Buddhism: A Bridge for Beginners
(14 sessions)

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Meditation: Calm, Cleanse & Inspire

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(IN-PERSON) Spend a relaxed morning enjoying guided meditations and informal Q&A. Mindfulness breathing meditation to start, followed by a calm and cleansing meditation on the Buddha. Please stay on afterwards for some delicious chai tea in reception! Enjoy the peaceful ambience of our meditation hall, and be guided in meditations led by senior LTC students….

Sanghata Sutra Recitation: Transform Your Mind, Transform Your Future

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(IN-PERSON) Join us for a group recitation of the Sanghata Sutra, a text that doesn’t just describe enlightenment—it actively brings it closer. This isn’t just reading; it’s a direct encounter with the Buddha’s speech, planting countless seeds of awakening in the mindstream of anyone who hears or recites it. Reciting together is a great opportunity…

Practices for Our Times: Calm, Kindness, and Compassion

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(HYBRID) In a world marked by political, social, economic, and environmental uncertainty, how can we find calm and kindness amid the chaos? We may feel things are beyond our control, but what we can control and transform are the attitudes we bring into everyday life. This five-week course invites you to explore the timeless wisdom…

Mindfulness Meditation

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(IN-PERSON) Cultivate a peaceful, calm mind, with guided mindfulness meditations for both established students and complete beginners. Discover how to set a comfortable posture, practice mindful breathing, and enjoy simple calming meditations. In the peaceful ambiance of our meditation hall, be guided in several short, relaxing mindfulness meditations where you will be led through a…

Mindful Crafting and Painting

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(IN-PERSON) This relaxed, artist‑led session brings together concentration, mindfulness, and simple arts and crafts in a supportive, low‑pressure setting. It is a mindful crafting session, not a formal meditation class, offering a calm, focused space to slow down, create with intention, and enjoy quiet company. Open to both Buddhists and non‑Buddhists, the afternoon is especially…

Meditation: Calm, Cleanse & Inspire

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(IN-PERSON) Spend a relaxed morning enjoying guided meditations and informal Q&A. Mindfulness breathing meditation to start, followed by a calm and cleansing meditation on the Buddha. Please stay on afterwards for some delicious chai tea in reception! Enjoy the peaceful ambience of our meditation hall, and be guided in meditations led by senior LTC students….

Gendun Meditation Group: Resting in the Nature of Mind

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(IN-PERSON) Step away from the busyness of everyday life and discover the relief of a quieter mind. In these monthly get-togethers we will practice the simple yet profound meditation practices introduced by Ven. Gendun during his visit to LTC. Discover how to settle the constant stream of thoughts and distractions, and become aware of the…
Drone view of spectacular landscape with hills covered with green plants under blue cloudless sky in daytime in countryside

Practices for Our Times: Calm, Kindness, and Compassion

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(HYBRID) In a world marked by political, social, economic, and environmental uncertainty, how can we find calm and kindness amid the chaos? We may feel things are beyond our control, but what we can control and transform are the attitudes we bring into everyday life. This five-week course invites you to explore the timeless wisdom…

Mindfulness Meditation

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(IN-PERSON) Cultivate a peaceful, calm mind, with guided mindfulness meditations for both established students and complete beginners. Discover how to set a comfortable posture, practice mindful breathing, and enjoy simple calming meditations. In the peaceful ambiance of our meditation hall, be guided in several short, relaxing mindfulness meditations where you will be led through a…

Meditation: Calm, Cleanse & Inspire – Copy

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(IN-PERSON) Spend a relaxed morning enjoying guided meditations and informal Q&A. Mindfulness breathing meditation to start, followed by a calm and cleansing meditation on the Buddha. Please stay on afterwards for some delicious chai tea in reception! Enjoy the peaceful ambience of our meditation hall, and be guided in meditations led by senior LTC students….