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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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…

STARTING TODAY – Meditation for Beginners

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(IN-PERSON) A short 4-week course where everyone can learn to relax and practice the many meditation techniques available to us. Discover how to sit comfortably, overcome distractions, and bring an inner calm to daily life. And ultimately, create the internal structure for one’s own complete liberation from the ups and downs of cycle existence and…

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…

A Mindful Heart: A Journey to Inner Strength and Compassion #3

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(IN-PERSON) For the first time at LTC we invite you to join a transformative 3-day series designed to help students develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works. The aim is to gradually let go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep, compassionate connection…
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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….

Meditation for Beginners

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(IN-PERSON) A short 4-week course where everyone can learn to relax and practice the many meditation techniques available to us. Discover how to sit comfortably, overcome distractions, and bring an inner calm to daily life. And ultimately, create the internal structure for one’s own complete liberation from the ups and downs of cycle existence and…

Mindfulness Meditation

at – calendar-day
(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

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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…
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Meditation for Beginners

at – calendar-day
(IN-PERSON) A short 4-week course where everyone can learn to relax and practice the many meditation techniques available to us. Discover how to sit comfortably, overcome distractions, and bring an inner calm to daily life. And ultimately, create the internal structure for one’s own complete liberation from the ups and downs of cycle existence and…