Meditation Classes
in Runaway Bay
Join us for weekly meditation classes designed to help you develop inner peace and happiness.
Our drop-in classes are suitable for everyone and consist of simple guided meditations and teachings.
Looking for meditation classes in Runaway Bay or the Gold Coast North? Our weekly Meditation and Buddhism classes are held at Runaway Bay Community Centre every Saturday 10.30am to 11.30am.
These guided classes explore meditation and Buddhist teachings in a practical, contemporary way that can be applied to everyday life. Classes are organised into different topics, giving participants the opportunity to learn a range of meditation techniques and gain insight into Buddhist views on the mind, happiness, and inner wellbeing.
What to expect at our Runaway Bay Class
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Guided meditations suitable for beginners and experienced meditators
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Clear explanations of Buddhist meditation and teachings
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Practical themes that relate to modern life
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Time for discussion and reflection
After the class, there is an opportunity to ask questions, connect with others, and discuss the topic in an open, friendly setting.
If you’re searching for meditation classes near Runaway Bay, Buddhist meditation classes on the Gold Coast, or a regular Saturday classe in the Gold Coast north, this class offers a supportive introduction to meditation and Buddhism as presented by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinponche.
There is no need to book, come any week. We sit on comfortable chairs, however you are welcome to sit on the floor if you prefer. Card, cash and prepaid Class Passes accepted. All drop-in classes are included in a Centre Membership.
Current Course Topic
Improving Focus and Concentration
Learn how concentration is not only essential in our daily life, but necessary for us to progress on the spiritual path. Concentration and focus allows us to develop good qualities and inner peace, therefore creating a happier life.
WHEN ARE CLASSES ON?
Saturdays 10.30am to 11.30am
WHAT IS THE LOCATION?
Runaway Bay Community Centre
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
- $15* per person
- Buy a 4 or 10 class pass and save.
- Subscribe to a Centre Membership – all drop-in classes included
Our Resident Teacher
Gen Kelsang Tsalden
Gen Kelsang Tsalden is a fully ordained, western Buddhist nun and Resident Teacher of Ganden Kadampa Buddhist Centre on Queensland’s Gold Coast.
Ordained in 2006 by her Teacher – fully accomplished meditation master and internationally renowned teacher of Buddhism, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, Gen Tsalden has studied and practiced Kadampa Buddhism for almost 20 years, both in Australia and the UK.
With 17 years experience as a Resident Teacher Gen Tsalden imparts a deep, personal experience of the practice of Buddhism in daily life. Her clear, warm and light hearted delivery of profound, life-changing Buddhist teachings, has seen a new generation of young Gold Coasters discovering and using these practical, logical and helpful instructions, to solve their daily problems and increase their happiness and peace of mind.
Now is the time for inner peace.
Make a commitment to your spiritual life. Purchase a 4 Class Pass for $50 or 10 Class Pass for $110 and save on individual classes. Valid for 3 months. Ask the Class Assistant on your first visit.
NOT FEELING WELL?
To keep everyone safe, we ask that you don’t come to classes if you are feeling unwell or have any symptoms of illness.
TIMES:
Please arrive by no later 5 minutes prior to you class commencement time so that you can be seated and settled for the start of class.
No food or drinks are permitted (water is fine).