Orléans Branch Classes
Wednesday Evenings with Gen Kelsang Thekchen

Introductory Level Classes

Drop-in Meditation Classes in Orléans:



The Meditation Toolkit ~
Meditate with Mindfulness, Focus and Clarity

with Gen Kelsang Thekchen

Wednesday evenings, 6:30-7:45pm


at the Orléans Public  Library,
1705 Orléans Boulevard


Cost: $15 per class, or $80 for the 6-class series

We are unable to accept $100 bills

The Meditation Toolkit ~
Meditate with Mindfulness, Focus and Clarity

Meditation calms the mind, brings focus, and helps us develop inner strength and a sense of joy. To experience these benefits, we need to meditate effectively. In this 6ix-week series, we’ll explore the essential building blocks of successful meditation -  how to stay motivated, how to choose and focus on an object of meditation, how to improve mindfulness and concentration - and ultimately, how to experience the fruits of ancient Buddhist wisdom.

These classes each include two guided meditations and a practical talk. These are drop-in classes, so you can attend any or all of them. Everyone is welcome!

Sept 3 ~  The Joy of Meditation

Sept 10 ~  Finding Your Point of Focus

Sept 17 ~  The Key is Mindfulness

Sept 24 ~  Freedom from Distractions

Oct 1 ~  Wisdom > Intelligence

Oct 8 ~ The Power of Visualization

Cost: $15 per class, or $80 for the 6-class series.
Register online in advance, or at the door. Advance registration will soon be available.


Gen Kelsang Thekchen, Buddhist Monk & TeacherThese classes are taught by our Resident Teacher Gen Kelsang Thekchen, who is a Kadampa Buddhist monk & senior Teacher in the New Kadampa Tradition. He has been a Teacher under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than 30 years. Gen Thekchen has taught widely in Canada and in the UK, and is now the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Ottawa. He is well known for his ability to present Buddha's teachings in a practical, profound and often humorous way, making them very accessible and easy to practise in everyday life. 

To hear a sample of a teaching with Gen Thekchen, click on the arrow below.




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As conscientious Dharma practitioners, we should observe our own shortcomings instead of being preoccupied with those of other people. 
Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche
Universal Compassion