When
Mondays
7:00pm – 8:15pmWhere
Chartwell Cedarbrooke Chateau
Theatre Room (Second Level)
32331 7th Avenue, Mission
Directions to Cedarbrooke can be found here.
Cost
$16 per class
$36 for a 3-class pass
$48 for a 4-class pass
$60 for 5-class pass
Multiple-class passes give you a 25% discount 🙂
Free for members
Books
These classes are an opportunity to get to know the books of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, the world-renowned meditation master who founded KMC Fraser Valley as well as hundreds of centres around the world, all part of the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union.
A selection of his books will be on sale at the class, such as How to Transform Your Life, which you can also download as a free eBook.
What to expect at a class
Every class includes two meditations, practical advice, and time for questions and refreshments at the end.
Chartwell Cedarbrooke Chateau’s Theatre room is a comfortable and peaceful place to meditate. The public is welcome to attend these classes in this lovely venue.
How to register
You can pre-register using the yellow “Pay Now” button below, or you can pay at the door without registering ahead of time. Easy peasy!
Transforming Conflict with Meditation
Join us for a weekly series of classes exploring how to transform conflict through meditation, guided by the practical wisdom of Kadampa Buddhist teachings. Each week you will learn methods to shift challenging situations into opportunities for growth.
Gain confidence to respond to conflict with wisdom and compassion, creating harmony both within yourself and in your relationships.
These meditation classes are for everyone. They include two guided meditations, a practical talk on a different topic each week, and time for Q&A at the end.
Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any time. No previous experience is required.
October 20: Recognizing the source of conflict
October 27: Changing our perspective
November 3: Forgiving ourself, forgiving others
November 10: The strength of humility
November 17: Overcoming self-centred tendencies
November 24: Exchanging self with others
Special Pre-Holiday Classes
While the holiday season can be joyous and happy, it can also be stressful and lonely. Please join Todd for this series of three very special pre-holiday classes to help you find happiness throughout the holiday season. Bonus: your happiness is the greatest gift you can share with others.
These meditation classes are for everyone. They include two guided meditations, a practical talk on a different topic each week, and time for Q&A at the end.
Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any time. No previous experience is required.
December 1: A Heart at Peace: Bringing Compassion into the Holidays
December 8: Cherishing Others, Bringing Joy
December 15: Keeping Our Heart Open Through the Holidays
Teacher
Todd Arseneau studies on the Foundation Program at KMC Fraser Valley. He is a down-to-earth, practical teacher with many examples from his experience with applying meditation in daily life as a school teacher and father of 2 boys.
