Urban RetreatS
Saturday
10:00–16:00 PM
with Gen Kelsang Devi
| Datum | Retreat | Lehrer |
|---|---|---|
|
01 February 2025 |
Energize your life - seizing the moment |
Gen Kelsang Gyalchog |
|
21 June 2025 |
Meditations for a clear mind |
Gen Kelsang Devi |
You want to take a break from everyday life, but don't have enough time to get out of the city? Then these Urban Retreats are just right for you! These retreats allow you to stop your stress and everyday worries for a day and focus on your mental well-being.
These Urban Retreats look at different topics, see above. Explanations and guided meditations are given on these topics by the experienced meditation leader Gen Kelsang Devi. This retreat structure helps you to become deeply familiar with powerful meditations, just in one day, in the middle of the city.
Price
CHF 60
Language
English with German translation
Place
KMC Switzerland
What to expect
During these urban retreats you can expect three retreat sessions. These include guided meditations and explanations on the topic. At the beginning of each session, a short Buddhist prayer will be played in preparation for the meditation. At the end there will be time to ask questions about the meditations.
During the breaks, there is time for walks and for exchanges with other course participants. In addition, a vegan, vegetarian meal will be offered during the lunch break.
The Teacher
Gen Kelsang Devi is a Senior International Teacher within the NKT and Principal Teacher of both KMC Switzerland and Kailash IRC. She is a joyful example of a modern Buddhist nun who has been practicing Kadampa Buddhism under the guidance of venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over twenty years. Kailash IRC. She is a modern buddhist nun who has been practising Kadam-Dharma for almost 25 years.
Gen Devi is greatly admired for her good heart and her deep meditative experience is revealed through her clarity and inspirational presentation of Buddha’s teachings.
Course Information
Price
Participation on site:
CHF 60
25% reduction for AHV/IV and students
Timetable
10:00–11:15am | 1. Retreat Session
12:00–13:15pm | 2 Retreat Session
13:15 pm | Lunch
14:30–16:00pm | 3 Retreat Session
Lunch
A vegan lunch will be provided during the lunch break for CHF 15. Please book the lunch option on the booking form if you would like to eat with us.
Live Stream
The live stream option for this event is only available with a centre membership. Find out more here
Registration & Payment
Payment for attendance on site can be made in advance via credit card/paypal or also on site (cash/credit card)
Language
In English with German translation
Place
This event takes place at Kadampa Meditation Center Switzerland (KMC), Mirabellenstrasse 1, 8048 Zürich Altstetten
Frequently asked questions
Can people attend our courses even if they are not Buddhists?
Yes - Everyone is welcome at Kadampa Meditation Center Switzerland. No one is excluded, no matter what your background or beliefs are. The methods and practices taught here are suitable for everyone, no matter how much experience you have.
Do I have to wear certain clothes to attend the events at the center?
No - Please come as you are. At KMC Switzerland, chairs and meditation cushions are provided for seating. If you like to sit on the cushion, we recommend that you wear comfortable clothing. Traditionally you will be asked to take off your shoes before entering the meditation room. We have floor heating and socks if needed.
Do I need meditation experience to participate?
No - Many people who come to our events have little or no experience. It doesn't matter if you have tried to meditate before without much success. Everyone finds meditation challenging in the beginning because our mind is naturally very busy. Kadampa Meditation Center is a perfect place to train in meditation.
Is the center also accessible by wheelchair?
Yes - Our meditation room is at ground level and we lay out ramps for the few steps we have.
