Open Day
at Kadampa Meditation Center Switzerland
Sat 15 March 2025
14:00–16:00
Come by – our door is open to you! Visit our temple, experience meditation, relax, and get to know our community. We offer a tour, a short lecture, and a sample meditation, followed by coffee and cake. Be sure to check out our shop and small gift boutique as well. Families are warmly welcome! We look forward to meeting you.
Everyone is welcome, regardless of religious affiliation or prior knowledge, to get to know the center, learn more about our meditation program and experience the atmosphere!
The Program
- 14:00–14:30 – Tour
- 14:45–15:15 – Talk & Meditation
- 15:15–16:00 – Tea, Coffee & Cake
In addition, there is a kids' corner with painting and crafting, as well as a quiz with prizes
Price
Free
Language
German & English
Place
KMC Switzerland
What to expect
You can look forward to informative tours of our meditation center, where you’ll get an insight into our facilities and meditation offerings. Immerse yourself in the world of meditation with our guided sessions, designed to calm your mind and help you find inner peace.
Enjoy a cake buffet with coffee and tea after the tour, talk, and meditation, while engaging in conversation with the Buddhist community.
Course Information
Timetable
Timetable
- 14:00–14:30 – Tour
- 14:45–15:15 – Talk & Meditation
- 15:15–16:00 – Tea, Coffee & Cake
The tour and meditation are held in German and English.
Language
The meditations and guided tours are offered in German and English.
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.
