Tushita Meditation Centre
Tushita is a centre for the study and practice of Buddhism from the Tibetan Mahayana tradition. We're located in Northern India, in the forested hills above the town of McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala - the seat in exile of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.
Tushita Meditation Centre
Tushita is a centre for the study and practice of Buddhism from the Tibetan Mahayana tradition. We’re located in Northern India, in the forested hills above the town of McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala – the seat in exile of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.
Introduction to Buddhism Courses
For those who are new to Buddhism as well as returning students who would like to deepen their study and practice.
September 21 – 30: Venerable Drolma – Waiting List Only
Oct 3 – 5 – H.H. Dalai Lama Teaching
October 23 – November 1: Jimi Neal
Nov 4 – 6 – H.H. Dalai Lama Teaching
November 7 – 16: Glen Svensson
November 21 – 30: Venerable Lhundup Jamyang
Tushita will be closed for our annual Winter Break Dec 1 – Feb 9.
Intermediate/Advanced Courses
For those who have already taken one of our Introduction to Buddhism courses.
Buddhist Practices
October 10 – 18
led by Venerable Drolma
The Gelug Tradition of Mahamudra – Fully Booked!
October 24 – November 1
led by Glen Svensson
Group Practice Retreats
For those who have already taken at least one of our Introduction to Buddhism courses.
Please visit individual retreat page for special prerequisites.
Next 3-month Vajrasattva Group Retreat
July 5 – October 8
Lama Tsongkhapa: Scholar, Yogi, Guide
September 23 – 30
led by Venerable Legtsok
Chenrezig / Tong-len Retreat
November 8 – 16
led by Jimi Neal
Green Tara Retreat
November 22 – 30
led by Jimi Neal
Vajrayogini Approximation Retreat
February 27 – March 21, 2020
led by Paula Chichester
Special Guest Teachers
Tushita is extremely fortunate to offer courses and teaching events with special Lamas & Geshes: Our Founders and Spiritual Guides Lama Zopa Rinpoche & Osel Rinpoche, Ling Rinpoche, Jhado Rinpoche, Yangten Rinpoche, Khyongla Rato Rinpoche, Serkong Tsenshab Rinpoche, Khadrola, Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo, Gen Gyatso, Geshe Lhakdor, Geshe Dorji Damdul, Geshe Thupten Palsang, and others. So stay tuned…
Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo
On Meditation
November 2 & 3
Short Courses
Non-residential, but registration in our reception office required!
The Philosophy of the Middle Way
October 1 – 2
led by Venerable Tenzin Gache
Drop-in Sessions
Only in town for a short time? We usually offer drop-in guided meditations every day except Sunday at 9:00am.
These sessions are led by an experienced practitioner and last around one hour.
Mondays and Fridays are Movie Days! Join us at 2pm on these days to watch documentaries or features of Buddhist interest.
You are also welcome to join one of our pujas – see our Calendar of Events for up-to-date information.
Facilities
You’re also welcome to visit our excellent library, or use one of our 3 meditation halls for your own practice.
Since we have ongoing residential courses and retreats, we ask visitors to help support our students by keeping silence while here.
We hope that this retreat environment makes your visit more special, and warmly welcome you to stop by for a taste of Tushita.