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Typical Introduction to Buddhism Course Schedule
This is the approximate schedule for 10-Day residential Introduction to Buddhism courses.
Please note that the schedule may vary slightly from course to course, and may change at short notice. Check-In always begins at 1pm and we will post printed versions of the specific schedule around the centre during your course.
Schedule for Shorter Residential Courses: Sometimes our Introduction courses are shorter than 10-days in duration; in which case, the schedule below will remain the same on the check-in and check-out days, and for the body of the course (Teaching and Meditation program) but will not have the 2 days of Intensive Meditation at the end.
Day 1 – Check-In Day
1:00pm | Check-in/Registration (in the Dining Hall) |
4:30pm | Welcome and Introductory talk |
6:15pm | Dinner |
8:00pm | Course Introduction |
Days 2 to 7 – The Body of the Course (Teaching & Meditation Program)
6:00am | Wake up |
6.45 – 7.30am | Mindfulness Meditation |
7:30am | Breakfast |
9:00 – 11:00am | Teaching |
11:15 – 12:00pm | Stretching (if teacher available) or Walking Meditation |
12:00 – 2:00pm | Lunch & Karma Yoga Jobs |
2:00 – 3:00pm | Discussion Groups |
3pm | Tea Break |
3:30 – 5:00pm | Teaching |
5:30 – 6:15pm | Guided Meditation |
6:15pm | Dinner |
7:30pm | Guided Meditation |
Days 8 & 9 – 2-days of Intensive Meditation
6:00am | Wake up |
6:45 – 7:30am | Mindfulness Meditation |
7:30am | Breakfast |
9:00 – 9:45am | Guided Meditation |
10:00 – 10:45am | Guided Meditation |
11:00 – 11:45pm | Guided Meditation |
12:00noon | Lunch & Karma Yoga Jobs |
2:00 – 3:00pm | Guided Meditation |
3:30pm | Tea Break |
4:15 – 5:00pm | Guided Meditation |
5:30 – 6:15pm | Guided Meditation |
6:15pm | Dinner |
7:30pm | Guided Meditation |
Day 10 – Check-Out Day
6:00am | Wake up |
6:45 – 7:30am | Mindfulness Meditation |
7:30am | Breakfast |
9:00am | Final Talk & Feedback Round |
12:00pm | Picnic Lunch |
1:00 – 3:00pm | Check out |
All participants must be punctual and attend all sessions of the course.
Please Note: This schedule highlights different elements of the course structure, but be aware that the course is a cohesive package running from 1pm on Check-In Day to 1pm on Check-Out Day.
Late Arrival or Early Departure is not permitted. Please make your travel arrangements accordingly. Thank you!
Upcoming Events
- Introduction to Buddhism [waiting list] on October 8, 2024
- Guided Meditation on October 11, 2024 9:00 am
- Movie Day on October 11, 2024 2:00 pm
- Guru Puja on October 12, 2024 6:30 pm
- Shamatha on October 18, 2024
- Introduction to Buddhism on October 22, 2024
- Shamatha and Vipashyana on October 23, 2024
- The Precious Garland of the Sublime Path: The Oral Instructions of Lord Gampopa with Geshe Lhakdor on November 3, 2024 8:00 pm
- Introduction to Buddhism on November 5, 2024
- Wisdom and Compassion: The Seven-Point Mind Training on November 6, 2024
About Tushita
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 aims to provide a friendly and conducive environment for people of all nationalities and backgrounds to learn about and put into practice the teachings of the Buddha. With this in mind we offer regular drop-in events and courses on introductory Buddhist philosophy and meditation, as well as intermediate level courses and group retreats for more experienced students.
Opening Hours
February to November
Monday - Saturday
9:30 - 11:30am
a break for lunch and then...
12:30 - 4:00pm
Closed Sundays