Foundation Program
Foundation Program is an in-depth study program designed for students who have gained a basic understanding of Kadampa Buddhist practice of meditation. It suits those who are interested in pursuing a more formalized and committed group study program to advance their understanding of Buddha’s teachings. This program is a practical method to improve your good heart, wisdom, and inner peace within a group of students who are sincerely putting the spiritual teachings into practice.
Meaningful to Behold: Becoming a Friend of the World
Sundays from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
With Gen Norbu
Cost: Students sign up for the Contributor Membership at $65 per month (including during Summer months when FP is not in session).
If you are interested in joining the Foundation Program, please email us at meditationinthetriangle@gmail.com
The Benefits of the Foundation Program
FP students gain authentic experience of Dharma (Buddhist Teachings) while still maintaining our contemporary lifestyle. By studying in this program students gain great confidence in meditation – from basic techniques for overcoming our everyday problems to practices leading to unsurpassed happiness and permanent inner peace. Warm friendships develop as students inspire each other, sharing insights and experiences of the spiritual path.
The Commitments of the Foundation Program
Our Foundation Program classes are offered weekly. As a more structured program of study, the FP does require students to make some basic commitments:
To attend every class, unless there is a valid health, family, or work-related reason for missing.
To apply effort to memorize the Condensed Meaning of the book.
To take the exam at the end of each part of the book. This book is in three parts.
To attend at least one General Program class (Sunday morning, Monday night, or Wednesday lunchtime) or puja (such as Heart Jewel) at the center each week.
Is the Foundation Program Right for Me?
Generally speaking, students are encouraged to first attend General Program classes for a little while before making the decision to join Foundation Program. However, there are no prerequisites for joining other than agreeing to the commitments mentioned above. You may attend a Foundation Program trial class (at no cost) before deciding to join.
If you are interested in joining the Foundation Program, please email meditationinthetriangle@gmail.com .