Kalpa Bhadra Kadampa Buddhist Centre- Meditation Teachers

Meditation Teachers

	Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso is a fully accomplished meditation master and internationally renowned teacher of Buddhism. Geshe-la, as his students affectionately call him, was ordained as a Buddhist monk at the age of eight and then spent almost forty years in concentrated study and meditation. He has dedicated his entire life to teaching Buddhism and to providing conditions conducive for the study and practice of Buddha's teachings, with the sole aim of helping others discover a meaningful life and solve their problems. He is the founder of the New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union and has written twenty highly acclaimed books that reveal the complete path to enlightenment, trained hundreds of meditation teachers through the Teacher Training Programme, and established over 1000 meditation centres and groups in over 40 countries. A humble monk, he is made extraordinary by his selfless wish and tireless work for others to have everything they need to follow the spiritual path. Through his instructions Geshe-la shows how we can integrate Buddha's advice into our modern lives and find real, lasting peace and happiness.
	Our General Spiritual Director, Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong Gen-la Dekyong has studied and practised Kadampa Buddhism for many years under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. She is also the Resident Teacher at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre. Gen-la teaches at International Festivals and Celebrations around the world. As one of Venerable Geshe Kelsang’s close disciples, Gen-la Dekyong's teachings, humour and kindness exemplify the essence of the Buddhist way of life.
	Our Resident Teacher-Gen Kelsang Dana Gen Kelsang Dana, the Resident Teacher at Kalpa Bhadra Centre, took ordination in 1998 and has been meditating and practising Buddhism for over 14 years. She is known for her compassionate nature, her dedication to Dharma and her skilful, practical approach to Buddha's teachings.
	Kelsang Dragden Resident at the Centre, Dragden has been a practising Buddhist for over 10 years. She is known for her gentle and kind nature and sense of humour.
	Neil Bannigan A practising Buddhist for many years, Neil is a gentle and compassionate teacher.
	Kelsang Migden Resident at the Centre, Migden first met Buddhism in her 20s. She inspires others with her loving kindness and patient nature.