** 2026 Classes Begin Thur 5 Feb **

When

The class is held in-person on Thursday mornings 10.30am–12pm.

Where

The class is located in the Joondalup Library (Level 1, Room 2), 102 Boas Ave, Joondalup.

Free onsite basement parking, paid on-street parking and free shopping centre parking (short walk) is available.

Price

Drop-in fee $15. Cash or EFTPOS available.

Topics and Dates

Description

Meditation is a powerful technique for experiencing deep inner peace and relaxation and for intentionally cultivating positive, beneficial states of mind that transform our experience of life. This series of classes will explore the nature and power of our mind and how a regular meditation practice can help us live a happier life.

Thursdays Feb 5 • 12 • 19 • 26 | Mar 5

Drop-in any week for $15

Or book here for the entire series for $62.50

Description

Making our mind peaceful through meditation is deeply enjoyable and life-changing. Despite this, we find it difficult to motivate ourself to meditate regularly and easy to prioritise everything but developing peace in our mind. In this series, learn the essential skills for becoming an effective meditator and get inspired to develop a joyful, consistent practice.

Thursdays Mar 12 • 19 • 26

Drop-in any week for $15

Or book here for the entire series for $37.50

Description

Making our mind peaceful through meditation is deeply enjoyable and life-changing. Despite this, we find it difficult to motivate ourself to meditate regularly and easy to prioritise everything but developing peace in our mind. In this series, learn the essential skills for becoming an effective meditator and get inspired to develop a joyful, consistent practice.

Thursdays Apr 16 • 23 • 30

Drop-in any week for $15

Or book here for the entire series for $37.50

What to Expect at a Class

Our classes are open to everyone, regardless of background or level of experience. Learn simple techniques for calming the mind, implement effective strategies for solving everyday problems and leading a happy, peaceful life, and discover the complete path of inner transformation that Buddha taught.

Each week, explore a different aspect of Buddhist wisdom and be guided in a breathing meditation as well as a contemplative meditation related to the topic. There is also an opportunity to ask questions, followed by refreshments.

No need to book – drop in any week.

The Teacher

Gen Kelsang Tara is a fully ordained Australian Buddhist nun and the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Perth.

Gen Tara has been studying and practising Kadampa Buddhism for many years, and ordained as a Buddhist nun in 2015. Gen Tara’s inspiring teachings reflect her sincere wish to help those in need and to share her experience of Buddha’s life-changing instructions with others.