Melbourne CBD
Kadampa Meditation Centre Melbourne.
Ground Floor / 79-81 Franklin Street, Melbourne
We have been running meditation classes in Melbourne for almost 20 years. Combining heritage charm, unique architectural features and modern furnishings, our space provides a modern-day oasis - the perfect venue for enjoying inner peace.
Kadampa Meditation Centre (KMC) Melbourne offers a range of classes, workshops, and special events suitable for all levels of experience and everyone is welcome. We also offer an in-depth study program for those wishing to increase their understanding of Buddhism.
KMCM is a non-profit organisation whose aim is to create peace and harmony within our world. All proceeds go towards this aim, and specifically for building International Temples for World Peace.
Classes.
Our classes offer simple, practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace through meditation and Buddhist teachings.
Classes consist of two guided meditations and a teaching to help us solve our daily problems and find the lasting happiness we seek. No prior experience needed and you can join anytime. Everyone is welcome.
Class schedule.
Monday Meditate with Dani Brunton | Mondays 5.30 - 6.30pm
Don't let Mondays get you down! Our afterwork monday meditation class is the perfect way to transform mondays into one of your weekly highlights. This drop-in class is perfect for anyone wanting to transform working life into a forum for finding happiness.
Free Lunchtime Class at Federation Square (CBD) | Tuesdays 12.30 - 1pm
Escape the stress and busyness of modern life to discover the peace of meditation for yourself in these free 30-minute meditation sessions, suitable for beginners and regulars alike. You can also join online by clicking here.
Weekly Meditation Class - The Minimalist – 4 Guiding Principles to Declutter Your Life with Resident Teacher Gen Kelsang Rabten | Tuesdays 7 - 8.30pm
Explore the guiding principles that keep the mind free of negativity and turbulence. By living by these principles your mind will feel tidy and joyful. You’ll gain clarity, feel less overwhelmed, and get more done.. Please click here for more information and to book.
Simply Meditate with Zanda Dinsdale | Wednesdays 12.30 - 1.15pm
Take 45 minutes to cultivate inner peace so you can enjoy the rest of the day with an inspired and positive mind.
Free Lunchtime Meditation with Melinda Hulls | Thursdays 12.30 - 12.50pm
Take 20 minutes to cultivate inner peace so you can enjoy the rest of your day and week with an inspired and positive mind
Weekly Meditation Class: The Minimalist – 4 Guiding Principles to Declutter Your Lifewith Maria Mylonas | Sundays 10 - 11.30am
Explore the guiding principles that keep the mind free of negativity and turbulence. By living by these principles your mind will feel tidy and joyful. You’ll gain clarity, feel less overwhelmed, and get more done.
For further information about the above classes, please visit the weekly class page here. Walk-ins welcome for all classes.
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If you are interested in joining the in-depth study programs at KMC Melbourne, the Foundation Program, please click here for more information.
Resident Teacher.
Gen Kelsang Rabten is the Resident Teacher of both Kadampa Meditation Centre Australia and Kadampa Meditation Centre Melbourne.
Gen Kelsang Rabten is the Resident Teacher of KMC Australia (Dandenong Ranges) and KMC Melbourne (CBD). Ordained in 1994, he has studied under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 27 years. He has taught in many centres around the world including Australia, New Zealand, and South-East Asia.
Gen Rabten exemplifies the essence of the modern Kadampa’s way of life, brings a warm heart and joyful attitude to sharing Buddha’s teachings and the practice of meditation.
Gen Rabten teaches a variety of in-person and online classes throughout the week, as well as regular workshops and events.
Gen Rabten teaches Tuesdays, 7pm at KMCM.