Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best starting place for beginners?

Either Buddhism in a Nutshell or Meditation 101 classes are great places to start. These informal classes are led by a senior student of the Center and consist of discussion and meditation. Sunday mornings are also excellent for new people, as Geshe-la leads teachings on how to incorporate Dharma into our everyday lives.

Is there a dress code?

Short answer is No. Longer answer is that to preserve the respectful, meditative atmosphere of Kadampa Center and minimize distraction, please consider dressing in a conservative, modest manner.  

  • Casual clothing is generally appropriate; most of our members wear trousers or jeans.
  • Please avoid short shorts and revealing tops.
  • We have both chair and cushion seating options
       - If you plan to sit on a meditation cushion, you will be more comfortable in loose clothing.
       - We also have chairs for those who prefer them.
  • It is custom to remove our shoes when entering the gompa, or main meditation/teaching hall, so you may want to consider that when choosing your shoes!

What is Lamrim?

Lamrim is a Tibetan term that means "graduated path" or "steps of the path", the path here being the path to enlightenment. Lamrim is a framework for working with all of the teachings of the Buddha, laid out in a logical and user-friendly way. Lamrim is the basis of all teachings given at Kadampa Center.

What is your schedule of teachings/classes?

Check our calendar of events - we make every effort to keep the online calendar current and up-to-date. However, living in samsara, things change, so check back often.