was established in the 1980's to organise retreats and classes in Auckland for teachings by the Ven. Namgyal Rinpoche, and Teachers who teach within the tradition of Ven. Namgyal Rinpoche. Come and learn meditation practices from these highly skilled Teachers who are dedicated to awakening Wisdom, Compassion and Non-Clinging Awareness.
night, at 7.30pm. Except for June 6th and July 11th (during Tarchin's Urban retreats).
Upcoming Events:
"All of our past experiences are stored in the body becoming our habitual patterns. Through gentle movement explorations we can release these patterns and open to our true strength and naturalness.
An interesting and amazing transformation can take place which often surprises. Learning to recognise the wholesome qualities of mind that come forth from exploring in this way and resting in them deepens insight into the nature of mind. We become an embodiment of the present moment. A new found confidence emerges and continues to grow as we bring this empowering way of working into our lives."
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Leander Kane
A simple and direct way of awakening to the present moment.
Leander has developed this unique and direct way of Body/Mind healing over a period of 20 years, weaving seamlessly her deepening wisdom through meditation (yearly 3 month retreats) with her considerable skills as a Feldenkrais Practitioner.
Dates: Thursdays May 17th, 24th and 31st
Time: 7:15pm to 8:45 (we must be out of the building completely by 9pm)
Venue: Kauri Room, WellPark College Grey Lynn, 6 Francis Street, Grey Lynn. (Park in the carpark at the back of the building or on the street. Go in through the door to the left of the reception on Francis Street.)
Fee: $5 for room hire plus Dana to the Teacher
Contact: Janet on info@aucklandsphere.org
For more about Leander click here |
Read more Tarchin here
Dana: In the Buddhist tradition the Teacher is not paid but is supported through the generosity of the community so they can continue to pass on the Teachings. A dana bowl will be set out at the classes. Money we place in the bowl not only expresses gratitude and support for the Teacher, but for The Teaching itself. When deciding how much to offer, think about the value of these classes to you and try to give accordingly. Realising that this is Tarchin's sole source of income, please give as generously as you are able.
Instructions for the Lions Club: The club is in a little park on the edge of the Waitemata Golf Club. Park on Allenby Ave, Devonport near the driveway into the park marked by the large purple sign for the scouts. Walk into the driveway. The Lions Club room is the furthest building from the road out of the three buildings and is a two toned green wooden building.
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Urban Retreat with Tarchin Hearn
The urban retreat format is a series of classes spread over several days. Classes will take place on Saturday and Sunday mornings and then Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. In each class we will consider themes and possibilities for cultivating easeful presence and lucid creative action in the midst of our day to day lives. The heart of buddhadharma is not so much something to be studied, but something to be lived. With this in mind, Tarchin encourages Urban Retreaters to commit to the entire 5 days so that the process can build a momentum and have some significant impact on how we live. The urban retreat format will allow us to explore our experience and our practice of the theme together during the week.
What: Urban retreat. The first Saturday and Sunday mornings are open classes anyone can attend but all following classes are only for people who have registered for the whole urban retreat.
When: June 2nd, 3rd ,4th, 5th, 6th
Time: Sat & Sun mornings 9:30am – 12 noon; then the following Mon, Tues & Wed, evenings 7pm – 9pm
Venue: Weekends in Lions Club, Allenby Road Devonport; weekday evenings in 31 Tirotai Crescent, Westmere.
Cost: $30.00 for the full retreat plus dana to the Teacher.
$15 per morning for Saturday and Sunday for those not attending the full retreat plus dana to the Teacher
Registrations mandatory for the urban retreat.
Contact: Janet on Janete1@ihug.co.nz
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Read more Tarchin here
Dana: In the Buddhist tradition the Teacher is not paid but is supported through the generosity of the community so they can continue to pass on the Teachings. A dana bowl will be set out at the classes. Money we place in the bowl not only expresses gratitude and support for the Teacher, but for The Teaching itself. When deciding how much to offer, think about the value of these classes to you and try to give accordingly. Realising that this is Tarchin's sole source of income, please give as generously as you are able.
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Urban Retreat with Tarchin Hearn
The theme will be Buddhadharma, a journey of healing and awakening, a re-enchantment of living
What: Urban retreat. The first Saturday and Sunday mornings are open classes anyone can attend but all following classes are only for people who have registered for the whole urban retreat.
When: July 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
Time: Sat & Sun mornings 9:30am – 12 noon; then the following Mon, Tues & Wed, evenings 7pm – 9pm
Venue: Weekends in Lions Club, Allenby Road Devonport; weekday evenings in 31 Tirotai Crescent, Westmere.
Cost: $30.00 for the full retreat plus dana to the Teacher.
$15 per morning for Saturday and Sunday for those not attending the full retreat plus dana to the Teacher. Plus Dana.
Contact: Janet on Janete1@ihug.co.nz
Instructions for the Lions Club: The club is in a little park on the edge of the Waitemata Golf Club. Park on Allenby Ave, Devonport near the driveway into the park marked by the large purple sign for the scouts. Walk into the driveway. The Lions Club room is the furthest building from the road out of the three buildings and is a two toned green wooden building.
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Read more Tarchin here
Dana: In the Buddhist tradition the Teacher is not paid but is supported through the generosity of the community so they can continue to pass on the Teachings. A dana bowl will be set out at the classes. Money we place in the bowl not only expresses gratitude and support for the Teacher, but for The Teaching itself. When deciding how much to offer, think about the value of these classes to you and try to give accordingly. Realising that this is Tarchin's sole source of income, please give as generously as you are able.
Registration: Email Janete1@ihug.co.nz to register. A deposit of $50 is required to secure a place.
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Residential Retreat with Tarchin Hearn
The residential retreat format is designed to allow deepening of the practice to occur within a secluded and peaceful setting . Classes will take place on the Friday night, Saturday and Sunday mornings and we will work together at other times of the weekend also.
Retreatants will be encouraged to refrain from talking with others during the weekend. However to quote Tarchin: "Retreat is a time for so much more than just refraining from talking while engaging in disciplined effort. Retreat is precious opportunity to cultivate a continuity of patience thorough listening and deep empathic experiencing. Setting aside our habitual use of verbal communication will support an ambiance in which we can become more sensitive to the wisdom and stories and singings of our bodies and minds, as they commune with the embodied minds of all the other beings that together compose this extraordinary mystery of life."
All meals will be provided and each person will have their own room.
What: Weekend residential retreat. The Saturday class is open but all following classes are only for people who have registered for the whole retreat.
When: August 10th, 11th, 12th
Time: Starts Friday 6pm and ends Sunday 4pm
Venue: Aio Wira Centre, SWANSON, WAITAKERE. Phone (09) 810 9396. www.aiowira.org.nz
Cost: $200 (waged), $150 (unwaged) for the full retreat plus dana to the Teacher (ask about our scholarship fund if cost is inhibiting)
$25 per morning for Saturday class for those not attending the full retreat
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The Auckland Sphere Group Metta Sits
Westmere, Auckland
On Wednesday evenings there are meditation sits on Metta/Loving Kindness at 7.30pm, please contact Mira on info@aucklandsphere.org for more information. Come sit in friendship.
The sits are suitable for beginners to advance, we work through a wide range of meditations on this topic. All are welcome.
Address: 31 Tirotai Crescent, Westmere. ph. 021 548 781.
Please click here for more information.
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Read more Tarchin here
Dana: In the Buddhist tradition the Teacher is not paid but is supported through the generosity of the community so they can continue to pass on the Teachings. A dana bowl will be set out at the classes. Money we place in the bowl not only expresses gratitude and support for the Teacher, but for The Teaching itself. When deciding how much to offer, think about the value of these classes to you and try to give accordingly. Realising that this is Tarchin's sole source of income, please give as generously as you are able.
Registration: Email Janete1@ihug.co.nz to register. A deposit of $50 is required to secure a place.
Venue: Bella Rakha Retreat Centre, Oratia Auckland. www.bellarakha.co.nz
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Residential Retreat with Tarchin Hearn
The residential retreat format is designed to allow deepening of the practice to occur within a secluded and peaceful setting . Classes will take place on the Friday night, Saturday and Sunday mornings and we will work together at other times of the weekend also.
Retreatants will be encouraged to refrain from talking with others during the weekend. However to quote Tarchin: "Retreat is a time for so much more than just refraining from talking while engaging in disciplined effort. Retreat is precious opportunity to cultivate a continuity of patience thorough listening and deep empathic experiencing. Setting aside our habitual use of verbal communication will support an ambiance in which we can become more sensitive to the wisdom and stories and singings of our bodies and minds, as they commune with the embodied minds of all the other beings that together compose this extraordinary mystery of life."
All meals will be provided and each person will have their own room.
What: Weekend residential retreat. The Saturday class is open but all following classes are only for people who have registered for the whole retreat.
When: August 10th, 11th, 12th
Time: Starts Friday 6pm and ends Sunday 4pm
Cost:$200 (waged), $150 (unwaged) for the full retreat plus dana to the Teacher (ask about our scholarship fund if cost is inhibiting). (Breakfasts not provided – please bring your own)
$25 per morning for Saturday class for those not attending the full retreat |
Future Events 2012:
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Leander Kane residential retreat
Dec 7th to 9th |
