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Diamond Way Buddhist Centre Sydney
Address: 2 Linthorpe Street Newtown NSW 2042
Tradition: Vajrayana, Karma Kagyu
Affiliation: Buddhist Centres Diamond Way
Phone: Call Matt 0413 50 2629 or Gary 0402 83 4604
E-mail: Sydney@diamondway-center.org
Website: http://diamondway.org.au/sydney
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Spiritual Director: Lama Ole Nydahl
Main Contact: Matt Balara (Phone: 0413 50 2629)
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The Sydney Diamond Way Buddhist Centre meets Mondays and Thursdays at 8:15 p.m. for meditation at 2 Linthorpe Street Newtown (near Newtown and Erskineville stations).
Newcomers are invited to come Thursday nights at 7:30 pm, when there is a short introduction to Buddhism and Q&A session, before regular meditation.
If youre coming for the first time, dont hesitate to call Matt (0413 50 2629) or Gary (0402 83 4604) if you have any questions.
Every first Tuesday of the month at 7:30 pm there is a 1 hour introduction to Buddhism talk followed by questions and answers and a short meditation.
Ding Hui Dharma Centre
Address: 6 - 8 Blamey Street, REVESBY NSW
Tradition: Mahayana
Affiliation: Chinese Buddhist Association of NSW
Phone: 02) 9772 1251
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Main Contact: Ven.Zheng Yun
Teacher: Ven. Shi Zheng Yun
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Saturday: Evening Chanting at 7:00pm (Conducted in Mandarin) Sunday: Morning Chanting at 9:00pm (Conducted in Mandarin)
Meditation Class at 7:00pm (Conducted in English)
Drogmi Retreat Centre
Address: 1224B Comleroy Road East Kurrajong NSW 2758
Tradition: Vajrayana, Tibetan, Sakya
Affiliation: Retreat centre of Sakya Tharpa Ling
Phone: (02) 4576 0083
E-mail: info@drogmi.org
Website: http://www.drogmi.org
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Spiritual Director: Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe
Teacher: Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe
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One of the foundation practices in Tibetan Buddhism, Green Tara is mother of all the Buddhas, removes obstacles and speeds the success of all our wishes.
A blend of guided meditations and rhythmic chanting, this is a restorative and relaxing practice that increases ability to focus.
Visit http://www.drogmi.org/programme for more information about practices, retreats and teachings.
Dzogchen Community
Address: 9000 Princes Highway Central Tilba NSW 2546
Tradition: Non-Sectarian
Affiliation: Tibetan Dzogchen Tradition
Phone: (02) 44737668
E-mail: secretary@dzogchen.org.au
Website: http://www.dzogchen.org.au
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Spiritual Director: Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
FPMT Australia Ltd
Address: PO BOX 514 Lidcombe NSW 1825
Tradition: Vajrayana, Tibetan, Gelug
Affiliation: FPMT
Phone: +61 2 4782 2095
E-mail: office@fpmta.org.au
Website: http://www.fpmta.org.au
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Main Contact: Helen Patrin Email (Phone: +61 2 4782 2095)
Spiritual Director: Lama Thubten Zopa Rinpoche
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FPMT Australia Ltd is affiliated with the FPMT, an international Tibetan Buddhist organisation, which actively upholds the Buddhist principles taught by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.
The FPMT Australian national office supports all FPMT centres, projects, services and activities in Australia by organising bi-annual national meetings, coordinating Buddhist teaching tours and other national activities, as well as maintains harmonious communication between the centres and other parts of the organisation.
The FPMTA website contains the complete list of contact details of all the FPMT centres, study groups and projects in Australia, and news and information about Tibetan Buddhist retreats and Buddhist teaching tours in Australia.
Kalyanamitra Fund
Address: 3 Leon St Georges Hall NSW 2198 NSW
Tradition: Vajrayana, Tibetan, Sakya Lineage
Affiliation: Socially Engaged Buddhism/ Helping slum people India
Phone: (02) 9727 2679 (evenings)
E-mail: moondakini@hotmail.com
Website: http://www.bodhicitta-vihara.com
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Spiritual Director: His Holiness Sakya Trizin
Contact: Ven.Sister Yeshe
Teacher: Ven Sister Yeshe
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For more info see: http://www.bodhicitta-vihara.com
Karma Yiwong Samten Ling Tibetan Buddhist Centre
Address: 1064 Sandy Creek Road, Manildra NSW 2865
Postal Address 1064 Sandy Creek Rd MOLONG NSW 2866
NSW
Tradition: Vajrayana, Tibetan - Karma Kagyu
Affiliation: Rumtek Monastery Sikkim - North India
Phone: Phone (02) 6366 8376
E-mail: karmakagyu@ceinternet.net.au
Website: http://www.karmakagyu.org.au/
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Main Contact: Rosie & Gerry Aguila
Spiritual Director: Ven Dekhung Gyaltsey Tulku Rinpoche
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Karma Yiwong Samten Ling is a retreat centre in the Karma Kagyu Tradition of Tibetan Buddhism under the direction of Ven. Dekhung Gyaltsey Tulku Rinpoche
Karuna Foundation
Address: Buddhist Society of NSW) PO Box 89 North Sydney NSW 2059 NSW
Tradition: Mahayana, Tien-tai Hua-yen, Japanese
Phone: (02) 9929 8643
Fax: 9955 6183
Website: http://www.karunafoundation.org.au/default.asp
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Teacher: Malcolm Pearce
Main Contact: Nara
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The Karuna Foundation has two centres, Katoomba and Sydney. Introductory courses of eight evening sessions are held four times per year. Regular programs for members: Sunday afternoons and Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings.
Weekend retreats are held at the Katoomba centre
Koyasan Seizanji Temple
Address: 301 Eastern Valley Way, Middle Cove, NSW 2068 NSW
Tradition: Vajrayana, Koyasan Shingonshu Koyasan Shingonshu(one word) (Japanese Tantric Esoteric Buddism)
Affiliation: Koyasan Shingon Mission of Australia - Seizanji Temple
Phone: (02) 9417 6555
E-mail: info@shingon.org.au
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Founder: Kobo Daishi Kukai
Spiritual Head: Rev. Washo Saito
Main Contact: Rev. William Washo Saito Email
Spiritual Director: Rev. Washo Saito
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Shingon Mikkyo
Shingon (Mantra), Mikkyo(Esoteric) is a form of Tantric Buddhism introduced to Japan 1300 years ago Kobo Daishi Kukai, who was the only student to acquire all of the teachings of his master Hui Kuo. Since then it has remained an unbroken lineage of teacher and student relationships. Its goal is lo realize enlightenment in this lifetime and lead a productive and benevolent life. Shingon Mikkyo is also known for its healing tradition called Kaji, which is the transference of the Buddha’s grace instilling a sacred peace of mind and increasing ones life force.
Washo Saito is the only Shingon Buddhist Abbot living in Australia and has been teaching Shingon Meditation (Ajikan and Gachirinkan) for a number of years.
Ajikan Meditation
Ajikan is a meditation focusing on the Sanskrit "A" syllable and Gachirinkan a meditation that focuses on the moon. Its benefits include relief from stress and anxiety and attainment of a peaceful mind. This practice is not difficult and requires around 15 minutes a day for beginners. Rev. Washo Saito’s teacher, Rev. Keisho Nagao, before retiring was second in charge of Koyasan Shingon headquarters in Japan.
Meditation Sessions
Sessions are held each Saturday at 11:15am-12:15 pm at The Buddhist Council of NSW headquarters, Level 1, 441 Pacific Highway Crows Nest, ph: (02) 99668893
Practitioners are required to bring a cash donation of their own choosing for the Buddhist Council.
Mahasiddha Kadampa Meditation Centre
Address: 693 - 695 South Dowling Street Surry Hills NSW 2010
Tradition: Vajrayana, New Kadampa
Affiliation: Dharmapala Centre, Perth W.A., Kadampa Meditation Centre Australia, Melbourne VIC , Ganden Kadampa Buddhist Centre, Gold Coast, QLD, Losang Dragpa Kadampa Buddhist Centre, Newcastle, NSW
Phone: (02) 9699 9902
E-mail: info@meditateinsydney.org
Website: http://www.meditateinsydney.org
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Spiritual Director: Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Teacher: Gen Kelsang Dao
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We offer a full program suitable for everyone – whatever their level of interest, from
those who seek simple relaxation through meditation to those who wish to find lasting
inner peace and contentment through following the Buddhist path.
Mahayana Zengong Buddhist Academy of Australia
Address: PO Box 1169 Maroubra Junction NSW 2035 NSW
Tradition: Mahayana, Taiwanese,
Phone: (02) 9665 8296
Fax: 9664 5398
E-mail: marillan@primus.com.au
Website: http://www.zengong.org/
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Main Contact: Marilla Newman
Spiritual Director: Grandmaster Shan Fo
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Meditation, Qi Gong and Healing are conducted every Monday from 7-9 pm at Quakers Hall, 119 Devonshire Street, Surrey Hills.
Manjushri Buddhist Centre
Address: 40 Wason Street, Milton 2538 NSW NSW
Tradition: Vajrayana, Tibetan Sakya
Phone: 02 4457 3111 Mobile: 0415 931 204
Website: http://www.sakya.com.au/locations/Sister%20centre/ManjushriBuddhistCentre.html
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Spiritual Director: Lama Choedak
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Regular Program:
Weekly programme includes Tuesday evening Calm Abiding Meditation at 7pm to 8pm. Saturday morning, fortnightly, Vagrasattva Meditation at 9.30am to 10.30am
Location map : http://www.whereis.com/whereis/confirmedMap.do?nref=homeMap
Marpa Buddhist Centre - Damchoe Dogo Ling
Address: PO Box 335 15 Delore Crescent TUNCURRY NSW 2428 NSW
Tradition: Vajrayana, Tibetan, Sakya,Tsharpa Lineage, but open to all tratditions
Affiliation: Sakya Losal Choe Dzong (Canberra)
Phone: (02) 6555 7167 0409 9286 58
E-mail: pandjmorgan@ozemail.com.au
Website: http://www.sakya.com.au/locations/Sister%20centre/Damchoe_Dhogu_Ling_Taree.html
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Main Contact: Peter Morgan
Spiritual Director: Lama Choedak
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Notes and Events:
Co-ordinator Scott Probst is a practising psychologist.
Regular Meditation/Dharma Meetings:
Practice Sessions:
First Saturdy of month: Ngondro
Second Sunday: White Tara 10.00am-12.00pm
Third Sunday: Chenrezig 10.00am-12.00pm
Third Saturday: Calm Abiding 10.00am-1.00pm
These sessions are held at our gonpa in the home of Maureen Hayes at Rainbow Flat. An Introduction to Calm Abiding Meditation course is held at least once a year.Marpa Buddhist Centre is open to all Buddhist traditions We organize regular meditation and discussion evenings in the local area, and public events such as talks and weekend workshops or retreats.
Nan Tien Institute and Temple
Address: 180 Berkeley Road Berkeley NSW 2506
Tradition: Mahayana, Chinese, Fo Guang Shan monastic order, all welcome !
Affiliation: Fo Guang Shan
Phone: +61 2 42720618
Fax: +61 2 42717862
E-mail: info@nantien.edu.au
Website: http://www.nantien.edu.au
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Marketing Director: Siena Morrisey Email (Phone: 42720648)
Main Contact: Student Equiries Email (Phone: 42720600)
Teacher: Dr Tamara Ditrich
Notes and Events:
Nan Tien Institute (NTI), located on Australia’s picturesque South Coast of NSW, just south of Sydney, is the country’s first Institute of higher learning grounded in humanistic Buddhist wisdom and values.
This innovative learning environment has grown from a belief that education is an essential part of a life-long quest for knowledge, skills and wisdom. Our vision and mission is to provide a place for cultural exchange, and to broaden students’ knowledge and perspectives through subjects covering the arts, philosophy, humanities, business and science.
As part of a dynamic international learning community that spans Australia, the US and South East Asia, we offer innovative and distinctive subjects and courses designed to enrich and enhance lives. NTI offers an education with a strong foundation focused on multicultural and practical life applications.
NTI is the fourth in a series of tertiary education facilities established worldwide by Fo Guang Shan monastic order\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s Venerable Master Hsing Yun. Along with our sister universities University of the West in Los Angeles, California; Nan Hua University and Fo Guang University in Taiwan, NTI has the infrastructure to provide a strong support network for students (including future international exchange opportunities).
NTI aims to be recognised internationally for our outstanding location, unique teaching methodologies, world renowned lecturers and researchers, and high-achieving and enlightened students.
With a campus on-site at award-winning major tourist attraction Nan Tien Temple, and a future $40 million campus under construction, NTI has the facilities to support students in all academic endeavours.
Nesar Choe Dzong
Address: Port Macquarie NSW 2444
Tradition: Vajrayana, Tibetan, Sakya
Affiliation: Sakya Losal Choe Dzong (Canberra)
Phone: (02) 6585 5588
E-mail: peter@directadvisers.com.au
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Main Contact: Peter Rodgers Email (Phone: 02 6582 5082)
Spiritual Director: Lama Choedak
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We meet from 7.00 to 8.30 each week in Port Macquarie. The evenings are a mixture of meditation, discussion, listening to or watching teachings from Lama Choedak Rinpoche, Sogyal Rinpoche and HH Dalai Lama. We also have a lending library of Buddhist books and tapes.
Ordinary Mind Zen School
Address: Suite 4/188 Pacific Highway,
North Sydney North Sydney NSW 2060
Tradition: Mahayana, Zen, western
Phone: (02) 9955 0110
E-mail: geoffreydawson@bigpond.com
Website: http://www.ordinarymindsydney.com.au
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The group is led by Geoff Dawson.
The Ordinary Mind Zen School is evolving a style of Zen that is adapted to Western temperaments and ways of life but maintains the rigour and discipline of its traditional roots.Located in Sydney the group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 7 pm to 9 pm at Suite 4/188 Pacific Highway, North Sydney 2060
(Look for the Alexander Technique Institute sign on the front of building then up the stairs)
Zazenkais are held most months from 9am - 1pm. Sesshins are conducted during the year as advertised please see the website for more details.
Parami Dhamma Centre
Address: 18 Hillwa St Villawood NSW 2163
Tradition: Theravada, Burmese, all are welcome
Phone: 02-9726 4126
Website: http://parami.shutterfly.com/
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Used for Lay meetings/ Dhamma talks by visiting Lay and Sangha teachers / special events.
Sakya Kechari Institute
Address: Venue: Manly Yoga Centre, 27 Pittwater Road, Manly - NSW 2095
Tradition: Vajrayana, Tibetan Buddhism, Sakya
Phone: 0412 166 166 Michelle: 0412 960 747
E-mail: sakyakechariinstitute@yahoo.com.au
Website: http://www.ski.org.au
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Main Contact: Elvira Byrnes Email (Phone: 0412 166 166)
Spiritual Director: Loppon Tsering Samdup Email (Phone: )
Teacher: resident teacher: Lama Loppon Tsering Samdup
Notes and Events:
Founded by Loppon Tsering, Sakya Kechari Institute will provide the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha on developing the mind to bring more happiness and peace to our lives. Our vision is to provide both spiritual and social programs and practices that help us to develop the skills we need to find perfect happiness in every moment of our experience. Even though we are living in this material world, we can learn how to greatly enhance and make our lives meaningful through the teachings of the Buddha.
The teachings and meditation are suitable for everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Everyone, including non-Buddhists are welcome, as these teachings have universal application to relieve our suffering and bring about a peaceful state of mind.
About The Teacher
Loppon Tsering completed all studies of monasticism, Sutra and Tantra at Sakya College (one of the most prestigious Buddhist Universities) and has done many retreats. The title ‘Loppon’ is approximately equivalent to between a Master’s and a Doctor’s philosophy degree. Loppon also successfully completed a translation course at Dharamsala. He taught Buddhist philosophy to monks at his home monastery at Bir in India and traveled overseas with high Lamas as an interpreter on several occasions. Loppon is a highly qualified scholar and meditation master.
He possesses great compassion and wisdom. These qualities make his teachings profound and spiritual. Loppon is a very sociable character and very easy to approach. He has a good command English and teaches with a great sense of humor. He has a deep understanding of the Western mind. His teachings are clear, practical, enjoyable and profound.
Loppon’s activities have included giving teachings, running meditation classes, public talks, counseling, interviews, prayers, presiding over ceremonies, language classes and supervising retreats.
Venue: Activity Room 1, 11-13 The Boulevard - Newport Community Centre, Newport.
Santi Forest Monastery
Address: 100 Coalmines Road (PO Box 132) Bundanoon NSW 2578
Tradition: Theravada, Venerable Ajahn Chah
Affiliation: Buddhist Society of Western Australia and Australian Sangha Association
Phone: +612 4883 6331
Fax: +612 8572 8286
E-mail: santioffice@gmail.com
Website: http://www.santifm.org
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Main Contact: Bhante Tapassi
Spiritual Director: Bhante Sujato
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Australian Sangha Association
http://asaweb1.googlepages.com/home
Serves the needs of all Buddhist monks and nuns resident in Australia.
ASA aims to: Represent ordained Buddhists in Australia
· Promote harmony among Buddhist traditions
· Educate and inform for the healthy growth of Buddhism.
PO Box 132, Bundanoon, NSW 2578
Email: asasecretary@gmail.com
Telephone +612 4883 6331 Facsimile +612 8572 8286
Santi Forest Teachings (Woolwich, North Sydney)
Address: Weil Park Scout and Community Hall,
Weil Park, Woolwich Rd,
Woolwich NSW
Tradition: Theravada, Ajahn Chah lineage
Affiliation: Santi Forest Monastery
Phone: 02 4883 6331
Fax: 02 8572 8286
E-mail: santioffice@gmail.com
Website: http://sites.google.com/site/santipalaorg/
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Teacher: Bhante Sujato
Notes and Events:
Fridays, 7:30pm - 9:30pm
From January 4, 2008
For directions to the hall see : http://www.santiforestmonastery.com/
Silent Zen Retreats
Address: 41 Sunrise Blvd
Byron Bay
NSW 2482 Byron Bay NSW 2481
Tradition: Soto Zen Buddhism
Affiliation: Dochu-an Zen Temple, Open Way Zen
Phone: +61 2 6100 4268
E-mail: silentzenretreats@gmail.com
Website: http://www.silentzenretreats.com
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Teacher: Sensei Doko Hatchett
Main Contact: Kester Isshin Marshall Email (Phone: +61 2 6100 4268)
Spiritual Director: Sensei Doko Hatchett Email (Phone: +61 2 6100 4268)
Manager: Nadia Myoka Marshall Email (Phone: +61 2 6100 4268)
Notes and Events:
Weekly Meditation & Teaching
Tuesday 6.00pm-7.30pm, Palm Beach, Gold Coast QLD
Wednesday 7.00am-8.30am, Byron Bay, NSW
Silent Zen Retreats
3 and 5 day silent zen retreats are held 4-6 times each year.
2011 calendar: 18-20 March, 19-23 May, 28 Sept-2 Oct, 16-18 Dec
For more information, see: www.silentzenretreats.com.
Singmo Institute Inc
Address: 81 Simpson Street Wellington NSW 2820
Tradition: Vajrayana, Tibetan Buddhism, Gelugpa lineage
Affiliation: Blue Padma Services
Phone: 02 6845 4661
E-mail: office@singmoinstitute.org
Website: http://www.singmoinstitute.org/
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Main Contact: Ven Choden (Phone: 02 6845 4661)
Teacher: Ven. Thubten Tenzin
Spiritual Director: Geshe Thubten Dawa
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Activities include: Weekly meditations in Dubbo; Monthly classes in Dubbo and Bathurst; Workshops in Central Western NSW.
Sunnatarama Forest Monastery
Address: Lot 13 Teudts Road, Bundanoon NSW 2578 NSW
Tradition: Theravada, Thai Forest
Phone: (02) 4884 4262 (am - best to ring before 11.00 meal.)
Fax: (02) 4884 4496
E-mail: sunnata@bigpond.com
Website: http://www.sunnataram.org/
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Main Contact: Ven. Ajahn Noom
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The monastery situated on 99 acres, 9 kms from Bundanoon along the road to Goulburn, borders a national park stretching 30kms to Jervis Bay. Few monastic sites are its equal in terms of breathtaking views, a dozen friendly, accommodating monks, vegetarian food, pristine air and water, idyllic forest setting, wildlife - woodducks, peacocks, lyre birds, wombats and wallabies - tranquility and opportunity for meditation practice. Abbot, Ven. Noom, though only about 5th or 6th in line of seniority, presides with a balance between strictness and liberality, drawing on skills learned from Thai forest masters and as a successful businessman.
Visitors or welcome to apply for permission to stay. A list of the precepts and monastic traditions is available on arrival. As there is a lot of free time, the Wat is ideal for experienced meditators or those not requiring structured meditation.
Sydney Zen Centre
Address: 251 Young Street, Annandale NSW 2038 NSW
Tradition: Mahayana, Diamond Sangha, Zen
Affiliation: Gorricks Run (Sydney Zen Centre Meditation Retreat)
Phone: 02) 9660 2993
Website: http://www.szc.org.au/
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Teacher: Subhana Barzaghi, Roshi
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Zazen from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm is scheduled for Monday and Wednesday. Beginners should come on either Wednesday or Thursday evenings, arrive by 6.45pm and arrange to have a personal orientation during the evening with one of the senior students. After zazen, join the group for a cup of tea, and ask any questions that may have arisen for you during the evening. You can be sure that people before you have felt the same things, and had the same doubts.
• Zazenkai and Dharma talk (zazen from 8.30 until noon) takes place on the third Sunday of each month at Annandale. There is usually a Dharma talk at 10 am and personal interviews with a senior student when available.
• Samu Weekend: 4th weekend at Gorricks Run Centre.
Gorricks Run (Sydney Zen Centre Meditation Retreat)
A zen retreat facility, open during retreat times, set on rural land near St. Albans.
• Sesshin occurs several times a year, and offers the opportunity for intensive practice with a teacher, often including the ceremony of jukai, when students formally take the Precepts. Shorter retreats without the teacher are also held and a wide range of other activities. A calendar of coming events comes out every second month and is available free at the Zendo. Our journal, Mind, Moon, Circle, is published quarterly. Annual subscriptions are available or you can pick up a copy at the Zendo
Tai Shen Centre
Address: 13/3 St Clair Street
Belmore NSW 2192
Tradition: Mahayana, Chinese Pure Land
Affiliation: Guang Jue Temple Zaoxi China
Phone: 0420923045
E-mail: taishendo@gmail.com
Website: http://www.taishendo.com
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Main Contact: Malcolm Hunt Email (Phone: 0420923045)
Spiritual Director: Ven. Zheng Rong (Phone: 63891830)
Notes and Events:
The T\\\\\\\'ai Shen Centre offers meditation, mindfulness and chanting retreats at regular intervals when Zhi Sheng (Malcolm Hunt) is in Australia.
This is a welcoming space for seekers and those wanting to deepen their practice.
Training is also provided at regular intervals in Compassionate Listening Formation and Mindfulness Training.
Regular Mindfulness Training Retreats, Meditation and 7 day Nien-Fo Retreats held at Guang Jue Temple at Zaoxi China All enquiries welcome.