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Buddhist Theravada Centre
Address: Bishopsford Road, Hout Bay, Cape Town 7806
Tradition: Theravada
Affiliation: Sassanaraka, Malaysia & World Fellowship of Buddhist
Phone: (021) 790 3478 or 797 8972
E-mail: bford@pixie.co.za
Website: http://www.theravada.org.za/
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Teachers: Several including visiting teachers
Contact: Lionel Theron or Siggy Franz
Main Contact: Lionel Theron Email (Phone: 082 056 0968 )
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The Hout Bay Theravada Centre is located at the traffic circle where Victoria Avenue meets Hout Bay Main Road, near the entrance to Imizamo Yethu and diagonally across from the police station (see map). Note that Victoria Road is the coast road, and Victoria Avenue is the road across Hout Bay, between Victoria Road and Main Road. The Centre is on Victoria Avenue just before the traffic circle, and diagonally opposite the SA Police Station.
It is on the same grounds as the Bishopsford Bonsai Nursery.
The gate to the Buddhist centre is to the right of the Bishopsford entrance.
From 17 January, the Hout Bay Buddhist Centre will host a second group which will meet regularly on Tuesday evenings. The Bodhicitta Group, started under the guidance of the Venerable Chamtrul Rinpoche, will be holding weekly Tuesday meetings starting on the 17th Jan 2012 at the Theravada Buddhist Centre. Times are 7pm -8.30pm.
The Theravada Group will continue the regular Wednesday evening dhamma and meditation sessions at 7.30 - 9.00pm weekly.
Dharmagiri
Address: Dharmagiri
PO Box 270
Underberg KwaZulu-Natal 3257
Tradition: Theravada
Affiliation:
Phone: + 27 (0) 337012938
E-mail: office@dharmagiri.org
Website: http://www.dharmagiri.org
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Spiritual Director: Kittisaro & Thanissara Email
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Dharmagiri, a Buddhist hermitage nestled in the dramatic Southern Drakensberg (uKhahlamba in Zulu) on the border between South Africa and Lesotho. It is affiliated with the Forest Sangha of Ajahn Chah and was founded by his disciples Kittisaro and Thanissara in 2000 as a hermitage. Dharmagiri is the home of a contemplative community that provides support for self retreatants and practitioners, facilitates meditation retreats and enables access to Buddhist practice and teachings. Dharmagiri runs on a semi monastic ethos and requests that visitors and retreatants join in the community morning and evening practice sessions as well as help with simple daily chores. An extensive library of Dharma talks and Dharma books is available for retreat support. Dharmagiri also initiates and guides a number of Outreach programs - for further details: www.dharmagiri-outreach.org
Lam Rim centre
Address: Cor. Katjepiering and First Street, Vrededorp, Johannesburg Gauteng
Tradition: Vajrayana, Gelugpa Tibetan Buddhist
Affiliation: Lam Rim
Phone: +2772 147 2794
E-mail: contact@lamrim.co.za
Website: http://www.lamrim.co.za
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Main Contact: Jenny Email (Phone: +2772 147 2794)
Teacher: Geshe Pende
Spiritual Director: the Venerable Geshe Damcho Yonten
Notes and Events:
Meditation - Thursday evenings 19:00
Puja (chanting) Saturdays 11:30
Teachings Sundays 9:00
See www.lamrim.co.za for map and more details
Lotus Garden
Address: Kraaibosch Knysna Western Cape
Tradition: Non-Sectarian
Phone: +27 44 356 9068
E-mail: info@lotusgarden.co.za
Website: http://www.lotusgarden.co.za
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The Lotus Garden Forest Retreat is an oasis of tranquility to assist you on your inner and outer journey. We are there to help you through meditation, workshops, guidance, love and friendship.
Mahasiddha Kadampa Buddhist Centre
Address: 2 Hollings Road
Malvern Durban KwaZulu-Natal 4093
Tradition: Vajrayana, Kadampa
Affiliation: New Kadampa Tradition
Phone: +27 (0)31 4640984
Fax: +27 (0)86 5133476
E-mail: info@meditateindurban.org
Website: http://www.meditateindurban.org
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Main Contact: Stuart Hepburn Email (Phone: +27 (0)31 4640984)
Spiritual Director: Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Email (Phone: +44 (0)1229 588533)
Teacher: Gen Kelsang Sangdak
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The Centres function is to help people solve their daily problems and find inner peace and well-being through meditation practice and Buddhist studies. Here we can listen to, contemplate, and meditate on the teachings of Buddha, showing us how to control our own mind and thus progressively transform our life for the better.
Meditation practice enables us to cultivate a special experience of lasting inner peace which causes harmony, happiness, and creates a feeling of deep well-being.
Kadampa Buddhism is a time-honored tradition that for centuries has made Buddha\\\\\\\'s teachings and meditation practices available to people throughout the world.
Mahasiddha Kadampa Buddhist Centre is based in the beautiful and picturesque suburb of Malvern, close to the city centre of Durban. It is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty and tranquil surroundings.
Nichiren Shoshu Hokkeko South Africa
Address: Western Cape
Tradition: Mahayana, Nichiren Shoshu
Affiliation: Nichiren Shoshu
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Notes and Events:
Regular Nichiren Shoshu activities are starting to be held with greater frequency.
Nichiren Shu South Africa
Address: Fourways Gauteng
Tradition: Mahayana
Affiliation: Nichiren Shu
Phone: 0828557801
Fax: 0866107640
E-mail: Buddhabrat@me.com
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Nichiren Shu, means the teaching of Nichiren, who was a great sage and appeared in Japan the 13th Century. We believe Shakyamuni Buddha, (Siddharta Guatama) is the original Buddha. He taught the Lotus Sutra which is the primary teaching of the of Nichiren Shu. By chanting Namu Myoho Renge Kyo as Nichiren taught we are able to attain Buddhahood. We hold meetings twice a month. They are small and intimate. One may attend as an observer and guest. There is no pressure to participate in the ceremonies or join our group. You are most welcome.
In Nichiren Shu there is no discrimination against class, race, belief or sexual orientation. Nichiren Shu is dedicated to all beings achieving their potential and happiness. Please be well and happy.
PO BOX 787167
Sandton 2146
Rondebosch Dharma Centre
Address: 6 Lulworth Mansions, Saint Andrews Road Rondebosch, Cape Town 7700 South Africa
Tradition: Mahayana, Kwan Um School of Zen (Korean)
Phone: (27) 21-686-3698
E-mail: rons@iafrica.com
Website: http://www.dharmacentre.org.za/dc/contact.htm
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Main Contact: Abbot: (Phone: 082 344 2683)
Guiding Teacher: Heila Downey, JDPSN
Founding Teacher: Zen Master Seung Sahn
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This centre offers regular practice and meditation instruction on Tuesday evenings. We do chanting, 2 rounds of sitting meditation (30 minutes each) with a short walking meditation in between followed by a teaching reading.
Practice starts at 7:00 pm and concludes at about 9:00 pm.
Every month we offer one non-residential Sunday retreat, starting at 8:30 am, concluding at 3:45 pm. Tea/coffee is provided, and it is suggested that each participant brings her/his own light lunch. There is also an opportunity to have interviews with Rodney Downey (Senior Dharma Teacher) or Heila Downey (Master Dharma Teacher), as well as a dharma talk, followed by a question/answer period and a discussion session.
Sat Chit Anand
Address: 16 Great Basses Road Plettenberg Bay Western Cape 6600
Tradition: Non-Sectarian
Phone: +27 (0)44 533 0453
E-mail: satchitanand@global.co.za
Website: http://www.satchitanand.co.za/
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SAT CHIT ANAND is a Sanskrit expression, which means truth – consciousness – bliss. Get in touch with the truth of your being. Live consciously and mindfully. Let go of all worldly cares and concerns and experience the bliss of being here and now.
Situated in Plettenberg Bay, jewel of the Garden Route, 200 metres from the sea, SCA is located in an ideal place to relax, reflect on life and get in touch with your true nature. Enjoy privacy, peace and tranquility. Indulge your soul with a healthy holiday. Make space in your life for spirit.
HEALING CENTRE has a holistic nature. It offers various treatments and therapies to restore and enhance health and healing of body and mind.
BUDDHIST CENTRE was established in 2000. It offers teachings and retreats on different aspects of Buddhist philosophy, psychology and practice.
INTERFAITH SCA has grown into an Interfaith Spiritual Retreat Centre. Yoga, meditation and teachings on self-knowledge help those of all faiths.
Shambhala Cape Town
Address: c/o Ralph Berold, 207 Victoria Court, 301 Long Street Cape Town 8001
Tradition: Vajrayana, Karma Kagyu
Affiliation: Shambhala International
Phone: 021 426
E-mail: ralphberold@gmail.com
Website: http://capetown.shambhala.info
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Main Contact: Ralph Berold Email (Phone: 021 426 6862)
Teacher: Jennifer Woodhull
Spiritual Director: Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche
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Observatory Dharma Study Group
Meditation, teachings and discussion on Thursday evenings at the Observatory Community and Recreation Centre, corner of Lower Main and Station Roads (Room 1, upstairs). Sitting meditation begins at 6:10 pm sharp. Please arrive by 5:45 if you require meditation instruction. No charge. Enquiries: Johann, 021 683 8233 or johannverster@telkomsa.net.
South Peninsula Dharma Study Group
Meditation, teachings and discussion the second and fourth Tuesday of every month, in a private home in the Muizenberg–Fish Hoek area. Sitting meditation begins at 7:10 pm sharp. Individual meditation instruction available. No charge. For venue and directions, please call Carole at 021 782 5435 or email her at peward.fh@abasamail.co.za.
Monthly nyinthun
"Nyinthun" is a Tibetan word that refers to an extended period of meditation practice. A three-hour meditation session is held at a private home in the Kenilworth area on the last Sunday of each month, from 9 am to noon. Enquiries: Johann, 021 683 8233 or johannverster@telkomsa.net. Instruction available; no charge.
Shambhala Training
Shambhala Training is a secular path of meditation that emphasises social interactions based on enlightened principles. The foundational course, The Heart of Warriorship, comprises five weekend levels. The entire cycle is offered every year in Cape Town. You can find out more about Shambhala Training at http://www.shambhala.org/shambhala-training.php. For information about the South African schedule, contact Mary Anne Botha at 023 541 1821 or mabvisul@iafrica.com.
Theravada Buddhist Centre
Address: Loresho Ridge Road, Loresho P.O. Box 69563 Nairobi Kenya
Tradition: Theravada
Phone: 254-20-4183409
Website: http://nairobibuddhisttemple.org/
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Main Contact: Ven. Vicitta Sara
Spiritual Director: Bhante Wimala
Notes and Events:
Since 1999 Bhante Wimala has been the head monk of the Theravada Buddhist Center in Nairobi, Kenya. The Center is located in a beautiful suburb of Nairobi called Loresho, just a few miles away from the city center. The center was built by the George Phylnormel Foundation in memory of Mr. George and Mrs. Norma Perera. The premises consist of a residence for monks, a Meditation hall and a traditional Stupa. The center is open everyday from 8am to 8pm. People of all faiths are welcome to use the facility as a sanctuary for peace and quiet. Ongoing programs include: Meditation sessions every Sunday at 4pm and Wednesday at 9am. There is an Introduction to Meditation class every Sunday at 3pm. There are two weekly Dhamma Study Groups on Wednesday at 2:30 and 7:30pm as well as Monthly Full Moon Services at 7:30pm. A well stocked library is also open every day
Bhante Wimala travels to Nairobi several times a year to conduct classes and give Dhamma talks. Bhante also uses this Center as his base while doing his humanitarian projects in Africa. The resident monk of the Theravada Buddhist Center is Vicitta Sara Bhikku who looks after the day to day activities and programs.
Triratna Johannesburg (Shantikula)
Address: 4 Levubu Road
Emmarentia Johannesburg Gauteng 2195
Tradition: Non-Sectarian
Affiliation: Triratna
Phone: 0827750136
E-mail: waynespace@icon.co.za
Website: http://www.shantikula.co.za/
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Main Contact: Acalaraja Email (Phone: 0827750136)
Teacher: Acalaraja
Spiritual Director: Sangharakshita
Notes and Events:
The main meditation practices are Metta Bhavana and Mindfulness of Breathing. Monday nights there is a group meditation that is normally followed by either puja, or a lecture, or discussion. Details about this can be found in the programme section of our website.
Tushita Buddhist Centre
Address: 21 Loch Road
Rondebosch Western Cape 7700
Tradition: Mahayana, Vajrayana, Kadampa
Affiliation: NKT-IKBU
Phone: +27 21 685 3428
E-mail: info@meditateincapetown.org
Website: http://www.meditateincapetown.org
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Main Contact: Kelsang Pagpa (Phone: 021 685 3428)
Spiritual Director: Gen-la Khyenrab
Teacher: Kelsang Pagpa
Notes and Events:
Tushita Buddhist Centre offers weekly meditation classes in & around Cape Town for both beginners and advanced practitioners of Buddhist meditation.
More in depth classes, the Foundation Programme, are on Saturdays from 8.00am - 12.15pm
There are also regular half day meditation courses in and around Cape Town.
Please visit the website for more info.
Vajrapani Buddhist Centre
Address: 4 Francis Road, Blairgowrie, Randburg, Johannesburg, 2194
Gauteng 2194
Tradition: Vajrayana, New Kadampa Tradition
Affiliation: New Kadampa Tradition - IKBU
Phone: 011 326 1982, 0725285962
Fax: +27 11 326 1982
E-mail: info@meditation.org.za
Website: http://www.meditation.org.za
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Main Contact: Gen Kelsang Mila Email (Phone: +27 11 326 1982)
Teacher: Gen Kelsang Mila
Notes and Events:
The Vajrapani Buddhist Centre offers weekly meditation classes in Blairgowrie, as well as classes and half-day courses on Sundays. The latter covers meditation as well as Buddhist principles. Please see www.meditation.org.za for updated information.
General Information - info@meditation.org.za
Admin Director - admin@meditation.org.za
Education Programme Co-ordinator - epc@meditation.org.za
Vipassana Meditation in Kenya
Address: P.O. Box 18583 Nairobi 00500
Tradition: Non-Sectarian, Vipassana meditation taught by S.N.Goenka and his assistant teachers in the tradition of Sayagyi U Ba Khin
Affiliation: Vipassana Research Institute
Phone: [254](0)722-702 359
E-mail: info@ke.dhamma.org
Website: http://www.ke.dhamma.org
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Spiritual Director:
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Notes and Events:
The Kenya Vipassana Association is one of numerous centers and non-center sites worldwide offering courses in Vipassana Meditation, taught by S.N.Goenka and his assistant teachers in the tradition of Sayagyi U Ba Khin
The courses are held at the Adolph Kolping Centre which is located about 10 km away from the center of Nairobi City and around 40 minutes car-ride from the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The center is situated opposite the Nairobi National Park and Bomas of Kenya Cultural Center, in a serene and quiet environment. It has 28 double rooms with self-contained bathrooms which can comfortably accommodate around a total of 50 students.
Approximately three 10-day courses are offered in Kenya each year, along with 3-day courses and children and teenagers 1-day course. The courses are conducted in English and Kiswahili. Approximately 120 students from around East Africa complete our courses annually.
There is now a growing community of Vipassana meditators living in Nairobi who have given invaluable dhamma service to the running of courses as well as establishing outreach activities amongst local communities. Future plans for the acquisition of land for the construction of a permanent center are underway which would make Kenya the second dhamma center after Dhamma Pataka in South Africa.
For more information about our courses in Kenya, please visit our website at http://www.ke.dhamma.org or email us at info@ke.dhamma.org.
Zen Kenya
Address: visit our website for address Nairobi 00606
Tradition: Mahayana, Soto Zen
Affiliation: http://www.abzen.eu/
E-mail: zenkenya@gmail.com
Website: http://sites.google.com/site/zenkenya/
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Notes and Events:
This is an informal group of practitioners of the Zen meditation.
Visit the website to contact us. http://sites.google.com/site/zenkenya/
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