~ Welcome to Atisha Centre ~

Atisha Centre is a Tibetan Buddhist meditation centre, providing opportunities for study and practice of a spiritual path, where people can develop their natural wisdom and compassion.

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Updated: Wednesday 27 March

◉ Hatha Yoga 
Please note: Hatha Yoga with Venerable Drime is temporarily on hold.
Stay tuned for next date announcements.
◉ Sunday Meditation 
...will not be taking place on 31 March, due to the Easter Retreat.
The next meditation will be on 7 April.
◉ Yin Yoga
...will not be taking place on 1 April, due to the Easter Retreat.
The next session will be on 8 April.

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Teachings - Publications

All the teachings given at Atisha Centre are available as audios and in most cases, as videos

Follow all our teachings as audios and YouTube videos, with downloadable course materials. 
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Lama's Dharma Shop

Visit our Courtyard shop for Dharma books, gifts, ritual items and interesting artefacts
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Programme Events

Event: Wednesday Night Teachings
"Engaging in the Bodhisattva's Way of Life" by Shantideva ~ Weekly teachings from Venerable Geshe Rabten

Next session: 

Wednesday 27 March ~ 6:30pm to 8:00pm

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Each Wednesday, Geshe Rabten delivers in-depth teachings on the Lam Rim - the Graduated Path to Enlightenment.
Our annual retreat with teachings, meditations and discussions.

Thursday 28 March to Tuesday 2 April

Please note: This event is now closed for bookings!

Each Tuesday (not in school holidays) ~ behind St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral - Bendigo ~ Led by Cameron Young

Next session: 

 Tuesday 2 April ~ 5:45pm to 6:45pm

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Guided meditation, perfect for beginners, including those with no experience with meditation whatsoever. An excellent opportunity just to sit with your mind in a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere.

Sunday Morning Meditation ~ Each Sunday morning

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We would like to invite you to join us for cake and chai in the courtyard following Sunday meditation.

Next session: 

Sunday 7 April ~ 10:00am to 11:00am

Suitable for everyone!
Yin Yoga adds a quieter aspect to our yoga practice, introducing us to the possibility of physical, emotional and mental equilibrium. A nice way to end the day!

Monday Evening Yoga with Donna

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Next session: 

Monday 8 April ~ 5:30pm to 6:30pm

Suitable for everyone!
"Middle Lam Rim" by Lama Tsongkhapa ~ Fortnightly teachings from Venerable Geshe Rabten

Friday 12 April ~ 7:00pm to 8:30pm and Saturday 13 April ~ 9:00am to 4:00pm

Concise and complete stages on the path to enlightenment. Everyone welcome.
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A Celebration of Kyabje Lama Thubten Zopa Rinpoche on the anniversary of his passing away.

Saturday 13 April from 2:00pm to 4:00pm (approx)

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"16 Guidelines for Life" ~ LEVEL 1
A weekend retreat led by Jane Lewis, Martin Ström and Carmela Quimbo.

Friday to Sunday 19 to 21 April

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A monthly practice to recite specific prayers and mantra to help and guide those who have passed away.

Next session: 

Sunday 28 April ~ 9:00am to 9:40am

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A Shamatha retreat with Venerable Tsapel.

Thursday to Sunday 16 to 19 May

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Pujas at Atisha Centre

Below are the next puja dates.
Please confirm that these pujas will take place at the Centre before attending! 

Guru Puja

Thursday 4 April
@ 4:00pm

Tara Puja

Tuesday 16 April
@ 4:00pm

Medicine Buddha Puja

Tuesday 23 April
@ 4:00pm
Atisha Centre is located on the traditional land of the Dja Dja Wurrung people
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