School Visits
A Mahayana Buddhist Community in Norfolk
Visiting Amoghasiddhi Kadampa Buddhist Centre is a wonderful experience that children of all ages enjoy. It gives pupils an opportunity to explore an authentic meditation room with a shrine, participate in a simple guided meditation and meet ordained and lay Buddhists.
Schools visiting Amoghasiddhi Centre find it a helpful complement to their religious studies curriculum; pupils observe a modern Buddhist community and have an opportunity to understand Buddhism in the context of contemporary life.
Educational visits are interactive, informative and structured to relevant age groups. We welcome groups of up to 35, from any age. We can also arrange to send a speaker to your school.
In an hour-long visit, pupils and teachers can:
- Listen to an explanation of an authentic Buddhist shrine and meditation room
- Learn about "Who was Buddha," "How to create world peace," "What do Buddhists believe," "What is meditation," and hear about life in a Buddhist community from a Buddhist practitioner
- Experience a simple breathing meditation that students can use to calm their mind and improve their concentration
- Ask any questions they may have
We are happy to build a session around a topic of your choice within the Mahayana tradition.
For details or to book a visit, please call us at 01953 451937. Alternatively you can email the Education Programme Coordinator Trina Gunther at epcamoghasiddhi@gmail.com.
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Meeting the Buddhas: Our Closest Friends and Helpers
As part of your visit you can receive a copy of Meeting the Buddhas by Tharpa Publications, a colorfully illustrated book about each of the Buddhas of Kadampa Buddhism, and read about the qualities of Buddhas, what enlightenment is, and peace in the world. £10.95 per copy.
