• April

    • The Power to Engage: the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva

      With: Mathias Pongracz

      Finding peace in the heart and mind as a powerful way to engage in a chaotic world: this course explores teachings from the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva, which help to deal with obstacles of all kinds and develop a big heart. Beginners welcome!

       
  • May

    • Sunday Meditation for All

      A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

       
    • Preparatory Retreat followed by Teachings by Her Eminence Mindrolling Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche

      Join us for this very precious occasion as we welcome Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche, lineage holder in both the Nyingma and Kagyu traditions. This program includes a two-day retreat and two days of teaching by Khandro Rinpoche.

       
      • Teachings by Her Eminence Mindrolling Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche

        For participants wanting to join only for the two days of teachings given by Her Eminence Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche. For those who wish, Rinpoche will bestow the Refuge and Bodhisattva Vows in a ceremony.

         
      • June

        • Shambhala Training Level 2 – Open to All

          With: Tessa Racine

          Having experienced a taste of basic goodness in Level 1, we want to go forward. Meditation practice allows us to observe how we create a cocoon of habit. Taught in French (translation upon request).

           
        • Sunday Meditation for All

          A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

           
          • Two-week meditation retreat

            With: David Hope, Tessa Racine

            Join us for a two-week group meditation retreat of mindfulness-awareness practice in the serenity of our magnificent natural surroundings. All experience levels are welcome. This program satisfies Shambhala levels 1-3, and/or a half-dathun.

             
            • Two-week meditation retreat: FIRST WEEK ONLY

              With: David Hope, Tessa Racine

              Register here if you would like to join this group meditation retreat for the first week only. Open to all.

               
              • Two-week meditation retreat: SECOND WEEK ONLY

                With: David Hope, Tessa Racine

                Register here if you would like to join this group meditation retreat for the second week only. Meditation experience required.

                 
              • July

                • Family and Community Camp / Rites of Passage

                  With: Catherine Eveillard, Herbert Elsky

                  For families, single parents, and children aged from 3 to 10. Activities for children are organized in the mornings, giving adults the opportunity to meditate, read or just relax.

                   
              • August

                • Body-Mind Centering® meets Maitri Space Awareness

                  With: Barbara Märtens, Friederike Tröscher

                  Drawing on both the Maitri Space Awareness and Body-Mind Centering® approaches, we will learn to open our heart and senses with courage, mindfulness and respect. A journey of discovery into our innate wisdom: a compass for navigating challenging times.

                   
                • Karuna Training – Session 1 out of 5

                  With: Barbara Märtens, Sylvie Deraime

                  Training in contemplative psychology. This is the first in a series of five in-person retreats combining Tibetan Buddhist principles with contemplative practice, skills development, embodiment training, ongoing group interaction and community support.

                   
                • September

                  • Sunday Meditation for All

                    A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

                     
                • October

                  • Silent Mindfulness Retreat (MBSR)

                    With: Mathias Pongracz

                    Open to all. Intended for mindfulness teachers or aspiring teachers of mindfulness, fulfilling the prerequisites for attending the MBSR professional training and continuous training. Taught in French. Translation upon request.

                     
                  • Sunday Meditation for All

                    A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

                     
                    • Maitri: The Five Wisdoms in relationships with others

                      With: Tessa Racine

                      An exploration of how the Tibetan Buddhist teachings on the Five Wisdoms can be put into practice in all our interpersonal relationships. Open to all, no meditation experience necessary. Offered in French only.

                       
                    • November

                      • Sunday Meditation for All

                        A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

                         
                    • December

                      • Sunday Meditation for All

                        A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

                         
                    • February

                      • Karuna Training – Session 2 out of 5

                        With: Barbara Märtens, Sylvie Deraime

                        Training in contemplative psychology. The Karuna curriculum is made up of five in-person retreats combining Tibetan Buddhist principles with contemplative practice, skills development, embodiment training, ongoing group interaction and community support.

                         
                      • Sit – Breathe – Walk – Sing: The Four Foundations of Mindfulness and Creativity

                        With: Dorothea Gädeke, Alex Paterson

                        Plunging into the practices and teachings on The Four Foundations of Mindfulness, as taught by Chögyam Trungpa, we explore how they connect to creativity, playfulness and improvisation, including practices of movement and voice. Open to everyone!

                         
                      • July

                        • Karuna Training – Session 3 out of 5

                          With: Barbara Märtens, Sylvie Deraime

                          Training in contemplative psychology. The Karuna curriculum is made up of five in-person retreats combining Tibetan Buddhist principles with contemplative practice, skills development, embodiment training, ongoing group interaction and community support.

                           
                      • October

                        • Karuna Training – Session 4 out of 5

                          With: Barbara Märtens, Sylvie Deraime

                          Training in contemplative psychology. The Karuna curriculum is made up of five in-person retreats combining Tibetan Buddhist principles with contemplative practice, skills development, embodiment training, ongoing group interaction and community support.

                           
                      • January

                        • Karuna Training – Session 5: Graduation

                          With: Barbara Märtens, Sylvie Deraime

                          Final session in the Karuna training. The Karuna curriculum is made up of five in-person retreats combining Tibetan Buddhist principles with contemplative practice, skills development, embodiment training, ongoing group interaction and community support.