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Franck Le Naourèse

Franck Le Naourèse

Franck discovered the Shambhala teachings in Paris in 1991. They gradually transformed his life, bringing clarity and gentleness. As retired landscaping teacher he continues to practise meditation and to study Buddhism. Franck lives in Corrèze with his wife Elizabeth, and they both practise the Way of the Bow, Kyudo.

 

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  • Meditation

The Art of Being Human – Shambhala Training Level 1 14–15 November
 
 

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Upcoming programmes

  • Loving Life on Earth

    23 May 2026 – 29 May 2026

    With: Catherine Eveillard, Solen Amk Penchevre

    Spring Retreat: Buddhist meditation and shamanic approach - a journey of truth, light, and compassion for the Earth.

     
  • The Sacred Path: Golden Key

    6 June 2026 – 7 June 2026

    With: Herbert Elsky

    Deepen your meditation practice, and continue along the path of the Shambhala teachings on warriorship during this weekend retreat.

     
  • Discover Lucid Dreaming

    23 June 2026 – 28 June 2026

    With: Robert Eckstein

    In this immersive lucid dreaming retreat, Robert Eckstein shows us how to transform the third of our lives that we spend asleep by learning how to dream lucidly and develop a nocturnal practice.

     

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