Teacher Training Programme (TTP)

Train as a qualified Kadampa Buddhist Teacher at Heruka Centre
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The Teacher Training Programme is for students who have experience of Foundation Programme (FP) and wish to make a deeper commitment to spiritual development TTP students have the opportunity to train as qualified Kadampa Buddhist Teachers through the in-depth study and practice of twelve subjects covering Sutra and Tantra, and by engaging in qualified retreat.

TTP is taught by John McBretney, the Resident Teacher of Heruka Centre. TTP classes are on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6.30am to 8.30am.
John McBretney
 

Study ‘Mahamudra Tantra’ on TTP

with John McBretney, Resident teacher of Heruka Centre
   
Introduction to Buddhism A precious opportunity to study Venerable Geshe-la's book ‘Mahamudra Tantra', the supreme heart jewel nectar Classes start with the new book on Tuesday 30 August 2011.

For more details please contact Roland Levy, the Education Programme Coordinator, at the Centre on 020 8455 7563 or email epc@heruka.org.

The benefits of studying on TTP

Find out more about the three study programmes, why we need to study and a transcript of a talk given by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.

The books studied on TTP

The programme comprises the following twelve subjects, based on Buddha’s Sutra and Tantra teachings and the corresponding fourteen commentaries by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso::

1. The Stages of the Path to Enlightenment, based on the commentary Joyful Path of Good Fortune

2. Training the Mind, based on the commentaries Universal Compassion and Eight Steps to Happiness

3. The Heart Sutra, based on the commentary Heart of Wisdom

4. Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life, based on the commentary Meaningful to Behold

5. Types of Mind, based on the commentary Understanding the Mind

6. Guide to the Middle Way, based on the commentary Ocean of Nectar

7. Vajrayana Mahamudra, based on the commentary Clear Light of Bliss

8. The Bodhisattva’s Moral Discipline, based on the commentary The Bodhisattva Vow

9. Offering to the Spiritual Guide, based on the commentaries Great Treasury of Merit and Mahamudra Tantra

10. Vajrayogini Tantra, based on the commentary Guide to Dakini Land

11. Grounds and Paths of Secret Mantra, based on the commentary Tantric Grounds and Paths

12. The Practice of Heruka Body Mandala, based on the commentary Essence of Vajrayana


How much does TTP cost?

The subscription fee for TTP is £45 per month for the duration of the course, including breaks. The monthly fee includes free attendance at any of our weekly GP classes and entitles you to receive a 25% discount on any day courses run by Heruka Centre.

When can I join TTP?

Students can generally join TTP at any time. Please contact the Education Programme Coordinator to discuss.

For more information, contact the Education Programme Coordinator

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the possibility of joining TTP please call Roland Levy on 020 8455 7563 or email epc@heruka.org.


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