An Urban Getaway: Two Retreats In the Heart of Los Angeles
Imagine…an opportunity to leave behind the stress and bustle of daily live and come to an oasis of peace in the heart of the city. These special one-day retreats are designed to relax, renew and revitalize your life. Learn how to find solutions to your problems, relax your mind, meet like-minded friends and create within yourself inner space in peace. Discover the power of simple meditation practices, and return home refreshed and inspired!
Saturday, February 20, 10am – 3pm Saturday, April 17, 10am – 3pm Cost $45 each (click here to register)
Refuge Retreat March 26-30 $25 or $10 a day, (Free for Members)
Everyone takes refuge in something or someone because everyoneexperiences fear and difficulties. Often the things we turn to for refuge only provides a temporary relief from our problems. During this retreat we can learn to strengthen our mind, live without fear, and improve our good qualities through relying upon Buddha and his teachings.
Basics of Buddhism Understanding the Meaning and Wisdom of Buddhism Saturday, April 10th, 10-1pm
Everyone needs inspiring friends. Families need sources of guidance to know how to live together in harmony. And everyone can benefit from learning methods to improve themselves continually—becoming kinder, wiser, and happier. Enlightened beings example of peace and wisdom are an inspiration for millions of people around the world showing others how to develop these qualities for themselves. In this workshop we will explore:
Who is Buddha
How Buddha’s teachings help me
The power of mantras and prayers
Understanding the meaning behind the exquisite statues, artwork and rituals
How Kadampa Buddhist are working for world peace
Cost $35 (please pre-register) (click here to register) 2809 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
Everyone takes refuge in something or someone because everyoneexperiences fear and difficulties. Often the things we turn to for refuge only provides a temporary relief from our problems. During this retreat we can learn to strengthen our mind, live without fear, and improve our good qualities through relying upon Buddha and his teachings..jpg)
can benefit from learning methods to improve themselves continually—becoming kinder, wiser, and happier. Enlightened beings example of peace and wisdom are an inspiration for millions of people around the world showing others how to develop these qualities for themselves. 
