Padmaloka

This retreat explores the profound heart wish of the four Brahmaviharas; meditation practices that have the power to utterly transform our emotional lives and relations to others.

We will explore Bhante's vision laid out in his book 'Religion of Art', bringing together the desires to study for the Truth while giving free rein to nature, friendship and aesthetic appreciation.

This weekend explores the transition from reactive mind to creative mind through the study of Sangharakshita's seminal work, Mind – Reactive and Creative.

An intensive study of the first chapter of Sangharakshita's A Survey of Buddhism, fundamental to deepening practical understanding of the Dharma and the basic doctrines of the Buddha.

A weekend retreat for men from the Sheffield Sangha.

A retreat for Mitra Convenors in Triratna to gather and deepen their inspiration and vision.

After much physical effort and magical activity, the Glorious monastery of Samye is built and consecrated, and the Dharma takes hold in Tibet. What is the monastery for us?

Padmasambhava, the Vajra Guru, concealed treasures throughout Tibet. When we practise wholeheartedly, these treasures will naturally arise, liberating ourselves and others.

This retreat will explore the Bodhisattva Ideal and how it can be ever more fully and deeply lived out in our Order and community.

A retreat that penetrates deeply into ageing, illness, death, separation, and the law of karma through meditation and reflection on what the Buddha taught about them.

We'll explore the qualities that enable us to become Kalyana Mitras and bring about the maturation of the heart.

This study retreat communicates what it means to participate in the life of the Triratna Buddhist Order.

Come on this retreat to explore the practice of Offering the Mandala, one of the Mula Yogas from the Tharpe Delam, or 'Smooth Path to Emancipation'.

The pinnacle of the retreat calendar, a special intensive meditation retreat offering a unique opportunity to enter into deep stillness at a potent time of year.

On this retreat, we will explore how we can allow our minds to flourish in whatever conditions we find ourselves in. A retreat for fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures.

This meditation retreat offers the opportunity to deepen your understanding and experience of Sangharakshita's system of Dharma life, including the added inspiration of Ordination ceremonies.

A retreat celebrating 50 years of Padmaloka in honour of the many individuals who have contributed to its development and what Padmaloka offers the world today.

Having spent a year in the Order, this retreat offers the opportunity to take stock, reconnect with friends and explore how we deepen our practice and Going for Refuge.

Going for Refuge to the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha is the central and definitive act of the Buddhist life. The ordination process involves a progressive deepening of Going for Refuge.

A retreat for Mitra Convenors in Triratna to gather and deepen their inspiration and vision.

When Padmasambhava meets the king of Tibet in Lhasa, there is a great confrontation between a powerful worldly king and Padmasambhava – the King of the Dharma. Which king do you serve?

As well as studying Bhante's teaching on spiritual friendship, we will explore and discuss the impact it has had on our own lives.

On this retreat, we will explore what it means to really turn about in the deepest seat of consciousness. Open to young men under 35.

An Order retreat for followers of Guru Rinpoche, Padmasambhava, dwelling in the world of the Padmasambhava sadhana.

Come on this Order weekend to dwell in the inspiration of our Sadhana practices and for the chance to hear Subhuti talking on this theme.

with Subhuti

A retreat exploring the mythic and symbolic importance of the Private Ordination ceremony in building a life dedicated to Going for Refuge.

Each of the precepts is likened to ten pillars made of precious substances, providing the essential foundation for the cultivation of higher states of consciousness and the development of transcendent…

Dedication For Padmaloka's Long Life: On this day, we will celebrate Padmaloka's 50 years of life and perform rituals to dedicate the next 50 years.