The Program
Living in the Six Perfections Every Day ~ Geshe Thubten Sherab
March 6 - We invite you to join us for a WELCOME DINNER celebrating Geshelas arrival to CTCT 
RSVP via the Registration form below (5.30 pm-7.30 pm details of the location will then be shared )
March 7,8,9 We offer you AN IMMERSIVE 3-day RETREAT with Geshe Thubten Sherab - In-person and Online
The Six Perfections: 1. generosity, 2. ethical conduct, 3. patience, 4. diligence, 5. meditation, and 6. wisdom.
Geshela will lead us in an exploration of the foundation of the Buddhist Mahayana Path leading to the development of the good heart, great compassion, the wisdom of Bodhichitta - the immeasurable love for all sentient beings and wish for their happiness and wellbeing. Via Commentary, interactive discussions, contemplations, guided meditations, and within relaxed community gatherings together over 3 precious days, we will experience the benefits of the essence of the Six Perfections and develop the clarity required to utilize these virtues within our daily lives - a road map for a meaningful and purposeful life.
Tentative Daily Schedule - 9 am-10.30; 11-12.30 LUNCH break 2-3.30; 4-5.30 pm ( Optional morning and evening silent meditation sessions 8 am - 8.30 am; 7 pm - 8 pm )
We recommend taking advantage of these 3 precious days by planning to make this retreat a semi-residential experience - by staying in available accommodation choices nearby the Centre, we recommend Snug Tourist Park with many self-contained cabin options and only a 5-minute drive away. We have 4 shared room places ( female only ) available in our hired facility next door to the Gompa. Please email your interest in these shared spaces to
REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL to assist our preparation for you - Course materials will be shared with all Registered participants
IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE HERE - ONLINE ATTENDANCE only HERE
Please consider becoming a special sponsor of this event supporting the Dharma to flourish. Details on how you can assist us HERE - THANK YOU
All about our special guest Geshe Thubten Sherab [ who has been visiting CTCT regularly since 2012 ] read on......
Study Forum with Dr Sonam Thakchoe
2025 topic for exploration: The Long Discourses of the Buddha - an online-only presentation 10 am -12 AEDT
Suitable for all levels of interest. 1st Saturday Monthly sessions will include commentary, interactive discussions, and meditations. March 1 April 5 May 3 June 7 July 5 August 2 September 6 October 4
ZOOM LINK will be available each month HERE - Registration is not required
One of the major collections of texts in the Pali Canon, the authorized scriptures of Theravada Buddhism. This collection—among the oldest records of the historical Buddha’s original teachings, was given in India two and a half thousand years ago. These suttas reveal the gentleness, compassion, power, and penetrating wisdom of the Buddha. Included are teachings on mindfulness (Mahāsatipaṭṭhāna Sutta); on morality, concentration, and wisdom (Subha Sutta); on dependent origination (Mahānidrāna Sutta); on the roots and causes of wrong views (Brahmajāla Sutta); and a long description of the Buddha’s last days and passing away (Mahāparinibbāna Sutta); along with a wealth of practical advice and insight for all those traveling along the spiritual path.
The Sublime Continuum of the Mahayana -THE TATHAGATA ESSENCE
2024-25 In The Footsteps of the Mahasiddhas PILGRIMAGE with Geshe Tenzin Zopa 
3 day teaching in Bodhgaya access the recording of this special presentation on CTCT Youtube
Replete with rich poetic imagery and metaphor, Maitreya’s Sublime Continuum relates a profound and refined vision of the Mahayana. THE TATHAGATHA ESSENCE clarifies the meaning of our Buddha potential, particularly the emptiness of the mind that allows evolution to complete enlightenment.( A teaching To Be Continued ...)
THE RICE SEEDLING SUTRA - commentary also offered during the Pilgrimage at Sanchi Stupa will be available on CTCT YouTube soon
LHA BAB DUCHEN with Geshe Tenzin Zopa ~ November 22
Lha Bab Düchen (Tib. ལྷ་བབས་དུས་ཆེན་, Wyl. lha babs dus chen), the 'Festival of the Descent from Heaven' — one of the four major Buddhist holidays. It occurs on the 22nd day of the ninth Tibetan month. Buddha’s mother Mayadevi was reborn in Indra’s heaven. To repay her kindness and to liberate her, and also to benefit the gods, Buddha spent three months teaching in the realm of the gods. When he was about to return to this world, Indra and Brahma manifested three stairs of 80,000 yojanas each reaching this world in Sankisa. As the Buddha walked down the central one, they accompanied him to his left and right carrying umbrellas to honor him. He descended to earth in Sankisa, which is located in modern Uttar Pradesh, and which is counted among the eight holy places.
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NOVEMBER 22 ONLINE 7 pm - 8.30 pm AEDT
Find Your time here EVERYONE WELCOME
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2024 Chokhor Duchen July 10
“Turning the Wheel of Dharma,” CHOKHOR DUCHEN commemorates the anniversary of Guru Shakyamuni Buddha’s first teaching. It is said that for seven
weeks after his enlightenment, the Buddha did not teach. Afterward, Indra and Brahma offered a Dharmachakra and a conch shell and requested Guru Shakyamuni Buddha to teach. Accepting, Guru Shakyamuni Buddha turned the wheel of Dharma for the first time at Sarnath by teaching the four noble truths.
Once again this year with deep appreciation we welcome Geshe Tenzin Zopa ONLINE for this very special time to lead prayers and practices - everyone is welcome to join us
ZOOM link Here Wednesday JULY 10 - 7 pm - 8.30 pm AEST
- Geshela will offer the transmission of The Sūtra of the Wheel of Dharma with explanation
- and lead us in long-life prayers for His Holiness Dalai Lama
- and Swift Return Prayers for Kyabje Lama Thubten Zopa Rinpoche
[Text to be used: ]The Sūtra of the Wheel of Dharmacontains the Buddha’s teaching to his five former spiritual companions on the four truths that he had discovered as part of his awakening: (1) suffering, (2) the origin of suffering, (3) the cessation of suffering, and (4) the path leading to the cessation of suffering. According to all the Buddhist traditions, this is the first teaching the Buddha gave to explain his awakened insight to others.
JULY 20-24 MOTHER TARA RETREAT with Geshe Tenzin Zopa
CTCT wholeheartedly welcomes once again the return of Geshe Tenzin Zopa to CTCT in person in July 2024 during his Annual FPMT Australia National Tour. Geshela will lead a Mother Tara Retreat 
~ and during this visit the filling and consecrating of our beautiful new 1.4 mtr Green Tara statue will be a highlight for us all!
Green Tara Sadhana Commentary and guided practice plus daily Abbreviated 4 Mandala Offerings to Cittimani Tara Puja -
Download Prayers & Practices Puja HERE
TARA RETREAT recordings July 22.23.24 CTCT Youtube
New Dates TBA ~ Middle-Length Treatise on the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment
CTCT is delighted to be collaborating with, joining Longku Zentrum FPMT Bern, Switzerland for this rare opportunity to receive a presentation of The Middle-Length Treatise on The Stages of the Path to Enlightenment by Tsongkhapa 
A series of ONLINE teachings commencing in JUNE 2024 REGISTER HERE - Registration is required to receive the Zoom link
During the June weekends, as well as later in the year and subsequent years - exact future dates TBA, Geshe Tenzin Zopa will present the explanation transmission of the Middle-Length Lamrim..."We will read word for word in English together and receive explanations in the form of instruction or giving relevant examples of 'this particular page', quotations, etc from time to time, as required - we receive the blessings of the teachings via this way known as 'shey lung' - having received this blessing, when practicing the lamrim it is more beneficial for the mind for actualizing realizations on the path " - An immersive presentation over 5 weekends on Saturday & Sunday evenings - the dates for the teachings are as follows:
TO BE CONTINUED. Dates for the next series of teachings with Geshela TBC
SESSION RECORDINGS June 1-2; 8-9; 15-16, 22-23, 29-30 ........Please READ ON
Return to Stillness ~ Yin Yoga | Breath work Weekend
Share delicious vegetarian lunch and refreshments and conversation In the company of like-minded friends May 18 -19 - 9.30 am - 4.30 pm Facility fee $150
This specialized workshop has limited places available Registration is essential
2 places ONLY available for the full weekend
Please EMAIL
Once your place is confirmed further course information and payment details will be shared with you
Sunday Only attendance is now available - email us your interest in this option to
Venue: We will be using a combination of CTCT Gompa for meditation and our hired venue across the road for the main practice sessions and lunch/relaxation spaces.
This well-being workshop is suitable for everyone - no prerequisites are required
YIN YOGA - What to expect :
A Taste of Peace ~ Meditation Day May 26
An immersive opportunity with the support of a group community in the beautiful space of CTCT Gompa - Relax and Rejuvenate
RESCHEDULED Sunday, MAY 26 - 9.30 am -3.30 pm AEDT for all levels of interest
4 sessions of guided meditation practice
Mindfulness methods ~ contemplations ~ awareness of awareness guided sessions
Shared lunch ~ Please bring along vegetarian finger food Refreshments provided
Silence for the first 2 morning sessions and break time Discussion after lunch
IF YOU ARE SEEKING A LITTLE DEEPER EXPERIENCE & PRACTICE OF MEDITATION join us !
Registration is required so we can accommodate catering seating and parking
Opens March 14th - Limited places are available Register HERE
Chotrul Duchen ~ Medicine Buddha Puja ~ Feb 24
Chanting the Names of Manjushri together
Weekly recitation resumes soon Reminder to Students of Lama Zopa Rinpoche: Chanting the Names of Noble Manjushri
- The Two Truths in Indian Buddhism with Sonam Thakchoe
- 2024 Opening Program February 10 LOSAR Tibetan New Year
- Spring September break ~ RESUMING OCTOBER 14
- Guru Rinpoche TSA TSA Workshop
- Who is Guru Rinpoche - with Geshe Tenzin Zopa
- Saka Dawa Duchen Celebrations
- Geshe Tenzin Zopa ~ July 12-16 Tasmanian Program 2023
- Prayers & Practices for Rinpoches Swift Return ~ ongoing
- 2025 Lam rim Year Study Group
- Medicine Buddha Meditation Practice April 5
Affiliated with the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT).
