A: No. Anyone can learn basic meditation and experience the benefits that come from having a peaceful mind.  Buddha’s teachings are presented in a way that is accessible to everyone; there is not any religious commitment required.  Buddhists respect all people and are happy to help anyone regardless of whether they subscribe to another faith, or to none.

A: No. Everyone is welcome, including beginners. The classes are fully guided so all you need to do is show up.

A: The cost is $12 for most General Program classes, $6 for lunchtime meditations. The costs for weekend classes varies depending on the event.

We also offer monthly memberships that allow unlimited access to to all General Program classes, which helps support the Center and the branches.

As a nonprofit organization, fees for classes are our only source of income.

A: No special clothing is required, come as you are.

A: No. The classes focus on meditation and teachings alone. You can choose to sit on a chair or meditation cushion.

A: No. You are more than welcome to sit on a meditation cushion on the floor, but if you would prefer to sit on a chair have no fear, we have plenty of them!

A: No, please feel free to drop in whenever you like. Attending the entire series of classes is highly beneficial, as each class builds on the next. However, each class is taught so that attending even just once will give you some experiences and wisdom that you can apply to your daily life.

A: If you wish to take notes, please bring a pen and notepad.

A: KMC Houston is a member of the New Kadampa Tradition (NKT), as such we emphasize mediation and modern Buddhism.  NKT is a Mahayana Buddhist tradition. Just as Buddhists of other Traditions faithfully adopted the practices taught to them by the great Indian masters and adapted those to their own cultures, so Geshe Kelsang, the founder of the New Kadampa Tradition, encourages people from all ethnic backgrounds to adopt the wisdom and compassion of Buddha and put it into practice in a way that suits their particular culture in modern life. 

A: The New Kadampa Tradition is a global network of Mahayana Buddhist Centers founded by meditation master, scholar and author Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Classes are offered so that people from all backgrounds can learn about the timeless wisdom and compassion taught by Buddha and put it into practice in a way that suits their particular culture and needs.