Introduction To Buddhism
4 -11 OCT 2026
Taught by: Ven. Amy Miller
This course is perfect for beginners and introduces the fundamental Buddhist principles based on the Lamrim (the Graduated Path to Enlightenment). Learning how to apply these principles in daily life makes the teachings deeply meaningful and practical.
The course includes teachings, different types of meditation, and discussion group sessions. Participants will also observe half-day silence, creating a supportive environment for reflection and practice.
A special feature of the 7-day course is a 1-day silent meditation retreat at the end, offering a valuable opportunity to gain direct experience of meditation in a retreat setting.
This course forms the foundation for further study and is a requirement for the intermediate courses and some retreats. During the program, you will also receive guidance on how to establish your own daily meditation practice.
If you are interested in Buddhism, or experience challenges in life such as strong emotions, stress, or dissatisfaction, this course can provide practical tools to help you work with these difficulties and cultivate a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Along the way, you will meet like-minded people and form connections with others who share an interest in the path.
Details of the course
COURSE DATE: 4 -11 Oct 2026
COURSE TEACHERS: Ven. Amy Miller
For more information on the main teacher please visit: www.AmyMiller.com
FLAT COURSE FEE IN A DORM: US$ 140
The course fee includes all meals, accommodation in a dormitory and a free book.
Students can also choose staying in single, double and triple rooms with private or shared facilities. There is an extra charge for these type of rooms, please click here and use the red column to know the daily room charges, you will need to add these to the Flat Course Fee.
When you do your booking, please choose your room preferences in accordance with your budget based on this list. We cannot guarantee you will be accommodated in your first room choice, rooms are allocated by order of booking and are confirmed upon arrival.
Check-in time starts at 9 am on 4 October. The first session is at 5.30pm, please make sure to be here at that time.
Our reception opens at 9 am and closes at 5.30 pm, arrivals are due to be done only within these times.
The course concludes on 11 October with lunch.
Your daily schedule begins at 6.45 am and finishes at 9 pm. Participants are required to attend all session, attendance to all sessions is compulsory. Silence is kept from 9 pm till after lunch the next day.
Mobile phones and other internet connectable gadgets need to be checked in at the reception for the duration of the course. Read more on course guidelines.
During your stay at Kopan, please observe our strict dress code. and ensure your clothing is appropriate for a monastic
Approximate Daily Schedule
- 6:45 am – Morning Meditation
- 7:30 am – Breakfast
- 9:15 am – Teachings
- 11:30 am – Lunch & Break
- 2:00 pm – Discussion Groups
- 3:30 pm – Afternoon Teachings
- 5:00 pm – Tea Break
- 5:45 pm – Guided Meditation
- 6:30 pm – Dinner
- 7:30 pm – Evening Program (Talk, Q&A, or Meditation)
