Lama Teach Classes

General Interest and Beginning Level Practice -- Classes for Everyone

REGISTRATION & INFORMATION TELEPHONE NUMBERS:

KTC Minneapolis: (952) 926-5048
Bloomington / Richfield Community Ed: (952) 681-6111
Chaska Community Ed: (952) 556-6200
Eden Prairie Community Ed: (952) 975-6942
Edina Community Ed: (952) 848-3952
Minnetonka Community Ed: (952) 401-6843
St Louis Park Community Ed: (952) 928-6442
Wayzata Community Ed: (763) 745-5212
White Bear Lake Community Ed: (651) 407-7501

THE CLASSES ON THIS PAGE ARE COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASSES THAT LAMA PAMELA TEACHES. TUITION AMOUNTS LISTED ARE APPROXIMATE. SOME TUITIONS INCLUDE MATERIALS FEES. SOME MATERIALS FEES ARE PAID TO THE INSTRUCTOR IN CLASS. BRING CASH FOR THE MATERIALS FEE TO CLASS. IF IT'S ALREADY INCLUDED IN YOUR TUITION, IT WON'T BE COLLECTED. OR CALL THE AREA COMMUNITY ED PROGRAM CO-SPONSORING THE CLASS, OR KTC MPLS, FOR EXACT INFORMATION INCLUDING COURSE NUMBERS WHICH ARE NOT LISTED HERE. SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAMS BY REGISTERING THROUGH THEM FOR THE CLASSES THEY SPONSOR!

Classes:

MIND, THOUGHT, AND CONSCIOUSNESS: HOW THE MIND HEALS THE BODY AND MORE PART I
Everything we are and do is a manifestation of mind. Consciousness is primary. Consciousness cocreates reality. Do you have a good understanding of what you as a healthy adult are capable of accomplishing in terms of mind growth over your lifetime? Personal liftoff is a direct result of becoming better acquainted with mind and your capacity for inner growth. This class presents the complete map of human consciousness from an easy to understand Western scientific perspective. It is suggested that you take both PART I & PART II along with Shamata Meditation instruction for the most beneficial combination. Dress comfortably.
Tuition ~$39 Materials Fee $14

At KTC - Thur, 2 Oct, 6-9:30 PM
At KTC - Fri, 6 Feb 09, 6-9:30 PM
At KTC - Fri, 24 Apr 09, 6-9:30 PM: Registration: Edina, Eden Prairie, St Louis Park, Wayzata, Minnetonka, Bloomington-Richfield

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MIND, THOUGHT, AND CONSCIOUSNESS: HOW THE MIND HEALS THE BODY AND MORE PART II
We are living in a time of significant upward shifting in consciousness and new information about the power of thought. Knowing what is going on and being able to inwardly shift into the upper reaches of consciousness produces extraordinary life advantages, such as the ability to manifest your intentions. Focus on the upper levels of human consciousness. Pre-requisite: Mind, Thought & Consciousness I. Dress comfortably.
Tuition ~$39 Materials Fee $10.

At KTC - Thur, 9 Oct, 6-9:30 PM
At KTC - Fri, 13 Feb 09, 6-9:30 PM
At KTC - Fri, 1 May 09, 6-9:30 PM: Registration: Edina, Eden Prairie, St Louis Park, Wayzata, Minnetonka, Bloomington-Richfield

SHAMATA MEDITATION: PITH INSTRUCTIONS
This 2-hour class offers the essential instructions for Shamata Meditation (see description above), short practice session, and Q & A. Suitable for beginners. Class is held at KTC. Wear comfortable clothes. $5 supply fee paid to instructor in class.
Tuition $29

At KTC Thur, 6 Nov, 7-9 PM
At KTC Thur, 29 Jan 09, 7-9 PM
At KTC Fri, 17 Apr 09, 7-9 PM: Registration: Edina, Eden Prairie, St Louis Park, Wayzata, Bloomington-Richfield

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SHAMATA MEDITATION SMALL-GROUP INSTRUCTION
Class is limited to five participants to allow for individual attention and in-depth discussion as you learn the benefits, effects and practice techniques of Shamata Meditation. Because high-level content is included, instructor strongly recommends Mind, Thought and Consciousness Parts I and II as prerequisites. Shamata Meditation Retreat and/or Pith Instructions may be taken before or after this class. Class is held at KTC. Wear comfortable clothes. $9 supply fee included in tuition.

1 Session, $138
Sat, 23 May, 12:30-4:30 p.m.: Registration: St Louis Park Community Education

INTRODUCTION TO SHAMATA MEDITATION: A RETREAT DAY FOR BEGINNERS
This is an excellent class for beginning meditators. Nothing has a more beneficial effect on our health and happiness than formless meditation practice. Western research now proves this fact that Eastern folks have long known. Everything we are and do is influenced in a positive way from daily meditation practice. Shamata (Sanskrit word meaning calm-abiding) meditation comes from the vast array of vital and profound Tibetan practices. Come and learn this very effective practice and consider the benefit it will bring to you. This retreat also includes walking meditation instruction and practice. Wear comfortable clothing. No shorts or short skirts. Bring a bag lunch. There is no microwave. Beverages and dessert will be provided. These one-day retreats are all held at KTC Minneapolis in a traditional Tibetan Buddhist shrine room.
Tuition ~$65 Materials Fee $15

At KTC Sat, 18 Oct, 9:30 AM-3 PM
At KTC Sat, 28 Feb 09, 9:30 AM-3 PM
At KTC Sat, 16 May 09, 9:30 AM- 3 PM: Registration: Bloomington-Richfield, St Louis Park, Eden Prairie, Edina, Wayzata, Minnetonka, White Bear Lake, Chaska
At KTC Sat, 20 June 09, 9:30 AM-3PM: Registration: St Louis Park, Eden Prairie, Edina, Minnetonka, White Bear Lake

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GROUP MEDITATION PRACTICE
Shift your consciousness a couple levels higher to maximize your ability to positively impact your wellness as you age, and profoundly enhance your ability to contribute to solutions to the multiple, critical,intertwined challenges to the human race and all other life on our planet, Earth. Be part of a Formless, Nonsectarian Group Meditation session in a traditional meditation setting once a week. Lama La will be onsite during the practice sessions for answers and questions. Sign up for as many sessions as you can attend - $9/time or pay as you go. Prerequisite: Shamata Meditaiton instruction, or consent of the teacher.

At KTC, Sun, 5 Oct to 14 Dec, 10:30-11:30AM: Registration Eden Prairie #5005-01, 11 Sessions - $99
At KTC, Sun, Winter Qtr dates TBA, 10:30-11:30AM
At KTC, Sun, Spring-Summer dates TBA, 10:30-11:30AM

SHAMATA MEDITATION: PRIVATE LESSON with GROUP MEDITATION FOLLOW UP
Beginning meditation instruction at a time that suits your schedule. Includes 7 follow up group meditation sessions. Fax in the registration form including your phone number and a good time to call you to schedule your lesson.
At KTC. Wear comfortable clothes. Tuition $93

BEYOND BEGINNERS -- FOR SERIOUS STUDENTS, PERMISSION REQUIRED

TONGLEN: TIBETAN HEALING MEDITATION
Tonglen meditation is extremely well suited to the time we are living in, such a high level of suffering for all sentient beings. Tonglen (taking & sending) meditation provides a particularly powerful and uniquely positive way to make use of strong emotions. The practice requires connecting to emotions such as anger, sorrow, jealousy, fear, physical & mental pain, etc, and then transforming the energy into relief from suffering. Tonglen is the most excellent meditation practice to know when you, or someone you care for, needs the ability to transcend mind/body pain, and at the same time put the ability to do so to good use in the world. This course is suitable for meditators of all levels, but you must be able to do Shamata meditation before learning Tonglen meditation. It is especially helpful for anyone requiring ongoing medical attention and/or prescription medication, health care professionals, caretakers, people in high stress situations, and people in personal and/or professional life changing situations. Prerequisite: Shamata Meditation instruction. If you are unable to attend one of the Shamata classes, use the registration form below to schedule private Shamata Meditation instruction.

This Tonglen Meditation instruction is semi private. The teacher is Lama La. CEUs for nurses. Tuition $550. Materials Fee $45. Register using the form below.

REGISTRATION & PAYMENT

Ways to register: Register using the form below, or with a listed Community Education office. Pay by credit card or check. Call the school district Community Education Office or go to their website for instructions to register for a class offered through them, or go in person to one of their offices. Call (952) 926-5048 with registration questions, or to register over the phone.
Registration Form (Print, Fill Out & Fax) Payment by check is accepted by mail or in person. To pay in person, please call ahead (952) 926-5048.