GEN KELSANG TUBCHEN | RESIDENT TEACHER
Gen Kelsang Tubchen is the Resident Teacher at KMC Edinburgh. She began practising Kadampa Buddhism in Scotland in 2000 and spent seven years living at Tharpaland International Retreat Centre when it was in Scotland. She helped establish the first Kadampa centre in Norway and was the National Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition in the Nordic region from 2013 – 2018 teaching through-out the area. She was the Resident Teacher at KMC Glasgow and, for the last 5 years, has been the Resident Teacher at KMC Aberdeen.
Gen Tubchen has been a dedicated, close disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for many years, receiving ordination from him in 2003. An inspiring and gifted teacher, she is loved for her clear, powerful and practical teachings and her insightful retreat experience. She has a deep wish to share the benefits of meditation with others and her teachings touch the hearts of listeners and illuminate the profound meaning of Dharma.
KELSANG VARAHI
Kadampa Buddhist nun Kelsang Varahi has been a faithful disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over twenty years. Realising the importance of practical Buddhist teachings, she made the determination to share with others the precious instructions given by Geshe-la in his Dharma books.
KELSANG LHASANG
Kelsang Lhasang is a Kadampa Buddhist nun, ordained in 2016 and has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism and meditation since 2009.
Known for her sincere good heart, Lhasang shares Buddha’s teachings with warmth and enthusiasm.
CATHERINE MARRIOTT | DUNDEE CLASS
Catherine is a well-loved teacher at our weekly Dundee class. As a long-term practitioner of meditation and Kadampa Buddhism, she shares a wealth of experience from her kind and open heart. Skilled at making the teachings practical and easy to understand, Catherine can help everyone find peace of mind and inspiration through meditation.
CHAMMY SIRISENA | PEEBLES CLASS
Chammy teaches the weekly Peebles class. She is originally from Sri Lanka and has been practising Kadampa Buddhism in the west for many years. Chammy draws from her experience as a working medical professional and mother of three to transmit Buddha’s teachings in a way that can easily be integrated into busy modern life. An experienced student studying the Foundation Programme, Chammy teaches occasional courses and events at the Centre and within the Scottish Borders. She is known for her kind heart, discerning wisdom and the clarity she brings to her teachings.
KEVIN THOMSON
Kevin teaches a number of the weekend courses and classes in the Temple space. He has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism for many years. A busy father and a sincere student on Foundation Programme, Kevin is appreciated for his insightful and practical approach in putting Buddha’s teachings into practice in daily life. His honesty, warmth and clear presentations make his teachings and meditations enjoyable and inspiring for everyone.
