A Special 40th Anniversary Event

‘Madhyamaka’ means Middle Way in Sanskrit.  On this very special weekend course with Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong, NKT General Spiritual Director, we will receive precious teachings on the essence of Nagarjuna’s instructions on the Middle Way.

Why do we need to understand and meditate on the Middle Way?

The root of all our suffering is the ignorance of self-grasping, together with its imprints. To sever this root, it is necessary to develop the wisdom realizing ultimate truth, or emptiness, motivated by the supreme good heart of bodhichitta.

In particular, we have to realize that the two truths – conventional truth and ultimate truth – do not contradict but mutually assist each other. By understanding the two truths, and the union of the two truths, we will realize the middle way that is free from the two extremes.

Gen-la Dekyong will give a special commentary to this profound teaching across the weekend, emphasizing its practical application within our busy, modern lives.

Everybody is welcome.

  • DATE

    30 January – 1 February 2026

  • COURSE LEVEL

    Suitable for everyone

  • COURSE FEE & BOOKING

    Residential: from £170 for a standard single room, inclusive of course and meals.

    Free for standard and benefactor members (excluding lunch).  Booking in advance essential.

    The price for residential guests includes all meals. We cater for either vegetarian or vegan dietary choices. If you have other dietary requirements, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

    Please be aware that all of our meals are subject to cross contamination.

    Cancellation Conditions for residential bookings:

    If a booking is cancelled less than 4 days before arrival then a charge equal to the full booking amount will be made. If the booking is cancelled 4 or more days before arrival then a charge equal to 25% of the stay will be made. In the event of a no show or booking reduction (after arrival date) the full cost of the booking is charged.

    A vegetarian or vegan lunch is available on Saturday and/or Sunday for non-residential attendees at an additional cost of £7 (for both members and non-members.)

  • VENUE & PARKING

    Madhyamaka KMC

    Kilnwick Percy Hall

    Pocklington

    York

    YO42 1UF

    Free Parking on site

Schedule

Friday 30th January

7:30pm – 9pm Introduction with Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong

Saturday 31st January

9.30am-10.30am Guided Meditation with Gen-la Kelsang Kunsang

11:30am-1pm Teaching with Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong

4pm – 5:30pm Teaching with Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong

7.30pm – 8.40pm Wishfulfilling Jewel with tsog offering

Sunday 1st February 

9.30am-10.30am Guided Meditation with Gen-la Kelsang Kunsang

11:30am-1pm Teaching with Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong



Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong

Gen-la Dekyong is the General Spiritual Director (GSD) of the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union. She studied and practiced for many years with her Spiritual Guide Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, from whom she received many special transmissions.

As GSD, Gen-la Dekyong teaches internationally at major Kadampa festivals and events throughout the world. She is a fully qualified teacher of both Sutra and Tantra and is greatly admired and deeply loved by thousands of people worldwide. Her teachings are profound and inspiring, and yet always extremely practical.

NON-RESIDENTIAL BOOKINGS

£140.00