NKT Community

New Kadampa Tradition (NKT) classes are designed to be accessible and relevant for people of all backgrounds and beliefs and are presented in a clear, modern way that fits with contemporary society. You can come along, listen, meditate, and take away whatever feels helpful to you—no commitment or prior knowledge is needed. You are encouraged to practice at your own pace and to gain your own experience of the teachings. Everyone is welcome—whether you’re just curious about meditation, looking for practical tools to reduce stress and improve your mind, or interested in learning more about Buddhism.

The NKT is organized as an international network of meditation and study centers to make Buddha’s teachings accessible to people everywhere. This enables individuals from all walks of life to find local opportunities to learn meditation, study Dharma, and connect with a supportive spiritual community. By establishing centers in many countries and providing teachings in multiple languages, the NKT helps preserve and share the pure lineage of Buddha’s teachings, making them available now and for future generations.

The NKT has a thriving ordained community of over 800 monks and nuns worldwide. Ordained Kadampa practitioners take ten lifelong vows, which encapsulate the essence of the full ordination as taught in Buddha’s Vinaya teachings. These vows originate from the Perfection of Wisdom Sutra and its Lamrim commentary, and are received through a special ritual guided by a qualified Preceptor.