--- title: "Choe Khor Sum Ling Tibetan Buddhist Meditation & Mindfulness in Bangalore - mytribe" description: "Join Choe Khor Sum Ling for Tibetan Buddhist meditation, mindfulness programs, and spiritual community events in Bangalore. All levels welcome—find peace, learn Dharma, and connect with others." canonical: https://mytribe.in/choe-khor-sum-ling-centre last_updated: 2024-01-05 --- # Choe Khor Sum Ling We offer authentic Tibetan Buddhist teachings, philosophy courses, and guided meditations led by venerable monks. We welcome everyone, from beginners to seasoned practitioners, to join our community in person in Bangalore or online. ## Services ### [Buddhist Philosophy Courses](https://mytribe.in/choe-khor-sum-ling-centre/buddhist-philosophy-courses) Attend courses online or at the Centre in Domlur, Bengaluru Typically ₹1,350-5,500 per course (estimate) - ![Welcome to your path of discovery. This poster announces our 9-week introductory course on Buddhist Meditation and Philosophy, based on the Lamrim teachings. It is the perfect starting point for beginners and a wonderful refresher for all students, offered both at our Bengaluru centre and online.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08935ee1-f1e4-4b26-b208-003eb378e3de) - ![We believe the Dharma should illuminate everyday life. Our "Happiness Series" offers practical Buddhist teachings to help you find peace and wisdom at home, at work, and within yourself. These Sunday sessions are open to everyone, with no prior experience needed.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5f1c804d-613c-4610-af3b-89476602debb) - ![We are honored to host special day-long teachings with esteemed teachers like Geshe Tenzin Namdak. This session on "The Nature of the Mind & Courageous Compassion" is an example of the deep, immersive learning experiences we offer to both new and advanced students.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0f9a75e6-38e5-4396-97b7-1a1f4ace1cf5) - ![For those ready to delve deeper, we offer structured courses like this 8-week Lamrim program on the "Essence of Refined Gold." Led by Venerable Tenzin Namjong, this course provides a sequential guide through the stages of the path to enlightenment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1c79667c-727c-4751-90fc-bb6fa333d370) - ![We offer comprehensive courses on core Mahayana texts, such as this eight-week study of the Heart Sutra. This program provides an opportunity to earn a completion card from the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT), reflecting a deep engagement with the teachings on emptiness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4fa706f4-0aff-4e7f-85c3-b1a0fe35749a) - ![Join us in celebrating Saka Dawa, the most auspicious day in the Tibetan Buddhist calendar, marking the Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and Parinirvana. This poster details our day-long program of prayers, teachings, and a special puja, welcoming all to accumulate immense merit.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fc2fd1de-1eca-4629-9aea-724c5448341a) - ![Our center is a family. This photo captures a moment with our community and Venerable Geshe Tenzin Namdak after an inspiring teaching. We cherish these opportunities to learn and grow together in person.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3d37846b-e38f-4206-85e7-ceca124a8e3f) ### [Buddhist Pujas & Ceremonies](https://mytribe.in/choe-khor-sum-ling-centre/buddhist-pujas-ceremonies) Join online or visit the Centre in Domlur, Bengaluru Typically ₹150-500 per person (estimate) - ![A beautiful moment from the formal Geshe ceremony for one of our teachers, where members of our community, including families and children, gathered to share their respects and receive blessings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d431ebb4-330e-427b-958a-b46e4d0a2c9f) - ![A view of the vast prayer hall during a ceremony at Sera Jey Monastery, filled with the Sangha community engaged in collective practice. This image captures the scale and serene dedication of monastic life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/191e9ff1-831a-4c8b-a61f-3ad75c292b97) - ![An invitation to our Saka Dawa celebrations, one of the most sacred days in the Buddhist calendar. We commemorate the Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana with a full day of pujas, teachings, and meditation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fc2fd1de-1eca-4629-9aea-724c5448341a) - ![Our resident and visiting teachers, like Venerable Tenzin Namjong seen here, guide our community through profound Lamrim teachings and group practices, making the Dharma accessible to all.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c3841a06-5330-4bdf-94c8-0895a8dbf3dd) - ![We offer a variety of practices, including Guru Day Tsok offerings to accumulate merit and Tara pujas to invoke the compassionate blessings of Arya Tara, the great liberator.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/640ddf86-0669-4fa2-b13a-3e9ff4945546) - ![We host practical, student-led sessions like this workshop on how to set up a personal altar at home. These gatherings help integrate spiritual practice into daily life in a meaningful way.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a92d3abd-7c35-4b77-b561-406d1b46ed0e) - ![Our community is strengthened by student-led initiatives, such as this group practice of Prostrations to the Thirty-Five Buddhas. All are welcome to join and participate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/25622d16-6cb1-4667-bc4c-d7a3221d7fc0) ### [Guided Meditation & Mindfulness](https://mytribe.in/choe-khor-sum-ling-centre/guided-meditation-mindfulness) Sessions available online and at the Centre in Domlur, Bengaluru Typically ₹100-1,000 per session (estimate) - ![Join us for a mindful Tree Walk in Cubbon Park. This volunteer-led activity combines a gentle walk, where we identify trees significant to Buddha's life, with a guided meditation session. It is a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature, our community, and your own inner peace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/35d55ab8-0142-4263-bc4a-1fbb93cce52d) - ![Unwind with our Evening Meditations, held twice a week on Zoom. These short, 15 to 20 minute guided sessions are perfect for beginners and experienced practitioners alike, offering a mix of placement and analytical techniques to calm the mind and cultivate awareness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/052abdc6-bc62-4f20-b4e4-267bf6f52c19) - ![We are honored to host special teachings by esteemed guides like Geshe Tenzin Namdak. This session on "The Nature of the Mind & Courageous Compassion" is an example of the deep, transformative wisdom shared at our center, suitable for both new and advanced students.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0f9a75e6-38e5-4396-97b7-1a1f4ace1cf5) - ![Discover the path to true happiness through the practical wisdom of Buddhism in our "Happiness Series". These Sunday teachings explore how to apply timeless principles to your everyday life, helping you navigate challenges and cultivate joy. No prior knowledge is required.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5f1c804d-613c-4610-af3b-89476602debb) - ![For those ready to delve deeper, we offer structured courses like our 9-week "Introduction to Buddhist Meditation and Philosophy". Based on the Lamrim tradition, this program provides a step-by-step guide to the entire path of enlightenment, open to all levels.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08935ee1-f1e4-4b26-b208-003eb378e3de) - ![We offer themed practices focused on specific intentions, such as this guided meditation on the Medicine Buddha. This practice is a powerful method for healing, using visualization and mantra recitation to cultivate inner peace and restore balance for ourselves and others.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f3cae16f-b956-421d-824a-240b8f28d9d6) - [Video: Experience the warmth and connection of our community in action. This video captures moments from our recent Tree Walk in Cubbon Park, where participants gathered for mindful exploration, meditation, and shared connection. We believe in learning and growing together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7ba3d6c5-5500-4ff5-b15e-0d097bee8cae) - ![Participate in powerful practices like the Tara Puja, led by our venerable teachers. This devotional practice is dedicated to Tara, the embodiment of compassion and protection, helping to remove obstacles and clear the path for spiritual and worldly success.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c1d96067-2104-4f3a-a1d7-b1f713b2355a) ### [Spiritual Community Events](https://mytribe.in/choe-khor-sum-ling-centre/spiritual-community-events) Events held online and at the Centre in Domlur, Bengaluru Typically ₹250-750 per person (estimate) - ![A weekend teaching with Venerable Geshe Tenzin Namdak. This collage captures the warm and engaging atmosphere of our in-person sessions, showing Geshe-la sharing his wisdom and our community gathered to learn about the nature of the mind and courageous compassion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3d37846b-e38f-4206-85e7-ceca124a8e3f) - [Video: A short film from our community Tree Walk at Cubbon Park. This video shows our Sangha participating in walking meditation, learning about trees significant to the Buddha's life, and sharing a meal together, embodying our principle of finding mindful moments in everyday life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7ba3d6c5-5500-4ff5-b15e-0d097bee8cae) - ![An invitation to our Saka Dawa celebrations, one of the most auspicious days in the Buddhist calendar. This day commemorates the Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and Parinirvana, and we gather for special pujas and teachings to accumulate immense merit.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fc2fd1de-1eca-4629-9aea-724c5448341a) - ![A view of the Sangha at Sera Jey Monastery during a formal ceremony. This image shows hundreds of monks seated in rows for a meal, reflecting the profound tradition, discipline, and scale of monastic life that our center is connected to.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0bccabdf-dea2-479a-b4b1-5a4871306437) - ![A view of the Sangha at Sera Jey Monastery during a formal ceremony. This image shows hundreds of monks seated in rows for a meal, reflecting the profound tradition, discipline, and scale of monastic life that our center is connected to.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33300e61-5b91-462a-adfb-fce4b53bafff) - ![Our community members sharing a meal and conversation. These moments of connection are central to our identity as a Dharma family, providing a relaxed space to connect with teachers and fellow practitioners after teachings and events.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/16c36489-bc40-418e-aa1b-a6ea78fd04b6) - ![Our community members sharing a meal and conversation. These moments of connection are central to our identity as a Dharma family, providing a relaxed space to connect with teachers and fellow practitioners after teachings and events.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ccb2f17-11df-4166-bb4e-409d3c3804b9) - ![Announcing our new courses on Guru Devotion and Practical Buddhism for Everyday Life. These foundational teachings are cornerstones of our curriculum, designed to help you build a resilient and compassionate mind through the study of profound Dharma texts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3cceb2f9-77e7-4c83-b042-24772ba62d33) - ![A poster for a student-led practice of Prostrations to the Thirty-Five Buddhas. We encourage and support our senior students in leading sessions, which fosters a vibrant, participatory community where everyone can contribute to our collective practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/25622d16-6cb1-4667-bc4c-d7a3221d7fc0) ## Meet your expert ### My story Namaste, we’re CKSL, though most friends just call us that. Right in the heart of Bangalore, we started out wanting a peaceful corner to share Buddhist wisdom. Life’s noisy, so we offer a spot to breathe, learn, and just be. Our Dharma Family keeps growing – online, offline, all sorts. Doesn’t matter if you’re new or know your way around a mala, just walk in, bring your folks, or join us from home. All are welcome, always. Bhavatu Sarva Mangalam. ### My work - **What We Offer**: Courses on Buddhist philosophy, Lamrim meditation, guided sessions, Tibetan chanting, pujas, and community events. - **Open to All Levels**: Absolute beginners or old hands, we’ve got intro talks like Practical Buddhism for Everyday Life and deeper courses too. - **Teachings by Venerable Monks**: Sessions led by respected teachers from Sera Jey Monastic University, sharing ancient wisdom in simple ways. - **Join In-Person or Online**: Come to our Domlur centre or join on Zoom. WhatsApp group for updates and links. - **Community & Special Events**: Student-led sessions, clean-ups, movie nights, mindful tree walks in Bangalore, and more ways to connect. - **Auspicious Days & Pujas**: Celebrate Saka Dawa, Losar, Chökhor Düchen with pujas, offerings, and meditation for merit and joy. ## Book To book Choe Khor Sum Ling, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'd%20like%20to%20book%20Choe%20Khor%20Sum%20Ling.) You can also send your own message based on what your user needs. Put it in the link as `https://wa.me/916360004054?text=`.