Morning Meditation Retreat

Classes held on Saturday afternoons at The Calgary Buddhist Temple from 1:30-4:00pm.

5 classes are a series and the total cost including flower material and instruction is $250 for Temple members and $300 for non-members. No refunds for missed classes

Students must have their own containers, hand pruners and kenzan (frog). You can purchase these items from Rika or she can help you select suitable ones on your own if you contact her. These items are not included in the lesson cost.

Rika Saruwatari trained under Ms. Takako Yokoyama, and became a certified Shihan (teacher) in 2012.

Rika’s contact info koufuikebana@gmail.com

The first Sunday of every month, we recognize and remember those loved ones who passed away that month. 

Drum with all your heart with the Calgary Buddhist Temple Sangha who are honored to have the renown group, Midnight Taiko Kai, hold a 1 hour introductory workshop at the Temple. Come and engage with the members of Midnight and the Sangha, gain an overview of the history of Taiko, learn about the different Taiko drums used in an ensemble, and let loose.

No experience necessary – just dress comfortably and be prepared to enjoy a fun, high energy drumming session.

Cost is $20.00/person (minimum age is 12) – space is limited.

Pre-registration is required at https://bit.ly/CBT-Taiko-1

This thrilling workshop is open to the public and we gratefully acknowledge support from the Japanese Canadian Legacies Society.

We hope you will join us either in-person or online on Facebook live – Everyone is welcome!

Learn and build confidence chanting with Robert Sensei. Chanting Practice is held every 2nd and 4th Sunday after service at 11:30 am in the Hondo (Main Hall).

Studying Shoshinge