Wellington Buddhist Centre

About Us Wellington Buddhist Centre - Maranga mai ki te Māramatanga is a thriving, diverse and friendly community of practising Buddhists of all ages. We teach meditation and Buddhism in a way that is relevant and accessible. Though Buddhism is old, it is timeless, and we present ways of living a Buddhist life today. Our weekly meditation and Buddhism classes are open to all, tailored to different levels of experience; including regulars and newcomers, with one evening for younger people. All newcomers classes are drop-in and no previous experience is expected. The WBC aims to provide a pathway from absolute beginner to experienced Buddhist practitioner, through supportive conditions to learn, deepen and refresh your practice of ethics, meditation and wisdom. We celebrate Buddhist festival days and run workshops as well as day and weekend retreats. We are part of the Triratna Buddhist Community, a worldwide Buddhist movement in over 20 countries teaching and practicing Buddhism suitable for people, at all levels of commitment, living in the modern world. The Team Our team is made up of both ordained members of the Triratna Buddhist Order and regular volunteers. Jnanadhara President Jnanadhara is originally from Whangarei and first encountered Buddhism through books while in his mid-teens. After completing a diploma in music, he got involved with Triratna in Wellington in 1996. His desire to deepen his involvement led him to the UK. Varadhi Australasian Young Buddhist Coordinator Varadhi is originally from Turkey but has been living in Australia since 2006. She encountered Buddhism in her late 20’s, after completing her PhD in Melbourne. She asked for ordination soon after she got involved with Triratna and was ordained in 2020. Vibrant Community Our centre is the hub of a thriving, friendly community of practising Buddhists. Our aim is to help the people of Wellington lead happier, more fulfilled lives by introducing them to the teachings and practices of Buddhism in a way relevant to the modern world.