Suitable for everyone, we offer weekly in-person meditation classes, as well as regular weekend workshops. Click on the options below to find your perfect class or to learn about upcoming events. Discover how to use Buddhist meditation & mindfulness training to solve daily problems, be more present, improve relationships and discover authentic happiness.
The Teacher
KELSANG DROLMA
Kelsang Drolma is the local teacher for the Tara KMC branch in Cork. She is an ordained Buddhist nun and has taught in Ireland and the UK. She completed the STTP Special Training Programme in the main centre for the Kadampa Tradition MKMC. Drolma is well loved for her warm, clear, practical teachings. She teaches with a sense of humour really connecting with students, inspiring them to practice the teachings and apply them in their daily lives.


Simply Meditate, at Lunchtime
- Fee: €5
- Date: Tuesdays 1:00 - 1:30pm
- Teacher: Kelsang Drolma
- Collective Yoga, Tobin St, Cork City
Take a peaceful break from your day, and enjoy these deeply relaxing meditations and brief advice on how to maintain that sense of inner calm, peace of mind and positive energy throughout your day. In this way we can return to our day with a calm, clear and peaceful mind, feeling genuinely refreshed and re-energised for the rest of the day ahead.

Quieten Your Mind
- Fee: €10 per class
- Date: Wednesdays 7:00-8:15pm
- Teacher: Kelsang Drolma
- Western Gateway Building, UCC, Western Road, Cork
“We are so used to being stimulated from the outside that we find it difficult to be quiet and enjoy the stillness of our own mind.” Geshe Kelsang Gyatso from the book Eight Steps to Happiness.
Join us for this 2 week course where Kelsang Drolma will guide you in simple meditations that you can do at home to quieten the mind, leaving you feeling clear, peaceful and happy. Learn to love being still in the company of your own mind.
Drop in whenever you can, as each class is self-contained.
This course is suitable for everyone from complete beginners to experienced meditators. Everyone is welcome!
Upcoming Events
Meditation Workshops & Retreats
Our in-person meditation workshops and retreats are an ideal way to experience the benefits of Buddhist meditation and mindfulness training. These weekend events allow us the chance to explore the teachings in more depth than is possible at our drop-in classes. Learn how to use Buddhist wisdom and meditation to solve daily problems, improve relationships and find lasting happiness. Events include talks, guided meditations and Q&A.

Irish Dharma Celebration –
Inner Healing, Through Developing Inner Peace
How to Stop Overthinking (Cork)
Countryside Retreat – Letting Go of The Past
Healing the Heart Meditation Retreat (Cork)
International Event – The Source of Happiness.& Goodness
Study Programs
Take your practice Deeper
Our Foundation Program is the perfect opportunity to take your practice deeper, learn more about the teachings and make authentic progress. The classes take place live in Cork city, at The Western Gateway Building, Western Road, Cork in Room G17 on Monday nights from 7 – 9pm. The Foundation Program focusses on the book: The New Eight Steps to Happiness by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Some prior experience of meditation is essential. Please get in touch for enrolment details and to access a free two week trial at meditateincork@gmail.com


In Depth Retreats
Upcoming Meditation Retreats
