After you have attended a second or third level Buddhism course, deepening your practice through studying in a small group may be right for you
These groups are very popular and sometimes there is a waiting list
There isn’t a fixed charge for taking part in study but we encourage you to financially support the Manchester Buddhist Centre — see the giving page
Foundation Course
This weekly ongoing course aims to give a thorough grounding in Dharma study and is for those who want to put Buddhist teachings into practice in their life
Contact our reception for more information
Six and eight week courses
These are led from time to time by local Order Members
Mitra Study
This is a three year study programme requiring considerable commitment. It is for mitras and you would need to have completed the foundation course first.
Mitra is a Sanskrit word meaning friend. In this context, a mitra is someone who is actively involved in activities within the Friends of the Western Buddhist Order, and who intends to continue practising the Dharma in this community.
More information — What is a mitra? by Padmavajra
Dharma Study Material
You can find Foundation and Mitra study materials, written or audio, on the Free Buddhist Audio website. Ask your study leader for help if you can’t find the text you’re looking for.









