Kadampa Meditation Center South Carolina Resident Teacher
Gen Kelsang Takbay
Kelsang Tabkay has been a practitioner of Kadampa Buddhism and student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso for 18 years.
Ordained as a Buddhist monk in 2013, he has previously served as Resident Teacher of KMC South Carolina and KMC Phoenix, and guided many retreats at International Kadampa Retreat Center Grand Canyon.
He is known for giving accessible and practical teachings, dedicating himself to bringing peace into the hearts of others.
Our Other Teachers
Mark Gould
Mark has been a part of KMC South Carolina since 2002. He has taught numerous classes and workshops both at the Center and around the region. Mark is a member of the Teacher Training Program, and presents the teachings in a light-hearted and insightful way.
Kris Dennis
Kris has been a sincere practitioner of Kadampa Buddhism for many years. She is a member of KMC South Carolina’s Teacher Training Program and teaches various classes and events at the Center. Kris is known for her warmth and humor in presenting Dharma.
Holly Whalen
Holly Whalen has been a sincere practitioner of Kadampa Buddhism for many years. She studies on KMC South Carolina’s Teacher Training Program and guides the Wednesday lunchtime meditation at the Center. Holly’s meditations are clear, straightforward and simple to follow.
Frances McLeod
Frances had been practicing meditation and Kadampa Buddhism for many years. She is a student of KMC South Carolina’s Teacher Training Program. Frances is known for presenting meditation and Buddha’s teachings with warmth, clarity, and humor.
