FAQ

• What is Tushita’s donation policy?
• Can I smoke while I'm at Tushita?

Courses - General

• How many people take part in your courses?
• What kind of meditation is practiced at Tushita?
• Are your courses held in silence?
• Are there guidelines for appropriate behaviour while staying at Tushita?
• I see that there is a yoga session in the course. Do you also offer yoga courses?
• What is "Karma Yoga"? Why do you ask course participants to do it?
• Do you offer Vipassana courses?
• Do you offer longer courses?
• Do you offer shorter courses?
• Who are the teachers?
• Do you have a refund policy?

Courses - Concerns & Advice

• Can I join a course later, or leave earlier than scheduled?
• English is not my first language. Do you think that I will be able to understand the teachers?
• Can I exercise during the course?
• A Visa for India: Can you give me information, advice or assistance?
• I have no experience with Buddhism or meditation. Can I attend an Introduction to Buddhism course?
• I’m not a complete newcomer to Buddhism, but I haven’t taken one of your Introduction to Buddhism courses before. Can I join an Intermediate Level Course?
• I have been having emotional problems recently. Do you think that your introductory course might help me to gain some balance in my life?
• When is the deadline to register for a course?
• How should I prepare for my course?
• I have an ongoing medical condition. Is it okay for me to join the course?
• I'm not sure whether to take your course or a 10-day Goenka Vipassana Course. Do you have any advice?
• My partner/friend and I are joining the course together. Do you have any advice for us?

Accommodation & Facilities

• How does your room allocation system work?
• Can I stay at Tushita before or after my course?
• Can I stay at Tushita if I am not attending a course or retreat?
• Can you recommend a good guesthouse in McLeod Ganj and the surrounding area?
• Can I share a room with my friends or family?
• What are the office and library opening hours?
• Are phone and internet services available?
• Do you provide bedding/meditation cushions?
• Is there a laundry service at Tushita?

McLeod Ganj

• I would like to stay for a longer period in McLeod Ganj and study Buddhism and meditation. Do you have any suggestions?
• Is there anything happening at or around Tushita during the winter?
• Where can I study tibetan language / yoga / reiki / tai chi / thangka painting / massage / astrology / cooking etc. in the area?
• Are there moneychangers and ATM's in McLeod Ganj?