The 2026 TDSS marks the next stage in the development of training and support in FPMT for registered teachers, aspiring teachers, facilitators and meditation leaders - whether new or experienced.
Building on nearly a decade of collaborative effort, this seminar reflects the aspirations, experience and insights of senior teachers, students, and the wider FPMT community. First conceived in 2017, the TDSS has evolved through pilot programs, ongoing feedback, and refinements in pedagogy and delivery.
The 2026 TDSS has been shaped by fresh feedback and priorities identified at the April 2025 CPMT meeting, including strengthening support for emerging teachers, integrating contemporary educational approaches and balancing lineage fidelity with accessibility.
Grounded in the heart advice of Lama Zopa Rinpoche, Founder of FPMT, the seminar draws on the collective expertise and best practices of the international FPMT community.
To meet the changing needs of participants, this TDSS combines in-person participation with optional and strongly recommended online learning. Online course materials are available exclusively to participants enrolled in the full course and remain accessible after completion for ongoing personal study and review. The course is currently offered in English only.
Some of the online videos refer to 9 synchronous and asynchronous modules which references a different version of the TDSS and doesn’t apply to the September 2026 program. We are currently trialing different delivery formats and appreciate your understanding as we continue to provide the most comprehensive learning experience.
We are delighted to welcome you. May this seminar deepen your practice, strengthen your confidence, and support your joyful commitment to benefiting others.
Online Facilitators: Venerable Lozang Yönten and Namdrol Adams
In-person Facilitators: Andy Wistreich & Annelies van der Heijden
