The Education Program of MBC consists of the three

NKT Study Programs:

The General Program, Foundation Program,

and Teacher Training Program

NKT General Program (GP): $50 per month

Unlimited regular weekly GP classes at MBC and it’s branches

NKT Foundation Program (FP): $75 per month

• Unlimited regular weekly GP classes at MBC and it’s branches

• Foundation Program classes at MBC

NKT Teacher Training Program (TTP): $90 per month

• Unlimited regular weekly GP classes at MBC and it’s branches

• Teacher Training Program classes at MBC

• TTP retreats at MBC

Additional Information:

--Special Events, Empowerments, Day Courses, Workshops and Retreats have separate fees.

--Students not enrolled monthly may attend individual GP classes at the posted price.

--Chanted Prayers (Pujas) are always free of charge.

Become a Supporting Member by enrolling in the Education Program:

If you would like to become a Supporting Member by enrolling in one of the educational programs described above, please call the Center at (805) 563-6000 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Supporting Member Benefactor Program:

If you would like to contribute monthly financial support to MBC in addition to enrolling in the Education Program, please sign up for our Benefactor Program. Through your practice of giving in this way, MBC can better serve the community, making it possible for us to pursue special projects, such as the beautification of our meditation room, shrine, and bookstore, outdoor landscaping, and the eventual development of a World Peace Café. Thank you for your support.

If you would like to become a Supporting Member Benefactor by making a monthly donation, please call the Center at (805) 563-6000 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it