Teachers

Hans Burghardt

Hans Burghardt holds a BA and a MA in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and a PhD from the University of Barcelona, where he spent seven years doing research. Since 2002, he meditates and is a student of great Buddhist masters including His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche, Kirti Tsenshab Rinpoche, Lama Jampa Monlam, Khensur Jampa Tegchok amongst others. He has completed the FPMT Masters Program at Istituto Lama Tzong Khapa in Italy and has completed a one-year individual meditation retreat. He currently teaches meditation and Buddhism at Tushita Meditation Center Spain and other FPMT centers, and is co-founder and coordinator of the Initiative for an Emotional, Ethical, and Social Education, that promotes the establishment of Emory University’s SEE Learning in Spain.

Events with Hans Burghardt

Buddhist Mind Science
August 29 - September 6, 2026

August 29-September 6, 2026 Buddhist Mind Science: Activating Your Potential is an introductory course offered by the FPMT. Buddhism is often described as a “science of the mind” because it presents a detailed and systematic understanding of the mind—its nature, functions, and processes. The Buddha’s teachings also provide practical methods for directly observing the mind and for uncovering and developing our innate potential. All of this is guided by a single aim: to reduce suffering and its causes, and to cultivate genuine, enduring happiness. This course introduces key Buddhist perspectives on the mind and offers: Practical meditation techniques and experiential…