Teachers
Gen Kelsang Zamling,
Resident Teacher
The Resident Teacher (principal teacher) at KMC Chicago is modern Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Zamling. Gen Zamling has been a student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso for many years, and has taught in the United States and in the UK. Gen Zamling completed an intensive 6 month Special Teacher Training Program with our General Spiritual Director, Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong, to further his qualifications as a teacher.
Gen Zamling is known for his practical approach, warmth, and clarity. He is well-loved by his students, and sets an immaculate example of someone who has taken Buddha's teachings to heart.
Additional Teachers
Michael Conyers
Michael's casual energy makes his teaching style very easy to connect with.
Dory Domanowski
Dory's teaching style is infused with a sincere enthusiasm for Dharma.
Steve Florian
Steve's kind and friendly approach to teaching balances helpful precision and real-world experience.
Glynis Kinnan
Glynis's teaching style shows her life-long devotion to helping others grow and flourish.
Lotus Lindez
Lotus brings heartfelt enthusiasm to her very accessible teaching and meditations.
Paula Lozano
Paula teaches with warmth and kindness, sincerely wishing to help others become more peaceful and happy.
Elena Marre
Elena's approach while teaching highlights the practical, real-world application of these meditations and teachings.
Dave Murphy
Dave's straightforward style and warm heart make his teaching very clear and approachable.
Jack Thomas
Jack is a sincere and long-time practitioner of Kadampa Buddhism. He teaches live-stream classes from his home in northern Illinois.
Rafael Valadez
Rafael loves to see others thrive. His teaching exudes kindness and deep personal experience with Buddha's teachings.
David Wargula
David's down-to-earth nature makes his teaching style very accessible.
Richard Zarbock
A long-time practitioner of Kadampa Buddhism who recently lost his sight, Rich brings a straightforward approach to sharing Buddha's teachings.