Our instructors
Paul has practiced Buddhism for over 30 years, training in the Sakya and Karma-Kagyu traditions of Tibetan Buddhism under his principal teacher Lama Jampa Thaye. He has also received teachings from other eminent masters such as HH Sakya Trichen, HH Karmapa, Karma Thinley Rinpoche.
Known for his clear and practical approach, Paul makes Buddhist teachings relevant to modern life. He has led meditation and study groups in London and Los Angeles, helping others integrate mindfulness and compassion into their daily routines.
Paul works in the software and financial services sector, focusing on business strategy. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Rosalind, their two children and their dog, Duke.
Paul Haddon
Roz is a lifelong educator and dedicated practitioner of the Sakya tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, with over 40 years of experience in study and practice. As the daughter of Lama Jampa Thaye—one of the leading Western Buddhist teachers and spiritual director of the Dechen association—Roz has been immersed in Buddhist teachings from an early age. Her principal teacher remains Lama Jampa, and she has also received guidance from revered masters such as HH Sakya Trichen, HH Karmapa, and Karma Thinley Rinpoche.
Originally from London, Roz moved to New York in 2010 and settled in Los Angeles in 2017. Here, she teaches Buddhist classes, organizes volunteer activities at the temple, and nurtures her daughter’s education. A natural leader and passionate teacher, Roz is committed to making Buddhist wisdom accessible and actionable in everyday life.
When she’s not teaching or volunteering, Roz shares her insights and creativity online at www.seriesofdreams.com.
Rosalind Haddon
Miranda has been interested in Buddhism since she was a teenager. In her early twenties, she traveled through India and Kashmir and met different meditation teachers, but it wasn't until she met Lama Jampa Thaye that she formed a connection to the authentic Sakya Buddhist teachings. Through his guidance and encouragement, she has consistently practiced meditation for the last ten years.
She lives in Santa Monica and works at a family clinic as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Miranda Harwood
Adrian has been practicing Buddhism for over 25 years as a student of Lama Jampa Thaye. He has received a traditional Buddhist education and training and completed a number of retreats.
He has translated and published numerous Tibetan texts, including works by the great Buddhist masters Nagarjuna and Shantideva, and many prayers and ritual practices in use by practitioners across our community.
Adrian O’Sullivan
Ariadna(Ari) has been practicing Buddhism for over 10 years as a student of Lama Jampa Thaye. In addition to Lama Jampa Thaye, Ari has also received teachings from HH Sakya Trichen and other Sakya Buddhist masters.
Ari is bilingual in English and Spanish, is originally from Mexico City, and is currently learning classical Tibetan. Ari currently lives in Los Angeles with her family.
