We are fortunate to have our teacher Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche offer these teachings and participate in the discussion when available. When Khenpo is unable to attend a senior student will facilitate and lead the discussions. Each week the class consists of two parts: Basic Concepts and Meditation. In the first half of each class we […]
Reconciling Buddhist ideas and concepts about the body, mind, and universe with Western knowledge.
Khenpo will lead a 2 day practice retreat on shamatha/vipshayana meditation. This retreat will include instructions, group practice sessions, and time for individual feedback from Khenpo. Students may either stay […]
Join us in a welcoming Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche back to Dayton after his recent travels to Hong Kong, India and Nepal. This evening Khenpo will share his journey to India and […]
10am-12pm 12pm-1:30pm (Lunch, included with registration) 1:30pm-4:30pm Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche will begin a 7 month course of teaching of his commentary on Jigten Sumgon’s Essence of Mahayana. This text presents […]
Reconciling Buddhist ideas and concepts about the body, mind, and universe with Western knowledge.
The Phowa practice is the most direct and quickest method by which one may be assured of a positive rebirth and possible enlightenment at the time of death. Join us […]
10am-12pm 12pm-1:30pm (Lunch, included with registration) 1:30pm-4:30pm Khenpo will continue the presentation of the Essence of Mahayana with teachings on refuge. He will confer the vows of refuge and explain […]
10am-12pm 12pm-1:30pm (Lunch, included with registration) 1:30pm-4:30pm Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche will continue his presentation of The Essence of Mahayana by explaining the cultivation of Bodhicitta, the mind of enlightenment. Bodhicitta […]
Reconciling Buddhist ideas and concepts about the body, mind, and universe with Western knowledge.
The Phowa practice is the most direct and quickest method by which one may be assured of a positive rebirth and possible enlightenment at the time of death. During this […]
10am-12pm 12pm-1:30pm (Lunch, included with registration) 1:30pm-4:30pm The Essence of Mahayana teachings continue with a presentation of the Vajrayana or tantric vehicle. Khenpo will explain the key points common to […]
See below for schedule details. Please join us April 6 - 8, 2018 for an inspiring weekend of learning and meditation. Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche will bestow the Guru Rinpoche […]
Reconciling Buddhist ideas and concepts about the body, mind, and universe with Western knowledge.
Simplify, Reset, and Reconnect with Yourself ... thru the practice of Sivanada yoga. The instruction of Sivanada yoga has made the yogic teachings understandable and available to all by simplifying them […]
Achi Chokyi Drolma is a very powerful dharma protector and swiftly accomplishes removing obstacles, she is the thousand Buddha’s protector and a special protector of the Drikung Kagyu Tradition.
Achi Chokyi Drolma is a very powerful dharma protector and swiftly accomplishes removing obstacles, she is the thousand Buddha’s protector and a special protector of the Drikung Kagyu Tradition.
Amitabha practice is an easy way to liberate ourselves and others. Garchen Rinpoche will do many dedications and make aspirations for those that have passed away in the previous year and more recently.
The empowerment of Wrathful Padmasambhava is a powerful practice for removing all obstacles.
Garchen Rinpoche will teach the pith instructions he received from his root guru Siddhi Chime Dorjee and Khenpo Munsel.