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12/2025
Jetsun practice retreat
The Jetsun prayer given in the concise Tara practice is one of the greatest gifts Chagdud Rinpoche gave us. Because of his deep connection and devotion, Rinpoche received the Jetsun prayer directly from Tara, along with the instruction, ‘Ask them to do this.’ This retreat is open to everyone, but is especially aimed at those who are interested in or new to the Red Tara practice. In addition to practice sessions, this retreat includes important activities for those who…
Entering the Heart of Wisdom: Meditation for New Practitioners – A gentle introduction to the living tradition of the Buddhas
In this retreat, Lama Tsering will cover the long Red Tara practice. There will be teaching sessions in the morning and afternoon. The evening session will be dedicated to practising what was learned during the day, and participation in this session is highly recommended but not mandatory. Accommodation is available. The retreat programme also includes: Red Tara empowerment - 25 December, at 2pm - open to non-retreatants Red Tara Tsog - closing ceremony on 31 December in the morning (time…
Red Tara Empowerment
Red Tara Empowerment The ceremony is for those who wish to engage in the practice of Red Tara or for those who want to renew their vows. With Lama Tsering. This ceremony is part of the Red Tara Long Retreat - Entering the Heart of Wisdom: Meditation for New Practitioners - a gentle introduction to the living tradition of the Buddhas - but you can participate in the empowerment only. There are no prerequisites. In-person only. For questions or further…
01/2026
Refuge and Bodhichitta Vow, with Lama Tsering
Refuge and Bodhichitta vow, with Lama Tsering To start the year with the right motivation, on January 1, 2026, at 9:30 am (UTC-3), Lama Tsering will grant the vows of Refuge and Bodhichitta. In the vow of Refuge, the person formally commits to following the Buddha's teachings, taking refuge in the Three Jewels (the Buddha, the Dharma and the Sangha). In the Bodhichitta vow, the commitment is made to work for the benefit of all beings and to strive to…
Guru Rinpoche Empowerment
Guru Rinpoche empowerment Lama Tsering will grant the Guru Rinpoche empowerment to Ngöndro practitioners and open this rare opportunity to all who wish to participate. On January 1, 2026, Lama Tsering will grant the Guru Rinpoche empowerment to all those who wish to receive the empowerment for the first time or renew their vows! With the Guru Rinpoche initiation, we begin to cultivate, through the practice of Guru Yoga, the presence of the enlightened and awakened mind that permeates everything.…
Ngondro practice retreat
It is possible to participate partially in the retreat; however, for any modality, participation is only in person. There is no option for online participation. Ngondro practice retreat From January 5 to 11, there will be a retreat dedicated to personal Ngöndro practice sessions. From January 1 to 4, Lama Tsering will give teachings on Ngöndro, the preliminary practices of Vajrayana Buddhism. Click here to register and learn more about this retreat. It is said that learning Ngöndro is like learning the…
02/2026
Practice during the solar eclipse
Practice during the solar eclipse On February 17, there will be a solar eclipse, and during the event, we will do Red Tara practice in Tibetan. If you do not have empowerment, instructions, familiarity, or text to accompany the practice, you can join the sangha by doing your personal practice. In person and online. Learn more: Eclipses are favorable periods for meditation, as the subtle energies of our body harmonize. It is said that the results of our thoughts,…
Losar and Chötrul Düchen – Year of the Fire Horse
Losar and Chötrul Düchen On February 18, we will celebrate Losar, the Tibetan New Year. This is the year 2,153, represented by the Fire Horse. For 15 days starting on New Year's Day, we have the sacred period of Chötrul Düchen. During this very special period, the effects of our actions, both virtuous and non-virtuous, are multiplied millions of times over. During this powerful time of multiplicity, our practice and virtue have the potential to amplify even further, creating excellent conditions…
Ngondro Retreat, part 2: Guru Yoga, with Lama Tsering
To participate in this retreat it is necessary to have received Guru Rinpoche empowerment. “Until now, the guru seems to be someone separate from us, but one of the skillful means that accompanies us on the path is the continuous reminder that he is not separate from us. [...] My advice is that you unite your mind with the guru's mind many times. The more often you do this, the better. Needless to say, this experience will change your life.”…
03/2026
Practice during a lunar eclipse
Practice during a lunar eclipse On March 3rd there will be a lunar eclipse and during the event we will conduct Standing Tara practice. Prerequisite: to do this practice, you must have received Red Tara empowerment. If you don't have instructions, familiarity or text to follow the practice, you can join the sangha by doing your personal practice. In person and online. Eclipses are propitious periods for meditation, as the subtle energies of our body harmonize. It is said…
