Upcoming Events
20 May 2026
Understanding Suffering: A Pragmatic Abhidharma Approach
12-week Virtual Study with Geshe Tenzin Lhabsum Wednesday only | March 4 – May 20, 2026 Beneath the Busy-ness We live in a world of constant messages, responsibilities, and expectations. Beneath the daily grind, however, there is often a quiet pressure—a restlessness, a tightening in the chest, or a subtle feeling that things aren’t quite […] ...
20 March 2026
Joy of Living II: Retreat with Kunsang Palmo
Residential Retreat with senior Tergar Facilitator (In collaboration with Tergar Nalanda Foundation) In Joy of Living Level 2: Opening the Heart, we see how the simple desires to be happy and free from suffering are rooted in loving-kindness and compassion, and how we can nurture these qualities and extend them to others. In this 6-day […] ...
27 March 2026
Joy of Living III: Retreat with Kunsang Palmo
Residential Retreat with senior Tergar Facilitator (In collaboration with Tergar Nalanda Foundation) In Joy of Living 3 retreat: Awakening the Heart, we will explore the practice of insight meditation. By bringing our beliefs and patterns into the light of awareness, we can see how they often blind us to the richness of our true nature. […] ...
30 March 2026
Resounding of Chöying Dzöd
28 -30 March 2026 (The Precious Treasury of the Basic Space of Phenomena) Authored by the great 14th century Nyingma master, Longchen Rabjam Drimé Özer (1308–1364) Program Overview: The program consists of a three-day recitation of the text Chöying Dzöd, held in homage to the great master Longchen Rabjam Drimé Özer. Participants are invited to […] ...
12 April 2026
Tara Sadhana Puja with Tulku Ngawang Rinpoche
Sadhana Practice & Explanation April 10 – 12, 2026 The retreat will cover— Tara Sadhana Puja – Group practice invoking Tara’s blessings Practice Instructions – How to do the Tara sadhana (visualization, mantra, and meditation) Schedule— 8:30 am – 12:00 pm 1:30 pm – 5:00 pm Sessions will be in Nepali, Hindi & English. Suitable […] ...
23 April 2026
The Unstill Image: A film workshop with Radhamohini Prasad
18th – 23rd April 2026 Representing the world and how we position ourselves in it through the filmmaking process The workshop sessions will involve: —Exploring multiple perspectives and the cracks in between —Linking content, form, ethics and aesthetics —Deprogramming the gaze —Questioning dominant narrative and stereotypes —Finding ways of expression through the visual medium —Discussions […] ...
11 May 2026
The Metta Vipassana Way Retreat with Bhante Dhammagevesi & Hugh Poulton
Tranquil Wisdom Insight Meditation and Sukhita Yoga May 1 to May 11, 2026 A 10-day Samatha Vipassana retreat with guides Bhante Dhammagevesi and Hugh Poulton to help you come into balance through a unique combination of meditation and movement. Whether you are seeking new perspectives; wishing to digitally detox and look after your wellbeing; looking […] ...
10 September 2026
Awakening of Faith in Mahayana: Retreat with Bhante Dhammadipa
Study and Meditation Retreat September 1 – 10, 2026 Samatha: Understanding Practice as the Gate into Non-dual Comprehension of the Buddhist Meditation -Theory and Practice Literature for Reference: Kumarajiva’s Brief Introduction into the Practice of Dhyana by Bhante Dhammadipa Samdhinirmocana Sūtra attributed to the Buddha himself Awakening of Faith in Mahayana by Bhante Dhammadipa (Mahāyānaśraddhotpāda-śāstra) […] ...
Joy of Living II: Retreat with Kunsang Palmo
Joy of Living III: Retreat with Kunsang Palmo
Resounding of Chöying Dzöd
Tara Sadhana Puja with Tulku Ngawang Rinpoche
The Unstill Image: A film workshop with Radhamohini Prasad
The Metta Vipassana Way Retreat with Bhante Dhammagevesi & Hugh Poulton
Awakening of Faith in Mahayana: Retreat with Bhante Dhammadipa
Past Events
HŌMA – The Sacred Fire Ritual
March 12, 2026 | 10:30am to 12:00pm Homa (the sacred fire ritual) originated in ancient India and, through the transmission of Esoteric Buddhism, its lineage traveled far to the East, eventually reaching Japan. There, it was carefully preserved and developed as one of the central ritual practices of Japanese Esoteric Buddhism. In Japan, four main […] ...
08 March 2026
Introduction to Media, Journalism & Writing in the AI Age
A Two-Day Intensive Workshop facilitated by Journalist Ashwin Khan This Workshop is for young adults, introducing them to: Media literacy and representation Fundamentals of journalism Writing and storytelling basics Ethical communication in digital spaces Al in media and journalism Learning Outcomes: By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to: Understand how media […] ...
13 February 2026
Finding Balance: A Primer on the Three Trainings — A Workshop with Dr. Nivedita Chalill
February 9 – 13, 2026 In our fast-paced world, we often find our attention scattered, decisions being rushed, and inner steadiness dipping. Rather than tackling our challenges related to stress, relationships, or focus as separate concerns, the Buddhist path speaks of the Three Trainings: Ethical Conduct (Sīla), Mental Discipline (Samādhi), and Wisdom (Prajñā) as inseparable […] ...
31 January 2026
Vajrayāna: Essential Wisdom & Anytime Anywhere Meditation
January 29–31, 2026 Facilitated by Lotsawa Punya Prasad Parajuli & Arun Poudel Join us for this 3-day immersion into meditation and foundational Vajrayāna Buddhist wisdom for the modern world. Teachings will be offered by renowned Buddhist scholar Lotsawa Punya Prasad Parajuli and meditation teacher Arun Poudel, who will guide participants through essential Vajrayāna wisdom and […] ...
20 January 2026
Winter Retreat with Michelle Faye Pereira
Meditation & Self Care through Inner Listening The retreat begins at 4:30 PM on January 14 and concludes at 4:30 PM on January 20. (orientation will be held on January 14 at 4:30 PM. We kindly request all participants to be present on time) Winter is the perfect time to pause, reflect and reset. Winter […] ...
28 December 2025
Abhivyakti: A Contemplative Journey of Expression through Kathak Dance
Facilitated by Annu Gupta December 22 – 28, 2025 “In everything you do, simply work at developing love and compassion until they have become a fundamental part of you.”— Patrul Rinpoche About Kathak Dance Form: Kathak Dance is one of the most ancient forms of Indian Classical Performing Art. It is said to have originated […] ...
22 December 2025
Rekindle Your Light : A Well-Being Retreat for Educators with Sunita Lama
20 – 22 December, 2025 About This Retreat— A two-day immersive experience to help educators reconnect with their purpose, restore energy, and nurture well-being. Rooted in positive psychology, mindfulness, self-compassion, and neuroscience, this retreat provides a space to pause, reflect, and replenish your inner resources. What You’ll Experience— Mindfulness for Calm & Clarity: Simple practices […] ...
14 December 2025
Suno Saadho: An Immersive Listening and Singing Workshop Led by Vipul Rikhi
10–14 December 2025 About the Workshop: This workshop is a deep dive into the world and music of mystic poets such as Kabir, Meera, Khusro and others, exploring their core ideas through songs, stories, poetry, conversations, and reflective exercises. This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the joy of singing these beautiful songs together […] ...
05 December 2025
Vedic Chanting & Drawing Life (Seen & Unseen)— Two Parallel Workshops facilitated by Nicola Durvasula
1st – 5th December 2025 In this transformative 5-day retreat, we will explore two workshops on sound and line, running concurrently:Vedic Chanting – highly structured, with strict rules and no scope for artistic license.Drawing Life (seen & unseen) – free-flowing, allowing for creativity and invention Within these seemingly disparate workshops, parallels may be drawn , […] ...
11 November 2025
KÖNCHOK CHIDÜ SADHANA PUJA AND EMPOWERMENT
KÖNCHOK CHIDÜ SADHANA PUJA AND EMPOWERMWNT Led by Kyabje Gyalsay Rinpoche 7th November Thukje Chenpo Nyeso Rangdol Empowerment Konchok Chidu Empowerment 8th November Shethro Ngedon Nyingpo Empowerment 9th to 11th November Konchok Chidu Sadhana Feast Offering GYALSE RINPOCHE In 1962, the fourth Gyalsay Dechen Lingpa was recognized as the Dharma Prince (Gaylsay Tulku) of Pemaköd […] ...
02 November 2025
Autumn Datun: A Month-Long Meditation Retreat
October 6 – November 2, 2025 This month-long intensive meditation retreat, inspired by the form designed by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche offers the opportunity to develop a deep familiarity with the sitting practice of mindfulness awareness meditation. The four-week datun retreat provides a space of simplicity and clarity rarely accessible in our ordinary lives and a means […] ...
30 September 2025
The Inner Path to Freedom: Shamatha and Vipassana Retreat with Geshe Tenzin Lhabsum
September 25–30, 2025 In this transformative 6-day retreat, you will explore the two foundational practices of Buddhist meditation — Shamatha (calm abiding) and Vipassana (insight) — rooted in the profound clarity of the Nalanda tradition of Indian Buddhist philosophy. Shamatha helps us still the turbulence of the mind and develop deep inner stability and focus.Vipassana […] ...
HŌMA – The Sacred Fire Ritual
Introduction to Media, Journalism & Writing in the AI Age
Finding Balance: A Primer on the Three Trainings — A Workshop with Dr. Nivedita Chalill
Vajrayāna: Essential Wisdom & Anytime Anywhere Meditation
Winter Retreat with Michelle Faye Pereira
Abhivyakti: A Contemplative Journey of Expression through Kathak Dance
Rekindle Your Light : A Well-Being Retreat for Educators with Sunita Lama
Suno Saadho: An Immersive Listening and Singing Workshop Led by Vipul Rikhi
Vedic Chanting & Drawing Life (Seen & Unseen)— Two Parallel Workshops facilitated by Nicola Durvasula
KÖNCHOK CHIDÜ SADHANA PUJA AND EMPOWERMENT
Autumn Datun: A Month-Long Meditation Retreat
