Retreats, teachings and events hosted by Chagdud Gonpa centers and practice groups.

Join us in August for a series of open meditations and lectures. Everyone interested is welcome to this free event.


Over three Sundays in September, Lama Chökyi Nyima (Richard Barron) teaches Bodhichitta Mind Training–Lojong, a complete Buddhist path structured into seven essential points. In-person and on Zoom.

The fasting ritual practice is an easy yet powerful means to clear away obstacles to physical and mental well-being. It brings the practitioner to the essence of the supreme secret of Avalokiteshvara, the compassionate expression of all buddhas.

His Eminence Chagdud Rinpoche tirelessly taught and propagated this particular Red Tara practice revealed by Apong Terton in the early 20th Century.
Vajrasattva meditation practice purifies the subtle mental and emotional habits that obscure our free, compassionate and open nature. Livestream and in-person.
Tsok will be offered using the "A Garland of Gems Granting All Wishes" sadhana. Empowerment is required for this short and beautiful practice.
Meditating on the form of Chenrezig purifies the effects of self-centeredness, confusion and negativity, and creates a connection with unconditional compassion.
His Eminence Chagdud Rinpoche tirelessly taught and propagated this particular Red Tara practice revealed by Apong Terton in the early 20th Century.
Vajrasattva meditation practice purifies the subtle mental and emotional habits that obscure our free, compassionate and open nature. Livestream and in-person.