Programmes

Vajra Garchen Werma Intensive *

8 - August 23, 2010

This Vajra Sangha Retreat is a full mandala of three retreats: Werma, Ngöndro and Vajrayogini Retreats. An opportunity for the Shambhala vajrayana community to galvanize our warrior energy, camaraderie, and celebration. In the Werma Retreat, discover the vast mind of the Rigden through practice and study of the Werma Sadhana.

The Werma Sadhana is key for understanding and manifesting the vision of the Kingdom of Shambhala. When we see the world with the eyes and heart of the Rigden, we can tune into the kingdom of awareness on the spot.

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* "Prerequisites apply

Vajra Garchen Ngöndro Intensive *

8 - August 23, 2010

This Vajra Sangha Retreat is a full mandala of three retreats: Werma, Ngöndro and Vajrayogini Retreats.

It is an opportunity for the Shambhala vajrayana community to galvanize our warrior energy, camaraderie, and celebration. Whether you are doing the Rigden (Shambhala), or Kagyü ngöndro, whether you are counting or doing it by time, whether you are inspired or not, all are welcome. This program counts toward group practice requirements for the Vajrayana path.

"The Sakyong has emphasized the importance and power of group vajrayana practice. With all of our practices, the point is not only how we do our individual practice, but how we...gather, practice, study, work, and celebrate as a community." -Guidelines for Group Ngöndro Practice Intensives

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* "Prerequisites apply

Scorpion Seal Assembly 2 *

9 - August 22, 2010

The Sakyong has asked participants who have completed the first Scorpion Seal Assemblies in 2009 to gather at practice centers for a second year program. More information About Scorpion Seal Assembly 2 *

* "Prerequisites apply

Qi Gong (Levels 3,4,5) *

10 - September 17, 2010

with Eva Wong

Cultivate strength of body and calmness of mind through the healing Taoist practice of qigong. Take this rare opportunity to receive instruction in two unique lineages, The Pre-celestial Limitless Gate School (Xiantianwujimen) and the Yiquan School, neither of which have previously been fully transmitted to students in the West. More information About Qi Gong (Levels 3,4,5) *

* "Prerequisites apply

Sutrayana Seminary *

September 25 - October 17, 2010

with Acharya Jeremy Hayward and Jane Hope

The Sutryana Seminary offers an opportunity to immerse oneself in the teachings of Hinayana and Mahayana Buddhism, as taught by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche and the Vidyadhara Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche.

This three-week programme will be, among other things, an intensive study program in the basic Shambhala-Buddhist view.

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* "Prerequisites apply

MUDRA WEEKTHUN

14 - November 21, 2010

MEDITATION, MOVEMENT AND SPACE

A weekthun with Steve Clorfeine based on Space Awareness and expressive arts

www.steveclorfeine.com

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Meditation Instructor Training *

January 22 - January 29, 2011

The Meditation Instructor Training will be held from 22-29 January 2011 . An excellent opportunity to open your heart, this training prepares you to begin a practice of listening to, encouraging and supporting others. More information About Meditation Instructor Training *

* "Prerequisites apply