With his unique teaching style, Sogyal Rinpoche makes Tibetan Buddhism relevant to modern people of all faiths, drawing out its universal message while losing none of its authenticity, purity and power. Every November he returns to San Diego for Rigpa's annual west coast retreat, a highlight of the year for Rigpa students and all who attend. The successful bidder for this item will take part in the retreat's 2013 study and group practice sessions and receive meditation instruction and teachings.

Rigpa is an international network of over 130 Buddhist centres and groups in 40 countries around the world including Rigpa.usa. It was founded by Sogyal Rinpoche, the author of the ground-breaking book, The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying.