Ngöndro, the preliminary or foundational practices of Vajrayana Buddhism, is a profound and powerful means of affecting transformation through purification and the vast accumulation of merit. 

"If there are any wise persons who desire to be completely freed
From the hot torments of the fire pit of samsara, they should
Rely on this supreme path, Ngöndro, which, like the king of trees, 
Will revive one in its cool, dense shade, enlightenment."
-His Holiness Dudjom Rinpoche

This Ngondro retreat, March 23-April 1, will be a multi-faceted intensive for those wishing to start, resume or continue with Ngöndro. It will feature Sam Bercholz, founder of Shambhala Publications and senior student of Kyabje Thinley Norbu Rinpoche, teaching on Rinpoche’s extraordinary Ngöndro Commentary, A Cascading Waterfall of Nectar, and in depth teachings given and practice led by Lama Sonam Tsering Rinpoche, Spiritual Director of Pema Ösel Ling, and Amy Green, senior student of Kyabje Thinley Norbu Rinpoche.

New students who have an interest in Vajrayana Buddhism are welcome and encouraged to attend the retreat.

The Vajrayana Foundation is a Tibetan Buddhist retreat and teaching center founded by Lama Tharchin Rinpoche. It is a Nyingma center in the Dudjom Tersar tradition. A non-profit organization, it was created by Lama Tharchin Rinpoche to establish the Buddha Dharma in the West. The main retreat center for the Vajrayana Foundation is Pema Osel Ling (Lotus Land of Clear Light), located in Santa Cruz, California.

Ngondro Retreat - March 23-April 1, 2018

Retreat fees and 9 nights shared cabin lodging included.

Does not include meals, which will be available for purchase, or optional offerings to the teachers.

Total value $625