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Daily Meditation
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Daily Meditation online is daily from 12-12:30pm PT, offered by Buddhist Studies Institute certified meditation instructors as a free service to our worldwide community. Together – We Practice!
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Dakini Mountain and Ngakpa International have been severely affected by the pandemic which has caused a major loss of income. Every contribution at this time makes a difference...
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
February 1, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Vajra Sangha Retreat – Online
With Pema Khandro
February 4, 2023
Pema Khandro will give the Vajrakilaya lung and practice. The Vajra Sangha retreat is an opportunity for practice, study and community celebration for the long-term students of Pema Khandro who have been enrolled in Vajra Sangha membership. Vajra Sangha are the long-term personal students of Pema Khandro who are eligible for private teachings and advanced training. The Vajra Sangha functions in a warm, closely connected community, based on long-term friendships, mutual respect, and appreciation. It is an association of serious practitioners who do in-depth study and service, who are also able to be light-hearted together and celebrate life. It is…
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
February 8, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Ngakpa Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
February 16, 2023
The Ngakpa Training offers in-depth study... of Vajrayana Buddhist history, philosophy and practice, focusing on the Inner Tantras of the Nyingma Tradition, also known as MahaYoga, AnuYoga and Dzogchen...
Losar Tibetan New Year Celebration for Members
With Pema Khandro
February 22, 2023
All Members of Ngakpa International and the Buddhist Studies Institute are welcomed to join us for our annual Tibetan Lunar New Year Celebration - Online!
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Ngondro Training, Module 1 – The Field of Buddhas
With Pema Khandro
February 27, 2023
Ngondro are the foundational practices for purifying, training and empowering the body-mind. They form the basis of Vajrayana meditation and serve as the foundation for the highest practices of the nature of mind...
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
March 1, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Buddhism & Sexuality
With Pema Khandro
March 3 - 5, 2023
Join Pema Khandro and a group of esteemed Buddhist Studies scholars for an exploration of the history of Buddhist Sexualities from celibacy, to sacred sexuality in Buddhist Tantra and a simple approach to embodied integration with nature in Dzogchen.
Teaching Trauma Informed Meditation
With Pema Khandro, Aruna Rig'dzin and Dr. Satya
March 6 - 27, 2023
Geared towards supporting Meditation Instructors, this class is open to Meditation Instructors certified through the Buddhist Studies Institute or currently enrolled in Meditation Instructor Training, and to meditation instructors who received their instruction and training through other programs and schools. It is also offered as part of the 180-hour Meditation Instructor Training curriculum offered through the Buddhist Studies Institute. Optional weekly 30 minute Focus Groups offer review and discussion of self-paced coursework and time for fostering community connections. Dates & Times: Mondays Mar 6-27, 1-1:30pm pt / 4-4:30pm et Mar 6 - Focus group Mar 13 - LIVE WITH PEMA KHANDRO…
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
March 8, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Ngakpa Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
March 16, 2023
The Ngakpa Training offers in-depth study... of Vajrayana Buddhist history, philosophy and practice, focusing on the Inner Tantras of the Nyingma Tradition, also known as MahaYoga, AnuYoga and Dzogchen...
Healthy Boundaries for Teachers and Leaders
With Pema Khandro, Aruna Rig'dzin and Dr. Satya
March 25 - April 24, 2023
Geared towards supporting Meditation Instructors, this webclass is open to Meditation Instructors certified through the Buddhist Studies Institute or...
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Chakrasamvara Empowerment & Teachings
With Drupon Rinchen Dorjee Rinpoche and Pema Khandro
March 31 - April 2, 2023
Join us for this special event, the Chakrasamvara Empowerment, an initiation into the inner tantra practice of generation stage meditation ~ led by Drupon Rinchen Dorjee Rinpoche and Lama Pema Khandro...
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
April 5, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
April 12, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Ngakpa Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
April 20, 2023
The Ngakpa Training offers in-depth study... of Vajrayana Buddhist history, philosophy and practice, focusing on the Inner Tantras of the Nyingma Tradition, also known as MahaYoga, AnuYoga and Dzogchen...
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
May 3, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
May 10, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Ngakpa Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
May 18, 2023
The Ngakpa Training offers in-depth study... of Vajrayana Buddhist history, philosophy and practice, focusing on the Inner Tantras of the Nyingma Tradition, also known as MahaYoga, AnuYoga and Dzogchen...
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
June 7, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
June 14, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Ngakpa Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
June 15, 2023
The Ngakpa Training offers in-depth study... of Vajrayana Buddhist history, philosophy and practice, focusing on the Inner Tantras of the Nyingma Tradition, also known as MahaYoga, AnuYoga and Dzogchen...
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
July 5, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
July 12, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Ngakpa Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
July 20, 2023
The Ngakpa Training offers in-depth study... of Vajrayana Buddhist history, philosophy and practice, focusing on the Inner Tantras of the Nyingma Tradition, also known as MahaYoga, AnuYoga and Dzogchen...
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
August 2, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
August 9, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Ngakpa Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
August 17, 2023
The Ngakpa Training offers in-depth study... of Vajrayana Buddhist history, philosophy and practice, focusing on the Inner Tantras of the Nyingma Tradition, also known as MahaYoga, AnuYoga and Dzogchen...
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
September 6, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
September 13, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Ngakpa Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
September 21, 2023
The Ngakpa Training offers in-depth study... of Vajrayana Buddhist history, philosophy and practice, focusing on the Inner Tantras of the Nyingma Tradition, also known as MahaYoga, AnuYoga and Dzogchen...
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
October 4, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Feast of Nectar – Vajra Sangha Retreat
With Pema Khandro
October 6 - 8, 2023
Feast of Nectar - Vajra Sangha Retreat Oct 6th-8th. In-person - Location TBA Pre-requisite: Vajra Sangha membership
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Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
October 11, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Ngakpa Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
October 19, 2023
The Ngakpa Training offers in-depth study... of Vajrayana Buddhist history, philosophy and practice, focusing on the Inner Tantras of the Nyingma Tradition, also known as MahaYoga, AnuYoga and Dzogchen...
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
November 1, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
November 8, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Ngakpa Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
November 16, 2023
The Ngakpa Training offers in-depth study... of Vajrayana Buddhist history, philosophy and practice, focusing on the Inner Tantras of the Nyingma Tradition, also known as MahaYoga, AnuYoga and Dzogchen...
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
December 6, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Vajrayana Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
December 13, 2023
In web-classes, meeting twice a month, students will discover how to understand the pivotal principles of Tibetan Buddhism[…]
Ngakpa Training – Online
With Pema Khandro
December 21, 2023
The Ngakpa Training offers in-depth study... of Vajrayana Buddhist history, philosophy and practice, focusing on the Inner Tantras of the Nyingma Tradition, also known as MahaYoga, AnuYoga and Dzogchen...