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What kinds of programs do you offer?
How do I know which programs are right for me?

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Program Structure

As a retreat center with more than 30 years experience, we have found Buddhist teachings and practices to be the best methods for gaining the inner peace and practical knowledge necessary to make life meaningful.

The three main types of programs we offer are:

  • Courses: Intensive teaching programs on particular topics within the Gelug Buddhist tradition. Their purpose is mainly for the study of Tibetan Buddhist philosophy and concepts..These events will consist of about 70% teachings, 20% discussion, and 10% meditation.  
  •  Retreats: learn about a various Tibetan Buddhist Topics while also gaining practice and knowledge of those topics through meditation.  These events will consist of about 30-50% teachings and 50-70% meditation.
     
  • Contemplative Retreat: go inwards and work various techniques to train the mind on a deeper level. These events will consist of about 80% meditation and % 20 instructions. Complete silence is usually kept.
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Choosing a Program

You are the best judge of which program is right for you. Please call us and ask if you have any doubts or questions.

As a helpful guide, our programs are categorized into the following experience levels :

  • All levels: Everyone will benefit from these events.

  • Introductory: Most suitable for those who haven’t received teachings before and have little to no experience with  meditation. These programs are also great for those who want to do an introductory review.

  • Intermediate: Most suitable for those with at least a cursory understanding of lam-rim and some basic experience with meditation.

  • Advanced:  Most suitable for those with a good understanding of lam-rim or tantra, and considerable meditation experience.

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