Buddhist Studies

Journey Without Goal: Featuring Talks by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche (Online)

with Judith Simmer-Brown & Dale Asrael & Rhea Colmar & Gaylon Ferguson

March 31st—May 12th

This course will introduce the key principles of tantra and provide a direct and experiential picture of the tantric world, including the importance of self-existing energy, the mandala principle, and the difference between Buddhist and Hindu tantra. Continue »

Being Buddhist: Exploring the Refuge Vow (Online)

with Gaylon Ferguson

April 6th—April 20th

This three session course explores the moment in a person’s life when they decide to “be Buddhist”— formally, through the practice of taking a vow. Continue »

Windhorse: The Sacred Path Series (Hybrid)

April 12th—April 14th

Participants study the Vidyadhara's terma text, The Letter of the Black Ashe, which gives the instruction for "raising windhorse." Hosted by Karmê Chöling Meditation Retreat Center, the practice of windhorse opens the heart and refreshes one's confidence. Continue »

Training for Meditation Instructors: Weekend One (Online)

with Dale Asrael & Gaylon Ferguson

April 13th—April 14th

This is a part of a series of three weekend trainings on giving meditation instruction. You do not need to attend all three weekends. Weekend one is open to all, no prerequisites required. Continue »

Training for Meditation Instructors: Weekend Two (Online)

with Erika Berland

May 4th—May 5th

This is part of a series of three weekend trainings on giving meditation instruction. You do not need to attend all three weekends. Weekend two is open to all, no prerequisites required. Continue »

Drala: The Sacred Path Series (Hybrid)

May 25th—May 26th

Through exploring the depth of perception, one engages the elemental and magical strength inherent in the world. The principle of drala refers to the sacred energy and power that exists when we step beyond aggression. Continue »

Continuing Education for Meditation Instructors: Weekend Three (Online)

with Janet Solyntjes & Elaine Yuen

June 22nd—June 23rd

This is part of a series of three weekend trainings on giving meditation instruction. You do not need to attend all three weekends. Prerequisites: Weekend Three is for authorized Meditation Instructors and those being mentored into the role only. Continue »

Understanding Vajrayana: An Exploration of the Vajrayana Path and Culture (Online)

with Judith Simmer-Brown

September 7th—October 26th

Join an exploration of the profound path of Vajrayana that is open to all! This course is ideal for those who are longing to learn more about, inquire into, or refresh their connection to, the Vajrayana path. Continue »

Great Eastern Sun: The Sacred Path Series (Online)

with Alexander DeVaron

September 21st—September 22nd

Great Eastern Sun builds on the teachings of basic goodness, “cocoon”, fearlessness, inquisitiveness, and openness in the Heart of Warriorship series (Shambhala Training Levels I-V) and introduces how to see the primordial energy and brilliance that is a Continue »

Windhorse: The Sacred Path Series (Online)

October 26th—October 27th

Windhorse builds on the teachings of basic goodness, “cocoon”, fearlessness, inquisitiveness, and openness in Shambhala Training Levels 1-V and the teachings of the Great Eastern Sun—a societal vision and aspiration to help the world manifest a good huma Continue »

Being a Bodhisattva: Exploring the Bodhisattva Vow (Online)

with Judith Simmer-Brown

November 2nd—November 16th

This three-session course explores the moment in a person’s life when they decide to go one step further than “being Buddhist”—and make a profound commitment to put all others before themselves. Continue »

Drala: The Sacred Path Series (Online)

December 9th—December 10th

Drala is a Tibetan word that doesn’t have a simple translation. It refers to the sacred energy and power that exists when we step beyond aggression and also refers to the wisdom of “direct perception” that can be accessed through the senses. Many cultures Continue »