Meditation Retreats
Exploring Buddhism
Geshe Tenzin Legtsok
Registration Now Open for the next module Exploring the Fundamentals of Reasoning and Debate at Ocean of Compassion, starting September 15th! Exploring Buddhism is the newest foundational-level course co-developed by FPMT Education Services and senior FPMT teachers, including Geshe Tenzin Namdak, Geshe Tenzin Legtsok, and Venerable Joan Nicell. Geshe Tenzin Namdak and Geshe Tenzin […]
Discover the Heart of Buddhist Meditation at the Wisdom Center
Venerable Angie Muir
Vajrapani Institute is delighted to announce a new collaboration with Land of Medicine Buddha and the Wisdom Center to offer beginner-friendly Saturday morning classes, available both online and in person in the heart of Santa Cruz. Designed to be welcoming and accessible, these sessions offer a gentle introduction to Buddhist teachings in a supportive […]
In-Depth Meditation Training: The Radiant Ground - Emptiness and Buddha Nature
Venerable Losang Gendun
We’re delighted to announce that Vajrapani Institute is now offering the FPMT program, In-Depth Meditation Training, led by Venerable Losang Gendun. This four year course is designed so that students can join at any time and immediately benefit. Each class includes 60 minutes of guided meditation followed by 90 minutes of lecture, including Q&A. Over […]
Six Session Guru Yoga & Shiné - Mahamudra
Venerable René Feusi
We are overjoyed that one of our most precious teachers, Venerable René Fuesi, is returning to Vajrapani in September! Ven. René's retreats are known to be deeply transformative as he invites us to inquire into the nature of the mind. Join us as Ven René creates this rare opportunity to get to know our minds […]
Six Session Guru Yoga Weekend ONLY
Venerable René Feusi
About the Retreat We are overjoyed that one of our most precious teachers, Venerable René Fuesi, is returning to Vajrapani in September! Six Session Guru Yoga Weekend With any HYT initiation in our tradition, there is a commitment to do the six sessions of guru yoga, but many have never received instruction. Venerable Rene […]
Shiné - Mahamudra Week ONLY
Venerable René Feusi
About the Retreat We are overjoyed that one of our most precious teachers, Venerable René Fuesi, is returning to Vajrapani in September. Ven. René is creating a rare opportunity to learn how to meditate more deeply in this immersive retreat. Shiné - Mahamudra Venerable René will start the Shiné - Mahamudra portion of the […]
Exploring Buddhism: Exploring the Path Retreat
Geshe Tenzin Legtsok
**This Retreat is Module 2.2 of the Exploring Buddhism Program and is now open to the public. To proceed on the stages of the path to enlightenment, it is important to have a good roadmap. Exploring the Path allows us to get an overview of all topics of contemplation for the entire spiritual journey. Exploring the […]
Exploring Buddhism: Exploring the Path Weekend
Geshe Tenzin Legtsok
To proceed on the stages of the path to enlightenment, it is important to have a good roadmap. Exploring the Path allows us to get an overview of all topics of contemplation for the entire spiritual journey. Exploring the Path delves more deeply into the Lamrim, the step-by-step path to enlightenment. Students will learn how to […]
