“Shamatha and vipashyana alone are the iron hook that will lead you to liberation.”              – Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche

This three-day retreat is open to all practitioners who are serious about the path of meditation, whether you are new to meditation or an experienced vajrayana practitioner. Our practice will be guided by the meditation instructions of great lineage masters, including Jamgon Kongtrul the Great, Suzuki Roshi, and Chögyam Trungpa.

We will look at the subtle attitudes that make one’s meditation effective, the learning process that makes traditional teachings relevant and intimate, and how meditation can transform one’s approach to life.

For vajrayana practitioners, the ability to rest the mind in stillness is an essential basis for all other practices, including sadhana, guru yoga and mind nature.

Most of the retreat will be in silence, with times for questions and discussion. Morning coffee and tea and lunch will be provided on-site. Early registration is encouraged.

Vajrayana students who also register for The Pith Instructions of Chögyam Trungpa Retreat can pay a combined price of $250 for both retreats. 

Richard John

An early student of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, Richard served as acharya for Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche for 20 years. He completed the traditional Buddhist three-year retreat at Gampo Abbey, and has taught many meditation programs and retreats in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Richard and his wife Liz reside in Halifax, Canada.

Heart Gifts

It is customary to offer a monetary Heart Gift to the teacher, whose livelihood is entirely from teaching programs. The gift is completely voluntary according to your inspiration, and there is no suggested amount–any amount is appreciated!