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• Dzogchen Center Summer Meditation Retreat

  • Start
    20 Jul 2013
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    6:00 PM (EDT)
  • End
    28 Jul 2013
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    11:00 AM (EDT)
  • Location
    Garrison Institute, 14 Mary's Way, Garrison, NY 10524

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  DZOGCHEN CENTER SUMMER MEDITATION RETREAT
  with LAMA SURYA DAS
  

  The Three Vital Points That Strike At The Core
  

  We are all Buddhas by nature--we only have to awaken and recognize who we are and how we fit perfectly in this world. This is the teaching of the innate Great Perfection--Dzogchen. Introducing us to this natural wisdom and compassion is the life-work of Lama Surya Das. For the annual Summer Dzogchen Meditation Retreat, he will teach the Three Vital Points: a set of timeless and inspiring core instructions passed down in this contemplative tradition for more than 1,500 years.

  We invite you to join Dzogchen Lineage Holder Lama Surya Das and his special guest teachers for a week of awakening to the joy of naturally-arising timeless awareness. Lama Surya will teach throughout the week and offer lively Q&A sessions, as well as private interviews.  In addition to guided and silent meditations, dharma talks, heart-opening chanting and private interviews, this retreat will also feature optional and uplifting Tibetan Energy Yoga each morning.

  Outside of the teaching hall, the precious gift of Noble Silence is observed, allowing us the peace and spaciousness to explore the mind, as well as to rest and retreat from the busyness of everyday life & chatter.

  In addition to formal sessions, there is plenty of opportunity to enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings through leisurely walks on nearby trails or by just relaxing in the scenic open space overlooking the mighty Hudson River.

  Registration fees (inclusive of accommodation and delicious vegetarian meals) from $795 for this eight-day retreat. Significant discount for students in full-time education. Registration does not include compensation for the teacher, which will be accepted in the traditional form of dana (voluntary donation) in honor of the teachings.
  

  For more general description about Dzogchen Retreats, please click here before returning to this page to register.

  Please register as early as possible to reserve a place and secure your choice of accommodation, using the secure online form below.

  Before registering, please be sure to read "Paying for Your Seasonal Retreat", which indicates the terms applicable to your deposit, balance payment and any cancellation in regard to your registration. These terms have recently changed.
  

  Register NOW! @ http://registry.dzogchen.org/events/
  

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• Dzogchen Center Autumn Advanced Practice Retreat

  • Start
    19 Oct 2013
  •  
    6:00 PM (CDT)
  • End
    26 Oct 2013
  •  
    11:00 AM (CDT)
  • Location
    Dzogchen Osel Ling, Nr. Austin, Texas

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  DZOGCHEN CENTER ADVANCED MEDITATION RETREAT
  with LAMA SURYA DAS

  THE TWELVE VAJRA LAUGHS
  OF THE PRIMORDIAL BUDDHA
  
  Acceptance for this intensive retreat is subject to request; some places are reserved for those meeting specific prerequisites.
  
  Submission of registration for this retreat is open to current members of Dzogchen Center who have previously attended at least one Dzogchen Center one-week retreat with Lama Surya Das during 2011, 2012 or 2013. Those applying will be notified promptly whether or not their registration has been accepted, and if not will receive a refund without delay.
  
  We are all Buddhas by nature--we only have to recognize and awaken to our innate wisdom and compassion. This is the rare and precious teaching of the Great Perfection--Dzogchen. Introducing us to our original nature is the life-work of teacher, author and Dzogchen lineage holder Lama Surya Das. 

  We invite you to join Lama Surya Das at his beautiful hermitage and retreat sanctuary in the Texas Hill Country, Dzogchen Osel Ling, for a week of awakening to the joy of naturally-arising timeless awareness. Lama Surya will offer profound instruction throughout the week and lively Q&A sessions.  In addition to inspiring dharma talks, heart-opening chanting, guided and silent meditations, this retreat will also offer opportunity for practices such as sky-gazing or Tibetan Energy Yoga.

  Outside of the teaching hall (the Tara Temple), the precious gift of Noble Silence is observed, allowing us the peace and spaciousness to explore the mind, as well as to rest and retreat from the busyness of everyday life & chatter.
  
  In addition to formal sessions, there is plenty of opportunity to enjoy a brisk (or leisurely) stroll in the surrounding countryside, or just to laze around under a shady oak tree. Ahhh!
  
  Registration fees (inclusive of accommodation and delicious vegetarian meals) from $995 for this eight-day retreat.
  Compensation for the teacher will be accepted in the traditional form of dana (voluntary donation) in honor of the teachings.
  
  Significant partial scholarships for students enrolled in full-time education.

  
  

  To view or download the retreat flyer click:
  2013 Fall Retreat Flyer .docx.pdf
  
  If you are available and interested, please also consider arriving at Dzogchen Osel Ling a day early for the fun and rewarding Work-Day event. The extra day's accomodation and food are at NO expense to you and we would appreciate your help. You can find out more about the Work-Day here.

  This retreat typically fills up quickly, and availability for some room-types is limited. Please register early to avoid disappointment.
  

  You will need to be logged in to this site as a member using your email and password, before you can proceed through the secure online registration form. When logged in and ready to apply, please click the "Register" button at left.
  

  Before submitting your registration, please be sure to read "Paying for Your Advanced Retreat", which indicates the terms applicable to your deposit, balance payment and any cancellation in regard to your registration. These terms have recently changed.
  

  Please also be sure to read "Dzogchen Osel Ling Shuttle Service" for new timings and costs on shuttle service between Austin-Bergstrom Airport and Dzogchen Osel Ling. These arrangements are not the same as for previous retreats.
  

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