The Yogis and Yoginis in the Nyingma tradition of Vajrayana are amongst the wildest and woolliest of all Buddhist practitioners. The practice of “Rushen” is one of the most secret Dzogchen practices.
A minimum of two years of Dzogchen practice with some stability with being in awareness is required. Other prerequisites can be found on the registration form BELOW.
Any further questions can be directed to Jan at janowenchico@gmail.com
All other logistic questions including food lodging and cost are referred to The Dharma Centre of Canada.
Lama Lena is a teacher of Direct Mind Perception and a lineage holder of several Tibetan Buddhist traditions. Her informal style is precise, direct and she is revered by students around the world for her exceptional ability to share profound teaching in a clear poetic and humorous way.
Beginning in 1972, Lama Lena spent three years studying with Lama Thubten Yeshe in Nepal. She then spent seven years in a small cave practice retreat above Tso Pema under the tutelage of her root teacher,Venerable Wangdor Rimpoche. She travelled extensively with him for many years as his translator and assistant.
At the request of H.E. Zigar Choktrul Rimpoche and Ven. Wangdor Rimpoche, as well as many Tibetan and Western Dharma students, she continues to travel and teach from the lineages she holds.
Important Details
When: August 20 - September 9. Please plan to arrive between 3-5pm on the first day. The retreat will begin with a property orientation at 5:30pm followed by a light supper and the first evening class and will finish after lunch on the final day.
Rates: Member: $2,205.00 Non-member: $2,478.00 (Rates are in Canadian Dollars)
Please register using the contact form on the bottom of this page.
Rates include: Single accommodation and all meals. They do not include instructor fees. Lama Lena is sharing her experience within the traditional Buddhist understanding of Dana. To understand more about Dana, please read the following:
What is Dana? Teachers give the teachings of awakening (Dharma) freely so that anyone, no matter their financial means can attend classes. Each time one receives teachings, it is an opportunity to consciously practice generosity. Giving money and other means of support expresses gratitude and support to the teacher and helps to ensure that these teachings continue. Each person receiving Dharma teachings determines the kind and amount of Dāna according to one’s heart and one’s financial means. When deciding how much to offer, one should think about what these teachings mean to you and try to give accordingly. It is recommended that students make an offering of dāna at the beginning of a class or retreat to establish the intention to make the most of this opportunity for one’s own progression and for the benefit of all others.
Deposit: A 50% deposit is required to hold your space upon registration.
Cancellation policy: Full refund up to 7 days before the commencement of the course. For cancellations less than 7 days prior to course begin, a $100 administrative fee will be charged.
REGISTER by following this link:
https://forms.gle/wz5R77fSm2bhZ8Tj6
(Please note: This is the only registration link for this retreat.
Those who are confirmed to attend will be contacted by email to fill out the DCC registration form)