BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ligmincha - ECPv6.16.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ligmincha X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ligmincha.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ligmincha REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Vienna BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260405 DTSTAMP:20260707T132418 CREATED:20260129T212138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T193842Z UID:10000042-1775001600-1775347199@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Valle de Bravo Retreat (Topic TBA) DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/valle-de-bravo-retreat-topic-tba/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Mexico\, Valle de Bravo\, Mexico CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/03_Apr-1-4-Mexico.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413 DTSTAMP:20260707T132418 CREATED:20260129T212530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T193119Z UID:10000077-1775692800-1776038399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—2026 Spring Wellness Retreat at Serenity Ridge DESCRIPTION:Rest\, Nourish\, Realize and Renew:Transforming Life and Health through Nature\, Movement\, Breath\, and Meditation\nThrough stillness\, silence and awareness\, make genuine contact with the sky of your being. Your recognition of this inner spaciousness is the inner sun that shines. The internal warmth allows the flowering of infinite positive qualities in your life. – Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nJoin Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche for a rejuvenating long weekend of meditation\, movement\, connecting with nature \, and holistic wellness practices—highlighting the Five Elements. \nActivities include: sunrise meditation\, Tibetan yoga\, forest bathing\, sky gazing\, nature walks\, bonfires\, journaling\, nourishing plant-based meals\, guided relaxation\, and optional cold plunges. \nInvite friends and family for renewal and inspiration!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register to Attend In-Person at Serenity Ridge\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register to Attend Online on Zoom URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/2026-spring-wellness-retreat-at-serenity-ridge/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Apr-9-12-SR-Spring.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420 DTSTAMP:20260707T132418 CREATED:20260129T213401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T222827Z UID:10000076-1776211200-1776643199@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:TRAINING—Five Elements Certification Program DESCRIPTION:Five Elements Certification Program\nA Three-Year Tibetan Bön Buddhist Training with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nThe Five Elements Certification Program is a three-year immersive training rooted in the authentic Tibetan Bön Buddhist tradition\, guided by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. Through direct experience of Earth\, Water\, Fire\, Air\, and Space\, participants explore how elemental balance supports physical health\, emotional well-being\, mental clarity\, and spiritual connection. \nDrawing on ancient contemplative methods and nature-based practices\, this program offers a structured path for reconnecting with the natural world and with one’s own inner refuge. Teachings include meditation\, mantra\, mudra\, breath practices\, elemental offerings\, and practices for restoring balance within the body and environment. \nThe training unfolds over three progressive years\, combining in-person retreats at Serenity Ridge Retreat Center with online teachings\, guided practice sessions\, journaling\, and personal integration. Together\, these elements support a deep\, embodied understanding of the Five Elements and their application in daily life and service. \nThis program is designed for those seeking long-term spiritual training within a living lineage and for anyone wishing to engage the healing wisdom of the elements in a grounded\, experiential way. \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-five-elements-certification-program/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/unnamed.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T203000 DTSTAMP:20260707T132418 CREATED:20260129T213833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T174258Z UID:10000075-1776884400-1776889800@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:SEMINAR—Earth\, Water\, Fire\, Air\, and Space DESCRIPTION:An Evening with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche on Earth Day\nOn this Earth Day evening\, join Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\, internationally renowned teacher\, accomplished author\, and lineage holder in the Tibetan Bön tradition\, for a special gathering hosted by SF Dharma Collective. In conversation with Eve Ekman\, contemplative scientist and teacher\, and in dialogue with the audience\, Rinpoche will explore our intimate relationship with the living world through the lenses of shamanic\, tantric\, and Dzogchen traditions. \nThrough teaching and guided practice\, the evening invites a direct\, embodied sense of connection with the elements\, illuminating how the natural world lives within and around us\, and how awareness can deepen our sense of belonging on Earth Day. \nVenue:  In Person at Children’s Day School Middle School\n601 Dolores Street\, San Francisco\nAnd Online via Zoom\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/evening-talk/ LOCATION:SF Dharma Collective\, San Francisco\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-04-22-TWR-4-Elements-talk-SF.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427 DTSTAMP:20260707T132418 CREATED:20260115T192616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T160738Z UID:10000030-1776988800-1777247999@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Chöd\, Part 1 with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche DESCRIPTION:Cutting through Fear and Attachment: The Practice of Chöd in the Bon Tradition\nMany of life’s challenges arise from fear and attachment—the core obstacles to recognizing our true nature. Chöd\, an ancient Tibetan practice\, offers a direct and creative way to cut through these patterns. Traditionally practiced in wild or challenging environments\, Chöd uses chant\, rhythm\, and visualization to meet fear with wisdom and compassion. At its heart\, the practice reveals that what we fear externally reflects inner attachments and emotional habits. In cutting through our negativities we transform our inner and outer worlds\, heal ourselves\, and open up toward our full creative potential and presence. \nIn this teaching\, you’ll explore how to transform fear\, dissolve emotional conflict\, and reconnect you with your natural state—open\, aware\, creative\, and fearless. Our Chöd retreat will consist of 2 separate weekends in 2026: April 25 + 26 and October 24 + 25 \nLocation:The Berkeley Alembic2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710In person : $185/ low income $125Zoom: Sliding scale $85-$130 \nFor any questions contact: Susan Killian susansnyderk@gmail.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-person Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Registration URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/chod-part-1-with-tenzin-wangyal-rinpoche/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Berkeley\, Berkeley\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Dudok-Team-Up-1200-x-675-px.png.preview.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTSTAMP:20260707T132418 CREATED:20260129T214500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194103Z UID:10000658-1777680000-1777852799@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Berlin Retreat (Topic TBA) DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/berlin-retreat-topic-tba/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Berlin Zentrum\, Laubacher Straße 21\, Berlin\, 14197\, Germany CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/08_May-2-–-3-Berlin-TBA.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511 DTSTAMP:20260707T132418 CREATED:20260129T214731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T204618Z UID:10000073-1778284800-1778457599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Transforming Our Negative Emotions Through the Six Lokas DESCRIPTION:Transforming our negative emotions through the Six Lokas\nEach of us suffers from strong emotions at one time or another\, which throw us off balance\, cause us to take actions that we later regret\, and disconnect us from the clear\, open space of our true nature. Centuries ago\, the masters of the Tibetan Bon Buddhism lineage developed the meditations of the Six Lokas (realms of existence) specifically to meet our strong emotions\, find the medicine in them and live our lives in a balanced and relaxed way. These meditations focus on the root causes of our suffering: anger\, greed\, ignorance\, jealousy\, pride\, and laziness—the six destructive emotions that stand in the way of enlightenment. In each meditation\, we reflect on our habitual patterns so that we can recognize them instead of being driven by them. Then we invoke the enlightened energy of the Buddhas to purify and transform these patterns so that their antidotes can be love\, generosity\, wisdom\, openness\, peacefulness and compassion arise. The practices of the\nSix Lokas have a deeply healing and transforming power and are traditionally practiced as a precursor to Dzogchen contemplation. \nTenzin Rinpoche invites everyone to explore these powerful teachings and apply them in our lives. During this retreat\, Rinpoche will explain how physical movements\, breath\, mantra\, visualization\, and contemplation can deeply purify the seeds of our karmic patterns and support healing. \nVenue:  Dialoghotel „Am Spiegeln“ (www.amspiegeln.at)\nJohann-Hörbiger-Gasse 30\, 1230 Wien \nAccess: https://amspiegeln.at/lage-anreise/ (route planner for public transport and\ncars) \nDate: Saturday\, May 9th: Seminar 10:00 – 18:00\nSunday\, May 10th: Seminar 09:00 – 16:00\nThe seminar will be translated from English into German. \nCost: € 190\,- for the seminar\n€ 160\,- (members of Ligmincha Austria e.V.)\n€ 120\,- online / € 100\,- for members of Ligmincha Austria\n(reduction on request: info@ligmincha.at) \nIf you cancel your booking less than two weeks before the event date\, the seminar fee\npaid will not be refunded. We apologize for any inconvenience! \nFor organizational reasons\, cash payments on site are only accepted in exceptional cases and by prior agreement!\nPlease register and make payment into our account by 24 April 2026 at the latest:\nBank details:\nLigmincha Österreich e.V.\nIBAN:    AT36 6000 0103 1034 3485\nBIC:     BAWAATWW\nPurpose: „Sechs Lokas“ May 2026 \nIf you register late\, we cannot guarantee that you will receive all the information. \nRegistration is required via the following link:\nRegister Now \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive a copy at the email address you provided; no further confirmation email will be sent. Please check your inbox and spam folder. \nDocuments (prayers\, Zoom link of recordings\, schedule\, etc.) will be sent to participants separately and in good time. \nAccommodation: \n\nRoom availability is limited\, so please book your room in good time directly with the Dialoghotel “Am Spiegeln”: www.amspiegeln.at\, Tel. +43 1 8893093\nPlease state when booking that you are a participant in the Ligmincha Austria seminar\nFor room rates\, please see the website of the Dialoghotel “Am Spiegeln”\n\n  \nMeals:\nLunch on Saturdays and Sundays is available ONLY by prior booking via the registration link and upon payment. \nA three-course vegetarian menu (soup\, main course\, salad\, dessert) is available. \nPrice: € 23\,- per menu/per person. Bookings are for the full menu only; individual dishes are not available. \nContact and further Information:\nLigmincha Österreich e.V. Landsteinergasse 10/13 | 1160 Wien\n+43 650 315 65 57 (Heide Mitsche)\,\n+43 660 34 533 74 (Renate Cervik-Kremminger)\ninfo@ligmincha.at\nwww.ligmincha.at URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/6-lokas-part-2/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Austria\, Vienna\, Austria CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/09_May-9-–-10-Vienna-Six-Lokas.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518 DTSTAMP:20260707T132418 CREATED:20260220T165011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T171343Z UID:10000680-1778889600-1779062399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—The Heartdrops of Dharmakaya DESCRIPTION:Heartdrops of Dharmakaya\nHeartdrops of Dharmakaya is a very concise yet comprehensive text on Dzogchen. The text was written by Shardza ​​Tashi Gyaltsen\, a great Bonpo teacher and yogi who realized the rainbow body in 1934. The Heartdrops can be read as a step-by-step guide to practicing Dzogchen meditation. It is a personal instruction from Shardza ​​to his students. Despite its modern nature\, it is not a do-it-yourself manual. For proper understanding\, it is necessary to receive direct instruction and transmission from a qualified teacher. The text includes\, among other things\, special preparatory exercises for Dzogchen (Rushen)\, followed by an introduction to the natural state and instructions for the practice of Trekchö and Tögel. Because this text encompasses all aspects of the Dzogchen teachings\, it is particularly suitable for both beginning and experienced practitioners. In the Tibetan Bon and Nyingma traditions\, Dzogchen is considered the ultimate form of meditation practice. \nThis seminar is open to anyone who wants to learn to live from openness and clarity. \nTeaching: Saturday May 16 from 10.00 AM – 6.00 PM and Sunday May 17 from 9.00 AM – 4.00 PM \nVenue: Van Houtenkerk\,  Oudegracht 69\, Weesp \nTenzin Wangyal Rinpoche teaches in English\nTranslations will be made into Dutch \nIt is possible to follow this event online. \n\n This seminar will be on Saturday and Sunday\, so on the Friday evening there will be no teaching. This unlike foregoing years and earlier announcements. The beginning and end times are also different on Saturday and Sunday.\n\nTime schedule: \nSaturday May 16: \n\n10.00 AM- 11.30 AM teaching\n11.30 AM – 12.00 AM coffee/teabreak\n12.00 AM – 1.00 PM teaching\n1.00 PM – 3.00 PM lunchbreak\n3.00 PM – 4.30 PM teaching\n4.30 PM – 5.00 PM teabreak\n5.00 PM – 6.00 PM teaching\n\nSunday May 17 \n\n 9.00 AM- 10.30 AM teaching\n10.30 AM – 11.00 AM coffee/teabreak\n11.00 AM – 12.00 AM teaching\n12.00 AM – 1.30 PM lunchbreak\n1.30 PM – 2.30 PM teaching\n2.30 PM – 3.00 PM teabreak\n3.00 PM – 4.00 PM teaching and goodbye\n4.00 PM Closure\n\nBoth days the church will open for the participants half an hour before starting. \nCosts:\nSaturday and Sunday in Weesp: € 175\,-\nParticipation online via Zoom: € 110\,- \n\n Registration is only possible for the whole weekend.\n\nIf you want to receive these teachings\, but the costs present an obstacle\, you can send us a message via info@ligmincha.nl and we’ll find a suitable solution. \n\n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-the-heartdrops-of-dharmakaya/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Netherlands\, Amsterdam\, Netherlands CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/10_May-16-17-Amsterdam.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DTSTAMP:20260707T132418 CREATED:20260220T165241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T172715Z UID:10000681-1779494400-1779753599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—L'Invocation à Tapihritsa DESCRIPTION:L’Invocation à Tapihritsa est l’un des textes les plus précieux de la tradition Dzogchen Bön. Bien qu’elle soit profondément enracinée dans une lignée ancienne\, cette invocation constitue aussi une porte d’entrée remarquable pour celles et ceux qui découvrent le Dzogchen pour la première fois. Parce qu’elle inclut tout le chemin de la voie Dzogchen\, elle est parfaitement adaptée aussi bien aux débutants qu’aux pratiquants de longue date. \nLors de cet enseignement\, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoché expliquera le sens profond de ce texte et la manière dont il peut nous conduire à reconnaître notre propre sagesse originelle (rangjung yeshe en tibétain)\, la connaissance spontanée qui est au cœur de notre être et l’appliquer aux difficultés de notre vie quotidienne. \nNous vous invitons chaleureusement à vous joindre à cet événement — que vous ayez un intérêt à découvrir le Dzogchen ou que vous cheminiez depuis longtemps déjà — pour explorer ensemble cette prière lumineuse qui condense l’essence entière de la voie. \nRinpoché s’exprimera en anglais\, avec traduction consécutive en français. \n23 mai: journée préparatoire par des instructeurs de Ligmincha France-Suisse romande\n24-25 mai: enseignement par Rinpoché \n\n Découvrir et acheter un billet URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-tba/ LOCATION:Ligmincha France & Swiss Romande CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/11_May-24-25-Bulle-Switzerland.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601 DTSTAMP:20260707T132418 CREATED:20260129T220125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T163855Z UID:10000035-1780012800-1780271999@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Ignite Your Inner Fire: Tummo Retreat\, Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Ignite Your Inner Fire\nTummo Retreat Part 2\, with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\n29–31 MAY\, 2026IN PERSON AND ONLINE ON ZOOM \nFor centuries\, Tibetan masters have practiced Tummo—a profound method of breathwork\, visualization\, and movement that generates inner heat\, strengthens the body\, and awakens the mind. This practice goes beyond physical endurance—it is a path to deep transformation\, healing\, and self-realization. \nWhat to Expect\nTenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\, a renowned Dzogchen master\, will share the authentic teachings of Tummo—an ancient practice that inspired and aligns with modern breathwork techniques. While contemporary methods often focus on resilience and performance\, Tummo reaches further\, unlocking the wisdom channel and leading to a natural state of clarity and bliss. \nWhy Learn Tummo from an Authentic Master?\n• Go beyond the physical – experience deeper transformation.• Access ancient lineage wisdom – learn the unbroken teachings of Tummo.• Purify and heal through authentic practice. \nLocation\n42 Allington Road\, NW4 3DE\, London\, UKNearest Tube & Overground Stations: Hendon Central\, Hendon \nContact\nFor more information contact Sona LoffiEmail: sonaligminchauk@gmail.comTel: +44 7777 772886 \n\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/ignite-your-inner-fire-tummo-retreat/ CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T190000 DTSTAMP:20260707T132418 CREATED:20260613T203152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T203207Z UID:10000715-1781863200-1781982000@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:Service and Practice Retreat DESCRIPTION:Summer is arriving in full beauty at Serenity Ridge\, and we are delighted to invite you\, your family\, and your friends to join us for a special weekend of community\, practice\, joyful service\, and connection. \nJune 19–20\, 2026 marks our annual Summer Service & Practice Retreat\, culminating in our Open House and Potluck with Lama Kalsang on Saturday. Whether you are able to join us for the entire weekend or just a few hours\, we would love to welcome you. \nThis weekend offers an opportunity to deepen your connection with the Serenity Ridge community\, enjoy the peaceful beauty of the land\, participate in meaningful service projects\, and practice together. Lama Kalsang will offer a Dharma Talk and Guided Meditation as part of Saturday’s Open House festivities. \nThose participating in the Service Retreat may earn retreat credit through service while helping prepare Serenity Ridge for the summer retreat season. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/service-and-practice-retreat/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/serenity_ridge_2.jpg GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000 DTSTAMP:20260707T132418 CREATED:20260613T203623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T203813Z UID:10000716-1781947800-1781956800@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:2026 Serenity Ridge Open House & Potluck DESCRIPTION:Share the joy\, warmth\, and community\nCome to Serenity Ridge Retreat Center on Saturday\, June 20th. Walk on our nature trails\, learn about Buddhism directly from a lama in the Tibetan Bön tradition\, practice meditation and spend time with a great community of people. \nLama Kalsang Nyima\, a respected artist and Buddhist teacher\, will be at Serenity Ridge through summer retreat. \nThis is a great opportunity to learn more about him\, the teachings and services he can offer during his residency and have a great time seeing old friends and meeting new ones! \nEveryone is welcome to this free event!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/2026-serenity-ridge-open-house-potluck/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/serenity_ridge_2.jpg GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T200000 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260617T180430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T180441Z UID:10000717-1782325800-1782331200@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:Monthly Community Meditation Gathering DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/monthly-community-meditation-gathering/ CATEGORIES:Free,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Lama-Kalsang-Nyima.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260115T192942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T231418Z UID:10000031-1782432000-1783814399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Clear Light\, Natural Mind: The Direct Path of Dzogchen DESCRIPTION:With Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\nand honored guest (online)\, H.H. the 34th Menri Trizin Rinpoche\n\nJune 26 – July 11\, 2026 | Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Virginia\nRetreat Dates & Registration Options (see links below to register) \nFull Retreat: June 26–July 11\, 2026\nWeekend: June 26–28\, 2026\nWeek 1: June 26–July 4\, 2026\nWeek 2: July 4–11\, 2026 \nDeepen Your Dzogchen Practice\nJoin Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche for a rare summer retreat. Explore the nature of mind\, release meditation obstacles\, and cultivate clarity\, awareness\, and compassion in a supportive\, immersive environment. Open to beginners and experienced meditators. \nRetreat Highlights\nTeachings & Empowerment: \nTexts: Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche will be teaching from dzogchen texts\, the Twenty-One Nails and the Six Lamps\, from the Oral Tradition of Zhang Zhung (Zhang Zhung Nyengyü)\nJune 27-28: Special morning online teachings from His Holiness the 34th Menri Trizin Rinpoche with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche translating for His Holiness. (Unfortunately\, His Holiness is unable to travel to Serenity Ridge this year.). His Holiness will teach from the Six Lamps.\nJune 28: Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche will give the reading transmission (lung) of the Six Lamps.\nJuly 4: Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche will give the Dynamic Energy of Awareness empowerment (Rigpa Tsal Wang) from the Zhang Zhung Nyengyü Bon Dzogchen tradition.\nJuly 5: Rinpoche will give Pointing Out Instructions to the Nature of Mind.\nJuly 6-9:  Four days of silent retreat during the 2nd week\nJuly 10: Celebration of Rinpoche and Tsering la’s  25th Anniversay. \nPractice: Clear inner obstacles\, strengthen meditation confidence\, and integrate mindfulness into daily life. \nImportant note: The Dynamic Energy of Awareness empowerment on July 4 and pointing out instructions on July 5 will be offered ONLY to those attending this retreat in person.  \nExperience this transformative opportunity to connect with the living Dzogchen lineage and integrate lasting insight\, openness\, and clarity into your practice. \nRetreat Dates & Registration Options:\n\nFull Retreat: June 26–July 11\, 2026\n\nRegistration Link click here\nOnline Registration click here\n\n\nWeekend: June 26–28\, 2026\n\nRegistration Link click here\nOnline Registration click here\n\n\nWeek 1: June 26–July 4\, 2026\n\nRegistration Link click here\nOnline Registration click here\n\n\nWeek 2: July 4 (4pm) –11\, 2026\n\nRegistration Link click here\nOnline Registration click here\n\n\nEmpowerment Weekend: July 4–5\, 2026\n\nRegistration Link click here URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/serenity-ridge-dzogchen-meditation-summer-retreat-2026/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/August-17-–-23-2026-4.png.preview.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260807 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260129T215654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194157Z UID:10000036-1786060800-1786319999@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—London Retreat (Topic TBA) DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… \nFor more information\, contact Sona Lotfi: sonaligminchauk@gmail.com URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/london-retreat-topic-tba/ CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260811 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260817 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260220T165745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T173913Z UID:10000682-1786406400-1786924799@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—TBA Poland DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… \n\n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-tba-poland/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Poland\, Wilga\, Poland CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/aug-11-16-2026-Poland-retreat-cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260817 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260824 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260220T170441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T190317Z UID:10000683-1786924800-1787529599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—The Elemental Journey: Year One of Bön Mother Tantra DESCRIPTION:An Experiential Exploration of the Five Sacred Elements in the Bön Tradition of Tibet\nIn the teachings of the Ma Gyud Sangye Gyü Sum (མ་རྒྱུད་སངས་རྒྱས་རྒྱུད་གསུམ\, The Three Mother Tantras)\, the Mother Tantra offers a profound path of direct experience. In this retreat\, we will explore the outer\, inner\, and sacred dimensions of the Five Elements—earth\, water\, fire\, wind\, and space. \nThrough experiential practices\, we will learn to embody and express these sacred energies—from the vastness of space to the ever-changing conditions of daily life—while recognizing the movement and qualities of the elements in both nature and our own being. \nBy working with these elemental forces\, we open pathways for deeper healing\, balance\, and transformation. This experiential journey honors the ancient Bön lineage while inviting a direct\, lived realization of its wisdom. \n  \n\n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-tba-germany/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Germany\, Buchenau\, Germany CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260831 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260220T171324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T171937Z UID:10000684-1787961600-1788134399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Embracing the Unknown DESCRIPTION:Embracing the Unknown: A Journey of Trust and Transformation\nMore information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-embracing-the-unknown/ LOCATION:Ligmincha France & Swiss Romande CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260220T172302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T172303Z UID:10000685-1788566400-1788739199@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Dream Yoga DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-dream-yoga/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Hungary\, Eszek utca 18.\, Budapest\, 1114\, Hungary CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260220T172503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T143859Z UID:10000686-1790294400-1790553599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Dzogchen: Sky Gazing and Sun Gazing DESCRIPTION:Dzogchen: Sky Gazing and Sun Gazing with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\nDetails and Registration Coming Soon! \nLocation: Boulder Shambhala Center\, 1345 Spruce Street\, Boulder\, CO \nco-sponsored by Chamma Ling Colorado and Boulder Shambhala Center \n\n\n  URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-tba-chamma-ling-colorado/ LOCATION:Boulder Shambhala Center\, 1345 Spruce Street\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260115T193051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T151734Z UID:10000033-1790640000-1791158399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Sherab Chamma\, Mother of Wisdom and Love DESCRIPTION:Sherab Chamma\, Mother of Wisdom and Love\n September 29 – October 4\, 2026 | Serenity Ridge Retreat Center \nRegistration Opening Soon … URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/the-melody-of-silence-silent-meditation-retreat/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260115T193156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T192549Z UID:10000034-1791244800-1791763199@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Bardo Teachings: Living with Joy\, Dying in Peace DESCRIPTION:Bardo Teachings: Living with Joy\, Dying in Peace\nOctober 6–11\, 2026 \nJoin Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche for a five-day Bardo meditation retreat at Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, exploring awareness\, the space between death and rebirth\, and the nature of life’s transitions. Drawing on the wisdom of the Tibetan Bön lineage\, this retreat supports cultivating inner strength\, clarity\, and peace\, offering practical guidance for meeting uncertainty\, change\, and impermanence with confidence and presence. \nRegistration Opening Soon … URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/bardo-teachings-living-with-joy-dying-in-peace/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260115T193300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T192456Z UID:10000032-1792108800-1792367999@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Chöd\, Part 2 with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/chod-part-2-with-tenzin-wangyal-rinpoche/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Berkeley\, Berkeley\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Dudok-Team-Up-1200-x-675-px.png.preview.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260220T172833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T165126Z UID:10000687-1793577600-1794009599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Sleep\, Dream\, Death & Liberation: Continuity of Awareness DESCRIPTION:Sleep\, Dream\, Death\, and Liberation: Exploring the Continuity of Awareness\nIn this five-day workshop\, we will explore how sleep\, dreams\, and even the process of death can become gateways to deeper awareness and freedom. We’ll draw from the Tibetan contemplative traditions of dream and sleep practice to reveal how awareness continues through all states of experience. \nThe retreat combines traditional teachings with insights from Western psychology and contemporary understandings of consciousness. Through meditation\, reflection\, and experiential practices\, participants will discover ways to integrate these teachings into everyday life. \nRather than remain solely in the realm of abstract philosophy\, we’ll emphasize direct experience — learning how ordinary experiences such as falling asleep\, dreaming\, and facing life’s transitions can become opportunities for greater clarity\, compassion\, and inner freedom. \nRecommended reading: Tibetan Yogas of Dream and Sleep\, by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche & Sleep & Awakening the Sacred Body\, by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \n\n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-esalen-sleepdreamlib/ LOCATION:Esalen Institute\, CA\, 55000 CA-1\, Big Sur\, CA\, 93920\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Esalen_SM_WS_02Nov_2026_Tenzin_Wangyal_Rinpoche1080x1350-002.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270111 DTSTAMP:20260707T132419 CREATED:20260220T173043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T205531Z UID:10000688-1798761600-1799625599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—2027 Winter Retreat DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-2027-winter-retreat/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR