An Update and Invitation from Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche to the Summer Retreat

Dear sangha,
As many of you have heard, at the age of 100 my root lama, His Eminence Yongdzin Tenzin Namdak Rinpoche, passed into parinirvana on June 12th. After spending eight days in tukdam, a profound state of meditation following death in which the body remains supple and the heart center warm, on June 21st, his body was brought from his mountain residence back to Triten Norbutse Monastery. I am so moved and beyond grateful that I could come to Nepal, see my precious teacher in his final meditation, and be with the monks and lamas of the monastery.
Throughout his remarkable life, His Eminence Yongdzin Rinpoche embodied selfless service in every action, every breath, every silence, and every word. He faced unimaginable hardships—losing his homeland, his monastery, and many beloved companions during his escape into exile. Yet, through it all, he remained a beacon of compassion and simplicity, never deviating from his unwavering path of devotion. In his presence, you didn’t just feel peace—you remembered your own innate goodness.
His Eminence Yongdzin Rinpoche always emphasized the importance of invoking Tapihritsa. Even in his final days he continued to recite the Invocation of Tapihritsa. And with unwavering clarity, he said: “I am inseparable from Rangjung Yeshe—Self-Arising Wisdom.” He was not just practicing—he had become the practice. He was not just pointing to awareness—he had become awareness.
On the occasion of his passing there are two changes to our summer retreat this year at Serenity Ridge. First, His Holiness Dawa Dhargyal Rinpoche, the 34th Menri Trizin, will not be able to attend because of his many responsibilities at this time. Second, honoring Yongdzin Rinpoche’s teachings—and the long, peaceful life he lived grounded in self-arising wisdom (Rangjung Yeshe)—we will dedicate part of our sessions to remembering him. His life and final teachings offer deep inspiration for our theme of longevity and vitality through self-realization. I look forward to sharing insights and weaving in the Invocation of Tapihritsa as a living connection to what he embodied. Inspired by my experiences during these past weeks, I will also offer an initiation during the retreat. This will be the first time I am offering a formal initiation. More information will be on our website. I invite you all to join me.
There is still space to attend either or both weeks of this retreat. For those of us with a direct connection to Yongdzin Rinpoche, this is a beautiful opportunity to practice together and share memories of his life and teachings. For those who did not have the opportunity to meet with him in this life, this is a chance to connect to a realized master whose living presence is still fully here with us. I hope many of you will join for this unique opportunity, in person or online.
With my love and blessings,
Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche
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Programa de entrenamiento DU TRI SU
Programa de entrenamiento DU TRI SU
Impartido por Geshe Denma Gyaltsen y asistido por Khandro Tsering Wangmo Khymsar
De marzo de 2025 a abril de 2027, aprende el Du Tri Su Drip Jong, el Ritual Yungdrung Bön para escoltar la conciencia del difunto a través del Bardo. Este ritual es del texto La Lámpara que Disipa la Oscuridad: El Manual de Prácticas del Du Tri Su que Purifica las Impurezas y Libera a Todos los Seres de las Profundidades del Samsara
La. Lámpara que Disipa la Oscuridad:
El manual de práctica del Du Tri Su que purifica las impurezas y libera a todos los seres de las profundidades del Samsara
El ciclo de Drip Jong Du Tri Su es un método poderoso y hábil para guiar la conciencia del difunto y proteger a ese individuo de los terrores de las experiencias del bardo (estado de conciencia después de la muerte). Esta práctica ritual y este texto agitan las profundidades del samsara y pueden purificar los obstáculos tanto para nosotros como para los demás, los vivos y los muertos. Con el cuidado y el respeto adecuados, incluso puede conducir al logro de la Budeidad, o la liberación total. Cuando se realiza en nombre de los muertos, este ritual protege la conciencia de vagar en los reinos del bardo del estado intermedio. Estas antiguas prácticas y rituales fueron enseñados directamente por el Buda Tonpa Shenrab, y la tradición se ha mantenido y practicado continuamente hasta el día de hoy.
Esta enseñanza y entrenamiento del Du Tri Su Drip Jong son importantes para los practicantes de Bön que desean más apoyo para sus propios preparativos para morir, así como para los estudiantes que desean beneficiar a los que han muerto.
El ritual Du Tri Su Drip Jong también puede realizarse para los vivos. Este ritual se realiza en casos de enfermedad, problemas de salud (físicos o emocionales) o para disipar obstáculos en la vida. Este ritual también puede realizarse para uno mismo. Cuando se realiza para los vivos o para los fallecidos, el principal beneficio es purificar las impurezas kármicas y acumular méritos.
Visión general
Este programa de capacitación incluirá cinco retiros de 5 días; tres retiros serán en Serenity Ridge, y dos serán en línea. También habrá sesiones mensuales en Zoom donde Geshe Denma Gyaltsen y Khandro Tsering Wangmo Khymsar estarán disponibles para apoyar a los estudiantes entre retiros. Únase a nosotros para esta oportunidad especial de aprender un poderoso ritual de la antigua tradición Yungdrung Bön.
Traducción al español: Habrá traducción simultánea en vivo al español para todas las sesiones.
Los participantes aprenderán:
- El significado y propósito de este poderoso ritual
- La preparación para el ritual DU TRI SU haciendo las tormas (ofrendas) requeridas
- Las oraciones centrales y su significado
- Cómo tocar los instrumentos rituales tibetanos utilizados en este ritual
- Cómo llevar a cabo el ritual y aprender las melodías de cada sección del ritual
Dos vías: Un Certificado de Finalización y un Certificado de Autorización para Realizar el Ritual para Otros
Se entregará un Certificado de Finalización a los participantes que completen el programa completo.
Para aquellos que deseen realizar el ritual para otros, se realizará una prueba durante el retiro final en Serenity Ridge. Aquellos que aprueben el examen recibirán un Certificado de Autorización, con permiso para realizar este ritual para otros.
Los participantes pueden optar por inscribirse para obtener cualquiera de los dos tipos de certificado. Ninguno de los dos certificados da permiso para enseñar el ritual, sino sólo para practicar o realizar el ritual.
Fechas del programa de capacitación
Sesión 1: 12-16 de marzo de 2025
Ubicación: Serenity Ridge
Sesión 2: 10-14 de septiembre de 2025
Ubicación: En línea
Sesión 3: 11-15 de marzo de 2026
Ubicación: Serenity Ridge
Sesión 4: 9-13 de septiembre de 2026
Ubicación: En línea
Sesión 5: 7-11 de abril de 2027 – Prueba final
Del 7 al 9 de abril se revisará
El 10 y 11 de abril será para la prueba
Ubicación: Serenity Ridge. Aquellos que no deseen hacerse la prueba pueden unirse en línea para los 3 días de revisión.
Las enseñanzas comienzan en la mañana de la primera fecha indicada; Para cada sesión que se lleva a cabo en Serenity Ridge, los participantes llegan la tarde del día antes de que comiencen las enseñanzas.
Sesiones mensuales en línea de una hora
Fechas por anunciar.
2025: Abril, Mayo, Junio, Julio, Agosto, Octubre, Noviembre, Diciembre
2026: Enero, Febrero, Abril, Mayo, Junio, Julio, Agosto, Octubre, Noviembre, Diciembre
2027: Enero, Febrero, Marzo
Requisitos de asistencia
- Se requiere la asistencia a las tres capacitaciones presenciales en Serenity Ridge y dos capacitaciones en línea para recibir un certificado de autorización.
- Si está interesado en obtener el Certificado de Finalización, el programa del tercer año en abril de 2027 puede asistir en persona o en línea.
- Las sesiones mensuales de práctica y enseñanza en vivo en zoom se pueden ver en vivo o a través de grabaciones, pero se recomienda encarecidamente la asistencia en vivo.
Solicitud y registro
Haga clic aquí para completar el formulario de solicitud – https://forms.gle/UkwVHSCoJDYJfnKHA
Una vez que el comité de solicitud revise y apruebe su solicitud, recibirá el enlace para registrarse en el retiro.
Costos
- Hay un depósito no reembolsable de $ 500 USD que se paga al momento de la aceptación del programa de capacitación
- La tarifa del programa de capacitación (esto incluye el depósito no reembolsable de $ 500 USD) es la siguiente:
- Año 1, marzo y septiembre de 2025: $1,590 USD
- Año 2, marzo y septiembre de 2026: $1,590 USD
- Año 3, abril de 2027: $520 USD por revisión en línea de 3 días; $790 USD por retiro de 5 días en Serenity Ridge con pruebas finales.
- Cargo adicional por alojamiento y comidas. Hay varios tipos de alojamiento que van desde $ 415 USD (campamento) hasta $ 1,275 USD (habitación privada) para cada uno de los programas de 5 días. Las comidas están incluidas en el precio.
Los planes de pago están disponibles.
- El precio del programa de formación incluye:
- Participación en el programa de formación
- Materiales de apoyo impresos y electrónicos
- Suministros rituales para la elaboración de torma en Serenity Ridge
- Entre retiros, una vez al mes, sesiones grupales de Zoom de una hora con Geshe Denma Gyaltsen y Khandro Tsering Wangmo Khymsar
- Grabaciones de audio y video en línea descargables
- No incluido en la cuota:
- Costo del viaje a Serenity Ridge
- Tarifa de alojamiento y comidas en Serenity Ridge
- Compra de instrumentos rituales (no es obligatorio pero se recomienda)
- Compra de insumos para practicar la elaboración de torma en casa
Fechas de vencimiento de los pagos
Un depósito no reembolsable de $500 USD debe pagarse dentro de los 30 días posteriores a la aprobación de su solicitud. Para las solicitudes aprobadas dentro de los 14 días posteriores al inicio del programa, el pago se debe realizar en su totalidad. El pago completo de la tarifa anual del programa de capacitación y las tarifas de alojamiento y comidas de Serenity Ridge se deben pagar de la siguiente manera:
Vencimiento del 18 de febrero de 2025: tarifa de $ 1,590 USD para el programa de capacitación, que incluye enseñanzas en Serenity Ridge en marzo de 2025 y el programa en línea en septiembre de 2025, así como sesiones mensuales de zoom. Además, la tarifa de alojamiento para el retiro de marzo en Serenity Ridge oscila entre $ 415 USD (habitación con litera) y $ 1,275 USD (habitación privada) para cada uno de los programas de 5 días. Las comidas están incluidas en el precio del alojamiento.
Vencimiento el 17 de febrero de 2026: tarifa de $ 1,590 USD para el programa de capacitación, que incluye enseñanzas en Serenity Ridge en marzo de 2026 y el programa en línea en septiembre de 2026, así como sesiones mensuales de zoom. Además, la tarifa de alojamiento para el retiro de marzo en Serenity Ridge oscila entre $ 415 USD (habitación con litera) y $ 1,275 USD (habitación privada) para cada uno de los programas de 5 días. Las comidas están incluidas en el precio del alojamiento.
Vencimiento del 16 de marzo de 2027: Para aquellos que buscan el certificado de finalización, una tarifa de $ 790 USD para el programa de capacitación incluye las sesiones mensuales en línea hasta marzo de 2027 y la prueba para el Certificado de Autorización. Para aquellos que deseen unirse a la revisión en línea de 3 días para el Certificado de Finalización, se deben pagar $ 520 USD antes del 23 de marzo de 2027. Además, la tarifa del alojamiento para el retiro de abril en Serenity Ridge oscila entre $ 415 USD (habitación con litera) y $ 1,275 USD (habitación privada) para cada uno de los programas de 5 días. Las comidas están incluidas en el precio del alojamiento.
Una opción para un plan de pago está disponible durante el proceso de registro.
Política de cancelación
No hay reembolsos una vez que se ha recibido el pago.
DU TRI SU Training Program Starts March 2025!
DU TRI SU Training Program
Taught by Geshe Denma Gyaltsen and Assisted by Khandro Tsering Wangmo Khymsar
From March 2025 through April 2027, learn the Du Tri Su Drip Jong, the Yungdrung Bön Ritual for escorting the consciousness of the deceased through the Bardo. This ritual is from the text: The Lamp that Dispels Darkness: The Practice Manual of the DU TRI SU that Purifies Defilements and Liberates All Beings from the Depths of Samsara
The Du Tri Su Drip Jong cycle is a powerful and skillful method of guiding the consciousness of the deceased and protecting that individual from the terrors of the bardo (after death state of the consciousness) experiences. This ritual practice and text stir the depths of samsara and can purify obstacles both for ourselves and for others, the living and the dead. With proper care and respect, it can even lead to the attainment of Buddhahood, or total liberation. When done on behalf of the dead, this ritual protects the consciousness from wandering in the the bardo realms of the intermediate state. These ancient practices and rituals were taught directly by Buddha Tonpa Shenrab, and the tradition has been held and practiced continually until the present day.
This teaching and training of the Du Tri Su Drip Jong are important for Bön practitioners who would like more support for their own preparations for dying, as well as for students who want to benefit those who have died.
The Du Tri Su Drip Jong ritual can also be performed for the living. This ritual would be done for occasions such as illness, any health issue (physical or emotional), or to dispel any obstacles in life. This ritual can also be done for oneself. When done for the living or for those who have passed away, the main benefit is to purify karmic defilements and to accumulate merit.
Watch the interview with Geshe Denma and Khandro Tsering
Overview
This training program will include five 5-day retreats; three retreats will be at Serenity Ridge, and two will be online. There will also be monthly sessions on Zoom where Geshe Denma Gyaltsen and Khandro Tsering Wangmo Khymsar will be available to support students in between retreats. Join us for this special opportunity to learn a powerful ritual from the ancient Yungdrung Bön tradition.
Translation into Spanish: Live simultaneous translation into Spanish will be available for all sessions.
Participants Will Learn
- The meaning and purpose of this powerful ritual
- The preparation for the DU TRI SU ritual making the required tormas (offerings)
- The core prayers and their meaning
- How to play the Tibetan ritual instruments used in this ritual
- How to conduct the ritual and learn the melodies of each ritual section
Two Tracks: A Certificate of Participation & A Certificate of Authorization to Perform Ritual for Others
A Certificate of Completion will be given to participants who complete the full program.
For those who wish to perform the ritual for others, there will be a test given during the final retreat at Serenity Ridge. Those passing the examination will be given a Certificate of Authorization, with permission to perform this ritual for others.
Participants can choose to register for either type of certificate. Neither certificate gives permission to teach the ritual, but only to practice or perform the ritual.
Training Program Dates
Session 1: March 12-16, 2025
Location: Serenity Ridge
Session 2: September 10-14, 2025
Location: Online
Session 3: March 11-15, 2026
Location: Serenity Ridge
Session 4: September 9-13, 2026
Location: Online
Session 5: April 7-11, 2027 – Final Test
April 7-9 will be for review
April 10 & 11 will be for the test
Location: Serenity Ridge. Those who do not wish to be tested may join online for the 3 days of review.
Teachings begin on the morning of the first date listed; For each session taking place at Serenity Ridge, participants arrive the afternoon ofn the day before the teachings begin.
Monthly one-hour online sessions
Dates to be announced.
2025: April, May, June, July, August, October, November, December
2026: January, February, April, May, June, July, August, October, November, December
2027: January, February, March
Attendance Requirements
- Attendance at the three in-person trainings at Serenity Ridge and two online trainings are required in order to receive a certificate of authorization.
- If you are interested in pursuing the Certificate of Completion, the third year’s program in April 2027 may be attended in-person or online.
- The monthly live practice and teaching sessions on zoom may be viewed live or via recordings, but live attendance is strongly encouraged.
Application & Registration
Click here to fill out the application form.
Once the application committee reviews and approves your application, you will receive the link to register for the retreat.
Costs
- The fee for the training program is as follows:
- There is an non-refundable $500 deposit
- upon acceptance to the training program
- Year 1, March & September 2025: $1,590
- Year 2, March & September 2026: $1,590
- Year 3, April 2027: $520 for 3-day online review; $790 for 5 day retreat at Serenity Ridge with final testing
- Additional fee for accommodations and meals. There are a number of types of accommodations ranging from $415 (camping, includes meals) to $1,275 (private room, includes meals), with other options in between, for each of the 5-day programs
- Payment plans are available
- The fee for the training program includes:
- Participation in the training program
- Printed and electronic support materials
- Ritual supplies for torma making at Serenity Ridge
- In between retreats, once per month, one-hour group Zoom sessions with Geshe Denma Gyaltsen and Khandro Tsering Wangmo Khymsar
- Downloadable online video and audio recordings
- Not included in the fee:
- Travel cost to Serenity Ridge
- Fee for accommodations & meals at Serenity Ridge
- Purchase of ritual instruments (not required but recommended)
- Purchase of supplies to practice torma making at home
Payment Due Dates
A $500 non-refundable deposit is due within 30 days notice of your application’s approval. For applications approved within 14 days of the start of the program, payment is due in fullFull payment for annual the training program fee and Serenity Ridge accommodations and meal fees are due as follows:
Due February 18, 2025: $1,590 fee for the training program, which includes teachings at Serenity Ridge in March 2025 and the online program in September 2025, as well as monthly zoom sessions. Additionally, the fee for accommodations for the March retreat at Serenity Ridge ranges from $415 (bunk bed room) to $1,275 (private room) for each of the 5-day programs. Meals are included in the price of accommodations.
Due February 17, 2026: $1,590 fee for the training program, which includes teachings at Serenity Ridge in March 2026 and the online program in September 2026, as well as monthly zoom sessions. Additionally, the fee for accommodations for the March retreat at Serenity Ridge ranges from $415 (bunk bed room) to $1,275 (private room) for each of the 5-day programs. Meals are included in the price of accommodations.
Due March 16, 2027: For those pursuing the certificate of completion, a $790 fee for the training program includes the monthly online sessions through March 2027, and test for the Certificate of Authorization. For those who wish to join for the 3-day online review for the Certificate of Completion, $520 is due by March 23rd, 2027. Additionally, the fee for accommodations for the April retreat at Serenity Ridge ranges from $415 (bunk bed room) to $1,275 (private room) for each of the 5-day programs. Meals are included in the price of accommodations.
An option for a payment plan is available during the registration process.
Cancellation Policy
There are no refunds once payment has been received.
Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche’s Worldwide Teaching Schedule in 2025
Here is Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche’s upcoming teaching schedule so far for 2025.
Updates will be provided on Ligmincha International’s website and the organizers’ website as they become available.
January 9, 2025. Curitiba, Brasil –Public Talk: Sleeping, Dreaming, and Healing – Ligmincha Brasil
January 10-12, 2025. Curitiba, Brasil – Retreat: Dream Yoga – Ligmincha Brasil
February 17-21, 2025. Esalen, California – Workshop: Dream Yoga – Esalen Institute
March 6-9, 2025. Valle de Bravo, Mexico – Retreat: Five Wisdoms, Part 2 – Ligmincha Mexico
March 28-30, 2025. Houston, Texas – Retreat: TBA – Ligmincha Texas
April 4-6, 2025. Berkeley, California – Retreat: Twenty-One Nails, Part 6. – Ligmincha Berkeley
April 9-13, 2025. Shipman, Virginia – Retreat: 2025 Spring Wellness Retreat – Serenity Ridge Retreat Center
April 25-27, 2025. Vienna, Austria – Retreat: Six Lokas – Ligmincha Austria
May 9-11, 2025. Amsterdam, Netherlands – Retreat: TBA – Ligmincha Netherlands
May 30-June 1, 2025. Bulle, France – Retreat: TBA – Ligmincha France & Suisse Romande
July 12-26, 2025. Shipman, Virginia – Retreat: 2025 Summer Retreat TBA – Serenity Ridge Retreat Center
August 11-17, 2025. Buchenau, Germany – Retreat: TBA – Ligmincha Germany
August 19-24, 2025. Wilga, Poland – Retreat: Experiential Transmission of Zhang Zhung, Part 1. – Ligmincha Poland
August 30-31, 2025. Bourg-en-Bresse, France – Retreat: TBA – Ligmincha France & Suisse Romande
October 7-12, 2025. Shipman, Virginia – Serenity Ridge Dialogues: Powa – Serenity Ridge Retreat Center
November 3-7, 2025. Esalen, California – Workshop: TBA – Esalen Institute
December 27, 2025 – January 1, 2026. Shipman, Virginia – Retreat: WinterRetreat TBA – Serenity Ridge Retreat Center
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