RETREAT—Clear Light, Natural Mind: The Direct Path of Dzogchen
June 26 - July 11
With Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche and honored guest, H.H. the 34th Menri Trizin Rinpoche
June 26 – July 11, 2026 | Serenity Ridge Retreat Center, Virginia
Register for the first weekend, Week 1, Week 2 silent retreat, or the full two-week retreat.
Deepen your Dzogchen meditation practice at a rare summer retreat with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. Explore the nature of mind, release obstacles to meditation, and cultivate clarity, awareness, and compassion in a supportive, immersive retreat environment. Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators.
Retreat Highlights:
- Teachings & Empowerment: Join His Holiness the 34th Menri Trizin Rinpoche online for special teachings June 27–28. Receive the Rigpa Tsal Wang empowerment from the Zhang Zhung Nyengyü Bon Dzogchen tradition (July 4) and direct pointing-out instructions (July 5) from Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche.
- Two-Week Immersion: Week 1 includes guided Dzogchen practices; Week 2 continues in silent retreat for deep integration, reflection, and direct experience of natural awareness.
- Practice: Learn Trekchöd (cutting through confusion) and Tögal (direct crossing) techniques, clear inner obstacles, strengthen meditation confidence, and bring mindfulness into daily life.
This retreat offers a transformative opportunity to connect with the living Dzogchen lineage and integrate lasting insight, openness, and clarity into your practice.
Retreat Dates & Registration Options:
- Full Retreat: June 26–July 11, 2026
- Weekend: June 26–28, 2026
- Week 1: June 26–July 4, 2026
- Week 2: July 4–11, 2026
REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 3
