RETREAT—Five Elements Certification Program

Five Elements Certification Program

A Three-Year Tibetan Bön Buddhist Training with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche

The 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.

Drawing 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.

The 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.

This 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.