Teachers

Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche

Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche, founder and spiritual director of Ligmincha International, is one of only a few masters of the Bön Dzogchen tradition presently living in the West. An accomplished scholar in the Bön Buddhist textual traditions of philosophy, exegesis, and debate, Tenzin Rinpoche completed a rigorous11-year course of traditional studies at the Bönpo Monastic Center (Menri Monastery) in India, where he received his Geshe, degree. In 1992 Tenzin Rinpoche founded Ligmincha International in order to preserve and introduce to the West the religious teachings and arts of the ancient Tibetan Bön Buddhist tradition. Fluent in English, Rinpoche is known for his clear, lively, and insightful teaching style and his ability to make Tibetan practices easily accessible to the Western student. He is a highly respected and beloved teacher to students throughout the United States, Mexico, and Europe. In addition to Ligmincha International’s affiliates in the United States, Rinpoche has  established centers in Central and South America, Europe and India.

Rinpoche is the author of 10 books: Wonders of the Natural Mind, in which he presents the view and practice of the Bön Dzogchen teachings; and The Tibetan Yogas of Dream and Sleep; Healing with Form, Energy, and Light: The Five Elements in Tibetan Shamanism, Tantra, and Dzogchen; Unbounded Wholeness; Tibetan Sound Healing; Tibetan Yogas of Body, Speech and Mind; Awakening the Sacred Body; Awakening the Luminous Mind; The True Source of Healing; and Spontaneous Creativity.

Events with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche

2025 Summer Retreat (Week 1): Longevity & Vitality Through Self-Realization
July 12 - 19, 2025

Join us for one or both weeks for a transformative retreat focused on restoring and revitalizing our life force through self-realization. This retreat shares the teachings, transmission, and initiation of the Tsewang Jarima of Tsewang Rikdzin —an ancient longevity practice from the Bӧn tradition of Tibet. Important update: On the occasion of the recent passing of Yongdzin Tenzin Namgak Rinpoche, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche’s root lama, and teacher to many in our sangha, we must make some changes to what was initially announced for this retreat. 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. This retreat includes: Transmission of ancient Tibetan wisdom in modern and accessible ways and with direct guidance on integrating these practices into daily life.Initiation by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. Rinpoche is inspired to offer an initiation honoring the occasion of Yongdzin Rinpoche’s passing. This will be the first time he is offering a  formal initiation.  Exploration of the stories and identities that restrict our ability to…

2025 Summer Retreat (Week 1 & 2): Longevity & Vitality Through Self-Realization
July 12 - 26, 2025

Join us for one or both weeks for a transformative retreat focused on restoring and revitalizing our life force through self-realization. This retreat shares the teachings, transmission, and initiation of the Tsewang Jarima of Tsewang Rikdzin —an ancient longevity practice from the Bӧn tradition of Tibet. Important update: On the occasion of the recent passing of Yongdzin Tenzin Namgak Rinpoche, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche’s root lama, and teacher to many in our sangha, we must make some changes to what was initially announced for this retreat. 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. This retreat includes: Transmission of ancient Tibetan wisdom in modern and accessible ways and with direct guidance on integrating these practices into daily life.Initiation by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. Rinpoche is inspired to offer an initiation honoring the occasion of Yongdzin Rinpoche’s passing. This will be the first time he is offering a  formal initiation.  Exploration of the stories and identities that restrict our ability to…

ONLINE: 2025 Summer Retreat (Week 1): Longevity & Vitality Through Self-Realization
July 12 - 19, 2025

Join us for one or both weeks for a transformative retreat focused on restoring and revitalizing our life force through self-realization. This retreat shares the teachings, transmission, and initiation of the Tsewang Jarima of Tsewang Rikdzin —an ancient longevity practice from the Bӧn tradition of Tibet. Important update: On the occasion of the recent passing of Yongdzin Tenzin Namgak Rinpoche, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche’s root lama, and teacher to many in our sangha, we must make some changes to what was initially announced for this retreat. 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. This retreat includes: Transmission of ancient Tibetan wisdom in modern and accessible ways and with direct guidance on integrating these practices into daily life.Initiation by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. Rinpoche is inspired to offer an initiation honoring the occasion of Yongdzin Rinpoche’s passing. This will be the first time he is offering a  formal initiation.  Exploration of the stories and identities that restrict our ability to…

ONLINE: 2025 Summer Retreat (Week 1 & 2): Longevity & Vitality Through Self-Realization
July 12 - 26, 2025

Join us for one or both weeks for a transformative retreat focused on restoring and revitalizing our life force through self-realization. This retreat shares the teachings, transmission, and initiation of the Tsewang Jarima of Tsewang Rikdzin —an ancient longevity practice from the Bӧn tradition of Tibet. Important update: On the occasion of the recent passing of Yongdzin Tenzin Namgak Rinpoche, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche’s root lama, and teacher to many in our sangha, we must make some changes to what was initially announced for this retreat. 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. This retreat includes: Transmission of ancient Tibetan wisdom in modern and accessible ways and with direct guidance on integrating these practices into daily life.Initiation by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. Rinpoche is inspired to offer an initiation honoring the occasion of Yongdzin Rinpoche’s passing. This will be the first time he is offering a  formal initiation.  Exploration of the stories and identities that restrict our ability to…

2025 Post-Auction Dinner
July 18, 2025

This summer, Serenity Ridge will be having a fundraising auction on July 18, 2025. Join us for a catered dinner after the auction with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche and Geshe Denma Gyaltsen, resident lama at Ligmincha Texas. We welcome your participation at both the auction and dinner. The auction begins at 3:00 p.m. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. Please join us early for the auction if you wish.    

2025 Summer Retreat (Week 2): Longevity & Vitality Through Self-Realization
July 19 - 26, 2025

Join us for one or both weeks for a transformative retreat focused on restoring and revitalizing our life force through self-realization. This retreat shares the teachings, transmission, and initiation of the Tsewang Jarima of Tsewang Rikdzin —an ancient longevity practice from the Bӧn tradition of Tibet. Important update: On the occasion of the recent passing of Yongdzin Tenzin Namgak Rinpoche, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche’s root lama, and teacher to many in our sangha, we must make some changes to what was initially announced for this retreat. 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. This retreat includes: Transmission of ancient Tibetan wisdom in modern and accessible ways and with direct guidance on integrating these practices into daily life.Initiation by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. Rinpoche is inspired to offer an initiation honoring the occasion of Yongdzin Rinpoche’s passing. This will be the first time he is offering a  formal initiation.  Exploration of the stories and identities that restrict our ability to…

ONLINE: 2025 Summer Retreat (Week 2): Longevity & Vitality Through Self-Realization
July 19 - 26, 2025

Join us for one or both weeks for a transformative retreat focused on restoring and revitalizing our life force through self-realization. This retreat shares the teachings, transmission, and initiation of the Tsewang Jarima of Tsewang Rikdzin —an ancient longevity practice from the Bӧn tradition of Tibet. Important update: On the occasion of the recent passing of Yongdzin Tenzin Namgak Rinpoche, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche’s root lama, and teacher to many in our sangha, we must make some changes to what was initially announced for this retreat. 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. This retreat includes: Transmission of ancient Tibetan wisdom in modern and accessible ways and with direct guidance on integrating these practices into daily life.Initiation by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. Rinpoche is inspired to offer an initiation honoring the occasion of Yongdzin Rinpoche’s passing. This will be the first time he is offering a  formal initiation.  Exploration of the stories and identities that restrict our ability to…