DAILY SCHEDULE
JANUARY 31 THRU MARCH 29
*To view the complete Winter Study Program click here
MONDAYS
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PERSONAL Meditation Practice Meets: Mondays thru Thursdays all winter session Time: 6-7 pm During Open Meditation practice individuals are welcome to come to the temple for silent meditation, shinay, or their own mantra meditation practice. Weekday evening practices will be attended by our resident teachers, Tsunma Rinchen Khandro or Khenpo Samdup or both. This practice is suitable for all students. |
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PERSONAL MEDITATION TRAINING Meets: Mondays | Feb 22 & Mar 1, 3, 8, 15, 22 Time: 1/2 hr sessions between 7–8:30pm Tuition: $20-40 sliding scale for entire course Registration: Students must register for their time in advance: to register email sangha@gardrolma.org or call the center office at 252-2220 During the Meditation Tsunma Rinchen Khandro will work individually with students of all levels of experience to provide training in meditation. If you have no experience with meditation, Tsunma will work with you on Calm-Abiding meditation to simply quiet the mind. If you have a little more experience and have a particular practice you would like to work on, please let Tsunma know which practice at the time of registration. If you are somewhere in between - just bring your questoins to Tsunma and she will guide you. |
TUESDAYS
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PERSONAL Meditation Practice Meets: Mondays thru Thursdays all winter session Time: 6-7 pm During Open Meditation practice individuals are welcome to come to the temple for silent meditation, shinay, or their own mantra meditation practice. Weekday evening practices will be attended by our resident teachers, Tsunma Rinchen Khandro or Khenpo Samdup or both. This practice is suitable for all students. |
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GONG CHIK CLASS Meets: Tuesday & Thursday evenings Dates: Feb 23, 25 & Mar 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 Time: 7–8:30pm Tuition: $40-75 sliding scale for entire course Registration: at the door In this class Khenpo Samdup will teach from the classical Buddhist text called Gong Chik. The Gong Chik is a compilation of the essential aspects of Buddhism written by Lord Jigten Sumgon– founder of the Drikung Kagyu lineage. This class is suitable for both beginning and intermediate-level students. |
WEDNESDAYS
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PERSONAL Meditation Practice Meets: Mondays thru Thursdays all winter session Time: 6-7 pm During Open Meditation practice individuals are welcome to come to the temple for silent meditation, shinay, or their own mantra meditation practice. Weekday evening practices will be attended by our resident teachers, Tsunma Rinchen Khandro or Khenpo Samdup or both. This practice is suitable for all students. |
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PERSONAL MEDITATION TRAINING Meets: Wednesdays | Feb 24 & Mar 3, 10, 17, 24 Time: 1/2 hr sessions between 7–8:30pm Tuition: $20-40 sliding scale for entire course Registration: Students must register for their time in advance: to register email sangha@gardrolma.org or call the center office at 252-2220 During the IMeditation Tsunma Rinchen Khandro will work individually with students of all levels of experience to provide training in meditation. If you have no experience with meditation, Tsunma will work with you on Calm-Abiding meditation to simply quiet the mind. If you have a little more experience and have a particular practice you would like to work on, please let Tsunma know which practice at the time of registration. If you are somewhere in between - just bring your questoins to Tsunma and she will guide you. |
THURSDAYS
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PERSONAL Meditation Practice Meets: Mondays thru Thursdays all winter session Time: 6-7 pm During Open Meditation practice individuals are welcome to come to the temple for silent meditation, shinay, or their own mantra meditation practice. Weekday evening practices will be attended by our resident teachers, Tsunma Rinchen Khandro or Khenpo Samdup or both. This practice is suitable for all students. |
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GONG CHIK CLASS Meets: Tuesday & Thursday evenings Dates: Feb 23, 25 & Mar 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 Time: 7–8:30pm Tuition: $40-75 sliding scale for entire course Registration: at the door In this class Khenpo Samdup will teach from the classical Buddhist text called Gong Chik. The Gong Chik is a compilation of the essential aspects of Buddhism written by Lord Jigten Sumgon– founder of the Drikung Kagyu lineage. This class is suitable for both beginning and intermediate-level students. |
SATURDAYS
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INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION CLASS |
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INTRODUCTION TO BUDDHISM CLASS Khenpo Samdup will discuss Buddha Nature, the 4 Nobel Truths, Buddhist View, Conduct, and the 2 Truths. This class will be taught for beginners. |
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VAJRAYOGINI PRACTICE Meets: Saturday afternoons, Feb 20 & Mar 20 & 27 Time: 4–6 pm Refuge & empowerment required. |
SUNDAYS
TEMPLE OPENS: 8:30 am
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PERSONAL Meditation Practice Meets: Sunday Mornings winter session Time: 9–10 am During Open Meditation practice individuals are welcome to come to the temple for silent meditation, shinay, or their own mantra meditation practice. Weekday evening practices will be attended by our resident teachers, Tsunma Rinchen Khandro or Khenpo Samdup or both. This practice is suitable for all students. |
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WHITE Tara Practice Meets: Sunday Mornings winter session Time: 10–11:15 am White Tara Meditation Practice is one of the several forms of deity yoga meditation practiced at Gar Drolma. Join us in this beautiful meditation designed to develop loving kindness and compassion. |
tea break: 11:15-11:30 am
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DHARMA discussion & Teachings Meets: Sunday mornings all winter session Time: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm On Sundays there will be a short reading from a sangha member and discussion to follow. During late February and March Khenpo Samdrup will teach on Sunday mornings. His teaching will include such topics as the 12 Links of Interdependent Origination, Bodhicitta, the 3 Vehicles and White Tara Practice. |
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SANGHA CAFE Meets: Sundays, Feb 28 & Mar 7, 14, 21, 28 Time: 12:30–2 pm Donation: $5 On Sundays after practice Khenpo and Tsunma will serve a light meal for the sangha. Everyone welcome! |
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WISDOM CLASS for kids ages 9-16 Meets: Sunday afternoons | Feb 28 & Mar 7, 14, 21, 28 Time: 2-3 pm Tuition & Registration: none Khenpo Sandup will teach children basic Buddhist thought and practice. Parents should plan to remain at the temple for the duration of the class. All children, regardless of spiritual background, are welcome. |
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DHARMA PROTECTOR PRACTICE: ACHI CHOKYI DROLMA Meets: *schedule change this practice will be held Winter session thru March 14 Time: 4:30-5:30 pm Join us in the practice of the Drikung Kagyu Dharma Protector Achi Chokyi Dolma. |
Temple closeD: 6pm
How can I participate in programming?
If you are interested in developing a quarterly program at Gar Drolma, please click here.
Do I need to sit perfectly still?
In the tradition of Buddhism founda at Gar Drolma it is not necessary to sit perfectly still in order to participate in meditation or other events.
What if I need a special appointment?
If you need to make a special appointment to come to the temple at a time not listed, please contact us at: 252-2220 or email: sangha@gardrolma.org
How do I know if the center is open during bad weather?
In the unlikely event that the weather is very extreme we may cancel Sunday morning practice. Please stay tuned to the home page of this website for such announcements.
Do I need to be a Buddhist to attend Gar Drolma
Not at all! No previous experience with Buddhism is necessary in order to attend practices. In fact, we all began with no experience!
What types of people are welcome at the center?
We are an open and inclusive sangha, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, income, sexual orientation or political orientation. We are a very diverse group of people with members from many walks of life.
I cannot sit on the floor, will I be able to sit in a chair?
We sit on cushions at the center. In addition, we have pews available. If you would like to bring a different seat, you are welcome to do so.
Are there any rules I should know about before coming to the center?
We ask individuals to abstain from alcohol or illicit drugs at any dharma-related function at Gar Drolma Choling.
May I bring my kids to the center?
Our events are open to children.