Conferences/Retreats - Sadhana of Mahamudra Seminar with Richard (Kunga Dawa) Arthure

Friday, July 30 - Saturday, July 31

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The Sadhana of Mahamudra is a powerful guru yoga practice whose purpose is to enable us to invoke the blessings of the Practice Lineage and to renew spiritual strength. But how are we to understand the wild and wrathful imagery of its symbolism, which may at first seem rather strange and outlandish? And how can the sadhana help to purify the degenerate state of meditation practice and enable us to see the living Dharma within?

This seminar will include talks, group practice, and individual instruction.

Schedule:
Friday 7:30 PM Public Talk
Saturday 9:00 – 5:00

Please note: We will be collecting a Teaching Gift at the door as well ~ suggested donation of $10 - $20.


Kunga Dawa (Richard Arthure) became a close student of Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche in 1966. He was the first Westerner trained by the Vidyadhara as a meditation instructor and authorized by him to teach the Dharma. He traveled to India, Sikkim and Bhutan with Trungpa Rinpoche, was present with him at Tagtsang when the Sadhana of Mahamudra was revealed and co-created the English language version of it. Kunga Dawa was a co-founder of the Karme Choling Center in Vermont in 1970 and has traveled and taught extensively in the US, Canada and Europe. He completed a three year retreat in northern New Mexico in 2003 and currently resides in Boulder, Colorado.

Fee: $85 members ($100 general public) Pre-registration recommended

Conferences/Retreats - One-Day Retreat Led by Michael Liebenson Grady

Saturday, July 31

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Since the time of the Buddha, intensive retreat practice has been considered crucial for the maturing of insight. The simplicity and support of the retreat environment encourage a continuity of awareness. Retreats can help develop qualities such as confidence, perseverance, mindfulness, concentration and the unfolding of wisdom and compassion.

Retreats are held in silence and meals are provided. All retreats include instruction, interviews and/or discussion in addition to meditation practice. There is also a short period of mindful work. Fee: $60.00 Pre-registration required

Conferences/Retreats - Sadhana of Mahamudra Seminar for Vajrayana Practitioners with Richard (Kunga Dawa) Arthure

Sunday, August 1

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

In this one day program, restricted to vajrayana practitioners, we will explore and unpack some of the profound instructions embedded in the Sadhana of Mahamudra. How are we to understand the boundless space of suchness, the single circle beyond confusion, the wisdom of the 4th abhishekha? And how can we directly experience the 3 kinds of confidence?

Talks, group practice and individual instruction will be included, and the day will culminate with a celebratory feast practice.

Pre-requisite: Vajrayana Seminary
Please note: We will be collecting a Teaching Gift at the door as well ~ suggested donation of $10 - $20.


Kunga Dawa (Richard Arthure) became a close student of Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche in 1966. He was the first Westerner trained by the Vidyadhara as a meditation instructor and authorized by him to teach the Dharma. He traveled to India, Sikkim and Bhutan with Trungpa Rinpoche, was present with him at Tagtsang when the Sadhana of Mahamudra was revealed and co-created the English language version of it. Kunga Dawa was a co-founder of the Karme Choling Center in Vermont in 1970 and has traveled and taught extensively in the US, Canada and Europe. He completed a three year retreat in northern New Mexico in 2003 and currently resides in Boulder, Colorado.

Fee: $85 members ($125, if attending Sadhana of Mahamudra Seminar as well) Pre-registration recommended

Conferences/Retreats - One-Day Retreat Led by Larry Rosenberg

Saturday, August 14

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Since the time of the Buddha, intensive retreat practice has been considered crucial for the maturing of insight. The simplicity and support of the retreat environment encourage a continuity of awareness. Retreats can help develop qualities such as confidence, perseverance, mindfulness, concentration and the unfolding of wisdom and compassion.

Retreats are held in silence and meals are provided. All retreats include instruction, interviews and/or discussion in addition to meditation practice. There is also a short period of mindful work. Fee: $60.00 Pre-registration required

Conferences/Retreats - Yong Maeng Jong Jin Retreats

Saturday, August 21 - Sunday, August 22

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Retreat is a time to look inside and investigate our life. It is an opportunity to clear our mind of habitual thinking and access our wisdom and compassion. Yong Maeng Jong Jin means “to leap like a tiger while sitting” a Korean term traditionally used to describe intensive Zen meditation. It points to the state of clarity and wisdom we experience that is both relaxed and wide like space, and clear and meticulous as the tip of a needle, so that we can use our experience to help ourselves and this world, moment to moment.

Conferences/Retreats - Yong Maeng Jong Jin Retreat with Steve Cohen, JDSPN

Saturday, August 21 - Sunday, August 22

4:30 AM - 9:30 PM

Retreat is a time to look inside and investigate our life. It is an opportunity to clear our mind of habitual thinking and access our wisdom and compassion. Yong Maeng Jong Jin means “to leap like a tiger while sitting” a Korean term traditionally used to describe intensive Zen meditation. It points to the state of clarity and wisdom we experience that is both relaxed and wide like space, and clear and meticulous as the tip of a needle, so that we can use our experience to help ourselves and this world, moment to moment.

All YMJJ retreats consist of sitting and walking meditation, bowing, chanting, kong-an interviews, formal meals, work practice and optional yoga.

Orientation for newcomers:
Saturday 8:00am and Sunday 8:00am. (Only one orientation is necessary.) For queries, or to register online, contact director@cambridgezen.com, or call 617-576-3229 Mon - Thur, 9am-12pm. A 50% deposit is required for registration which can be made online (above) or send in your payment by check.The balance payment may be made upon arrival in check or cash at orientation.  If you are registering for a Friday, orientation is on Friday at 9am.

Please call 617-576-3229 between 9am-12pm Mon - Thur for more information. Also more info on Calendar. You may pay for your retreat online.  Please be sure to enter how many and which days the retreat covers.
Fee: $65 for non-members, $45 for KUSZ members & seniors, $35 for DTITs, DTs & studen Pre-registration recommended

Conferences/Retreats - Back to Nature Retreats in New Hampshire with Carol Faulkner

Monday, August 30 - Friday, September 3

Contact organization for times.

Retreat to this beautiful, peaceful island camp owned by the Appalachian Mountain Club located on Lake Winnipesaukee near Meredith, NH for a transformative yoga experience. We have this small wooded island to ourselves to completely retreat from the distractions of daily life and immerse in nature and yoga.

August 30–September 3: For people who have at least 1 year of Iyengar yoga instruction, and are able to work on handstands, headstands and backbends. Pranayama, meditation, and yoga philosophy will be included.

Both retreats include vegetarian meals by Katie LeLievre. There is also swimming, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, and hiking. You will have your own private rustic lakeside cabin with a rocking chair on the porch, kerosene lantern for light and sun shower for washing. Meals are served at the main lodge which has electricity, hot water, comfy chairs and a roaring fireplace for cozy nights. Bring your own mat, other props will be provided.

Cost: $600. Please send $100 non-refundable deposit to secure your reservation. Balance due 6/1, no refunds after 6/1 unless there is a replacement. Discount rate of $550 if paid in full by 4/15. Checks payable to Carol Faulkner. FOR MORE INFORMATION (including directions and boat times) & RESERVATION: www.carolfaulkneryoga.com or 617-492-5246



Fee: $600.00 Pre-registration required

Conferences/Retreats - Rigden Weekend with Emily Bower

Friday, September 10 - Sunday, September 12

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The contentment, joy, fearlessness and wisdom of the Way of Shambhala culminates in unconditional confidence. This weekend workshop, led by Acharya Emily Bower, a senior teacher in the Shambhala Buddhist tradition, introduces the teachings of enlightened leadership. With the great problems now facing human society, it seems increasingly important to find simple ways to bring compassionate and strong leadership to the world, even in small ways. This weekend emphasizes genuine confidence and steadfastness in facing the worlds challenges.

Program Prerequisites: Completion of the entire Way of Shambhala program, or completion of Sacred Path through Outrageous/Inscrutable.

All Sacred path graduates - join us for this first offering of Rigden in Boston!

Acharya Emily Bower has studied closely with Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche since 1991. She served as his editor for several years, helping with his book Turning the Mind into an Ally along with many poems and practice texts. She is a professional book editor, currently working at Shambhala Publications. Acharya Bower is a frequent teacher at the Boston Shambhala Center.

Fee: $125 members ($150 general public) Pre-registration required

Conferences/Retreats - Yong Maeng Jong Jin Retreat with Zen Master Bon Haeng

Saturday, September 11 - Sunday, September 12

4:30 AM - 9:30 PM

Retreat is a time to look inside and investigate our life. It is an opportunity to clear our mind of habitual thinking and access our wisdom and compassion. Yong Maeng Jong Jin means “to leap like a tiger while sitting” a Korean term traditionally used to describe intensive Zen meditation. It points to the state of clarity and wisdom we experience that is both relaxed and wide like space, and clear and meticulous as the tip of a needle, so that we can use our experience to help ourselves and this world, moment to moment.

All YMJJ retreats consist of sitting and walking meditation, bowing, chanting, kong-an interviews, formal meals, work practice and optional yoga.
Orientation for newcomers:
Saturday 8:00am and Sunday 8:00am. (Only one orientation is necessary.) For queries, or to register online, contact director@cambridgezen.com, or call 617-576-3229 Mon - Thur, 9am-12pm. A 50% deposit is required for registration which can be made online (above) or send in your payment by check.The balance payment may be made upon arrival in check or cash at orientation.  If you are registering for a Friday, orientation is on Friday at 9am.

Please call 617-576-3229 between 9am-12pm Mon - Thur for more information. Also more info on Calendar. You may pay for your retreat online.  Please be sure to enter how many and which days the retreat covers.

Fee: $65 for non-members, $45 for KUSZ members & seniors, $35 for DTITs, DTs & studen Pre-registration recommended

Conferences/Retreats - Beginners Workshop Led by Maddy Klyne

Saturday, September 11

10:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Since the time of the Buddha, intensive retreat practice has been considered crucial for the maturing of insight. The simplicity and support of the retreat environment encourage a continuity of awareness. Retreats can help develop qualities such as confidence, perseverance, mindfulness, concentration and the unfolding of wisdom and compassion.

Retreats are held in silence and meals are provided. All retreats include instruction, interviews and/or discussion in addition to meditation practice. There is also a short period of mindful work. Fee: $45.00 Pre-registration required