Buddhist Studies Institute

Join Dr. Pema Khandro, Dr. Nicole Willock and Dr. Julie Regan for an exploration of the history of Buddhist Sexualities from celibacy, to sacred sexuality in Buddhist Tantra and a simple approach to embodied integration with nature in Dzogchen.

Bonus Content Includes: Conversations on Buddhism & Sexuality with Pema Khandro, Lama Willa, Lama Rod, Dr. Nida Chenagtsang, Dr. Ann Gleg and Dr. Amy Langenberg.

Ngondro Training with Pema Khandro
Feb 27 – Oct 16, 2023

Ngondro means ‘before going.’ In traditional Vajrayana practice, it represents the cognitive, physical, emotional and philosophical components which are keys to the practice of liberation. It is the basis for all Vajrayana practice and thus it is used as a the pre-requisite for the great practices of the Vajrayana tradition. However, ngondro itself is a beloved meditation series for its own sake. It is often practiced many times throughout a life cycle by great yogis of the Nyingma tradition such as Patrul Rinpoche (eighteenth century).

Without proper instruction ngondro can be incredibly complex and difficult. This course offers a simple, thorough, direct and supported experience of ngondro – making the heart essence of Vajrayana accessible for serious practitioners.

Happy Losar ~ Year of the Water Rabbit!
February 22nd, 5pm PST

All Members of Ngakpa International and the Buddhist Studies Institute are welcomed to join us for our annual Tibetan Lunar New Year Celebration – Online!

Registration is limited to members only. To find out more about member levels and benefits, or to become a member, visit Become a Member.

Upcoming Events

Ongoing Monthly Classes

Daily Meditation Online

Vajrayana Training – 1st & 2nd Wednesday of each month

Ngakpa Training – 3rd Wednesday of each month

Upcoming Events

Losar Tibetan New Year Celebration for Members – Feb 22

Ngondro Training – Mondays, Feb 27 – Oct 16

Buddhism & Sexuality – Mar 3-5

Teaching Trauma-Informed Meditation – Mondays, Mar 6-27

Healthy Boundaries for Teachers – Mar 25-Apr 24

2023 Calendar

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