Vajrayana Foundation

Vajrayana Foundation The Vajrayana Foundation is a non-profit Buddhist center in the Dudjom Tersar tradition of Nyingma Tibetan Buddhism. To learn more visit us at www.Vajrayana.org

The Vajrayana Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and transmitting the spiritual, artistic, and cultural traditions of Tibetan Buddhism in the West—especially the Dudjom Tersar lineage of the Nyingma school. Founded by Lama Tharchin Rinpoche at the request of His Holiness Dudjom Rinpoche, the Foundation upholds this living wisdom tradition through the guidance

of qualified lineage teachers who embody the teachings they transmit. At Pema Osel Ling, our retreat center in the Santa Cruz Mountains of California, we carry out this goal through daily pujas, group and individual retreats, a three-year retreat program, and ongoing mentorship and teachings that support practitioners on their path. These efforts sustain the Dudjom Tersar lineage and preserve the traditional arts and culture of Tibet on land blessed by generations of masters. Our mission is to make the study and practice of the Buddha Dharma accessible to all who seek wisdom and compassion, to preserve Tibetan Buddhist culture and sacred arts, and to support practitioners in integrating these qualities into everyday life for the benefit of all beings. Learn more at www.vajrayana.org

06/05/2026
06/04/2026

🔥 Troma Nagmo Empowerment Today, June 4, at 2:30 PM 🔥

Tulku Thadral Rinpoche will give the Troma Nagmo Empowerment as part of the Troma Nagmo Retreat, June 4–10, a week of Troma Chöd practice and Four Feasts offerings.

🌺 Troma Nagmo, the Black Wrathful Mother, is a profound Vajrayana practice connected with cutting attachment, transforming fear, and recognizing the nature of mind.

The empowerment must be received live, either in person or online. Please register or contact us today to join.

This retreat is open to all. No prerequisites are required.

✨ No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Please contact [email protected] if you need assistance to attend.

📿 Learn more & register:
www.vajrayana.org/s/events/upcoming-retreats

06/03/2026

✨ Sh*tro Ngakso and Neydren Retreat ✨
June 11–13, 2026
Pema Osel Ling & online

Join us for Sh*tro Ngakso, a retreat centered on the One Hundred Peaceful and Wrathful Deities, with practices of purification, confession, restoration of samaya, and dedication for the deceased.

The retreat begins with the Sh*tro Empowerment on June 11 and continues with repeated Sh*tro practice sessions, Ngondro, Riwo Sangchö, tsok, self-empowerment, and the Neydren ceremony.

🌺 Sh*tro & Neydren Ceremony
The Neydren ceremony is dedicated to beings who have died and are wandering in the bardo. Names of the deceased may be submitted for inclusion in the practice, and participants may also sponsor tsok and butterlamps as offerings during the retreat.

Sh*tro practice is understood as a profound support for all present and future bardos. At the time of death, when body and mind separate, the mandala of the peaceful and wrathful deities appears. Recognizing these appearances as one’s own wisdom display is said to lead to liberation.

📍 In person at Pema Osel Ling
🎥 Online by livestream

🔗 Register and learn more:
www.vajrayana.org/s/events/upcoming-retreats

🌺 Dedications, Offerings & Questions:
[email protected]

No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Please contact [email protected] if you need assistance.

Please note: Empowerments and oral transmissions must be received live, whether attending in person or online. Streaming links are sent automatically after registration.

06/02/2026

🔥 Troma Nagmo Chöd Retreat at Pema Osel Ling 🔥

June 4–10, 2026
In person & online

This Thursday, June 4, Summer Retreat continues with the Troma Nagmo Empowerment and oral transmission, beginning a powerful week of practice centered on Troma Nagmo, the Vajrayana Chöd cycle of cutting attachment and recognizing the nature of mind.

Following the empowerment, the retreat continues with several glorious days of practice, teachings, accumulation, tsok offerings, and the Four Feasts of Chöd.

This retreat includes Troma Nagmo teachings with Tulku Thadral Rinpoche, Troma Ngondro teachings and accumulations with the Dudjom Tersar Ngondro Program, Q&A with Lama Sonam Tsering Rinpoche, and both concise and intermediate-length sadhana practices.

Coming through the Dudjom Tersar lineage and the treasure revelations of Dudjom Lingpa, the Troma Nagmo cycle offers a direct and profound path for transforming attachment, fear, and confusion into wisdom.

There are no prerequisites. Anyone with sincere interest in the Troma cycle, Chöd, Ngondro, or Dzogchen is warmly encouraged to attend.

Empowerment & Oral Transmission
Thursday, June 4
2:30–5:30 pm

Troma Ngondro Teachings & Accumulations
June 5–6

Troma Intermediate Sadhana & Four Feasts
June 7–10

Empowerments and oral transmissions must be received live, either in person or by livestream.

Register & learn more:
www.vajrayana.org/s/events/upcoming-retreats

No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Please contact [email protected] if you need assistance.

06/01/2026

✨ H.E. Namgyal Dawa Rinpoche to Lead Drupchen ✨

June 15–24
Pema Osel Ling & Online

We are so happy and honored to welcome H.E. Namgay Dawa Rimpoche back to Pema Osel Ling to lead this year’s Seven Treasures Guru Rinpoche Drupchen.

This extended Vajrayana retreat brings together empowerment, transmission, and continuous group practice centered on Guru Rinpoche. Over several days, participants are immersed in mandala creation, sadhana, tsok offerings, mantra recitation, ritual music, mudra, and sacred dance.

🔥 The retreat also includes special jinseks, or fire pujas, connected with pacifying, magnetizing, and increasing activity. The final day concludes with the offering of siddhis and sacred dance.

Participants may join in person or via live stream. Empowerments and oral transmissions must be received live via stream to be complete. Streaming links are sent automatically after registration.

Children’s Retreat will be offered alongside Drupchen, June 16–23, for children ages 5–15.

🙏 Learn More / Register:
www.vajrayana.org/s/events/upcoming-retreats

No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please contact the office if you need assistance to attend or have questions about registration: [email protected]

05/29/2026

🪷 Chimé SogTig Empowerment Today 🪷
May 29, 2026, 2:30 pm PST
Pema Osel Ling & Online

Join us today for the Chimé Sogtig Empowerment with Tulku Thadral Rinpoche. This empowerment and oral transmission open a retreat on the Dudjom Tersar longevity practice of Buddha Amitayus, with retreat sessions continuing through June 2.

Known as “The Vital Essence of Immortality,” Chimé Sog Tig is a revered long-life practice that cultivates vitality, longevity, and the favorable conditions that support Dharma practice.

Please register in advance if you plan to attend in person or online. The empowerment must be received live, either in person or by livestream.

📝 Register & learn more:
www.vajrayana.org/s/events/upcoming-retreats

🌿 Special circumstances:
No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please contact [email protected] for support.

05/28/2026

🪷 Chimé Sog Tig Pujas Begin Tomorrow 🪷
May 29 – June 2, 2026
Pema Osel Ling & Online

Join us tomorrow for Chimé Sog Tig Empowerment & Practice, part of our annual Summer Retreat at Pema Osel Ling.

“The Vital Essence of Immortality,” Chimé Sog Tig is a profound Dudjom longevity practice connected with the blessings of long life, vitality, and the conditions that support Dharma practice.

The retreat begins Friday, May 29, with the empowerment at 2:30 pm, followed by days of practice and accumulation.

Everyone is welcome to join us in person or online. Empowerments must be received live, either in person or by livestream.

📝 Register & learn more:
www.vajrayana.org/s/events/upcoming-retreats

🌿 Special circumstances:
No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please contact [email protected] for support.

05/27/2026

✨ Orgyen Khandro Norlha Puja & Treasure Vase Blessing Ceremony ✨

Tomorrow, May 28 at 9am PST
Pema Osel Ling & Online

As part of the Tseyang Khatrod Retreat, we invite you to join us tomorrow for a special Orgyen Khandro Norlha puja and Treasure Vase blessing and consecration ceremony.

Orgyen Khandro Norlha is Guru Rinpoche in the form connected with prosperity, abundance, and the removal of poverty and hardship. This auspicious practice supports longevity, positive conditions, and the flourishing of Dharma activity and daily life.

During the puja, our new Treasure Vases will be blessed and consecrated, infusing them with prayers for prosperity, protection, harmony, and abundance.

This special practice and ceremony is free and open to all, online and in person.

Join the livestream:
www.youtube.com//streams

Learn more:
www.vajrayana.org | [email protected]

Address

Pema Osel Ling Retreat Center 2013 Eureka Canyon Road
Watsonville, CA
95076

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 2pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm
Sunday 8am - 2pm

Website

https://www.youtube.com/@thevajrayanafoundation/streams

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