IKRC International Kadampa Retreat Center Grand Canyon

IKRC International Kadampa Retreat Center Grand Canyon The International Kadampa Retreat Center Grand Canyon (IKRC) is part of the New Kadampa Tradition (NKT) founded by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche.

The IKRC Grand Canyon provides weekly meditation classes, weekend courses, and retreats for everyone wishing to learn meditation, and how to develop and maintain a peaceful mind. We opened to the public in 2017 and opened the 5th Kadampa Temple for World Peace in 2019.

It's possible to change your life simply by understanding how anger functions within our own mind. Join us at the W. Cha...
05/30/2026

It's possible to change your life simply by understanding how anger functions within our own mind. Join us at the W. Charleston Library in Las Vegas for this public talk on "Understanding Anger". With Gen Rinzin, 2nd teacher at International Kadampa Retreat Center Grand Canyon. ($10 at the door; not a library event). https://meditationinnorthernarizona.org/las-vegas/

A weekend of calm can really help our busy mind. This retreat will focus on clearing our mind of stress and frustration ...
05/30/2026

A weekend of calm can really help our busy mind. This retreat will focus on clearing our mind of stress and frustration and we'll explore attitudes like acceptance that will help transform how we respond to life’s difficulties. Accommodations and meals available. Please register. Members can stream this event.
https://meditationinnorthernarizona.org/event/peaceful-pines-a-weekend-of-calm/

Need something fun and meaningful for June? Consider coming to a work party! This is a great opportunity to volunteer an...
05/30/2026

Need something fun and meaningful for June? Consider coming to a work party! This is a great opportunity to volunteer and experience life at the International Kadampa Retreat Center Grand Canyon. To apply, visit this link: https://meditationinnorthernarizona.org/volunteering/

Get ready to dive into the excitement at our fourth annual Fun Fair! It’s a blast for the whole family! We’ve got everyt...
05/30/2026

Get ready to dive into the excitement at our fourth annual Fun Fair! It’s a blast for the whole family! We’ve got everything from a bouncing bonanza in our bouncy castle to face painting fiestas. Plus, get your game on with awesome activities just for kids!

But wait, there’s more! Explore the talents of our local artisan vendors, showcasing their unique goods. Feeling hungry? Grab a slice of pizza and refuel for more fun! (Pizza available for purchase.) And don’t forget to swing by our café and gift store for some extra treats.

Join us for temple tours and relax with short, guided breathing meditations. It’s the perfect way to find your inner peace amidst all the excitement. So mark your calendars and get ready for a day packed with fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories! https://meditationinnorthernarizona.org/fun-fair/

Every day we remember the extraordinary kindness of Venerable Geshe-la, our Root Guru and Founder of the New Kadampa Tra...
05/30/2026

Every day we remember the extraordinary kindness of Venerable Geshe-la, our Root Guru and Founder of the New Kadampa Tradition, but on the auspicious day June 4, at Kadampa centers around the world, with minds of rejoicing and gratitude, we offer him our faith through using the special prayer Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso from his Faithful Disciples and collecting our Guru’s name mantra in a one-day retreat. This event is free and open to everyone! https://meditationinnorthernarizona.org/event/offering-our-faith/

If you have never experienced a blessing empowerment, this is the perfect opportunity to come to one. Enjoy connecting d...
05/30/2026

If you have never experienced a blessing empowerment, this is the perfect opportunity to come to one. Enjoy connecting deeply with Buddha Shakyamuni. Receive special blessings and encouragement to awaken our own inner peace, wisdom, and compassion. Many people experience empowerments as deeply meaningful and uplifting, even if they are new to meditation or Buddhism. Everyone welcome. Hotel accommodations and meals available. Please register: https://meditationinnorthernarizona.org/event/supreme-unchanging-friend/

An opportunity for families to meet, relax and enjoy a fun weekend with a difference in peaceful surroundings. The focus...
05/29/2026

An opportunity for families to meet, relax and enjoy a fun weekend with a difference in peaceful surroundings. The focus of the weekend will be patience, kindness, and generosity.

The activities, which include time in the temple, meditation, short prayers, henna/face painting, art and outdoor time at the fun fair, are designed to help develop these qualities, and thus lead a life with less worry and more joy.

The weekend also offers both children and parents an opportunity to discover the practical value of periods of silence and quiet contemplation: meditation for all the family. All families are welcome, whether Buddhist or not. Please register for this event. Accommodations and meals available. https://meditationinnorthernarizona.org/event/family-weekend/

We had such good turnout in April, we're coming back in June. Join us at the W. Charleston Library in Las Vegas for this...
05/29/2026

We had such good turnout in April, we're coming back in June. Join us at the W. Charleston Library in Las Vegas for this public talk on "Understanding Anger". With Gen Rinzin, 2nd teacher at International Kadampa Retreat Center Grand Canyon. ($10 at the door; not a library event). https://meditationinnorthernarizona.org/las-vegas/

Address

6701 E. Mountain Ranch Road
Williams, AZ
86046

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 3pm
Tuesday 11am - 3pm
Thursday 11am - 3pm
Friday 11am - 3pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm
Sunday 9:30am - 3pm

Telephone

+19286376232

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