Vajrayogini Intensive with the Dorje Loppön

April 23 - 26, 2026

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Arrival: April 23rd, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Departure: April 26th, 5:30 pm

Tuition:
$50 + Lodging

Meals & drinks included
Inc. V, VG, GF

About the Retreat

This retreat is for students who have received the Vajrayogini abhisheka and have the Vajrayogini Sadhana by Tongwa Tonden, Karmapa VI.

This retreat is an opportunity to practice the Vajrayogini sadhana under the guidance and instruction of the Dorje Loppon, Lodro Dorje.

The Loppon will guide us through the practice and give talks and instruction, with special emphasis on the essential qualities of Vajrayogini and sampannakrama instructions.

Participants must begin at the beginning and attend the entire retreat. Space is limited, and early registration is recommended.

Who is this retreat for? 

This is for practitioners who have received the Vajrayogini empowerment and have the Vajrayogini Sadhana by Tongwa Tonden, Karmapa VI. This retreat is especially for practitioners who are familiar with the ritual aspects and want to deepen their connection with the essential nature of the practice. Students of all levels of experience with the Vajrayogini practice, including those who have not been recently practicing Vajrayogini intensively, will benefit from this retreat.

What will participants get out of this retreat?

Students will have an opportunity to receive instructions from the Dorje Loppon, as well as ask questions.

This retreat is a rare and precious opportunity to connect with the Dorje Loppon in an intimate retreat experience so we can benefit from his wealth of knowledge and experience. The retreat will be held in the upper levels of the Great Stupa of Dharmakaya, a space rich with blessings and uniquely suited to such a retreat.

Retreat Schedule

Thursday 

2:00 – 5:00 pm Registration
5:30 – 6:00 pm Orientation
6:00 – 7:00 pm Dinner
7:00 – 9:00 pm Program Session

Friday, Saturday 

7:30 – 9:00 am Breakfast
9:30 – 12:30 pm Program Session
12:30 – 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 – 3:30 pm Free Time / ROTA
3:30 – 6:00 pm Program Session
6:00 – 7:00 pm Dinner

Sunday 

7:30 – 9:00 am Breakfast
9:30 – 12:30 pm Program Session
12:30 – 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 – 3:30 pm Free Time / ROTA
3:30 – 5:30 pm Program Session
6:00 – 7:00 pm Dinner / Departure

Retreat Faculty

Dorje Loppön Lodrö Dorje

Dorje Loppön Lodrö Dorje was head of the Office of Three Yana Studies from 1976 through 1990, which facilitated the meditation practice and study of the three yanas for Vajradhatu (now Shambhala). He was designated Dorje Loppon in 1985, with reference to his responsibility for working with Vajrayana students. Lodro continues to support practitioners of [...]

Lodging

We have several accommodations to choose from during checkout.
All options include our healthy meals and drinks. Inc V, VG, GF.

Tents
12′ x 14′ tents have two twin beds, two bookcases and a hanging clothes rack. Each campground offers a shared bathhouse. Summer platform tents are available from late May through early September. A tent can be rented as a single (without a roommate) or a double (with a roommate).

Dormitories
Rooms with beds for up to 7-8 people. Gender-segregated with men in their own dorm and women in another. The dorms use a shared bathroom down the hall, which is also equipped with shower stalls.

Monk Rooms
A cost-effective option for participants looking for indoor, solitary lodging, but who don’t mind using a shared bathroom or are looking for a more affordable retreat solution. These rooms are in the same hall as the Ridgen Dormitories, but offer more privacy than the dorms. In addition to a bed, bedding, a private room and closet, the monk rooms also have a large window and a desk and desk chair for added comfort.

Single and Double Rooms
The perfect choice for a retreat where you want both your own space and your own bathroom. Each room offers a little more space, a dresser and closet, and a 3/4s bathroom (toilet, sink, and shower, no bathtub) attached to each room.

Red Feather Single and Double Rooms
The perfect choice for a retreat.

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