Ati Yoga (Dzogchen) teachings with Dr. Nida Chenagtsang
based on Shabkar Tsokdruk Rangdrol’s classic text, the Flight of the Garuda.
Shabkar Tsokdruk Rangdrol ཞབས་དཀར་ཚོགས་དྲུག་རང་གྲོལ (1781-1851) was a yogi from Amdo, Tibet who spent years in solitary retreat in various caves in the mountains of Tibet. He was known for his yogic poetry that directly points out the nature of mind:
“The nature of the sun’s disc is radiance that a thousand aeons of darkness cannot obscure. Similarly, luminosity is the nature of one’s mind that aeons of confusion cannot darken.” (From Flight of the Garuda)
Over this four day immersive retreat Dr. Nida Chenagtsang will guide students through the verses of this profound teaching, focusing on the trekchöd (“cutting through hardness”) aspect of the Dzogchen Great Perfection path. This is an experiential program integrating guided meditations and personal practice with direct instruction.
Cost of Attendance $525 | Lunch included | affordable optional dinner add-on
*for student or senior discount inquiries please contact info@purelandfarms.org
Schedule*:
9 - 11 AM: Teaching with Dr. Nida Chenagtsang
11 AM - 1 PM: Bruch break and personal practice
1 - 2 PM: Meditation
2 - 4 PM: Teaching with Dr. Nida Chenagtsang
4 - 5 PM: Light dinner/ snack
5 - 6PM: Meditation
6PM - : Opportunity to receive short Tibetan medical bodywork sessions. By appointment onsite.
*Please note, Dr. Nida has designed this particular schedule in order to accommodate what he considers to be optimal meal times to support both health and meditation practice.
The 11AM brunch will be a hearty catered meal, while the 4PM early dinner will be a lighter meal consisting of soup and a grain or salad. A $10 donation is suggested if you intend to stay for the second meal of the day.
Our Teacher:
Dr. Nida Chenagtsang was born in Amdo, North Eastern Tibet and trained in Sowa Rigpa (Traditional Tibetan Medicine) at the Lhasa Tibetan Medical University. Alongside his medical education, he has trained in Vajrayana with teachers from every school of Tibetan Buddhism and is a lineage holder of the Yuthok Nyingthig, the unique spiritual tradition of Tibetan Medicine. He has published several books and articles on Tibetan yoga and medicine and his extensive research and revival of ancient Tibetan healing methods has earned him great acclaim in both East and West. Dr. Nida is the Co-Founder and Medical Director of Sorig Khang International and Co-Founder of the International Ngakmang Institute, established to preserve and maintain the Rebkong ngakpa non-monastic yogi/ini culture within modern Tibetan society. In addition to his work as a physician, he trains students in Sowa Rigpa and the Yuthok Nyingthig tradition in over forty countries around the world.
Accomodation
There will be no on-site accommodation offered for this program. However, we have partnered with the nearby Best Western in Woodland Hills to provide a discounted rate for our guests. Free breakfast, wifi, and ample parking are included. Carpooling to and from events will be arranged for Best Western Guests.
For booking please contact the hotel directly at (818) 340-1000 and mention that you are booking with Pure Land Farms and be sure to mention your desired check-in and check-out dates. To ensure that you will be provided the discounted rate please make sure to reserve your room by February 8th.
In addition, we have compiled this list of nearby hotels and airbnbs for different size groups and budgets:
For large groups:
The Tara Sanctuary ( 3 houses on site)
Luxurious Hilltop Villa (up to 10 guests)
Saddle Peak Buddha House ( up to 8 guests)
For small groups:
Sun Moon Cottage ( 3 guests)
Peace Cabin & Farm ( 4 guests)
Clara’s Suite (2 guests)
Additional Hotels:
Additional option to Join us February 14th for a one day retreat on Karmamudra: Yoga of Bliss
click here for details and registration!