One-Month Ngöndro Practice Retreat 2027
The preliminary practices (ngöndro) form the foundation of the profound Vajrayana path. They prepare practitioners for the advanced practices that follow – such as those of the Three Roots (Lama, Yidam and Dakini) and the teachings of the Great Perfection (Dzogchen).
Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche inspires us with the following words:
“The one-month Ngöndro retreat is a life-changing opportunity. To progress further on the path, it is essential to practice Ngöndro thoroughly and comprehensively. This foundation transforms us into true practitioners and gives us the confidence to practice daily and ensure we never miss a session.”
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to fully immerse yourself in a time of intensive Dharma practice!
Prerequisites:
* have taken refuge.
* Participation in the Ngöndro reading transmission (Lung), the oral instructions (Tri) and the empowerment (Wang) given by Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche during the retreat.
* Willingness to attend all daily sessions of the Ngöndro retreat.
* Mental stability.
* Previous experience in Buddhist meditation and previous retreat experience are an advantage.
What you should bring with you:
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How and what is practiced during the retreat?
* Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche will bestow the reading transmission (Lung), oral instructions (Tri) and the Ngöndro empowerment (Wang).
* In addition, Khenpo Drubgyu Tendar will guide participants step by step through the detailed stages of Ngöndro practice – from A to Z – in the tradition of Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling Monastery.
* There will be four practical sessions a day, each lasting approx. 2 hours.
* In each session we recite the Ngöndro liturgy as well as various other important texts of the tradition, such as: “Calling the Guru from afar”, “The Noble Sutra of Remembering the Three Jewels”, “The Heart Sutra”, “Lüjin (Chö)”.
* On some days, there will be teachings and Q&A sessions.
* Each part of ngöndro (refuge, bodhichitta of aspiration, seven-branch practice/prostrations, four immeasurables, vajrasattva, mandala and guru yoga) is explained and practiced. We devote about four days to each section so that a clear and comprehensive understanding is gained and practitioners can continue their practice safely and independently after the retreat.
* The recitations are in Tibetan. You will have access to a text with Tibetan script, phonetics and a translation in German or English.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to let your body, speech and mind rejoice in virtue!
Schedule
Latest arrival date : January 1, 2027
Retreat start and end dates:
The retreat begins on January 2 and ends on February 1
Before and after the retreat:
It is possible that Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche will give teachings before or after the retreat. Unfortunately, however, this will not be confirmed for some time. If you are able to set aside a few days before and after the retreat, we strongly encourage you to do so.
For participants attending the retreat for the first time, arriving early (December 28 or earlier) is highly recommended. The lead Khenpo will help us get in the right frame of mind for the retreat in advance.
After the retreat, we are grateful to everyone who stays a little longer to help clean up.
Schedule for the retreat
Four 2-hour sessions.
Approximately 6:30–8:30
10:00–12:00
14:00–16:00
16:30–18:30
(This schedule is subject to slight changes).
Costs and Accommodations
Gomde wants to make this retreat as accessible as possible so that anyone who sincerely wishes to dedicate themselves to a month of intensive Ngöndro practice can participate.
If you have the opportunity to support this meritorious endeavor – making authentic Dharma accessible and creating conducive conditions for practice – please consider making a donation. Any amount is welcome and will be used for food, heating, accommodation improvements and travel expenses for the monastic Sangha.
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These are the estimated costs, calculated both per day and for the entire 32-day duration of the retreat (from January 1 to February 2, 2027):
Single room (very few available):
108 € per day / 3,456 € for 32 days.
(Includes lodging and all meals for one person in a single room with a private bathroom.)
Double room (only a few available):
75–90 € per day / 2,400–2,880 € for 32 days.
(Includes lodging and all meals for one person in a double room with a private bathroom.)
Shared room (3–6 beds):
50–75 € per day / 1,600–2,880 € for 32 days.
(Includes lodging and all meals for one person in a shared room (3–6 beds) with a private bathroom.)
Dorm rooms with private bathrooms (7–9 beds):
50 € per day / 1,600 € for 32 days.
(Includes lodging and all meals for one person in a dorm room (7–9 beds) with a private bathroom.)
Dorm rooms (without private bathroom):
35–45 € per day / 1,120–1,440 € for 32 days.
(Includes lodging and all meals for one person in a dorm room without a private bathroom.)
Outside (without lodging):
30–35 € per day / 960–1,120 € for 32 days.
(Includes use of Gomde’s facilities and all meals for one person.)
If you choose this option, please note that you are responsible for your own transportation. If you are traveling by car, you will need winter tires and should be comfortable driving on snowy and occasionally icy roads.
Pay what you can:
If you are unable to cover the daily costs, you are still very welcome. We will accommodate you in a dormitory, as we strive to welcome all sincere practitioners who wish to participate.
If you would like to reserve a single, double, or shared room, please note that the recommended rate applies.
Otherwise, accommodation will be provided in a dormitory or, depending on availability.
Please reply to this email to confirm your accommodation preference and room category.
