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Song of the Vajra Retreat Hong Kong, 2012
An excerpt from the first day of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu's teaching on Song of the Vajra
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Uncertainty In Times Of Change
This talk by Costantino Albini was the first in a monthly series of cultural gatherings entitled DZG Talks held at the global Gar in Tenerife
Podcast: Interview with Santi Maha Sangha Teacher Alexander Gomonov
This is the second in a series of podcast interviews with Santi Maha Sangha Teachers from the Dzogchen Community.
First ‘Encounters’ with Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
Giovanni Arca recounts how he met the Master in 1978 at the 'Orientale' University and some of the informal moments that he shared with him in those days
Indian and Tibetan Doctrine of Sound
A talk given by Prof. Fabian Sanders, translator/teacher of classical Tibetan under the school for Tibetan Language & Translation of the Atiyoga Foundation
Refining Pure Gold In The Years Of Lead:
In 2025 as we are living in difficult times, I remember that, in ‘The Years Of Lead’, we were able, with our teacher Chögyal Namkhai Norbu to found Merigar
Book Review – A Future We Can Love
How We Can Reverse the Climate Crisis with the Power of Our Hearts and Minds, Shambala 2023, by Susan Bauer-Wu. Review by Andy Lukianwicz
The Illusory Game of Art and Life – “Jaka” Giacalone
"I understood most clearly that there is no point in taking yourself too seriously, because the illusory game of life and that of art coincide"
COMMUNITY NEWS
News from different centers of the International Dzogchen Community
America
Born – Luna Mandarava Espinola Mendel
Luna Mandarava Espinola Mendel who was born on June 18, 2025 in Morelia, Mexico
Europe
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Died – Jean-François Ayme
The Dejamling Dzogchen Community (France) regrets to inform you that our Vajra brother, Jean-François Ayme, passed away on Monday morning, August 25
Asia
Turning the Wheels of Vajra Dance at Mt Fuji, Japan
June 28th and 29th 2025 Turning the Wheels of Vajra Dance at Kirara Stage, Yamanaka Lake by Mt....
NETWORK
News from organizations linked to the International Dzogchen Community
- International Gakyil
- Shang Shung Institute
- Shang Shung Publications
- ASIA NGO
Namkhai Yeshi becomes the Spiritual Guide for the International Dzogchen Community
It is with great joy that we announce that Namkhai Yeshi has formally accepted our request to be the Spiritual Guide of the International Dzogchen Community that was founded by Chögyal Namkhai Norbu.
Almost Done! Support the Guru Rinpoche Statue Painting
The structure of our beautiful Guru Rinpoche statue is now complete! We are now in the final stage of fundraising to give the statue a splendid paint job.
The Video Namkhai Norbu and the Dzogchen Community
The video "Namkhai Norbu and the Dzogchen Community" featuring the sounds of Namkhai Norbu's singing, flute and harmonica, tries to highlight a part of the Master's immense activities to preserve and spread the Dzogchen Teachings and Tibetan culture worldwide in a timeline.
Kumar Kumari Project in Castiglione d’Orcia
After six years of yoga projects in schools in the Grosseto area of Mt Amiata, thanks to ASIA, this is the 2nd year I'm also teaching in the Val d'Orcia
Atiyoga Foundation
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The official Website of Ati Yoga Foundation has been launched!
We are pleased to announce the launch of the new Atiyoga Foundation website.
Ka-Ter Translation Project
Twenty-One Traditional Buddhist Tales
An interview with Oliver Leick, director of the Ka-ter Translation Project and compiler of the recently published “Twenty-one Traditional Buddhist Tales”.
School of Tibetan Medicine
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Preserving Ancient Healing Knowledge for the Benefit of the Modern World
Studying Tibetan Medicine allows you to understand yourself and all the surrounding processes much better, provides the necessary basis for a balanced and long life, gives you the keys to take care of yourself, your family and everyone who needs it and, as a result, fills you with inner joy, strength, and a sense of fulfillment.
- Dynamic Space of the Elements
- School for Tibetan Language and Translation
- Sangha App
The Golden Key of the Lungta
An interview with Migmar Tsering on his new book and an update on the Changchub Dorje Stupa Project
Tibetan Language Course
Dear students of Tibetan language, we will soon resume our Guided translation course based on the tibetan text of the Precious Vase by Chögyal Namkhai Norbu.
Sangha App – Meet the team behind the scenes
Sangha App offers newcomers a qualified roadmap for Dzogchen Community practices and teachings.
MACO Museum of Arcidosso
PRACTICE
Courses and activities
- Santi Maha Sangha
- Yantra Yoga
- Vajra Dance
- Khaita Joyful Dances
- Respira
- Kumar Kumari
Tara Retreat with Costantino Albini at Dzamling Gar
Tara Retreat with Costantino Albini August 13-15, 2025 at Dzamling Gar
Yantra Yoga at the Adeje Summer University
Maxim Leshchenko, a Level 3 Yantra Yoga instructor, recently participated in the 'Physical Activity, Health, and Well-being' course at the Adeje Summer University, which took place from July 21-23, 2025.
Vajra Dance 2nd Level Teacher Training at Merigar West
Vajra Dance Teacher Training of the 2nd level Merigar West from July 18-27, 2025 with Adriana Dal Borgo and Prima Mai
Khaita Dancers Visit Bodhicharya Kent UK Sangha
On June 30th, we were invited back to dance Khaita dances at the opening of a new center south of London, for the local Sangha of Ringu Tulku Rinpoche.
Respira Teacher Training at Dzamling Gar
Respira Teacher Training with Fabio Andrico at Dzamling Gar May 17 -26, 2024
Kumar Kumari Project in Castiglione d’Orcia
After six years of yoga projects in schools in the Grosseto area of Mt Amiata, thanks to ASIA, this is the 2nd year I'm also teaching in the Val d'Orcia
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