[…] retreats. The last issue, number 133, offers Chögyal Namkhai Norbu’s teaching, The Three Principles of the Teaching, from the July retreat at Merigar West, an interview with the Khaita Committee, the five main instructors of the Joyful Dances, and also Rinpoche’s comments on and translation of one of the Dances called ‘The Warmth of Our […]
[…] thrilling photos of the flower like colors of the newly completed houses there, reports and photos on the Vase Ceremony under the new Gönpa, the first ever Khaita exams and instructor authorizations and follow up courses, an article on Evolution Creations, a wonderful travelogue from two Community young people, Emanuele Assini and Basilio Maritano, on […]
[…] the practises of rushen and semdzin, under the qualified and kind guidance of our teacher Steven. Starting early in the morning with Yantra Yoga, Vajra dance and Khaita, our days sometimes ended on a terrace with a practice of chöd at sunset, genuine moments of fullness and harmony. We warmly thank Steven for his time and […]
There were four groups of Yantra Yoga, Vajra Dance, Santi Maha Sangha and Khaita instructors attending the Communication Course with Gianfranco Brero at Merigar West from July 28th to 31st and August 2nd to 5th, 2016. 14107779_10154490206857425_7245554584094227719_o 13996232_10154490205887425_2404716964053890630_o (1) 13975459_10154490206502425_8929485689365492289_o
[…] for the attending adults was a series of long, intense yantra yoga sessions and an afternoon course on meditation. There was also a chance to join the Khaita singing and dancing group that met every afternoon in the Gönpa For the 20 children who participated each day, the elements were rich; it included Kumar-Kumari […]
[…] collaborating as consultant and reviewer of various books published by Shang Shung Publications and Shang Shung Editions, is at present involved in the following four main projects: THE BOOK OF KHAITA SONGS This is a project that includes three volumes named after the three Metrengs of 60 year cycles. Translations of the songs have been made by various translators of the Dzogchen […]
[…] even with new participants, who were able to benefit from the familial atmosphere that reigned over the weekend. With the clement weather, we were able to dance Khaita dances on the mandala. Some also danced Vajra Dances, accompanied by Nicki, Arnaud’s partner, who is a Vajra Dance instructor. A big thank you to all […]
[…] dancing, music, food, and more! Our program includes daily Yantra Yoga, Vajra Dance, collective practice Tuns taught and led by Santi Maha Sangha teachers, as well as Khaita, and numerous Karma Yoga opportunities. To participate in this intensive practice retreat, you need to have received transmission from Chögyal Namkhai Norbu. For more information and […]
[…] represented, covering most of the globe, from Argentina, Australia, Japan and Russia as well as several countries in east and west Europe. At least 5 were also Khaita instructors, very positive for being able to pronounce well, and explain the meaning of the songs! This was also the first course held in the Shang […]
[…] at Karmaling. The ceremony continued with the practice of Marme Monlam for cementing the vajra relationship between us all, and of course concluded with sealing the dedication of merits. Chai tea and Kyabse prepared by Rabgyi and many helpers were then enjoyed by all, before joyous participation in khaita dancing! Julian King-Salter for The Mirror ChNN&L.Denys.AnsSwart
