Naomi Zeitz

How Jim Valby Met Chögyal Namkhai Norbu and Other Memories

I arrived near Point Arena at Redwood’s OZ retreat site a day after the retreat had begun. In the upstairs kitchen I asked beautiful See-Joy: “Where is the Tibetan master?” She replied: “He is sitting down there at the picnic table.” I looked but couldn’t see a master because everybody was wearing ordinary clothes. About an hour later, Rinpoche sat down under a large tree surrounded by interested students. I had no expectations. He smiled & spoke. My experience: Primordial Buddha transmits primordial Dzogchen to us fortunate practitioners in this particular time & place.

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Yantra Yoga Teacher Training Level 2, April 14–23, 2025 at Dzamling Gar

Yantra Yoga Teacher Training Level 2, April 14–23, 2025 at Dzamling Gar

12 May 2025 |

Since those distant days, Yantra Yoga – one of the first practices taught by Rinpoche – continues to be one of the main gateways to the Teaching and remains an invaluable tool capable of bringing benefit and relief to many in this corrupted age, where stress, discomfort, and confusion are increasingly widespread, and Yoga is often reduced to yet another business.

Yantra Yoga Retreat with Oni McKinstry in Phendeling

Yantra Yoga Retreat with Oni McKinstry in Phendeling

10 May 2025 |

Oni taught the preliminary exercises and all five series of yantras, including the first to fourth series in both first and second variations. She also taught all five pranayamas. The teaching was comprehensive and integrated, respecting the diverse levels and physical conditions of the participants. At the same time, it challenged each of us to go beyond our limits and deepen our personal practice. Oni is an outstanding teacher, whom we hold in deep respect.

Kunye Massage and External Therapies 3rd-Level Educational Program at Dzamling Gar

Kunye Massage and External Therapies 3rd-Level Educational Program at Dzamling Gar

19 Apr 2025 |

We have just completed another cycle of our Kunye Massage & External Therapies 3-Level Educational Program. This in-person training at the beautiful Dzamling Gar allowed students to gain hands-on experience in Tibetan therapeutic practices while also learning in a very close and personalized way with our beloved team: our director, Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo, and teachers Irina Pankevich and Medegma Budaeva.

Tsadul with Fabio Andrico at Dzamling Gar

Tsadul with Fabio Andrico at Dzamling Gar

3 Apr 2025 |

Tsadul (with chair options) with Fabio Andrico (assisted by Alessandra Policretiti) and participation of Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo on Tsadul and Tibetan Medicine, from March 28-30, 2025. There were approximately 80 participants on line.

Return to Paradise

Return to Paradise

20 Mar 2025 | ,

A longtime cherished Vajra sister reached out to me, seemingly out of the blue, to invite me to Dzamling Gar for Losar.  She plucked me out of samsara.  I had never been to Dzamling Gar and I hadn’t been to a retreat since our precious teacher transitioned.

Musings from Tashigar North

Musings from Tashigar North

19 Mar 2025 |

Rinpoche used to say that Margarita could be a place for some of us to retire to. A place to practice and grow old together. He also referred to the power of the region with respect to local guardians and the potential benefits for this part of the world.