Naomi Zeitz

Mandarava Retreat Dzamling Gar March 2026

It was a surprising pleasure to awaken each morning to lovely birdsongs and walk through the semidarkness to the Gönpa of Dzamling Gar to begin another day of the Long Life practice of Mandarava, and to feel the presence of our Rinpoche, who 42 years ago in the cave of Mandarava in Nepal miraculously received this terma practice of Mandarava in a series of dreams. 

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

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

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.

Died – Diana Sullivan

Died – Diana Sullivan

Diana and Michael Sullivan are long time practitioners from the Tsegyalgar East Dzogchen Community. Diana died on January 5th, 2023. Please keep her in your practice.

December 8th, Rinpoche’s Birthday Celebration at Dzamling Gar

December 8th, Rinpoche’s Birthday Celebration at Dzamling Gar

Let’s meet and celebrate the Birthday Anniversary of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu. It is one of the most special dates of the year in which by sharing, practicing, collaborating, and enjoying together, we have the great chance to open our hearts and unify as Sangha and thus feel immense joy like when being with our dear Master. Join our auction with many beautiful prizes!