Promoting the goodness of human society

Dechen Chöling offers a range of meditation retreats and practices, contemplative arts, societal experimentations, and ecological transformation to provide a path that unifies personal and societal awakening. Dechen Chöling is part of the Shambhala network.

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  • September

    • Traditional Chinese Qigong Retreat • Level 3

      With: Ute Schneider

      Cultivate strength of body and calmness of mind through the practice of qigong as presented by two distinct Taoist schools. Prerequisite Level 1 & 2

       
    • Kado-Ikebana Instructor Training 2025

      With: Marcia Shibata

      This teacher’s training continues to cultivate a mind/heart that is always open. The programme is by invitation only.

       
    • October

      • Maitri: Balancing our five energies of wisdom

        With: Tessa Racine

        An exploration of how the Tibetan Buddhist teachings on the Five Wisdoms can be put into practice in all our interpersonal relationships. Open to all, no meditation experience necessary.

         
        • Silent Mindfulness Retreat

          With: Mathias Pongracz

          Open to all who are ready to commit to a transformative week of mindfulness in silence.

           

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