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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  • July

    • Family and Community Camp

      With: Sophie Maclaren

      For families, single parents, and children aged from 3 to 10. Activities for children are organized in the mornings, giving adults the opportunity to meditate, read or just relax.

       
    • Shambhala Sun Camp

      Sun Camp is an outdoor, sleep-away summer camp for children aged 10-16. A whole week of offline fun, it's a chance to make friends from around the world while learning to take responsibility for oneself and one's world in a gentle and playful environment.

       
      • Kyudo: The Way of the Bow – Open to all

        With: Kanjuro Shibata Sensei XXI

        Open to all - a living tradition of contemplative archery.

         
      • August

        • Teachings by Ringu Tulku Rinpoche

          With: Ringu Tulku Rinpoche

          We are honored to welcome Ringu Tulku Rinpoche to Dechen Choling. Renowned for his deep knowledge of Tibetan Buddhism and the Ri-Me tradition, Rinpoche’s approach is one of warmth, wisdom, and humor.

           
        • Aikido and Mindfulness

          With: Ivan Tröscher, Jörg Kretzschmar

          In this program we will bring together the living Warrior traditions from the lineage of Aikido practitioners with the Shambhala Warrior culture brought to the west by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche. Join us for this unique offering.

           

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