Diamond Sky Dancer – Vajrayogini Retreat
A 10-day retreat for advanced Vajrayana practitioners (see prerequisites below).
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Vajrayogini is the principal female deity of the Karma Kagyü lineage, an embodiment of our own indestructible wakeful nature. New and old students of all teachers of Vajrayogini are welcome to join together in this precious mandala of the Co-emergent Mother. Leap into your practice for ten days at Dechen Choling!
Sarah Coleman and Lama Brian Hilliard will lead the practice. Together we will share and enjoy the blessings of the practice lineage. There will be four practice sessions a day, teachings on the view and meditation, luncheon discussions, feast practice, and lots of surprises. We will also mix in some moving meditation practices.
We welcome both fresh and seasoned yoginis and yogis. The teachings will address the individual needs of everyone. These will include (re)learning specific parts of the sadhana, including mudras, mantras, and mandalas, as well as an in-depth examination of basic principles, such as co-emergence. Aimless wandering in nature and spontaneous dancing will occur!
Who may attend
This is a vajrayana program restricted to sadhakas who have received the Vajrayogini abhisheka and have the Vajrayogini Sadhana by Tongwa Tonden, Karmapa VI. If you are still completing your Ngöndro, you need to have completed the refuge, prostrations, and Vajrasattva mantra, and have begun the mandala and/or guru yoga.
Practice materials you should bring
Vajrayogini Sadhana, Vajrayogini Manual, your Vajrayogini practice instruments, and any other related Vajrayogini practice texts.
Practical details
Arrival day: Thursday May 14. You’re invited to come from 4 pm in order to register and settle in your room. Dinner is served at 6.30 pm. Orientation talk at 8 pm.
End of program: Saturday May 23. Closing and banquet in the evening.
Departure day: Sunday May 24. You may leave anytime (no program). You are welcome to stay for lunch.
This programme will be taught in English.
Programme price
| Regular | 540 € | |
|---|---|---|
| Patron | 648 € | Help support lower income participants |
| Early Bird | 459 € | Expires 23 April 2026 |
| Under 30 years of age | 270 € |
If you require financial assistance to attend this programme please contact [email protected].
Price information
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Total standard price | 1,076.20 € |
| Programme price (Early Bird) | 459.00 € |
| Full board: 10 nights (60 € per night) * | 600.00 € |
| Room tax: 10 nights | 2.20 € |
| Dechen Chöling association’s annual fee ** | 15.00 € |
* Includes standard accommodation and all meals.
** Legal yearly obligation (calendar year) for every participant or visitor.