Birth of the warrior – Shambhala Training Level 2 – Open to All
Shambhala Sacred Path: The Four Dignities- Meek & Perky, Outrageous & Inscrutable
Retreat to deepen your understanding of the Sacred Path of Shambhala.
The Four Dignities are introduced as a path and a process, which describe a warrior’s maturing and widening sphere of benevolent engagement in the world. The training in the dignities allows one to maintain awareness and delight at each stage.
The Shambhala Path is a journey of continually deepening the initial inspiration that led you to begin meditating and to take an interest in your own mind, perceptions, and thoughts. Once on the path, you are invited to keep expanding your field of inquiry and to enter an increasingly vast inner and outer space.
Meek
Meek is a study of the grounded, humble and gentle beginning stages of a warrior’s journey. Here one trains to overcome arrogance – the primary obstacle to learning.
Perky
As the second of the four dignities, this level focuses on cultivating sharp, vibrant and uplifted energy through natural discipline. Overcoming the trap of doubt, the warrior of perky is able to accomplish his or her activities with a sense of nobility and ease.
Outrageous and Inscrutable
These fruitional dignities refer to the extraordinary skill of a practiced warrior. No longer afraid of making mistakes, the unconventional and visionary perspective of the outrageous warrior combines with the skill of spontaneous inscrutability to create benefit for others on a large scale.
Prerequisites
Drala. The Four Dignities is a retreat that is part of a progressive series of weekend retreats, meaning each weekend is a requirement for the following weekend.
This programme is a prerequisite for Warrior Assembly. Dechen Chöling will offer a Warrior Assembly from July 5 to July 16 2026.
Practical
Arrival day: Monday 27 April. You’re invited to come from 4 pm in order to register and settle in your room. Dinner is served at 6.30 pm, and the orientation talk is at 8 pm.
End of program: Saturday 2 May. Closing circle and banquet in the evening
Departure day: Sunday 3 May. You may leave anytime (no programme). You’re welcome to stay for lunch.
This programme is taught in French. Requests for interpretation in other languages must be made in advance and confirmed (please indicate your request for interpretation on the registration page).
Programme price
| Regular | 250 € | |
|---|---|---|
| Patron | 358 € | Help support lower income participants |
| Early Bird | 213 € | Expires 6 April 2026 |
| Under 30 years of age | 125 € |
If you require financial assistance to attend this programme please contact [email protected].
Price information
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Total standard price | 673.32 € |
| Programme price (Early Bird) | 213.00 € |
| Full board: 6 nights (74 € per night - Shared 2-person room) * | 444.00 € |
| Room tax: 6 nights | 1.32 € |
| Dechen Chöling association’s annual fee ** | 15.00 € |
* Includes Shared 2-person room and all meals. Other accommodation options available during registration.
** Legal yearly obligation (calendar year) for every participant or visitor.
