For participants wanting to join only for the two days of teachings given by Her Eminence Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche. For those who wish, Rinpoche will bestow the Refuge and Bodhisattva Vows in a ceremony.
With: Tessa Racine
Having experienced a taste of basic goodness in Level 1, we want to go forward. Meditation practice allows us to observe how we create a cocoon of habit. Taught in French (translation upon request).
With: David Hope, Tessa Racine
Join us for a two-week group meditation retreat of mindfulness-awareness practice in the serenity of our magnificent natural surroundings. All experience levels are welcome. This program satisfies Shambhala levels 1-3, and/or a half-dathun.
With: David Hope, Tessa Racine
Register here if you would like to join this group meditation retreat for the first week only. Open to all.
With: Herbert Elsky
A free programme open to everyone. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French. *** NEW DATE: NOW ON JUNE 9!!
With: David Hope, Tessa Racine
Register here if you would like to join this group meditation retreat for the second week only. Meditation experience required.
With: Sabine Rolf, Arnd Riester
For current and aspiring meditation instructors and teachers within the Shambhala Europe mandala seeking authorization. Please inquire with your local Shambhala Practice and Education directorship or Dechen Chöling Programs to confirm your eligibility.
With: Daniele Bollini, Catherine Eveillard, Eve Rosenthal
This is a Shambhala retreat for Warrior Assembly Graduates and Werma practitioners. Its central focus will be the commentary by the Dorje Dradul for the text received at Warrior Assembly.
With: Adam Lobel
A gathering of spiritual teachers across many traditions, thought leaders, land artists, farmers, and inspiring compassionate activists. If you love this sacred planet and are holding the pain of our Earth in your heart, this retreat is for you!
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.
With: Kanjuro Shibata Sensei XXI
Instructor training for advanced Kyudo practitioners. The programme will be led by Onyumishi Kanjuro Shibata XXI, Sensei.
With: Max Baltin, Kanjuro Shibata Sensei XXI
Instructor training for Kyudo practitioners combining the advanced and public programs lead by Onyumishi Kanjuro Shibata XXI, Sensei.
With: Catherine Eveillard, Herbert Elsky
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.
With: Kanjuro Shibata Sensei XXI
Open to all - a living tradition of contemplative archery. Celebrate 25 years of Kyudo at Dechen Choling with a special ceremony (July 30, 10:30 to noon) led by Shinto priest Mr Kamimura.
With: Barbara Märtens, Friederike Tröscher
Drawing on both the Maitri Space Awareness and Body-Mind Centering® approaches, we will learn to open our heart and senses with courage, mindfulness and respect. A journey of discovery into our innate wisdom: a compass for navigating challenging times.
With: Barbara Märtens, Sylvie Deraime
Training in contemplative psychology. This is the first in a series of five in-person retreats combining Tibetan Buddhist principles with contemplative practice, skills development, embodiment training, ongoing group interaction and community support.
A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.
With: Marcia Shibata
A weekend programme open to all. Discover the Way of Flowers through the contemplative floral practice of Kado-Ikebana! No experience or equipment necessary.
With: Marcia Shibata
This course includes the Kado-Ikebana weekend programme, adding an extra three days to deepen your practice.
With: Mathias Pongracz
Open to all. Intended for mindfulness teachers or aspiring teachers of mindfulness, fulfilling the prerequisites for attending the MBSR professional training and continuous training. Taught in French. Translation upon request.
A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.
With: Marcia Shibata
This teacher’s training continues to cultivate a mind/heart that is always open. The programme is by invitation only.
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. Offered in French only.
Led by long-time student of Trungpa and Buddhist teacher Sarah Coleman and Swiss philosopher Alexandre Jollien, this week-long programme is a deep dive into the teachings of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche.
A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.
A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.
With: Barbara Märtens, Sylvie Deraime
Training in contemplative psychology. The Karuna curriculum is made up of five in-person retreats combining Tibetan Buddhist principles with contemplative practice, skills development, embodiment training, ongoing group interaction and community support.
With: Dorothea Gädeke, Alex Paterson
Plunging into the practices and teachings on The Four Foundations of Mindfulness, as taught by Chögyam Trungpa, we explore how they connect to creativity, playfulness and improvisation, including practices of movement and voice. Open to everyone!
With: Barbara Märtens, Sylvie Deraime
Training in contemplative psychology. The Karuna curriculum is made up of five in-person retreats combining Tibetan Buddhist principles with contemplative practice, skills development, embodiment training, ongoing group interaction and community support.
With: Barbara Märtens, Sylvie Deraime
Training in contemplative psychology. The Karuna curriculum is made up of five in-person retreats combining Tibetan Buddhist principles with contemplative practice, skills development, embodiment training, ongoing group interaction and community support.
With: Barbara Märtens, Sylvie Deraime
Final session in the Karuna training. The Karuna curriculum is made up of five in-person retreats combining Tibetan Buddhist principles with contemplative practice, skills development, embodiment training, ongoing group interaction and community support.
