John Rockwell

John Rockwell has been a student, teacher, follower, and leader on the Shambhala Buddhist path for 47 years. His inspiration is to open the heart and senses on the spot.

Upcoming Teaching at Dechen Chöling

Programmes
Category	Programme	Date
	Werma Sadhana Retreat	5–16 July
Meditation	Warrior Assembly	5–16 July
Society	Dathün – A Month of Meditation	5 August–2 September

Anchoring in wakeful presence of body and mind

24 November 2025 – 30 November 2025

With: Barbara Märtens, Friederike Tröscher

Join us for an exploration of mindfulness and awareness through simple meditation and movement practices from the traditions of Body-Mind Centering® and Shambhala Buddhism. Open to all.
Opening the Eye, Unfolding the Heart – Winter Retreat

27 December 2025 – 3 January 2026

With: Jessica Sarapoff

During this retreat, we invite you on a joyful and profound path of exploration where contemplative photography, creativity, mindfulness, and the beauty of the world come together in a single dance.
Protector Practice Weekthün

12 February 2026 – 20 February 2026

With: Lennart Krogoll, Shunya Ladendorff, Clemens Wilson-Reissmann

A programme about meditation and compassion in action - open to all!

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