upcoming meditation retreats at Vajrapani Institute

Vajrayogini Initiation and Commentary

Vajrapani Institute — Boulder Creek, CA

$380–1,336 · + dana · scholarships

Tiered pricing by accommodation (commuting through private cabins); scholarships available, application deadline one month before retreat. Registration closes Sept 30, 2026.

Tibetan (FPMT) - Highest Yoga Tantra · with Gyumed Khensur Rinpoche Lobsang Jampa

for experienced practitioners / has prereqs

Highest Yoga Tantra initiation and commentary on Vajrayogini practice, described as effective for cutting through ignorance and cultivating wisdom, love, and compassion. Requires prior Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments plus Refuge vows and Bodhicitta intention.

verified Sep 7, 2026

A Week of Deep Practice: The Four Foundations of Mindfulness in the Mahāyāna

Vajrapani Institute — Boulder Creek, CA

$720–2,200 · + dana · scholarships

Tiered pricing by accommodation (commuting through private cabins), includes 3 vegetarian meals daily; a $200 Zoom-only (non-residential) option also offered. Registration closes Oct 16, 2026.

Tibetan (FPMT), Mahayana mindfulness · with Venerable Losang Gendun

Weeklong retreat exploring the Four Foundations of Mindfulness integrated with Mahayana compassion and Madhyamaka philosophy. Six daily sessions alternate breath meditation, guided placements, and open awareness, with periods of silence woven throughout; optional full silence available.

verified Sep 7, 2026

The Path of Meditation: Foundations and Practice

Vajrapani Institute — Boulder Creek, CA

$720–2,520 · + dana · scholarships

Tiered pricing by accommodation (commuting through private cabins); limited scholarships and payment plans available, deadline one month before retreat. Registration closes Nov 5, 2026.

Tibetan (FPMT) · with Geshe Tenzin Legtsok

Beginner-friendly introduction to meditation in the Santa Cruz Mountains redwoods. Learn concentration and analytical meditation, calm abiding, and the four close placements of mindfulness, with guided meditations, teachings, silence, and personal practice time. No experience required.

verified Sep 7, 2026