Medicine Buddha (Sangye Menla in Tibetan) is a practice commonly performed by Tibetan doctors, intended to heal those suffering ignorance and the resulting afflictive emotions, and awakening their (and our) Buddha nature.

This five-day closed retreat is our third annual fall retreat, and registration is limited to 25 persons. The retreat will begin on Thursday evening with an empowerment ceremony, and be followed by five days of meditation and instruction. As this retreat is closed, pre-registration is required, and attendees will need to remain on-site throughout the retreat. Led by Drupon Thinley Nyingpo Rinpoche, this retreat will be held at our sister center, Garchen Buddhist Institute, in the tranquil high-desert surrounds of Chino Valley, Arizona, four hours North of Tucson.


Retreat Fees

$375. (includes meals & lodging)
(Click here to pre-register.)


Location

Garchen Buddhist Institute

Chino Valley, Arizona

(Please see Retreat Flyer for detailed directions)


Retreat Fees & Lodging

Retreat fees include all meals and lodging in a common area, as well as required ritual items. Participants are expected to share in all kitchen and clean-up duties.

Alternative accommodations including dormitory rooms or camping are available for an additional fee. The dormitory includes four double-occupancy rooms at a cost $20/person/night for double occupancy and $30/person/night for single occupancy.


Camping is available at $4/night. If you wish to book alternative accommodation, you must do so directly with Garchen Buddhist Institute. Please contact Trisha at Garchen Institute to make reservations. (Email: questions@garchen.net, Phone: 928-925-1237)


Pre-registration is required and must be made by Wednesday, August 15. (Click here to pre-register.)


As a courtesy to those with allergies, please refrain from wearing perfume. Thank you!