Gesar Practice Intensive
This retreat is open to all those who have received Gesar Empowerment and are interested in deepening their practice. “The Swift Entering of Blessings [Gesar Guru Yoga] reveals the symbols and signs of the display of awareness. If you supplicate for seven days, you will definitely be cared for [by Gesar]” – Mipham Rinpoche During the […]
Resting the Mind
There are many mindfulness techniques that bring some temporary relief from distractions and anxieties. The 2500-year-old path of Buddhist meditation is unique because it is designed to uproot their causes. Join us for a weekend of Buddhist meditation on the forested shores of Daisy Lake at Sea to Sky Retreat Centre. There will be a […]
SSRC Family Camp
Registration is now closed! If you would like to join the waiting list, please email Michiko: [email protected]
Sit like Siddhartha: Introduction to meditation, a Buddhist approach
Please join us for a weekend of inquiry and meditation in the beautiful and inspiring setting of Sea to Sky Retreat Center. This program is open to all who want to learn the profound practice of calm abiding meditation and enjoy the carry over benefits of experiencing everyday moments more fully. We will cover Siddhartha’s […]
Chetsun Nyingtik Ngondro Practice Intensive
The profound cycle of teachings known as Chetsün Nyingtik* belongs to the category of recollection or reminiscence among Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo’s seven authoritative transmissions. According to H.H. Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche, among the teachings revealed by Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo which relate to dzogpachenpo, the Chetsün Nyingtik represents the profound aspect, while the Vima Ladrup from the […]
Vimaladrup Tsokbum
We are delighted to announce that SSRC will be hosting a Vima Ladrup* Tsokbum this summer. Drubgyud Tenzin Rinpoche will preside as Vajra Master, which is a great blessing for us all. Our experienced chant leaders and shrine masters will lead the practice. Dates are Aug 19- 26 inclusive (17-19 Aug for early arrivees interested in helping with and learning […]
2023 – 2025 In-Person Community Events
2025 Upcoming Community Events SSRC Event Schedule Check Back After Losar (28 February 2025) 2024 Concluded Community Events November 9 SSRC (wait list only) Gesar tsang November 1-3 SSRC (wait list only) Guided Meditation Retreat led by Bruce Ashton October 25-27 SSRC (wait list only) Work as Practice hosted by SSRC volunteer team August 10-18 SSRC […]
Guided Ngondro Retreat
Ngondro Gar instructors, Bruce Ashton and Cydney Kawamura, invite you to join us at Sea to Sky Retreat Centre for an autumn ngondro retreat. All ngondro practitioners are welcome. The retreat will consist of two major segments. The first segment will begin Sunday morning and continue through Wednesday morning. During this segment we will cover […]
Chimé Phakmé Nyingtik Drupchö
SSRC will be hosting an in-person group practice intensive (Drupchö) of the sublime practice of Chimé Phakmé Nyingtik (Heart Essence of Deathless Ārya Tāra). This drupchö will be led by Drubgyud Tenzin Rinpoche assisted by Florence Koh, Chris Jay and Sydney Jay. Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche greatly encourages us to practice together in this way. Intensive […]
