Join Lama Lakshey Zangpo for a Dharma Talk before Kalden Kho's Tibetan Sound Journey.

Lama Lakshey Zangpo was born in eastern Tibet and entered Mardo Tashi Choling monastery at the age of ten. Later, he attended Larung Gar Institute in Tibet and studied buddhist philosophy and meditation for a decade with H.H. Jigme Phuntsok. Lama Lakshey was recognized at a young age as a Tulku, and was later enthroned by H.H. Katok Getse Rinpoche. H.H. Katok Getse Rinpoche was the seventh head of the Nyigma tradition. Lama Lakshey has taught in the U.S. and Canada for the last 15 years. He provides instruction on buddhist meditation and eastern psychology to dharma practitioners, university students and faculty, medical communities, and tech corporations. Lama Lakshey served on the Board of Directors of Joru Foundation and is the spiritual advisor of Tsinta Mani Choling, Lama Lakshey resides in the Bay Area.

Suggested Donation $20

Kalden Kho, a traditional Tibetan Sowa, draws on his traditional Tibetan background, using chanting and a variety of traditional Tibetan healing instruments. This Sound Experience is a ritual of sound to help you regain your ideal vibration, leading to a more balanced state - physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Everything in the universe - from subatomic particles to the largest planet - is constantly moving, vibrating. We are no exception. And, like an exquisite musical instrument, when we are “out of tune,” the music of our life is not harmonious. Rest, resonate, and cultivate a wave of harmony, love and kindness together.

Early Bird $40

Starting June 11th $50

Kalden Kho : Originally from eastern Tibet, Kalden Kho, a Tibeten Sowa, brings a wealth of Tibetan cultural and spiritual background to his sound work, breath work and astrology offerings. He became a monk at the age of 5 and continued his monastic studies until the age of 23, when he completed a three year retreat. He subsequently escaped to India in the winter of 2000 and joined his Tibetan community in exile, under His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. He moved to the U.S. 10 years ago. Throughout his journeys across the U.S, he has come to meet people from all walks of life. He has discovered that people more and more are seeking connection and a sense of serenity as a way to offset the stress and isolation of modern lifestyles. Despite missing his home and the deep sense of community that flourished in his country of birth, Kalden’s wish is to use his talents to create something of similar value here. He seeks to provide an experience that reflects the qualities of Tibetan cultural tradition, while also forging an innovative path forward.

Join Krystle, Peter and Sonny in a cOMmUNITY chant and meditation to honor the auspicious brightest and longest day of the year.

Learn the meaning and chant the traditional Vedic mantra to the sun.

This offering is a gift to the cOMmUNITY!

Enjoy a cOMmUNITY, donation based, Summer Solstice practice.

Grab all the props and drop into a luxurious practice of calming pranayama, guided meditation, and restorative posture.  Learn how to manage your mind with gentle breath techniques, organize your body using a variety of prop set ups, and support the nervous system for longevity and wholeness.

Please wear comfortable clothing, socks, and bring an eye pillow if you have one!

This practice is a cOMmUNITY donation based offering.

Enjoy a yin yoga practice woven with the current cosmic wisdom of Summer Solstice.

In this unique and nourishing early evening, delight in a :

• Restoring and rejuvenating yin yoga practice

• Gaining insights around the summer solstice and current astrological configurations

• Experience what they mean, and how to use them

Early Bird $40

Starting June 19th $50

Ana Poirier is a Certified Holistic Nutrition Coach, yoga instructor, experienced natural foods chef, massage therapist, Reiki practitioner and offers astrology sessions. She is accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners and is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, in New York City.

She conducts nutrition workshops and whole foods cooking courses, as well as works privately with individuals. Ana finds energy and inspiration in seeing the flame of healing re-animate the lives of those with whom she works. In working with Ana, clients experience just how easy and enjoyable getting healthy can be!

Having studied with a diverse group of teachers, Ana’s yoga style is one that incorporates a slow-flow vinyasa style with aspects of Iyengar alignment. She has studied Ashtanga, Iyengar, Yin and Yang yoga, pre-natal and yoga anatomy. Ana tends to focus on the energetic feeling of a pose or exercise rather than the physical appearance. She often weaves inspirational quotes or poems into her classes and workshops. Ana believes (and witnesses daily) that creating extraordinary health and energy are the gateway to enjoying fulfillment in all areas of life.

The last Thursday of every month!

Enjoy a cOMmUNITY nature walk with sOMe asanas to stretch and lengthen along the way with Guido and Rosemary!

Meet at the Shala, journey to Point Lobos and let your feet kiss the earth!

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Deepening Inner Attunement Through Somatic Connection, Care & Repair

A gathering for those who want to explore, befriend and tend aspects of their life experiences that feel challenging, distressing, or out of sorts. Using the approaches of Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatics, self-inquiry and mindfulness, we'll explore these areas in a gentle and supportive manner.

Focus and Themes:

• Experience our innate capacity to be with emotional distress in a way that feels tolerable, empowering and constructive.

• Learn how to help our nervous system digest old emotional pains and clarify misunderstandings.

• Make contact with aspects of ourselves that have been isolated, protected and excluded from our experience so they can begin to feel safer and less reactive.

• Find ease and contentment in daily living by learning how to navigate life's ups and downs successfully.

Early Bird $30

Starting Dec 25th $40

Yossi Beeri

This will be a drop in group facilitated offering by Yossi Beeri who supports people in one-on-one sessions. His focus and trainings include Sensory Awareness, Gestalt Awareness Practice, and Internal Family Systems. He spent several years as a staff member at the Esalen Institute where he explored these themes theoretically and experientially.

www.deepeningawareness.com

The Dances of Universal Peace is participatory group spiritual practice facilitated by a Certified Dance Leader who introduces the group to the sacred phrase, music, and movements. After a short practice, participants enter the circle dance with live music accompaniment. This “spiritual practice in motion” connects the body, heart, and soul, opening participants to the possibility of a spiritual experience while honoring various sacred traditions from around the world.

This is a Donation Offering

Karen Lehman is a song leader with the Whole Hearted Community Song Circles and a Certified Dance Leader for Dances of Universal Peace. A resident of the Monterey Peninsula for more than 50 years, she has performed with a number of prominent local choral groups. Being a musician and a retired teacher, Karen feels that her life purpose is to inspire others with her voice and music. Following the Ruhaniat path of Sufism for the past 20 years, Karen has discovered that singing and moving to chants deepens the practice and wishes to share this with others.