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SUMMARY:Returning Home - Meditation Retreat with Dónal Creedon
DESCRIPTION:‘We shall not cease from exploration \nAnd the end of all our exploring \nWill be to arrive where we started \nAnd know the place for the first time.’ \nT.S. Elliot ‘Little Gidding’ \nThe journey home is a theme that runs through many traditions\, legends and stories. The home can be an actual place\, our native Ithaca. In the Buddhadharma\, home is the space of things (dharmadatu). Inwardly it is the vajra seat\, the heart\, the ‘still point of the turning world’. A place where struggle\, speed\, all wanting comes to rest. Meditation is both road and destination. Thus all our paths are a returning to ‘that which was the beginning’. \nCome to TRC\, far from the madding crowd\, a heavens-haven of retreat and blessed nature. Leave behind the haste and tyranny of merciless acceleration. We will rely on the teachings of the siddhas as our principle guide. As always meditation\, discourse and dialogue will be central to our retreat. \nRetreat Participation Guidelines\nThis Buddhist meditation retreat is particularly suitable for those with some prior knowledge and experience of meditation. However\, everyone is welcome\, provided they are willing to fully engage with the spirit and structure of the retreat. \nWe ask that each participant come with a sincere commitment to the programme\, and a willingness to set aside personal demands and agendas for the duration of the retreat. This commitment is essential for maintaining the supportive and focused environment necessary for deep practice. \nParticipation is based on ethical conduct grounded in the Buddhist precepts\, and on mutual consideration and respect for others. If you feel unable to meet these conditions\, we kindly request that you reconsider attending. \nThank you for your understanding and care in supporting a harmonious retreat space. \nRetreat Attendance Options\nIdeally\, participants are encouraged to attend the full retreat to gain the greatest benefit. However\, partial attendance is also welcome\, with a minimum stay of one week\, and 5 days for the first week. \nFor those attending part of the retreat\, entry is possible on the following dates: \n\n\nTuesday 11 November \n\n\nSunday 16 November \n\n\nSunday 23 November \n\n\nWe appreciate your understanding\, as set entry dates help maintain the integrity and flow of the retreat for everyone involved. \nAbout Dónal Creedon\nDónal Creedon is a highly respected Buddhist meditation teacher\, deeply appreciated for his warmth\, openness\, and sincerity. He brings many years of experience to his teaching\, grounded in deep personal practice and study. He trained extensively with masters of the Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism in Europe\, India\, and Nepal\, including long periods of intensive retreat.  Dónal’s teaching is rooted in this tradition\, while also being informed by his time at the Krishnamurti Centre in Varanasi\, where he served as the resident Buddhist scholar. Dónal’s approach integrates Buddhist meditative training with the radical spirit of inquiry inspired by J. Krishnamurti\, offering a path that is both contemplative and deeply questioning. \nRetreat Cost\nThe retreat fee includes Accommodation\, Ova-lacto vegetarian meals from supper on the first night to lunch on the final day\, a supplement for the teacher’s airfare\, and an optional R60 environmental levy \nDiscounts (already applied to listed fees): \n\n5% off for stays of 7 days\n10% off for stays of 2 weeks\n15% off for the full 23-night retreat\n\nTRC members receive an additional 10% discount if membership has been paid up for at least 6 months before the retreat. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  1st Week      (5 nights)\n  7 Nights\n  11 Nights\n  14 Nights\n  23 Nights     (full retreat)\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R3\,800\n  R4\,500\n  R6\,200\n  R7\,000\n  R10\,100\n\n\n  Camping TRC Tent/Cabin\n  R4\,300\n  R5\,100\n  R7\,200\n  R8\,300\n  R12\,000\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R4\,300\n  R5\,100\n  R7\,200\n  R8\,300\n  R12\,000\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per   person):\n  R4\,800\n  R5\,800\n  R8\,300\n  R9\,600\n  R14\,000\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n  R5\,300\n  R6\,500\n  R9\,300\n  R10\,900\n  R16\,000\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom:\n  R5\,800\n  R7\,100\n  R10\,400\n  R12\,100\n  R18\,000\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R6\,300\n  R7\,800\n  R11\,400\n  R13\,400\n  R19\,900\n\n\n\nPlease note: \n\n\nThe cost does not include Dana (a traditional offering of appreciation to the teacher) \n\n\nStaff tips are also not included \n\n\nFor the costs of additional days and other accommodation options off the main site\, please contact the office at retreat@tararokpacentre.co.za. \n\nFor volunteer/work exchange options\, please contact the office at retreat@tararokpacentre.co.za.\n\nTransport to/from TRC & Airport Shuttle Details\nShuttle Service (OR Tambo to TRC): \n\nAvailable Tuesday\, 11 November and change-over days\, if there are enough participants.\nReturn shuttle from TRC to OR Tambo: Thursday\, 4 December.\nCost: ~R1400 per person (round trip). Not included in retreat fees.\n\nAlternative: InterCape Bus: \n\nFrom OR Tambo airport to Groot Marico: Departs at 11 AM (~R350).\nTRC pickup/drop-off from/to Groot Marico: R175.\nReturn bus departs Groot Marico at 9 AM.\nWhen booking\, select OR Tambo (not Johannesburg) as your stop.\n\nFlight Timing Guidelines: \n\nArrival (to use shuttle or bus) by 10 AM latest (or 8 AM if using InterCape).\nDeparture: Shuttle arrives at OR Tambo by 5:30 PM on 14 December.\nBook domestic flights after 7 PM\, and international flights after 8 PM.\n\nCarpooling: \nTRC will assist in arranging carpooling where possible. \nTo Book\nPlease use our online booking form\, which can be completed easily on a phone or tablet. \nA 50% deposit will secure your choice of accommodation. You are also welcome to discuss a payment plan with us. \nPeople who stay for longer periods will be preferentially allocated their choice of accommodation.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/meditation-retreat-with-donal-creedon-2025/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Contemplation,Dharma,Inquiry,Insight,Meditation,Mindfulness,Tibetan Buddhism
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Equanimity and Gratitude with Vera Hey
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Equanimity and Gratitude in a Reactive World. \n“Between the stimulus and the response there is space\, and in that space is your power and freedom\, that space is the hope of humanity!” Viktor Frankl \nWhat is Equanimity? It is a non-reactive\, mindful presence; it is inner balance and ease. It is our inner refuge. When we are able to come to equanimity\, then all other qualities that we cherish like joy\, love\, intelligence\, clarity\, etc\, arise naturally! \nSo\, what keeps us on the spinning wheel of obsessive thinking and running through our day? There is no life there\, no intimacy\, no wonder! \nLet’s explore together how to get off that wheel and step into the states of equanimity and gratitude\, which\, according to neuroscientists\, are states that bring us the experience of contentment\, inner peace and harmony. \nThis retreat will utilise techniques from the mindfulness toolbox\, including relaxation\, meditation\, reflection\, gentle yoga\, and nature walks. \nYour Facilitator:\nVera Hey is a mindfulness practitioner and an experienced mindfulness facilitator. She applies the insight and awareness gained from her mindfulness practice to both her personal life and her career as a psychological counsellor. She is a student of Rob Nairn\, an international Mindfulness and Meditation teacher\, and has completed his facilitator training course. \n  \nCost:\nThe cost includes the accommodation of your choice\, all vegetarian meals from Friday lunchtime to Sunday lunch\, a facilitator fee\, and a voluntary environmental levy of R60. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Accommodation Type\n  Cost per person\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R1\,500\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R1\,700\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person):\n  R1\,900\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n  R2\,100\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom:\n  R2\,300\n\n\n  Single-use ensuite room:\n  R2\,500\n\n\n\n  \nTo book:\nPlease book using this online form. \nA 50% deposit will confirm the accommodation of your choice.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/cultivating-equanimity-and-gratitude-with-vera-hey/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:communication,compassion,Contemplation,Embodied meditation,Inquiry,Insight,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Relaxing,Spirituality,Walking
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SUMMARY:Training the Heart\, Training the Mind
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a 3-Night Retreat in the Heart of the Bushveld during this full moon weekend. \nReconnect with your innate wisdom and compassion during this 3-night Buddhist retreat at the serene Tara Rokpa Retreat Centre\, nestled in the tranquil Bushveld region of South Africa. Guided by Lama Zangpo\, this retreat will offer a deep dive into the heart practice of Chenrezik—the embodiment of compassion in Tibetan Buddhism—and explore the transformative teachings of Lojong (Mind Training)\, a practical approach to cultivating resilience\, kindness\, and wisdom in daily life. \nThrough Dharma talks\, meditation\, reflections\, and group practice\, you’ll develop tools to soften the heart\, open the mind\, and meet life’s challenges with greater equanimity and compassion. Whether you are new to Buddhist practice or looking to deepen your path\, this retreat provides a supportive and nurturing environment for inner growth and connection. \nAdditional highlights include fresh air nature walks\, time for rest and reflection\, birdwatching\, moongazing under the clear Bushveld sky\, and nourishing vegetarian meals to support deep relaxation and renewal. \nAll are welcome. No prior experience is required. \nTeacher\n\nLama Zangpo’s meditation journey began in 1996 when he met Lama Yeshe Rinpoche at Kagyu Samye Dzong Johannesburg and became a resident volunteer. His spiritual path took him from the Holy Isle to Arran\, and later to Nepal\, where he pursued intensive study and practice under the guidance of Drupon Rinpoche at the Thrangu Sekhar retreat. He has also supported communities in South Africa\, the Congo\, and most recently in Glasgow\, where he now resides\, helping to nurture and grow the local Buddhist community. Lama Zangpo is known for his compassionate approach and understanding of Buddhist meditation\, making this weekend accessible for both beginners and those with more experience.\n\nCost\n\nRetreat costs include accommodation\, meals\, a voluntary environmental levy of R60\, and a contribution toward teacher travel expenses.Please note that the cost does not include dana (a traditional offering to the teacher) or staff gratuities. \nWe warmly encourage participation regardless of financial circumstances—no one should feel excluded due to cost.For additional discounts or work exchange options\, please contact us at retreat@tararokpacentre.co.za. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Accommodation type\n  Cost\n\n\n  Camping (own tent):\n  R1\,900\n\n\n  Dormitory:\n  R2\,200\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R2\,500\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R2\,800\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom:\n  R3\,100\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R3\,400\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo Book\nPlease fill in the online booking form.\n\nA 50% deposit will confirm your choice of accommodation.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/training-the-heart-training-the-mind/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,compassion,Contemplation,Dharma,Meditation,Tibetan Buddhism
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SUMMARY:The Twelve Links
DESCRIPTION:“We all want to find happiness and be free from suffering. The twelve-part process of dependent arising shows how actions underlain by ignorance propel us from one rebirth into another\, keeping us trapped in suffering\, and how through understanding reality correctly we can break this cycle.” Geshe Sonam Rinchen \n  \nJoin us for a transformative Buddhist retreat focused on the Twelve Links of Dependent Origination\, a profound teaching that reveals the interdependent nature of existence. The Twelve Links outline the cycle of suffering (samsara) and how our actions\, thoughts\, and experiences are interconnected\, perpetuating our grasping and suffering. From ignorance to birth and aging\, each link shows how one leads to the next\, trapping us in the cycle of existence. Through meditation\, teachings\, and reflection\, we’ll explore how understanding these links can break the cycle\, leading to wisdom\, liberation\, and lasting peace. \n  \nFacilitator:\nThe retreat will be led by Alan Muller who took refuge in 1997 with Akong Rinpoche. In 2003\, he completed a one-year closed retreat under the guidance of Lama Yeshe Rinpoche at Samye Ling Monastery in Scotland. During this period\, he took novice monk’s vows. Alan remained a novice monk for six years and now presents courses and retreats as a layperson. He has formed Ngondro groups since 2004 around Southern Africa. \n  \nCost:\nThe costs of this retreat cover three nights’ accommodation\, all meals from Friday supper to lunch on Monday (a public holiday). Dana for the facilitator is excluded from these costs. An amount of R200 to R500 a day for dana is suggested\, and if you would like to tip the staff\, that would be warmly welcomed. \nPlease do not let a lack of finances prevent you from attending. Please contact us for concessions/work exchange. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Accommodation\n  3 Nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent):\n  R1\,400\n\n\n  Dormitory:\n  R1\,700\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R2\,000\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R2\,300\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom:\n  R2\,600\n\n\n  Single ensuite room:\n  R2\,900\n\n\n\n  \nTo book:\nPlease click here to book. A 50% deposit will confirm your booking.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/the-twelve-links/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Contemplation,Dharma,Inquiry,Insight,Meditation,Tibetan Buddhism
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SUMMARY:Footprints:  EASTER CAMP 2025
DESCRIPTION:Footprints\n“The impression left by a foot on the ground.” \nWhat impressions have your feet made throughout your life? If we look around –  we are living in a world of war\, climate change and uncertainty. The fast pace of life and our addiction to technology have brought about a loss of connection to ourselves\, each other\, and our planet. How do we stand amidst this? How are our feet placed on the ground? Are our footprints deep and heavy\, out of balance\, or not even there? \nHow would you like your footprint to be? \nOver the Easter weekend\, we will use the Tara Rokpa Therapy methods to look at how we stand on the ground. We shall explore how we can reconnect\, find our balance\, strengthen our connection to others and our planet. Can our footprints show our intention – do we step with soft feet\, an easy mind and a light heart? \n“Tread softly because you tread on my dreams” ~ W B Yeats \nSpend a relaxing long weekend in the African Bush with the Tara Rokpa Therapy team. The weekend is open to all\, and families are welcome. There will be planned activities on the theme of Footprints\, as well as plenty of time to relax and play. \nParticipants are welcome to arrive a day earlier to settle in\, or to stay on for another night. \nFacilitators:\nTuula Styrman has worked and studied for over 40 years as a body therapist \, masseur\, lecturer\, coach and trainer. She works at the Terhokoti -hospice in Helsinki\, Finland offering gentle\, supportive massage for hospice clients\, their family members as well as for the personnel. She also works in schools with students and teachers\, with healthcare professional as well as working people and people in challenging working environments.\nTuula actively educates social and health care professionals and volunteers in respectful touch and is one of the authors of “The Handbook for Respectful Touch” for Social and Healthcare Personnel. She is also one of the translators of the new edition of the Taming the Tiger book in Finnish\,\nTuula has been involved with Tara Rokpa work from 1998 and completed her own Tara Rokpa process in Finland in 2002. She has trained in the Tara Rokpa Therapy process as a short course leader and is just about to complete her Therapist training process. She works with the method in Finland and Sweden. \n  \nTrish Swift B.Soc.Sc.\, MSS\, M.Sc. Trish is a registered clinical social work therapist and is currently working in private practice in Harare. She has lectured at the University of Zimbabwe and is currently the Senior Tara Rokpa Therapist representing Africa. Traveling extensively throughout Southern Africa and Europe\, she is a widely sought after and much-loved facilitator and therapist. \n  \nJayne Pilossof is a compassionate and skilled  kinesiologist who lives and works in Zimbabwe. With a background in textile design\, she worked as a freelance designer before embarking on a transformative journey in 1994\, when she began her own Tara Rokpa Therapy (TRT) process\, completing it in 2000. Because she found it so inspiring and beneficial \, she wanted to share this with others and began her own training to become a therapist. In 2010\, she formally started her path to becoming a therapist\, and completed the 5 year training to become a certified Tara Rokpa Therapist in 2014. Today\, Jayne works as a Tara Rokpa therapist in Harare and Chitungwiza. She also works in South Africa\, Germany\, England\, and other parts of Europe. \nCosts:\nThe costs cover all accommodation for 4 nights\, meals from Thursday evening until Monday lunch and a fee to cover the facilitator costs. For the cost of an extra day’s accommodation\, please inquire at retreat@tararokpacentre.co.za. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 4 Nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R3\,400\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R3\,800\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R4\,200\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R4\,600\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom:\n  R5\,000\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R5\,400\n\n\n\n  \nWe also have a family discount to make the weekend more affordable for families. Families will be allocated shared rooms together. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Family Rates\n  4 Nights\n\n\n  Adult\n  R4\,200\n\n\n  Teen 1\n  R2\,300\n\n\n  Teen 2\, 3…\n  R1\,700\n\n\n  Age 3 – 12\n  R1\,000\n\n\n  Under 3s\n  R0\n\n\n\n  \nTo Book:\nClick here to book for the retreat. \nA 50% deposit will confirm your booking. \nAirport Shuttle\nIf there is sufficient interest\, an airport shuttle to/from OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg will be arranged. The cost would be an estimated additional R1500 per person. \nPlease ensure that your incoming flights land before 10 am\, and please book international flights after 8 pm for your departure. \nAlternatively\, there is an intercity bus from the airport to Gaborone that departs the airport at 11 am\, and stops in Groot Marico. These tickets must be pe-booked online. \nVisit to Game Reserve\nA visit may be arranged to a nearby game reserve after the retreat. Please contact Jayne to express your interest.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/footprints-easter-camp-2025/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Inquiry,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Spirituality,Tara Rokpa Therapy,Walking,Yoga
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Mind/Body Connection
DESCRIPTION:Do your emotions affect your body? \nA pain in the neck or back; itchy palms; cold feet… Not a day goes by that our bodies don’t “speak” to us through tickles and tingles\, headaches and bellyaches etc… \nHave you ever noticed a connection between twitches and twinges\, shaking or lower backache and unnoticed emotions? Perhaps it is the body’s way of conveying underlying unnoticed needs. \nDuring this weekend retreat\, we will be exploring the connection between mind and body through discussions and direct experience\, using techniques from the Mindfulness toolbox such as relaxation\, meditation\, reflection\, gentle yoga\, and walks in nature. \nYou are welcome to come for the long weekend (3 nights)\, or for two nights. \nYour Facilitator:\nVera Hey is a mindfulness practitioner and an experienced mindfulness facilitator. She uses the insight and awareness gained from her mindfulness practice in her personal life and in her career as a psychological counselor. She is a student of Rob Nairn\, international Mindfulness and Meditation teacher\, and has completed his facilitator training course. \n\nCost:\nThe cost includes the accommodation of your choice\, all vegetarian meals from Friday supper to Sunday lunch\, a facilitator fee\, and a voluntary environmental levy of R60. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n          Accommodation Type\n           Cost per person\n\n\n\n   2 Nights\n   3 Nights\n\n\n   Camping (own tent)\n   R1 400\n   R2 000\n\n\n   Dormitory\n   R1 600\n   R2 300\n\n\n   Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person):\n   R1 800\n   R2 600\n\n\n   Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n   R2 000\n   R2 900\n\n\n   Single room with shared bathroom:\n   R2 200\n   R3 200\n\n\n   Single-use ensuite room:\n   R2 400\n   R3 500\n\n\n\nTo book:\nPlease book using this online form. \nA 50% deposit will confirm the accommodation of your choice. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/exploring-the-mind-body-connection/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Inquiry,Insight,Meditation,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Relaxing,Walking,Yoga
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250309T140000
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SUMMARY:Taming the Wild Monkey Mind with Lama Zangmo
DESCRIPTION:An untamed mind is compared to a wild elephant being led by a crazy\, wild monkey of distraction. The untamed mind can do a lot of damage\, as we can easily observe in daily life. \nSo\, how do we go about taming our wild\, monkey minds? \nLama Zangmo will talk about the benefits and the common difficulties encountered in meditation\,\nand how to deal with them.  Sometimes being reminded of small things can make a big difference and help us to see the bigger picture and put things into perspective. For that reason it is helpful to be reminded and to gain more understanding of how to train the mind. \nDuring this retreat\, Lama Zangmo will also give instructions on the key aspects of the inspiring Dorje Chang Prayer\, which is chanted regularly in all the Kagyu centres. \nThe text shows us how to apply ourselves on the spiritual path using the analogy of our body\, pointing out that renunciation is the feet of meditation\, devotion is the head of meditation and non-distraction is the body of meditation. \nThere will be guided meditation practice and time for questions. \nLama Zangmo\n\nLama Gelongma Zangmo  is the resident Lama at Kagyu Samye Dzong London. She became a practising Buddhist when she arrived at Kagyu Samye Ling in 1977 and took refuge with His Holiness the 16th Karmapa\, Rangjung Rigpe Dorje. Having received teachings from many highly respected lamas who visited Kagyu Samye Ling\, she was inspired to enter the four-year closed retreat in 1984\, during which time she became ordained as a Buddhist nun. Lama Zangmo completed 2 more long retreats\, during which she was asked to help and advise the new retreatants. bringing the total number of years Lama Zangmo spent in retreat to eleven and a half. \n​Choje Akong Tulku Rinpoche and Lama Yeshe Losal Rinpoche then asked Lama Zangmo to put her experience to good use by helping to run Kagyu Samye Dzong London\, which was officially opened in 1998. Since then the London Centre has flourished under Lama Zangmo’s guidance and established itself as a much needed Dharma Centre in the capital city\, providing a full and varied programme of teachings and events throughout the year. \nIn recognition of her long experience\, selfless qualities and commitment\, she became the first person in the UK to be honoured with the title of Lama by our Founder Choje Akong Tulku Rinpoche\, at a heart warming ceremony in Kagyu Samye Dzong London in June 2001. \n\nRetreat Cost:\nThe cost of the retreat includes accommodation and all meals from supper on the first evening until lunch on Sunday. It includes a voluntary environmental levy of R60\, and a contribution for teacher transport. The retreat excludes dana for the teacher. \nPlease contact us for discounted rates – don’t let a lack of finances prevent you from attending this retreat. \nDana for the teacher would be appreciated. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Accommodation\, 3 nights\n\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R1\,900\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R2\,200\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R2\,500\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R2\,800\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom\n  R3\,100\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R3\,400\n\n\n\n  \nTo book:\n\nPlease click here to book.  \nA 50% deposit will confirm your booking.​
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/taming-the-wild-monkey-mind-with-lama-zangmo/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Contemplation,Dharma,Meditation,Spirituality
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
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SUMMARY:Echos from an Empty Sky - Meditation Retreat with Dónal Creedon
DESCRIPTION:“All things hang like a drop of dew  \nUpon a blade of grass.” ~ W.B.Yeats \nThis year we will continue to explore the human condition\, particularly our common experience of disillusionment and disappointment in life. According to the Buddha\, the source of trouble is self-grasping and in particular the afflicted mind (kliṣṭamanas). \nThe Sanskrit word klista has the connotations of “pain\,” “affliction\,” “distress\,” “anguish\,” “anger\,” and “worldly trouble.” As long as the afflicted mind rules we are never out of trouble. The teachings on transience (anitya)\, self absence (anātman)\, dissatisfaction (duhkha)\, emptiness (shūnyata)\, and buddha nature (sugatagarbha) will form the background. In particular\, our lodestar will be the teachings on Buddha nature which point to another possibility\, beyond illusion\, the other shore (Pāramitā) as it were. \nThese teachings form the basis for Mahamūdra. Our intention is to bring these extraordinary teachings out of the text and into our lives in a non-theoretical way. Why not give it a go? Take a leap into the deep end. \nIdeally\, it’s best to attend the whole retreat if possible. Nonetheless\, it is acceptable to attend in part for a minimum of one week with entry dates on Friday 22 November\, Saturday 30 November\, and Saturday 7 December. \nConditions for Joining the Retreat\nThis is a Buddhist meditation retreat and is particularly suitable for those with some knowledge and experience. However\, everyone is welcome. Each person should be committed to the programme and leave personal demands and agendas aside. This is essential. Ethical conduct based on Buddhist precepts and consideration for others is assumed. If you cannot fulfill these conditions please do not come. \nAbout Dónal Creedon\nDónal Creedon is a Buddhist meditation teacher with many years of experience\, loved and deeply appreciated for his warmth\, openness\, and sincerity. He studied and practiced with Buddhist masters of the Kagyu practice lineage in Europe as well as in India and Nepal. This involved many years of intense retreat. Dónal also spent a number of years at the Krishnamurti Centre in Varanasi as resident Buddhist scholar. Thus the radical inquiry of Krishnamurti informs his approach. \nIn 2017\, he published ‘The Main of Light’\, a study that examines the teachings of J Krishnamurti in the light of Buddhist teachings\, specifically the teachings of the Mahamudra and Dzogchen lineages. The teachings of the Buddha and Krishnamurti both explore the most profound and fundamental questions of human existence. They directly address the questions of sorrow\, fear\, and death\, as well as the deepest meaning a human life can attain beyond the travail and illusion of dualism. They point to the sources of sorrow and the ending of sorrow\, to the possibility of living a life informed by intelligence and compassion. As Dónal says: “It is my hope that this study will serve as a modest contribution to what I feel is an immensely important area of human exploration. I hope it will stimulate questions not only in Buddhist and Krishnamurti students but anyone interested in the deep problems that affect our world so grievously.” \nCost\nThe costs include accommodation\, all ova-lacto meals from supper on the first night to lunch on the last day\, a supplement for teacher airfares\, and an optional R60 environmental levy. There is a 5 % discount if you stay for 2 weeks\, a 10% discount for 3 weeks\, and a 15% discount for 4 weeks. These discounts are already included in the cost.\nTRC members receive a further 10% discount if membership is paid up for 6 months before the retreat.\nThe cost excludes Dana (an offering of appreciation to the teacher)\, and staff tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Accommodation: From Fri 22 November\n 8 Nights\n 15 Nights\n 22 Nights\n 29 Nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R5\,200\n  R7\,900\n  R10\,300\n  R12\,400\n\n\n  Camping TRC Tent/Cabin\n  R6\,000\n  R9\,300\n  R12\,300\n  R14\,900\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R6\,000\n  R9\,300\n  R12\,300\n  R14\,900\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person)\n  R6\,800\n  R10\,700\n  R14\,300\n  R17\,300\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person)\n  R7\,600\n  R12\,200\n  R16\,300\n  R19\,800\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom\n  R8\,400\n  R13\,600\n  R18\,200\n  R22\,300\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R9\,200\n  R15\,000\n  R20\,200\n  R24\,700\n\n\n  Single Rooms (Office Block)\n  R6\,000\n  R9\,300\n  R12\,300\n  R14\,900\n\n\n  Brown House en suite\, shared\n  R7\,200\n  R11\,400\n  R15\,300\n  R18\,600\n\n\n  Brown House – single\n  R6\,400\n  R10\,000\n  R13\,300\n  R16\,100\n\n\n  Brown House – dorm\n  R5\,600\n  R8\,600\n  R11\,300\n  R13\,700\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Accommodation: From Sat 30 November/Sat 7 December\n 7 Nights\n 14 Nights\n 21 Nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n R4\,700\n R7\,500\n R9\,900\n\n\n  Camping TRC Tent/Cabin\n R5\,400\n R8\,800\n R11\,800\n\n\n  Dormitory\n R5\,400\n R8\,800\n R11\,800\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person)\n R6\,100\n R10\,100\n R13\,700\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person)\n R6\,800\n R11\,500\n R15\,600\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom\n R7\,500\n R12\,800\n R17\,500\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n R8\,200\n R14\,100\n R19\,400\n\n\n  Single Rooms (Office Block)\n R5\,400\n R8\,800\n R11\,800\n\n\n  Brown House en suite\, shared\n R6\,500\n R10\,800\n R14\,600\n\n\n  Brown House – single\n R5\,800\n R9\,500\n R12\,700\n\n\n  Brown House – dorm\n R5\,100\n R8\,100\n R10\,900\n\n\n\nPlease contact us for work-exchange options or payment plans. \nTransport to/from TRC & Airport Shuttle\nAn airport shuttle will be available from OR Tambo to TRC on Friday 22\, and Sat 30 November\, and a return journey on Sat 21 December. Other shuttle trips may be organized on the change-over days\, depending on number of participants. \nThe cost for the return airport shuttle is estimated at R1700 per person. This is an extra cost\, and not included above. \nTRC will help with carpooling where possible. It is also possible to travel on the InterCape bus from OR Tambo airport (leaving at 11 AM) to Groot Marico (around R350) and TRC can arrange a pickup to the Centre (R200). The InterCape bus leaves Groot Marico at about 9 AM\, if you would like to return using the bus. \nPlease ensure that your flight arrives before 10 am (8 AM if you are using the InterCape bus)\, to give you time to collect your luggage and pass through immigration. On the return trip\, the shuttle will depart TRC around lunchtime\, to arrive at ORT by 5.30 pm. Please book local flights to leave after 7 pm\, and international flights to leave after 8 pm. \nTo Book\nPlease use our online booking form\, which can be completed easily on a phone or tablet. Bookings are open. \nA 50% deposit will secure your choice of accommodation. You are also welcome to discuss a payment plan with us. \nPeople who stay for longer periods will be preferentially allocated their choice of accommodation. \n 
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/a-meditation-retreat-with-donal-creedon/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Contemplation,Dharma,Inquiry,Insight,Meditation,Spirituality,Tibetan Buddhism
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241110T140000
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SUMMARY:Trees\, Leaves\, Shrubs and More
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to learn about identifying trees and shrubs? Join Eckhard Druschke for a relaxing getaway in the beautiful Groot Marico Bushveld for a weekend of walks & talks on tree and shrub identification. \nTrees are poems that the earth writes upon the sky. \n Kahlil Gibran \nBring your walking shoes and binoculars\, field guides\, water bottles and notebook to enjoy some time in the bush. Suitable for all levels of fitness. \nIn the evenings\, there will be star gazing\, and Eckhard will talk about our amazing Southern African sky\, identifying various constellations\, planets\, and stars\,  and offering insight into our vast and magnificent universe. \nYour Guide:\nEckhard Druschke is a passionate nature enthusiast who has laid out all the self-guided hiking trails around TRC. He has hiked and climbed extensively in Africa\, Asia\, South and North America\, including Patagonia\, the Hindu Kush\, and Mount Kailash\, and not forgetting the Magaliesburg\, the Lowveld\, and the Drakensberg. He is a highly experienced\, enthusiastic\, and caring field guide with extensive knowledge about our local fauna and flora. \n  \n  \nCost:\nThe cost includes the accommodation of your choice\, all meals from Friday supper to lunch on Sunday\, and a voluntary environmental levy of R60. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  2 nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R  960\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R1 160\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person):\n  R1 360\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n  R1 560\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R1 760\n\n\n  Single ensuite room (if space available):\n  R1 960\n\n\n\nTo Book:\nClick here to access our super-friendly online booking form. \nA 50% deposit will secure the accommodation of your choice.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/trees-leaves-shrubs-and-more/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Course,Embodied meditation,Environment,Outdoor,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241025T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T140000
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SUMMARY:ZenPen - Writing\, Being and Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for A Writing\, Being\, and Meditation Retreat with Dorian Haarhoff for a weekend\, with the option to extend your experience to the following Tuesday for A Stream of Words Retreat. \nWe can make our minds so like still water that beings gather about us to see their own images\, and so live for a moment with a clearer\, perhaps even with a fiercer life because of our silence. W.B. Yeats \nZen (Chinese chán ‘quietude’) invites us to be present\, to live\, and write simply. \nPen (Latin penna ‘feather’) refers to the art of writing and to our implements. \nWhat do writing\, being\, and breath share in common? They all bring alive and expand the present moment. They invoke a conversation with ourselves and others. \ntime to write…attend to stories… be present in bushveld\, wooded valley\, rest alongside perennial streams… walk amid rolling hills… stargaze… breathe… be…. \nDiscover the writer inside you. We explore our innate creativity and imagination as we journey down the river of our lives\, steady the boat and dip the oars into hidden depths. \nSomewhere in this garden\,\nthey say\, a green man hides\nin the camouflage of leaves and twigs.\nHis hair\, a weeping willow\, hung\nin tendrils\, fringes his tree-ring face…\nHe’s companion to the woman at the well\nwho trails her mint skirt to sweep the paths.\nWhen the moon glides across ponds\,\nthey say\, the ripple of her grin\ncircles in undulating waves. (Dorian) \nCome and source your bliss. Beginners are welcome. \nYour Facilitator:\nDorian Haarhoff  is a story-teller\, poet\, speaker and a writing mentor. A former Prof of English Literature (Namibia) he has also taught in a Canadian faculty. Dorian facilitates writing and story-telling retreats. He is passionate about developing innate creativity and imagination. He believes in the power of stories and images to create new realities. To bring healing. To build our belonging. His wordshops are based on his workbook\, The Writer’s Voice.  \n  \nCost:\nThe cost includes accommodation of your choice\, all meals from the evening of your arrival to lunch on your day of departure\, a facilitator fee\, a contribution towards teacher travel\, and a voluntary R60 environmental levy. Those staying for 4 nights get an extra 10% discount (already included in the price). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  2 nights\n  4 nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R1\,600\n  R2\,600\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R1\,800\n  R3\,000\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person):\n  R2\,000\n  R3\,400\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n  R2\,200\n  R3\,700\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R2\,400\n  R4\,100\n\n\n  Single use of ensuite room (if space available):\n  R2\,600\n  R4\,400\n\n\n\nTo book:\nPlease click here for our user-friendly online booking form. \nA 50% deposit will confirm your accommodation of choice.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/zenpen-writing-being-and-meditation/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,communication,Contemplation,Meditation,Mindfulness,Writing
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240811T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
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SUMMARY:Making Friends with Ourselves - A Mindfulness Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“She looked her demons right in the eye and said “don’t you worry…” we will become the best of friends.” – N.R. Hart \nWe all have our “demons”. They are parts of ourselves that we don’t approve of\, don’t accept\, don’t like\, deny\, hate\, fight\, and do our best to conquer. What if we were to try the opposite? A different approach would be to invite\, get to know\, accept\, and turn into allies! \nDuring this three-day retreat\, starting on Thursday evening\, and ending on Sunday 11 August\, we’ll be meeting our “demons”\, giving them physical form via art materials\, conversing with them\, and befriending them. There is also the option of joining the retreat from lunchtime on Friday\, which is a public holiday. \nThis retreat will use techniques from the mindfulness toolbox such as relaxation\, meditation\, reflection\, gentle yoga\, and walks in nature. \nYour Facilitator:\nVera Hey is a mindfulness practitioner and an experienced mindfulness facilitator. She uses the insight and awareness gained from her mindfulness practice in her personal life and in her career as a psychological counselor. She is a student of Rob Nairn\, international Mindfulness and Meditation teacher\, and has completed his facilitator training course. \n  \nCost:\nThe cost includes the accommodation of your choice\, all vegetarian meals from either Thursday supper or Friday lunchtime to Sunday lunch\, a facilitator fee\, and a voluntary environmental levy of R60. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  2 nights\n  3 nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R1\,600\n  R1\,900\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R1\,800\n  R2\,200\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person):\n  R2\,000\n  R2\,500\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n  R2\,200\n  R2\,800\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R2\,400\n  R3\,100\n\n\n  Single ensuite room (if space available):\n  R2\,600\n  R3\,400\n\n\n\nTo book:\nPlease book using this online form. \nA 50% deposit will confirm the accommodation of your choice.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/making-friends-with-ourselves/
CATEGORIES:compassion,Embodied meditation,Inquiry,Insight,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Relaxing,Walking,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240703T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240707T140000
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SUMMARY:The Lamp that Shines the Way
DESCRIPTION:with Alan Muller \nAtisha’s most celebrated text\, Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment\, sets forth the entire Buddhist path within the framework of three levels of motivation on the part of the practitioner. \nThis retreat will concentrate on the sections of the text which cover meditation and wisdom. Sessions will include guided meditations associated with the text. These will take the form of shinay/calm abiding meditations and meditations which fall under the paramita of wisdom. \nWe see in Atisha’s text one of the prerequisites for calm abiding meditation is a conducive environment\, and Tara Rokpa Centre provides this very important element. \nEveryone is welcome to join in this retreat\, whether you are familiar with the text or not. Alan will tell stories\, guide reflections and meditations so that we can fully absorb the advice of the ancient master Atisha. There will also be time for personal practice\, as well as time for relaxation and walks. \nPeople may join in the whole retreat which starts on Wednesday evening or can come for the weekend starting Friday night: 3 – 7 July (full retreat\, 4 nights) or 5 – 7 July (weekend option\, 2 nights). \n“In my opinion\, the ‘Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment’ is one of the most representative works of Tibetan Buddhism.”\nHH 17th Karmapa. \nYour Facilitator\nThe retreat will be led by Alan Muller who took refuge in 1997 with Akong Rinpoche. In 2003\, he completed a one-year closed retreat under the guidance of Lama Yeshe Rinpoche at Samye Ling Monastery in Scotland. During this period\, he took novice monk’s vows. Alan remained a novice monk for six years and now presents courses and retreats as a layperson. He has formed Ngondro groups since 2004 around Southern Africa. \n  \nCost:\nThe cost covers accommodation and all meals from either Wednesday evening (4 nights)\, or Friday evening (2 nights)\, until lunch on Sunday. It also includes an R60 voluntary environmental fee but excludes dana and staff tips. Please don’t let a lack of finances prevent you from attending – email us at retreat@tararokpacentre.co.za for other options. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Accommodation Option:\n  Two Nights\n  Four Nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R900\n  R1\,800\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R1\,100\n  R2\,200\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person):\n  R1\,350\n  R2\,700\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n  R1\,600\n  R3\,000\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom:\n  R1\,800\n  R3\,500\n\n\n  Single-use of ensuite room (if space available):\n  R2\,000\n  R3\,900\n\n\n\nTo Book:\nClick here to access the user-friendly online booking form. \nA 50% nonrefundable\, but transferrable deposit will confirm your booking and the accommodation of your choice. \n 
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/the-lamp-that-shines-the-way/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Dharma,Meditation,Philosophy,Tibetan Buddhism
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240401T130000
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SUMMARY:Easter Weekend Getaway
DESCRIPTION:A Long Easter Weekend Get Away in Restorative Nature with Trish Swift\, Sharon Benatar\, and Pippa Cope \nThis weekend is open to all – families\, individuals\, friends\, teens\, and kids are welcome. There will be separate activities for adults and children/teens in the mornings\, and combined activities or free time in the afternoons and evenings. The retreat will be based on the Tara Rokpa Therapy approach to healing\, maturing the mind\, and compassion.  You have the option of arriving on Thursday afternoon in time for supper at 6 pm (4-nights)\, or to join in from Friday morning (3 nights). \nProgramme:\nKids and Teens Morning Programme \nThis will be guided by Pippa Cope and will include a variety of activities in nature\, exploring and playing with natural elements\, art materials\, painting\, and clay. There will also be some physical activities such as swimming and ball games.\nThe children/teens are welcome to bring some of their activities or games from home to share.\nSharon will offer a simple puppet/doll-making workshop.\nThere will be our traditional Easter Egg hunt and games on Easter Sunday.\nIf there are enough children and teens\, separate age-related activities may be offered (with some assistance from parents).\nIn the afternoons and evenings\, the parent/s will be responsible for their children/teens. \nBabies and toddlers will need to be cared for by their parents/caregivers. Please ask us about discounted rates for caregivers not taking part in the facilitated activities. \nAdults Morning Workshops \nFacilitated by Trish Swift\, Sharon Benatar\, and Pippa Cope. During these workshops\, we will be exploring our community and/or family of inner selves\, and our outer family/relationships using our creativity and ingenuity. Trish and Sharon will guide us in looking into how they interact together and influence each other\, using the analogy of the multi-layered Japanese or Russian dolls\, where the dolls nest into each other\, waiting to be discovered.\nFamily can be seen in the context of the traditional nuclear\, as well as extended families\, friends\, urban tribe members\, community and group members.\nActivities will include reflections\, visualisations\, playing and exploring with art materials and natural objects\, and deep guided relaxations. There will also be some discussions.\nThis a personal explorative journey\, with some group interaction in a safe space. \nAfternoon and Evening Activities \nThis will be your own free time! Walk in the beautiful Tara valleys and hills to the Waterfall\, swim in the Groot Marico Eye “Die Oog” (a natural wonder)\, practice mindful movement with Pippa\, star-gaze\, bird-watch\, or join in with singing\, music (bring your instruments if you have)\, and story-telling around the campfire. Or feel free to just relax and do nothing\, or to sleep or read\, if you have been busy\, exhausted\, or stressed out in your daily life. \nSome additional activities may be offered by participants. \nFacilitators:\nTrish Swift B.Soc.Sc.\, MSS\, M.Sc. Trish is a registered clinical social work therapist and is currently working in private practice in Harare. She has lectured at the University of Zimbabwe and is currently the Senior Tara Rokpa Therapist representing Africa. Traveling extensively throughout Southern Africa and Europe\, she is a widely sought after and much-loved facilitator and therapist. \n  \n  \nSharon Benatar is a Clinical Psychologist in private practice. She has facilitated life skills training and personal development through workshops and individual therapy for over 25 years. Sharon is a senior helper /certified facilitator of “Learning to Relax”\, and “The 5 Elements” courses (Tara Rokpa Therapy/ Back to Beginnings\, a therapeutic approach developed by Ven. Akong Rinpoche). She has run residential workshops at Emoyeni retreat Centre (Magaliesburg) for over 20 years. She facilitated the first UJ Honours Art Therapy studio work in 2020. She has facilitated mentor workshops in The More To Life programme. Sharon draws inspiration from Eastern/Western approaches to healing\, personal growth\, and finding inner and outer balance. This is supported by the creative arts (art materials\, image/symbol and poetry)\, deep relaxation and mindfulness/meditation. \n  \nPippa Cope offers mindful movement\, including somatics and Donna Farhi-inspired yoga. She has been involved with the Tara Rokpa Therapy process for 20 years as a senior helper in South Africa and Zimbabwe and has offered workshops in Canada. Pippa has been resident at TRC for over 20 years as jack of all trades. She previously spent her professional life working as an Occupational Therapist\, Social Worker and Community Development manager. \n  \n\nCost:\nWe try to keep the costs as low as possible to allow families as well as individuals to attend. Accommodation is allocated according to confirmed bookings\, and preference.\nThe costs include all meals from supper on Thursday (4-night stay) or lunch on Friday (3-night stay) to lunch on Monday. The fees include a contribution to the facilitators and an optional R60 environmental fee for adults but exclude staff tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  3 Nights\n  4 Nights\n\n\n  Adult\n  R3\,200\n  R3\,700\n\n\n  Teen 1\n  R1\,800\n  R2\,100\n\n\n  Teen 2\, 3…\n  R1\,300\n  R1\,500\n\n\n  Age 3 – 12\n  R800\n  R850\n\n\n  Under 3s\n  Free\n  Free\n\n\n\nContact us for more options including work exchange – don’t let a lack of finances stop you from participating. \n  \nTo Book:\nPlease click here to fill in our online booking form for each adult attending. Let us also know the names and ages of any children attending. \nA 50% deposit will confirm your booking.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/family-easter-camp-2024/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Play,Relaxing,Tara Rokpa Therapy,Walking,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240315T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240317T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
CREATED:20240116T163333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T182056Z
UID:3913-1710525600-1710680400@tararokpacentre.co.za
SUMMARY:A Courageous Heart
DESCRIPTION:Our minds are naturally perfect but because of our obscurations and afflictions\, we have forgotten our true pure nature. The noble Tara is the embodiment of the swift and courageous compassion of all of the Buddhas\, and by invoking her energy\, she can swiftly liberate us from our fears by connecting us to our intrinsic courageous and compassionate heart essence. \nDuring this weekend retreat\, Lama Rinchen will give teachings on the various aspects of Tara and will lead us in the practice of her sadhana. This weekend is open to all who wish to explore the inner meaning of  Tara as an homage to the interconnectedness of all worlds and beings and develop trust in an open and fearless heart. \n  \nTeacher:\nOf French descent\, Lama Rinchen Palmo is a highly experienced meditation teacher who has spent over 12 years in retreat and has previously assisted with the supervision of the long retreats on Holy Isle. She is specialized in the Vajrayana practices of Tibetan Buddhism and has led many retreats on Arya Tara. She is one of the three Western female lamas who have been appointed within the Samye Ling mandala and is well known for her compassionate and down-to-earth style of teaching. She currently resides in Belgium where she divides her time between the Samye Dzong Brussels Centre and the Samye Meditation Gardens retreat centre in the countryside near the French border\, which promotes both outer and inner ecology. \n  \nCost:\nThis is a Dana-based retreat. The cost of the retreat covers accommodation and lacto-ovo vegetarian meals from Friday supper to lunch on Sunday. It also includes a supplement for airfares and a voluntary enviro fee of R60. It excludes Dana\, an offering to the teacher\, as well as staff tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Accommodation Type\n  Cost (2 nights)\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R1\,500\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R1\,700\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R1\,900\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R2\,100\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom:\n  R2\,300\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R2\,500\n\n\n\n  \nBookings:\nPlease click here to fill in the booking form. A 50% deposit will confirm your booking.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/a-courageous-heart/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,compassion,Contemplation,Dharma,Meditation,Mindfulness,Tibetan Buddhism
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240223T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240225T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
CREATED:20240102T104534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T104534Z
UID:3877-1708711200-1708884000@tararokpacentre.co.za
SUMMARY:Meditations from the Three Vehicles
DESCRIPTION:It is said that the Buddha taught eighty-four thousand different methods to tame the minds of sentient beings because there were so many types of people with diverse temperaments and karmic tendencies. He taught the Dharma in three waves or Turnings of the Wheel of Dharma to suit the capacities of his students. These waves\, called Yanas in Sanskrit\, or Vehicles\, are the means to carry one to awakening because they comprise the teachings and methods that will carry us to enlightenment\, in a similar way that vehicles carry us to our destination in everyday life. \nThe first Turning of the Wheel\, or the Hinayana is the foundational vehicle and was taught by the Buddha at the Deer Park in Sarnath. Here\, the Buddha expounded on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. In these teachings\, the emphasis is on renunciation\, ethical conduct\, and mindfulness to achieve individual liberation. \nThe Buddha taught the second Turning of the Wheel of dharma at Vulture Peak in Rajagriha\, India. This later came to be called the Mahayana – the greater vehicle. The teachings were on Shunyata\, or emptiness\, and emphasized the motivation of the bodhisattvas\, who vow to reach Buddhahood to help all beings through the application of the six paramitas and the meditations on emptiness. \nThe teachings of the third turning of the Wheel of Dharma\, or the Vajrayana\, the Diamond Vehicle\,  were given in Shravasti and other places in India. These teachings revealed that Buddha nature is present in the minds of all sentient beings. The practices of this vehicle include mantra and deity visualization\, as well as the meditations of calm abiding and insight\, leading to the true nature of mind. \nUsually\, we don’t have time in our busy daily life to explore the different meditation practices given by the Buddha. During this weekend retreat\, Alan will instruct us on some of the meditation practices from the Three Vehicles\, and guide us in our practice. \n  \nFacilitator:\nThe retreat will be led by Alan Muller who took refuge in 1997 with Akong Rinpoche. In 2003\, he completed a one-year closed retreat under the guidance of Lama Yeshe Rinpoche at Samye Ling Monastery in Scotland. During this period\, he took novice monk’s vows. Alan remained a novice monk for six years and now presents courses and retreats as a layperson. He has formed Ngondro groups since 2004 around Southern Africa. \n  \n  \nCost:\nIncludes accommodation\, all meals\, tea\, and snacks. The food is ovo-lacto vegetarian\, with vegan/gluten-free options available on request. Cost is dependent on your choice of accommodation. The cost excludes Dana\, an offering to the facilitator for his guidance. \nPlease don’t let finances prevent you from attending. Speak to us for volunteer exchanges. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Accommodation Type\n  2 nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R900.00\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R1\,100.00\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R1\,300.00\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R1\,500.00\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R1\,700.00\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R1\,900.00\n\n\n\n  \nTo Book:\nPlease fill in the online booking form. A 50% deposit will confirm your booking. \nDeposit Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/meditations-from-the-three-vehicles/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Dharma,Meditation,Mindfulness,Tibetan Buddhism
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240209T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240211T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
CREATED:20240101T180326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240101T184348Z
UID:3860-1707501600-1707674400@tararokpacentre.co.za
SUMMARY:Speak with Clarity\, Listen with Compassion
DESCRIPTION:“When you are busy judging people\, you have no time to love them.”  \nMarshall Rosenberg \nWhen interacting with others\, we often find ourselves triggered and then communicate in ways that hurt or harm – ourselves\, the other\, or the relationship between us.  Our conditioned ideas of what it means to communicate\, especially during times of conflict\, frequently results in a loss of connection.  Judgement and defense\, as well as the strategies of criticism\, insults\, blame\, or put-downs\, are commonly used in our attempt to be heard or to meet our need to be “right”\, “good” or “winning”.  Despite our best efforts and intentions\, we habitually become “violent” with our words and then feel the pain of disconnection. \nThis retreat explores the principles and practices of mindfulness and non-violent communication (NVC)\, to foster connection and minimize the suffering of outmoded ways of engaging. We will practice both intra-personal and inter-personal mindfulness in order to cultivate skills of empathy\, compassion\, and a better understanding of self and other. Contemplative dyads are a way to promote social connectedness\, something that we are often lacking in daily life where our time is dominated by digital devices. Together\, these practices will help us communicate more consciously so that we learn to be aware of our feelings and needs\, make requests to meet these needs\, and stay open to the feelings and needs of others. \nYou can expect daily mindful meditation practice to support the empowering and enriching teachings of NVC\, gentle exercise\, and some downtime for rest and relaxation. \nAre you needing more time to refocus and reconnect? Retreat options available include extending your retreat to a 4-night break or incorporating the Weaving Intentions Retreat for a 9-night deep dive. \nYour Facilitators:\nLucy Draper-Clarke PhD is a mindfulness mentor and researcher-practitioner\, with a doctorate in Mindfulness and Teacher Education. She now runs Heart-Mind\, facilitating mindfulness retreats\, and supervising Masters and PhD candidates. Through the instruction of inspiring Buddhist teachers such as Rob Nairn\, Donal Creedon\, Jack Kornfield and Thich Nhat Hanh\, she has developed a daily meditation practice\, and loves to support others in starting their own. Her light-hearted approach allows retreat participants to learn through a joyful\, yet transformative experience. \n  \n  \nFelicity Joan Hart has practised meditation\, mindfulness and yoga for over 35 years and now teaches within these modalities. Her formal qualifications include an Honours Degree in Psychology\, international coaching qualifications\, and a PGC in Mindfulness-Based Interventions from the University of Stellenbosch. She is an enthusiastic student and teacher of Non-Violent communication as developed by Dr Marshall Rosenberg.   Her teaching style is interesting\, intuitive\, precise\, responsive and entertaining. \n  \n  \nCost:\nIncludes accommodation\, all meals\, tea and snacks\, and facilitated sessions. The food is ovo-lacto vegetarian\, with vegan/gluten-free options available on request. Cost is dependent on your choice of accommodation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Accommodation\n  2 nights\n  4 nights\n  9 nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R2900\n  R3900\n  R7700\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R3100\n  R4300\n  R8500\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per   person)\n  R3300\n  R4500\n  R8700\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per   person)\n  R3500\n  R4700\n  R8900\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available)\n  R3700\n  R4900\n  R9100\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R3900\n  R5100\n  R9300\n\n\n\n  \nTo Book:\nPlease fill in the online booking form. A 50% deposit will confirm your booking. \nDeposit Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/speak-with-clarity-listen-with-compassion/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:communication,Inquiry,Insight,Meditation,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Relaxing,Writing,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240202T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240211T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
CREATED:20240101T183903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240101T183903Z
UID:3867-1706896800-1707674400@tararokpacentre.co.za
SUMMARY:Get Set for 2024: New Year Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Do you need time to refocus and reconnect?\nAre you yearning to change direction or deepen your current work?\nDo you wish for a gentle start to 2024?\nHow would it feel to start the year simply?\n\nThis offering extends the Weaving Intentions retreat for a 4-night stay or includes the Speak with Clarity\, Listen with Compassion Retreat for a 9-night deep dive. \nFor the Weaving Intentions\, you will be invited to explore how to meet each moment of your life with clarity and care\, not just at the start of the year\, but each and every day. Lucy will guide you through practices of mindfulness meditation\, gentle yoga and expressive movement to awaken the senses and witness what is yearning to emerge. We will use embodiment practices to become receptive and open\, to attune and align\, and from this grounded place\, to touch into the qualities we wish to cultivate in the year ahead. During the week\, we will continue to practice together\, with more time for walks and journalling\, imagining\, and planning. \nIf you can stay for the second weekend\, we will learn how to use our words skillfully\, to put these intentions into action. The Speak with Clarity\, Listen with Compassion retreat explores the principles and practices of mindfulness and non-violent communication (NVC)\, to foster connection and minimize the suffering of outmoded ways of engaging. We will practice both intra-personal and inter-personal mindfulness in order to cultivate skills of empathy\, compassion\, and a better understanding of self and other. Contemplative dyads are a way to promote social connectedness\, something that we are often lacking in daily life where our time is dominated by digital devices. Together\, these practices will help us communicate more consciously so that we learn to be aware of our feelings and needs\, make requests to meet these needs and stay open to the feelings and needs of others. \n  \nOptions\nYou are warmly invited for 2\, 4 or 9 nights of nourishing practice.\nOption 1: The first weekend retreat (2 nights) runs from 2 – 4 February. \nOption 2:  A 4-night retreat runs from 2nd – 6th February \nOption 3:  A second 4-night retreat runs from 7th – 11th February. \nOption 4: The 9-night options runs from 2nd – 11th February\, including both weekend retreats. \n  \nYour Facilitators\nLucy Draper-Clarke PhD is a mindfulness mentor and researcher-practitioner\, with a doctorate in Mindfulness and Teacher Education. She now runs Heart-Mind\, facilitating mindfulness retreats\, and supervising Masters and PhD candidates. Through the instruction of inspiring Buddhist teachers such as Rob Nairn\, Donal Creedon\, Jack Kornfield and Thich Nhat Hanh\, she has developed a daily meditation practice\, and loves to support others in starting their own. Her light-hearted approach allows retreat participants to learn through a joyful\, yet transformative experience. \n  \nFelicity Joan Hart has practised meditation\, mindfulness and yoga for over 35 years and now teaches within these modalities. Her formal qualifications include an Honours Degree in Psychology\, international coaching qualifications\, and a PGC in Mindfulness-Based Interventions from the University of Stellenbosch. She is an enthusiastic student and teacher of Non-Violent communication as developed by Dr Marshall Rosenberg.   Her teaching style is interesting\, intuitive\, precise\, responsive and entertaining. \n  \n  \nCost\nThe cost includes accommodation\, all meals\, tea and snacks\, facilitated sessions and materials. The food is ovo-lacto vegetarian\, with vegan/gluten free options available on request. Cost is dependent on your choice of accommodation. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Accommodation\n  2 nights\n  4 nights\n  9 nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R2900\n  R3900\n  R7700\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R3100\n  R4300\n  R8500\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per   person)\n  R3300\n  R4500\n  R8700\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per   person)\n  R3500\n  R4700\n  R8900\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available)\n  R3700\n  R4900\n  R9100\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R3900\n  R5100\n  R9300\n\n\n\n\n  \nTo Book\nPlease fill in our online booking form. \nA 50% deposit will confirm your booking. \nBooking Terms and Conditions \n 
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/get-set-for-2024-new-year-retreat/
CATEGORIES:communication,Contemplation,Embodied meditation,Inquiry,Insight,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Relaxing,Walking,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240202T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
CREATED:20240101T151231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240101T184839Z
UID:3850-1706896800-1707069600@tararokpacentre.co.za
SUMMARY:Weaving Intentions
DESCRIPTION:Instead of setting goals\, making New Year’s resolutions\, and creating long to-do lists\, how would it feel to start the year simply connecting deeply with how you long to live? \nDuring this retreat\, we will explore how to meet each moment of our lives with clarity and care\, not just at the start of the year\, but each and every day. Lucy will guide you through practices of mindfulness meditation\, gentle yoga and expressive movement to awaken the senses and imaginations. We will use embodiment practices to become receptive and open\, to attune and align\, and from this grounded place\, to touch into the qualities we wish to cultivate in the year ahead. \nDuring our time together\, we will explore how to weave these wishes into a community of support. We’ll learn how to recommit to these intentions each morning\, through simple rituals and practices. By planting these seeds of intention in community\, we can generate the momentum to support ourselves\, by staying close to these intentions in the midst of daily life. \nThis is Lucy’s gentle invitation. If it calls you\, please join her for a weekend of nourishing practice. \nAre you needing more time to refocus and reconnect? Retreat options available include extending your retreat to a 4-night break or incorporating the Speak with Clarity\, Listen with Compassion Retreat for a 9-night deep dive. \n  \nYour Facilitator:\nLucy Draper-Clarke is a retreat facilitator\, mindfulness mentor\, and researcher-practitioner in the fields of awareness\, compassion\, and social engagement and recently authored The  Compassionate Activist. After obtaining a doctorate in mindfulness and teacher education\, Lucy is now an Associate Researcher at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. With a focus on compassionate activism and somatic meditation\, she works with those engaged in social transformation and healing\, to alleviate stress\, increase resilience and cultivate wise\, compassionate action. Nothing gives her more joy than supporting others to develop their own\, life-enhancing\, contemplative practices. \n  \nCost:\nIncludes accommodation\, all meals\, tea and snacks\, and facilitated sessions. The food is ovo-lacto vegetarian\, with vegan/gluten-free options available on request. Cost is dependent on your choice of accommodation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Accommodation\n  2 nights\n  4 nights\n  9 nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R2900\n  R3900\n  R7700\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R3100\n  R4300\n  R8500\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per   person)\n  R3300\n  R4500\n  R8700\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per   person)\n  R3500\n  R4700\n  R8900\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available)\n  R3700\n  R4900\n  R9100\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R3900\n  R5100\n  R9300\n\n\n\n  \nTo Book:\nPlease fill in the online booking form. A 50% deposit will confirm your booking. \nDeposit Terms and Conditions. \n 
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/weaving-intentions/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Embodied meditation,Insight,Meditation,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Relaxing,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231215T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231217T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
CREATED:20231211T175630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T180359Z
UID:3841-1702663200-1702836000@tararokpacentre.co.za
SUMMARY:Waters of Renewal
DESCRIPTION:Join us for calm moments of flow\, reflection\, and renewal as 2023 comes to a close. Absorb the beauty of Tara Rokpa Retreat Centre (TRC)\, swim in “The Eye” (the deepest freshwater spring on the continent)\, walk mindfully\, and sit under the waterfalls. Let go and Refresh. \nTogether we will practice Zen in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh\, facilitated by Dharma Teacher\, Dr. Ava Avalos & OI Aspirant & Psychologist\, Ms. Betsho Mokgatlhe – Practice\, Open\, Relax\, Swim\, Chant\, Dance\, and Sing! \n  \nAlways Beginning – Always Anew \n  \nAva is an ordained Dharma Teacher in the Tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh.  She facilitates Tshedisa Sangha in Botswana – the first African Zen Sangha on the continent.  She is a dancer\, yogini\, HIV/TB specialist physician\, and AIDS activist. She currently leads the Botswana National Advanced HIV Care Initiative\, is a Research Associate of the Botswana Harvard AIDS Institute and the Botswana-Baylor Children’s Centre for Clinical Excellence. Apart from medicine\, yoga\, and dance\, she does her best to keep up with her two high-spirited pups Rico & Raina \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCosts:\nThe costs include all meals\, and accommodation from Friday supper to lunch on Monday. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 2 Nights\n\n\n Dormitory\n R1\,100.00\n\n\n Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n R1\,300.00\n\n\n Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n R1\,500.00\n\n\n Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n R1\,700.00\n\n\n Single ensuite room\n R1\,900.00\n\n\n\n  \nTo Book:\nPlease fill in our online booking form to reserve your spot.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/waters-of-renewal/
CATEGORIES:compassion,Fun,Meditation,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Relaxing,Spirituality,Walking,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231104T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
CREATED:20221225T183524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T093012Z
UID:3554-1699120800-1701522000@tararokpacentre.co.za
SUMMARY:Selling Water by the River - Meditation Retreat with Dónal Creedon
DESCRIPTION:Selling Water by the River \nA Buddhist meditation and study retreat with Dónal Creedon. \n4 November to 2 December 2023 \n“All is hazard that we have\,\nThere is nothing biding;\nDays of pleasure are like streams\nThrough fair meadows gliding.\nWeal and woe\, time doth go\,\nTime is never turning;\nSecret fates guide our states\,\nBoth in mirth and mourning.” \nThomas Campion (1567-1620) \n  \nConditions for Joining the Retreat\nThis is a Buddhist meditation retreat and is particularly suitable for those with some knowledge and experience. However\, everyone is welcome. Each person should be committed to the programme and leave personal demands and agendas aside. This is essential. Ethical conduct based on Buddhist precepts and consideration for others is assumed. Activities such as offering various therapies etc for money is not permitted however it is fine to help others if needed. \nIdeally\, it’s best to attend the whole retreat\, however\, it’s acceptable to attend part for a minimum of one week with entry dates on the 4th\, 11th\, and 18th. \nIf you cannot fulfill these conditions please do not come. \nAbout Dónal Creedon\nDónal Creedon is a Buddhist meditation teacher with many years of experience\, loved and deeply appreciated for his warmth\, openness\, and sincerity. He studied and practiced with Buddhist masters of the Kagyu practice lineage in Europe as well as in India and Nepal. This involved many years of intense retreat. Dónal also spent a number of years at the Krishnamurti Centre in Varanasi as resident Buddhist scholar. Thus the radical inquiry of Krishnamurti informs his approach. \nIn 2017\, he published ‘The Main of Light’\, a study that examines the teachings of J Krishnamurti in the light of Buddhist teachings\, specifically the teachings of the Mahamudra and Dzogchen lineages. The teachings of the Buddha and Krishnamurti both explore the most profound and fundamental questions of human existence. They directly address the questions of sorrow\, fear\, and death\, as well as the deepest meaning a human life can attain beyond the travail and illusion of dualism. They point to the sources of sorrow and the ending of sorrow\, to the possibility of living a life informed by intelligence and compassion. As Dónal says: “It is my hope that this study will serve as a modest contribution to what I feel is an immensely important area of human exploration. I hope it will stimulate questions not only in Buddhist and Krishnamurti students but anyone interested in the deep problems that affect our world so grievously.” \nCost\nThe costs include accommodation\, all ova-lacto meals from supper on the first night to lunch on the last day\, a supplement for teacher airfares\, and an optional R60 environmental levy. There is a 5 % discount if you stay for 2 weeks\, a 10% discount for 3 weeks\, and a 15% discount for 4 weeks. These discounts are already included in the table.\nTRC members receive a further 10% discount if membership is paid up for 6 months prior to the retreat.\nThe cost excludes Dana (an offering of appreciation to the teacher)\, and staff tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  1 week\n  2 weeks\n  3 weeks\n  4 weeks\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R4\,200\n  R7\,000\n  R9\,500\n  R11\,600\n\n\n  Camping TRC Tent/Cabin\n  R4\,900\n  R8\,300\n  R11\,300\n  R14\,000\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R4\,900\n  R8\,300\n  R11\,300\n  R14\,000\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R5\,600\n  R9\,700\n  R13\,200\n  R16\,400\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R6\,300\n  R11\,000\n  R15\,100\n  R18\,800\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R7\,000\n  R12\,300\n  R17\,000\n  R21\,100\n\n\n  Single-use of twin/double room\, shared bathroom:\n  R7\,000\n  R12\,300\n  R17\,000\n  R21\,100\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R7\,700\n  R13\,600\n  R18\,900\n  R23\,500\n\n\n  Single-use of ensuite room (if space available):\n  R7\,700\n  R13\,600\n  R18\,900\n  R23\,500\n\n\n  Single Rooms (Office Block)\n  R4\,900\n  R8\,300\n  R11\,300\n  R14\,000\n\n\n  Brown House en suite\, shared\n  R6\,000\n  R10\,300\n  R14\,200\n  R17\,600\n\n\n  Brown House – single/shared\, pp\n  R5\,300\n  R9\,000\n  R12\,300\n  R15\,200\n\n\n  Brown House – dorm\n  R4\,600\n  R7\,700\n  R10\,400\n  R12\,800\n\n\n\n  \nTransport to/from TRC & Airport Shuttle\nAn airport shuttle will be available from OR Tambo to TRC on the 4th of November\, and a return journey on the 2nd of December. Other shuttle trips may be organized on the change-over days\, depending on the numbers. \nThe cost for the return airport shuttle is estimated at R2000 per person. This is an extra cost\, and not included above. \nTRC will help with carpooling where possible. It is also possible to get the InterCape bus from Park Station to Zeerust (around R350) and TRC can arrange a pickup to the Centre. \nPlease ensure that flights arrive before 10 am\, to give you time to collect your luggage and pass through immigration. On the return trip\, the shuttle will depart TRC after lunch\, to arrive at ORT by 5.30 pm. Please book local flights to leave after 7 pm\, and international flights to leave after 8 pm. \nTo Book\nPlease use our online booking form\, which can be completed easily on a phone or tablet. \nAs soon as the costs are published\, a 50% deposit will secure your choice of accommodation. You are also welcome to discuss a payment plan with us. \nPeople who stay for longer periods will preferentially be allocated their choice of accommodation. \n  \nPhoto Credit: \nTania Romanov Amochaev
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/meditation-retreat-with-donal-creedon-2023/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Dharma,Inquiry,Insight,Meditation,Tibetan Buddhism
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
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SUMMARY:Letting Go
DESCRIPTION:One day a donkey was walking along the road carrying a heavy load of baggage. He became very thirsty and finally spotted a little lake but it was way down off the road. So he took the load off his back\, and ran to have a drink of water. When he came back the baggage was gone. In shock he exclaimed: “What am I going to carry now?” \nLike a donkey in the story\, we all feel attached to our baggage. We all have things that we could let go of and be better off\, and our journey would be that much lighter! But we are very attached to our grief\, pain\, disappointments\, judgments\, attitudes\, habits\, etc. Those things keep us stuck\, and keep us from experiencing being fully at home in our precious lives. \n“If you let go a little you’ll find a little peace\, if you let go a lot you’ll find a lot of peace. If you let go absolutely you’ll find absolute peace and tranquility.” Ajahn Chah \nLetting go enables us to embrace change and new beginnings\, and allows us to live in openhearted presence. \nDuring this weekend we’ll be exploring a process of letting go of our attachments. Our days will include meditation\, walks in nature\, and gentle yoga. \nYour Facilitator:\nVera Hey is a mindfulness practitioner and an experienced mindfulness facilitator. She uses the insight and awareness gained from her mindfulness practice in her personal life and in her career as a psychological counselor. She is a student of Rob Nairn\, international Mindfulness and Meditation teacher\, and has completed his facilitator training course. \nCost:\nThe cost of the retreat includes accommodation and all vegetarian meals from Friday supper to Sunday lunch. It includes a facilitation fee and a voluntary environmental levy of R60. It excludes staff tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  2 nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R1\,400\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R1\,600\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person):\n  R1\,800\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n  R2\,000\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R2\,200\n\n\n  Single-use of ensuite room (if space available):\n  R2\,400\n\n\n\n  \nTo book:\nTo book\, please fill in the online booking form. \nA 50% deposit confirms your booking. The deposit is not refundable but is transferrable to another retreat or person\, or can be used for up to a year.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/letting-go/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Embodied meditation,Inquiry,Insight,Meditation,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Relaxing,Spirituality,Walking,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231006T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T170041Z
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SUMMARY:Freedom from Fears
DESCRIPTION:Our minds are naturally perfect but because of our obscurations and afflictions\, we have forgotten our true pure nature. In the Vajrayana practices of Tibetan Buddhism\, there are many meditations that help us remember who we truly are\, and are able to cut through the illusory appearances of cyclic existence. \nThe chanting practice of Green Tara is one such method. Tara symbolizes the compassion and action of all the Buddhas and is able to swiftly liberate us from fear by connecting us to our intrinsic nature. She is usually depicted in traditional art with her right leg bent\, ready to jump up to help all sentient beings. She has a loving expression on her face as she is a compassionate expression of all of the buddhas. \nTara means ‘Star’ in Sanskrit\, and her Tibetan name\, Drolma\, means “rescuer”. She is able to guide or rescue beings from the eight outer fears – the symbolic fears of lions\, elephants\, fire\, snakes\, thieves\, water\, bondage\, and evil spirits\, and from the eight inner fears – the fears of pride\, ignorance\, anger\, jealousy\, wrong views\, attachment\, miserliness\, and deluded doubts. \nChöje Akong Rinpoche\, the founder of Tara Rokpa Centre\, requested that Green Tara Prayers be done at TRC daily. With that in mind\, we will be dedicating this weekend to the study\, reflection\, and practice of Green Tara. We will also commemorate the life of  Chöje Akong Tulku Rinpoche on this 10th anniversary of his passing. \n \nThis weekend is aimed at all practitioners wanting to deepen their understanding of Green Tara deity meditation and do the practice\, as well as those people wanting to spend time reflecting on their connection to Akong Rinpoche. \nThe prayers will be led by senior practitioners. \nCosts: \nThe costs include accommodation and meals from Friday supper to lunch on Sunday but exclude staff tips. Please do not let a lack of finances prevent you from attending – contact us for a work exchange. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n R  900\n\n\n  Dormitory\n R 1100\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per  person):\n R 1400\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per   person):\n R 1600\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3  available):\n R 1800\n\n\n  Single-use of ensuite room (if space available):\n R 2000\n\n\n\n  \nBooking:\nTo book\, please click here for our user-friendly booking form. \nA 50% deposit will secure your place. Here are the banking details.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/freedom-from-fears/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,compassion,Dharma,Meditation,Tibetan Buddhism
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230923T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
CREATED:20230727T170607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T175723Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Elements
DESCRIPTION:This weekend we will be exploring the elements based on the Tara Rokpa Therapy model. This weekend is restricted to participants of the Johannesburg BtB group. \nCost:\nThe cost includes accommodation\, and all meals from Saturday lunch until Monday lunch. It excludes staff tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R1\,100\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R1\,300\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R1\,500\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R1\,700\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R1\,900\n\n\n  Single-use of twin/double room (if space available)\, shared bathroom:\n  R1\,900\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R2\,100\n\n\n  Single-use of ensuite room (if space available):\n  R2\,100\n\n\n\nTo Book:\nPlease fill in the online booking form for each person attending. A 50% deposit will confirm the accommodation of your choice. \nFacilitators:\nThis weekend workshop will be facilitated by Pippa Cope and Sharon Benatar.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/elements-weekend/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Tara Rokpa Therapy
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230818T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
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SUMMARY:Calm Abiding Meditation with Karma Zangpo
DESCRIPTION:Karma Zangpo will guide us in a weekend of instructions and practice of calm abiding meditation. This meditation is about quieting and stabilizing the mind. \nThis weekend is open to all\, whether starting out on the path of meditation\, or a longer-term practitioner. \nThe reason we practice meditation is to attain happiness. With regard to short-term happiness\, we usually mean either physical pleasure or mental pleasure or both of them. But if you look at either of these pleasant experiences\, their root has to be a mind that is at peace and free from suffering. As long as your mind is unhappy and devoid of tranquility or peace\, no matter how much physical pleasure you experience\, your mind will not know true happiness. On the other hand\, even if you lack the ideal physical circumstances of wealth and so on\, if your mind is at peace you will be happy anyway. \nThrangu Rinpoche\, Teachings on the Practice of Meditation \nCost\nThe cost includes all meals and accommodation from Friday evening to Sunday lunchtime. Please contact us for concessions – don’t let finances stand in the way of this opportunity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R960.00\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R1\,160.00\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R1\,360.00\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R1\,560.00\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R1\,760.00\n\n\n  Single-use of twin/double room (if space available)\, shared   bathroom:\n  R1\,760.00\n\n\n  Single ensuite room\n  R1\,960.00\n\n\n  Single-use of ensuite room (if space available):\n  R1\,960.00\n\n\n\nFacilitator\nKarma Zangpo is a South African Buddhist monk from Port Elizabeth. Zangpo first met Lama Yeshe Rinpoche in Kagyu Samye Dzong Johannesburg in the early 1990s when he was a resident volunteer\, helping with building repairs and construction. He spent eight years in retreat on the men’s retreat on Arran\, and then went to Sekar Retreat in Nepal for a further six years\, to practice and study under Drupon Rinpoche. Zangpo returned from Nepal to Samye Ling in 2021 and has recently returned to live on the Holy Isle on the west coast of Scotland where he is director of Holy Isle and the women’s and men’s retreats. \n  \nTo Book\nPlease fill in the online booking form. A 50% deposit will confirm the accommodation of your choice.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/calm-abiding-meditation-with-karma-zangpo/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Dharma,Meditation,Mindfulness,Tibetan Buddhism
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230809T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230813T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
CREATED:20230204T180325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230624T173118Z
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SUMMARY:Befriending Your Demons - A Women's Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this 4-night retreat from Wednesday 9 August (public holiday) to Sunday 13 August with Vera Hey. You are also welcome to come for a shorter stay – email us for options. Men also welcome! \n“You cannot defeat darkness by running from it\, nor can you conquer your inner demons by hiding them from the world. In order to defeat the darkness\, you must bring it into the light.”― Seth Adam Smith \nWe all have our “demons”. They are parts of ourselves that we don’t approve of\, don’t accept\, don’t like\, deny\, hate\, fight\, and do our best to conquer. What if we were to try the opposite? A different approach would be to invite\, get to know\, accept\, and turn into allies! \nDuring this four-day retreat\, starting on Women’s Day (9th of August)\, and ending on Sunday 13 August\, we’ll be meeting our “demons”\, giving them physical form via art materials\, conversing with them\, and befriending them. \nThis retreat will use techniques from the mindfulness toolbox such as relaxation\, meditation\, reflection\, gentle yoga\, and walks in nature. \nYour Facilitator:\n\nVera Hey is a mindfulness practitioner and an experienced mindfulness facilitator. She uses the insight and awareness gained from her mindfulness practice in her personal life and in her career as a psychological counselor. She is a student of Rob Nairn\, international Mindfulness and Meditation teacher\, and has completed his facilitator training course. \n\nCost:\nThe cost of the retreat includes accommodation\, and all meals from Wednesday (or Friday) supper to Sunday lunch. It includes a facilitation fee and a voluntary environmental levy of R60. It excludes staff tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  2 nights\n  4 nights\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R1\,200\n  R2\,400\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R1\,400\n  R2\,800\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person):\n  R1\,700\n  R3\,300\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n  R2\,000\n  R3\,900\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R2\,200\n  R4\,300\n\n\n  Single-use of ensuite room (if space available):\n  R2\,400\n  R4\,700\n\n\n\nTo Book:\nTo book\, please fill in the online booking form. \nA 50% deposit confirms your booking. The deposit is not refundable but is transferrable to another retreat or person\, or can be used for up to a year. \n\n“Insomnia is just another word for chit chat with demons during bedtime.” – Daniel Saint \n\n\n“Our demons are our own limitations\, which shut us off from the realization of the ubiquity of the spirit. Each of these demons is conquered in a vision quest.” – Joseph Campbell \n\n\n“Everybody has flaws\, everybody has demons\, everybody has ghosts\, but I think you watch people and you see everybody trying to do their best.” — Jason Katims \n\n\n“Sometimes the worst place you can be is your head.” \n\n\n“We stop looking for monsters under the bed when we realize they are inside of us.” \n\n\n“Sometimes\, you can’t defeat the demons you enjoy playing with.” \n\n\n“I can’t drown my demons\, they know how to swim.” \n\n\n“Some of my demons left me\, some are just asleep.  \nA few always travel with me\, others haunt me from the deep.  \nThe little ones are charming\, they are allowed to stay.  \nThe big ones tear up inside\, I just wish they’d go away.” \n\n\n“Whoever fights monsters should see to it that in the process he does not become a monster. And if you gaze long enough into an abyss\, the abyss will gaze back into you.” — Friedrich Nietzsche \n\n\n“Overcome the demons with a thing called love.” – Bob Marley \n\n\n“When you feel my heat\, look into my eyes\, it’s where my demons hide. Don’t get too close\, it’s dark inside. It’s where my demons hide.” – Imagine Dragons \n\n\n“She looked her demons right in the eye and said “don’t you worry…” we will become the best of friends.” – N.R. Hart
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/befriending-your-demons-2/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:compassion,Embodied meditation,Inquiry,Insight,Meditation,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Relaxing,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230519T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230521T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
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SUMMARY:Getting Back to Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join Eckhard Druschke\, a birding\, hiking\, star-gazing\, and nature enthusiast for a relaxing getaway in the beautiful Groot Marico Bushveld for a weekend of walks & talks on bird and tree identification. In the evening Eckhard will talk about our amazing Southern African sky\, identifying various constellations\, planets\, and stars\, while also providing a little insight into our vast and fascinating universe. \nFeel the earth beneath\, See the birds above\, Explore the sky beyond\, Rest the spirit within. \nBring your walking shoes and binoculars\, field guides and notebooks\, and swimming costumes to enjoy some time in the bush. Suitable for all levels of fitness. \nAbout your guide:\nEckhard Druschke is a passionate nature enthusiast who has laid out all the self-guided hiking trails around TRC. He has hiked and climbed extensively in Africa\, Asia\, South and North America\, including Patagonia\, the Hindu Kush\, and Mount Kailash\, and not forgetting the Magaliesburg\, the Lowveld\, and the Drakensberg. He is a highly experienced and caring field guide. \n  \nCost:\nThe cost includes accommodation and all meals from Friday supper to lunch on Sunday\, and a voluntary R 60 enviro levy. It excludes staff tips and dana (show of appreciation) for the guide. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R 900\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R 1100\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person):\n  R 1400\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n  R 1600\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R 1800\n\n\n  Single-use\, en suite\n  R 2000\n\n\n\n  \nTo Book:\nPlease fill in our user-friendly booking form by clicking here. \nA 50% deposit will confirm your booking. Here are the banking details.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/getting-back-to-nature/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Relaxing,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230407T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230410T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
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SUMMARY:Family Easter Camp 2023
DESCRIPTION:This long weekend getaway in the glorious autumnal bushveld will be facilitated by senior Tara Rokpa Therapist Brion Sweeney\, from Ireland. The weekend will be structured around the theme of  “Mindfulness in Everyday Life”. This will include Tara Rokpa Therapy methods and shiné meditation alongside specific mindfulness techniques given to Tara Rokpa therapists by Akong Rinpoche over a number of years. \nAll are welcome to the Easter Camp\, and to join in with the activities on offer. At TRC\, family is defined in a broad sense\, from the traditional nuclear and extended families\, and extends to friends\, individuals\, urban tribe members\, community members\, TRC visitors\, and anyone wanting to connect with the spirit of the Easter Camp. Children are welcome and there will be a morning programme for them\, including the traditional Easter Egg hunt on Easter Sunday. \nThere will also be a chance for some caring attention to the body in the form of mindful movement. Other activities available include meditation\, walks in the beautiful TRC surroundings\, swimming\, mountain biking\, birding\, star-gazing\, singing around the campfire\, or just sleeping for those with over busy\, stressful lives! \nFacilitator:\n\nBrion Sweeney is a retired consultant psychiatrist having previously worked in Ireland in the National Health Service in Dublin. In addition he holds a masters degree in psychotherapy from University College Dublin. Brion undertook his own experiential training in Tara Rokpa Therapy under the guidance of Akong Rinpoche who had developed TRT to help people to develop their potential. He became a Tara Rokpa therapist in 1992  and thereafter worked with other TRT therapists helping to refine Tara Therapy. More recently Brion spent three years in retreat under the guidance of Tai Situpa Rinpoche.\n\n\nCost:\nWe aim to keep the costs as low as possible to allow families to attend. Accommodation is allocated according to confirmed bookings\, and preference. \nThe costs include all meals from lunch on Friday to lunch on Monday but exclude staff tips. The fees include a contribution to the facilitator’s expenses and an optional R60 environmental fee for adults. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Full Rate (adults):\n  R3\,000\n\n\n  Teen 1\n  R1\,800\n\n\n  Teen 2\, 3….\n  R1\,200\n\n\n  Children 3 – 12\n  R800\n\n\n  Under 3\n  Free\n\n\n\nPlease contact us for more options – don’t let a lack of finances stop you from participating. \nYou are also welcome to come for an extra night before the start or to stay on after the retreat. Contact us for rates. \nTo Book:\nPlease fill in our online booking form for each person\, teen\, and child. \nA 50% deposit will secure your choice of accommodation.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/family-easter-camp-2023/
CATEGORIES:compassion,Embodied meditation,Inquiry,Meditation,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Relaxing,Tara Rokpa Therapy,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230303T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230305T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
CREATED:20190905T175851Z
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SUMMARY:Relax\, Restore And  Explore
DESCRIPTION:This weekend will offer activities for replenishing yourself in the natural surroundings of the bush. \nActivities on offer:\n\nGuided relaxations sessions\nMindful movement\nRestorative poses to deepen self-care\nExploring your creative side through colour and form.\nGuided walks\nTour of the permaculture centre\nA fireside night under the stars\nTime to do nothing but sleep.\n\nFacilitated by:\nPippa Cope offers mindful movement\, including somatics and Donna Farhi-inspired yoga. She has been involved with the Tara Rokpa Therapy process for 20 years as a senior helper in South Africa and Zimbabwe and has offered workshops in Canada. Pippa has been resident at TRC for over 15 years as jack of all trades. She previously spent her professional life working as an Occupational Therapist\, Social Worker and Community Development manager. \n  \nCosts: \nThe costs include full board from supper on Friday to Lunch on Sunday\, a facilitation fee\, as well as an optional environmental levy of R60. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n R1\,900\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person):\n R1\,700\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n R2\,100\n\n\n  Single-use of twin/double room (if space available)\, shared bathroom:\n R2\,200\n\n\n  Single-use ensuite room (if space available):\n R2\,300\n\n\n  Single en suite room (if available)\n R2\,200\n\n\n  Dormitory\n R1\,400\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n R1\,200\n\n\n\nTo book:\nPlease fill in our online booking form.  A 50% deposit will confirm your booking. \nPayment options can be found here. \n 
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/relax-restore-and-explore/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Embodied meditation,Mindful Movement,Permaculture,Tara Rokpa Therapy,Walking,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230217T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230219T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
CREATED:20221110T180206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T181640Z
UID:3296-1676656800-1676815200@tararokpacentre.co.za
SUMMARY:Vajrayana Practice Weekend
DESCRIPTION:with Alan Muller \nPlease join us this Lunar New Year weekend to reconnect with practice\, lineage\, and old and new Dharma friends. The benefits and merits of practicing together with fellow travelers on the path are immeasurable. Alan will tell us stories\, give us practical advice\, and guided meditations. There will be time for walks\, chats\, and your own practice. \n“When you run after your thoughts\, you are like a dog chasing a stick: every time a stick is thrown\, you run after it. Instead\, be like a lion who\, rather than chasing after the stick\, turns to face the thrower. One only throws a stick at a lion once.” – Yogi Milarepa \n\n\n\n\nLama Yeshe Rinpoche has advised us to practice the first two special foundational practices of Refuge and Bodhicitta\, and Dorje Sempa.\n\n“If your mind is engaging either in the mantra or visualization then you will have the fruition. It’s not about numbers\, it’s about how you involve body\, speech and mind.”\nLama Yeshe Rinpoche.\n\n\n\n\n\nYour Facilitator\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe retreat will be led by Alan Muller who took refuge in 1997 with Akong Rinpoche. In 2003\, he completed a one-year closed retreat under the guidance of Lama Yeshe Rinpoche at Samye Ling Monastery in Scotland. During this period\, he took novice monk’s vows. Alan remained a novice monk for six years and now presents courses and retreats as a layperson. He has formed Ngondro groups since 2004 around Southern Africa. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\nCosts\nThe cost includes meals and accommodation but excludes dana and staff tips. Please don’t let a lack of finances prevent you from coming – email us at retreat@tararokpacentre.co.za for options. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R800\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R1000\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per   person):\n  R1300\n\n\n   Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per   person):\n  R1500\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3   available):\n  R1700\n\n\n  Single-use of ensuite room (if space available):\n  R1900\n\n\n\n  \n\nBookings\nTo book\, click on this user-friendly link. \nA 50% deposit will secure your choice of accommodation. \n\nTestimonial\n\n\n\n“I have to report on the most awesome dharma talk I attended today. Alan talked on How to practise meditation more effectively. I have always known he is\, probably our foremost South African Bodhisattva and have noticed how the advice he gives is increasingly deeply wise and compassionate.\n\nHis talk blew me away! I was totally transfixed the entire talk.. He covered pivotal advice of great masters and then drew it all together showing how it all applied in our daily lives. The talk was easy to follow and also very dense. It could have served as the outline for a longer retreat. The content was superb and the structure of the talk equally superb and aimed to get us to really understand what he was teaching us.\n\nI think he is a teacher who can guide us magnificently. We lament that we don’t have teachers. But we have Alan\, right here. He is gentle and humorous in his presentation and does not go for big drama. I appreciate this and I’m sure other people will do so.\n\nI am so so excited and serious. I believe Alan is the teacher (or one of them) that we are looking for.\n\nMaxine Fine
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/vajrayana-practice-weekend/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,compassion,Dharma,Fun,Insight,Meditation,Mindfulness,Tibetan Buddhism
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230203T170000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T153420
CREATED:20221114T122113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T133752Z
UID:3535-1675443600-1675605600@tararokpacentre.co.za
SUMMARY:Imprinting Intentions – a New Year Retreat
DESCRIPTION:with Dr Lucy Draper-Clarke \nPerhaps there’s no need for personal growth\, to make a mark or to get ahead? Instead of goals\, resolutions\, and To Do lists\, how would it feel to be present without resistance and to watch life unfold? \nIf this sounds like the gentle invitation you need for 2023\, then please join Lucy Draper-Clarke\, who has been holding intentions retreats at TRC since 2009. Give yourself the space to focus on how you would like to be\, and to imprint gentle intentions as a daily life practice. \nDuring this retreat\, we’ll explore how to meet each moment of our lives with clarity and care\, not just at the beginning of the year\, but every day. We will take the opportunity to become receptive and open\, to attune and align\, and to resource ourselves for whatever lies ahead. \nLucy will guide you through practices of mindfulness meditation\, gentle yoga\, and expressive movement to awaken the senses and the imagination. These work to resource and rebalance the body\, heart\, and mind. From this place\, we can touch into the qualities and aspirations we wish to cultivate for the year ahead. \nHow many of us make New Year’s resolutions\, and then become disillusioned? For this retreat\, we will explore how to recommit to our intentions each morning\, through simple rituals and practices. By planting the seed of intention in community\, we can generate the momentum needed to keep our intentions alive in the midst of daily life. \nProgramme:\nAfter the first evening of introductions and grounding practices\, we will wake up to gentle moving and sitting meditation sessions in the Octagon\, followed by a healthy breakfast in the open dining area. There will then be an extended ‘Imprinting Intentions’ workshop before tucking into a filling vegetarian lunch. Participants can either rest in the afternoon or visit the nearby waterfall in Tara’s Valley\, or die Oog – the Eye. This is the 14m deep source of the Marico river\, and popular with swimmers and divers. Our Saturday evening practice will be Expressive Movement\, which takes us through a full dance wave; from finding Presence\, Expressing what we notice in our embodied mind\, Releasing blocks and old patterns\, then moving to Dreaming and Integrating\, where our future might emerge in the moment. Later\, we can sit together at the open fire and watch the magnificent night sky. \nYour Facilitator:\nLucy Draper-Clarke has a doctorate in mindfulness and teacher education and loves to run retreats as well as support yoga teacher training schools. She has practised yoga for 20 years and taught yoga and mindfulness in Southern Africa since 2006\, while also offering embodied practices at Wits. While doing so\, she has been lucky enough to study with inspiring Buddhist mindfulness\, Vinyasa yoga teachers\, and Expressive Movement dance therapists. Her light-hearted and compassionate approach to teaching allows participants to explore their inner worlds through a joyful\, yet transformative practice. \nCost:\nIncludes accommodation\, all meals\, tea and snacks and facilitated moving and sitting meditation sessions. Cost is dependent on your choice of accommodation. The food is ovo-lacto vegetarian\, with vegan/gluten-free options available on request. It excludes any tips for staff. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Single-use of ensuite room (if space available):\n  R 3\,100\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R 2\,900\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R 2\,700\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (sharing\, per person):\n  R 2\,500\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R 1\,900\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R 1\,700\n\n\n\n\nTo Book:\nClick on this link to book. \nA 50% deposit secures your place. This is non-refundable but is transferable to another TRC retreat. Do not let your inability to pay prevent you from attending. Contact Tara Rokpa Centre for scholarships\, payment options\, and volunteer trade opportunities. \nFor general retreat information about what to bring\, please click here. \nPhoto credit: National Trust\, UK \n 
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/imprinting-intentions-a-new-year-retreat/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Embodied meditation,Inquiry,Insight,Meditation,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Yoga
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