Join us for two weekends in retreat as we take an immersive journey through the transmission and teachings on the Lion-Headed Dakini (Simhamukha) practice. This virtual retreat will take place over the course of two weekends: November 17-19, 2023 & December 1-3, 2023. 

This virtual retreat offers transmission and teachings on the Lion-Headed Dakini (Simhamukha) practice as well as on Lama Tsultrim’s personal transformation work within the mandala. Simhamukha is known as a powerful remover of obstacles and as Queen of the Dakinis. This practice is a mind treasure given to Ayu Khandro when she was in dark retreat by the Queen of the Dakinis. The great yogini Ayu Khandro was a student of Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo, Jamgon Kongtrul, and Ngala Pema Duddul, and the teacher of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, to whom she transmitted this mind treasure.

In this retreat you will have the opportunity to:

• Receive the transmission and teachings on the Lion-Headed Dakini (Simhamukha) practice.
• Become more familiar with each of the five mandala families.
• Learn to transform obstructed, negative patterns into their corresponding wisdom energy. 
• Engage in transformational personal work, including meditation practices, art, sound, and movement.

Prerequisites:

• In order to attend this retreat, it is recommended, but not required, that you have some previous background and study of the mandala teachings through one of the following programs:
  • Vajrayana Retreat or Online Course (with the exception of Vajrayana 2020 Virtual Retreat)
  • Wisdom Rising: Mandala Training Level 1
  • Dakini Retreat
  • Online Wisdom Rising course

Who Should Attend? 

• Anyone who has completed one of the above prerequisite retreats. 
• This is a required retreat for the Magyu: The Mother Lineage Program.

Optional resources to prepare for this retreat:

• Though not required, to enhance your practice, we have curated this special selection of practice supports for this program. All purchases through our Dakini Store directly benefit Tara Mandala!

Recording Access: 
All participants will have a 1-year access period to the recordings.

What is a Tara Mandala Online Program?

Tara Mandala offers online programming via live and pre-recorded curriculum that give you the opportunity to access dharma teachings, engage in guided practice, experience personal retreat and hands-on learning, while connecting with other participants through easy-to-use online platforms and an engaged community network. When needed, the program description and schedule will inform you in advance if and when a specific online session must be attended live if a direct transmission (Tib. lung) may be given. Access to recordings of all sessions will be available for additional viewing for one year. 

Tara Mandala Program Pricing

GENEROSITY RANGE 
Choose an amount within this range if you have the financial security and capacity to support Tara Mandala at a higher level. The contributions we receive within this range make it possible for us to offer a below-cost Access Range to those practitioners with a limited income.

 This range is for you if you:

• Own your own home and live comfortably without financial worry
• Have investments and savings 
• Easily have access to money in times of need or emergencies
• Have the desire to help make the Dharma more accessible to others

SUSTAINABILITY RANGE 
Choose an amount within this range if you have the financial capacity to sustain Tara Mandala’s ability to offer high-quality programs. The contributions we gratefully receive within this range enable us to keep our prices low while covering the basic program costs. 

 This range is for you if you:

• Have the capacity to meet your basic financial needs
• Make your rent or mortgage and other monthly payments 
• Are generally able to purchase new items and experiences for yourself
• Can afford to take trips and go on retreats

ACCESS RANGE  
Choose an amount within this range if you have limited financial capacity or are currently experiencing financial hardship. The contributions we gratefully receive within this range go toward covering costs and are supported by contributions of those who choose the Generosity Range.

 This range is for you if you:

• Have difficulty meeting your basic financial needs 
• Are experiencing housing, employment, or income instability
• Live paycheck-to-paycheck and and lack money in times of need
• Face challenges due to devaluation of your currency against the US dollar. 

Offering dana to the teacher: The practice of offering dana, which means “generosity,” is the traditional offering the student makes to the teacher as a symbol of appreciation, gratitude, and reciprocity for receiving the precious teachings. Information on offering dana to the teacher will be provided during the virtual retreat. To learn more about dana and suggested dana ranges, please click here. 

Payment Plans and Financial Assistance
Tara Mandala offers two types of financial assistance: Deferred Payment Plans and Scholarships. You may apply for one or both of these types of assistance. Read the terms carefully as outlined on the financial aid application. Please see this page for further information.

Sustaining Sangha:
If you are currently a member of our Sustaining Sangha, you may apply your Retreat discount to this course.

Click Here for Our Online Programs Cancellation and Refund Policy

PROGRAM SCHEDULE
The live sessions of the program are listed below. All times are Mountain Standard Time.
Please use this link to see how this daily schedule translates into your timezone.

Friday, November 17, 2023:
9:00am – 11:00am MST: Opening Teachings 
12:30pm – 2:30pm MST: Teachings   [Transmission with Lama Tsultrim- must be attended live] 
3:30pm – 4:15pm MST:   Charnel Grounds presentation with Miranda Shaw 

Saturday, November 18, 2023 
7:00am – 7:45am MST: Practice 
9:00am – 11:00am MST: Teachings 
12:30pm – 2:30pm MST: Teaching session with Lama Tsultrim Allione 
3:30pm – 4:15pm MST:  Retinue Deities presentation with Miranda Shaw

Sunday, November 19, 2023
7:00am – 7:45am MST: Practice 
9:00am – 11:00am MST: Teachings 
12:30pm – 2:30pm MST: Teaching session
3:30pm – 4:15pm MST: Practice 

Friday, December 1, 2023 
7:00am – 7:45am MST: Practice 
9:00am – 11:00am MST: Teachings 
12:30pm – 2:30pm MST: Teachings 
3:30pm – 4:15pm MST: Practice 

Saturday, December 2, 2023
7:00am – 7:45am MST: Practice 
9:00am – 11:00am MST: Teachings 
12:30pm – 2:30pm MST: Teachings
3:30pm – 4:15pm MST: Simhamukha and Her Ancient Sisters Presentation with Miranda Shaw 

Sunday, December 3, 2023
7:00am – 7:45am MST: Practice 
9:00am – 11:00am MST: Teachings 
12:30pm – 2:30pm MST: Closing Session and Tsog (Ritual Feast)