January 21-22

About the Program

This rare and precious opportunity with Kyabjé Jhado Rinpoche offers students the chance to receive the profound Yamantaka Solitary Hero initiation and the oral transmission and explanation on the Yamantaka Short Sadhana—a complete package in just two days.

On Wednesday, January 21, Rinpoche will bestow the Yamantaka Solitary Hero Initiation, a powerful gateway to realizing the union of wisdom and compassion through the practice of Yamantaka, the wrathful aspect of Manjushri, embodiment of ultimate wisdom. Receiving this initiation plants the seeds for deep inner transformation and liberation from the subtlest obscurations.

On Thursday, January 22, Rinpoche will offer the oral transmission (lung) and explanation of the Yamantaka Short Sadhana, providing guidance on how to engage meaningfully with this sacred practice. This teaching is a rare chance to receive direct oral instruction from one of the most accomplished living masters of the Gelug tradition.

Requirements: Refuge in the Three Jewels.
Daily Commitment: Six-Session Guru Yoga and the Yamantaka Short Sadhana for life.

Overnight registration includes lodging and meals from lunch on January 21 through dinner on January 22. 

Students are encouraged to arrive rested and ready to receive these profound teachings with a clear and open mind.

If you wish to attend Rinpoche’s full series of teachings—including public talks, Lama Chopa commentary, and the Stupa blessing—you may click here to register for the complete program (January 19–29).

About Yamantaka

Yamantaka, the wrathful manifestation of Manjushri—the Buddha of Wisdom—is the principal Highest Yoga Tantra deity of the Gelug tradition. Known as the “Conqueror of Death,” Yamantaka embodies the union of wisdom and great compassion, transforming anger, fear, and ignorance into enlightened awareness. Through this powerful practice, one cuts through the subtlest layers of self-grasping and overcomes inner and outer obstacles on the path to awakening.

Tentative Schedule – Subject to Change

Wednesday, January 21 

10:00-noon – Check-In

12:30–1:30 pm – Lunch

2:00 pm till end – Yamantaka Solitary Hero Initiation

6:00–7:00 pm – Dinner

Thursday, January 22 
8:00–9:00 am – Breakfast

9:00-noon – Program TBD

12:30–1:00 pm – Lunch

2:00 – 5:00 pm – Yamantaka Short Sadhana Lung with Explanation

6:00 – 7:00 – Dinner

Please check out of your room by 11:00 am.

Lodging Options

​​During Rinpoche’s visit, we will provide various lodging options to accommodate different preferences. We have a variety of lodging options available to make your stay comfortable. 

Shared Double Room: This can be booked by a couple, two friends, or by individuals happy to share with someone else. Rooms will be allocated by gender if you are booking as an individual in a shared room. Ideal for those who like to have a bit more privacy, but have the convenience of being close to everything at the main campus. Each double room has an ensuite bathroom. You would be sharing this room with one other person. The price indicated is per person.

Shared Dorm Room: This can be booked by families, groups of friends or individuals. Rooms will be allocated by gender if you are booking as an individual in a shared room. These dormitories provide a cost-effective option for participants who enjoy the camaraderie and interaction with fellow retreat attendees. Each dorm has an ensuite bathroom. 

If cost is a barrier, please let us know. We have scholarships and service-study options available. 

Please contact Liah at [email protected] if you have questions or requests around lodging.

Meals

All of our lodging options include 3 delicious vegetarian meals a day. There will be gluten-free and vegan options at each meal. We will do our best to cater for additional dietary requirements.  Please contact Liah at [email protected] to communicate your specific needs with as much notice as possible.

Commuter meals begin at lunch on the 21st through dinner on the 22nd.

How to Get Here

Access to LMB is via a small, winding road (Prescott Road) which we share with numerous neighbors. As you are driving to our property please turn on your headlights, go slowly, and be prepared to pull over to the side when you meet oncoming traffic.

Closest Airports: The nearest airports to LMB are San Francisco (~1.5 hours away) and San Jose (~1 hour away). To reach LMB from either of these airports you can use a rideshare app (Uber, Lyft etc), or a shuttle service (Early Bird Airport Shuttle Service). Expect to pay $100 – $150 from San Francisco, or $60 – 80 from San Jose using a rideshare app. LMB is unable to offer assistance in helping you get to or from the center. Please make your own arrangements.

Cancellation Policy

Overnight Guests

If you cancel more than 2 weeks in advance, a full refund will be offered. If you cancel up to two weeks prior to the retreat starting a 50% refund will be offered. If you cancel up to 1 week prior to the retreat starting, no refund will be offered.

Commuters

If you cancel more than 1 week in advance, a full refund will be offered. If you cancel up to 1 week prior to the retreat starting, no refund will be offered.