Please note: Registration closes at midnight on January 12th or when we reach capacity. Please register as soon as possible to secure your spot.

About the Program

We are excited to announce that Kyabjé Jhado Rinpoche will give an Experiential Commentary on Lama Chopa (Guru Puja) — one of the most profound and beloved practices in the Gelug tradition.

Lama Chopa, meaning “Offering to the Guru,” is a complete path of the sutra and tantra teachings condensed into a single practice. Through devotional offering, reflection, and meditation, practitioners cultivate the union of wisdom and compassion, recognizing the inseparability of the Guru and one’s own awakened mind.

In this rare and precious transmission, Rinpoche will guide students through Lama Chopa, illuminating its deep meaning and experiential application. Participants will learn how to bring the words of the text alive in meditation—transforming the practice from a recitation into a living path of realization.

Requirements: Highest Yoga Tantra initiation (such as Yamantaka).

Daily Commitment: Lama Chopa practice for life. Attendance requires a sincere commitment to daily practice — no exceptions. Does not include a daily Tsog commitment. No drop-ins.

Read more about the importance of Lama Chopa: https://fpmt.org/education/prayers-and-practice-materials/lama-chopa/

If you are able to do the practice of Guru Puja in your daily life, it contains all the important points of sutra and tantra. It is a complete practice, and it shows the palm (which means the heart) of the instruction of the ear-whispered lineage of Ganden (Ganden/Ensa Nyengyu).
— Phabongkha Dechen Nyingpo quoted by Lama Zopa Rinpoche

Along with the transformative Lama Chopa program, retreatants are warmly invited to join Rinpoche’s uplifting Saturday and Sunday morning teachings — powerful sessions open to the public that promise to deepen your retreat experience.

If you would like to receive all of His Eminence Jhado Rinpoche’s teachings during his visit, including the Stupa Blessing, Yamantaka empowerment, and oral transmissions. Click here to register for the full program (January 19–29).

Schedule

Friday, January 23 (Residential Students Only)
4:00 – 5:30 pm – Check In
5:45 pm – Welcome Talk in Dining Room
6:00 – 7:00 pm – Dinner
Please rest and prepare for the teachings beginning the next morning.

Saturday, January 24
8:00  – 9:00 am – Breakfast
10:00 am – 12:00 pm – General Teachings on the 8 Verses of Thought Transformation
12:30 – 1:30 pm – Lunch
2:30 – 5:30 pm – Lama Chopa Nyamtri 1
7:00 – 8:00 pm – Lama Chopa review and practice with Ven. Steve

Sunday, January 25
8:00 – 9:00 am – Breakfast
9:00 am – 12:00 pm – General Teachings on the 37 Aspects of Enlightenment
12:30 – 1:30 pm – Lunch
2:30 – 5:30 pm – Lama Chopa Nyamtri 2
6:00 – 7:00 pm – Dinner
7:00 – 8:00 pm – Lama Chopa review and practice with Ven. Steve

Monday, January 26
8:00 – 9:00 am – Breakfast
9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Lama Chopa Nyamtri 3
12:30 – 1:30 pm – Lunch
2:30 – 5:30 pm – Lama Chopa Nyamtri 4
6:00 – 7:00 pm – Dinner
7:00 – 8:00 pm – Lama Chopa review and practice with Ven. Steve

Tuesday, January 27
8:00 – 9:00 am – Breakfast
9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Lama Chopa Nyamtri 5
12:30 – 1:30 pm – Lunch
2:30 – 5:30 pm – Lama Chopa Nyamtri 6
6:00 – 7:00 pm – Dinner
7:00 – 8:00 pm – Lama Chopa review and practice with Ven. Steve

Wednesday, January 28
8:00 – 9:00 am – Breakfast
9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Lama Chopa Nyamtri 7
12:30 – 1:30 pm – Lunch
2:30 – 5:30 pm – Lama Chopa Nyamtri and Lama Chopa Tsog
6:00 – 7:00 pm – Dinner
Evening free for personal meditation or Lama Chopa practice.

Thursday, January 29 (Residential Students Only)

8:00 – 9:00 am – Breakfast

Check out is at 11 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: 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. 

Commuter: Includes all meals on teaching days. No meals on residential check-in day (January 23) and residential check-out day (January 29th).

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

Please fill out this form to apply for financial support.

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 to additional dietary requirements.  Please contact Liah at [email protected] to communicate your specific needs with as much notice as possible.

Commuter meals begin at breakfast on the 24th through dinner on the 28th.

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.