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Experience the Innate Wisdom Within

A nonprofit dark retreat center in the Berkshires offering authentic Vajrayana path-to-fruition practices through a non-sectarian, Rimé approach

Who We Are

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RIMÉ DARK RETREAT CENTER · A HOME FOR SUSTAINABLE SLOW  DHARMA

Yangti Yoga Retreat Center is a 501(c)(3) religious nonprofit dedicated to preserving and transmitting the full scope of Vajrayana practices, with a primary focus on Yangti Yoga, or dark retreat and related dzogchen practices including those of the Yangti Nakpo lineage. Our approach is Rimé: non-sectarian yet lineage-honoring, working with lineage holders and practitioners from a range of Vajrayana traditions.

We believe that authentic, sustained practice requires reliable conditions: qualified teachers, proper transmission, attentive support, and a physical container designed for depth. Everything we build here is in service of that.

FROM PATH
TO FRUITION

From practice support, online community, community care, to custom retreats.

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MANDALA MEMBERSHIP

Because the path is not one size fits all and deserves nuanced care and a relationship with a spiritual guide

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Explore specialized translations from Yangti Yoga Publications, previous books of Lama Justin's along with articles and podcasts

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Invest in your practice through a deep, meaningful, and closed container of personal retreat. Our facilities support either dark or light retreats.

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SPIRITUAL CARE CLINIC

Our online clinic connects you with Vajrayana-informed chaplains and therapists offering pastoral counseling, end-of-life support, and contemplative care.

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A monthly container of free or donation based practices in accordance with the lunar calendar. 

Upcoming Events

Teachers & Advisors

Lama Justin von Bujdoss

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Founding Teacher & Spiritual Director

H.E. Chung Tulku Rinpoche

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Yangti Nakpo Lineage Holder & Pilgrimage Leader

H.E. Goshir Gyaltsab Rinpoche

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Regent of Karma Kagyu Lineage - Advisor

Dr. Nida Chenagtsang

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Yuthok Nyingthik Lineage Holder

David Germano, Ph.D

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Academic & Research Advisor/Collaborator

Meet Our Teachers & Advisors

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Lama Justin Von Bujdoss 
Founding Teacher & Spiritual Director

H.E. Chung Tulku Rinpoche
Yangti Nakpo Lineage Holder & Pilgrimage Leader

H.E. Goshir Gyaltsab Rinpoche
Regent of Karma Kagyu Lineage - Advisor

Dr. Nida Chenagtsang
Yuthok Nyingthik Lineage Holder

Long-Term Study & Formation

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VAJRAYANA SPIRITUAL CARE FOUNDATIONS

A two-year formation program integrating Vajrayana practice with the theory and skills of contemplative spiritual care. The foundational pathway to CPE.

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ATI YOGA IMMERSIONS

Year-long courses in Ati Yoga practice from the Karma Nyingthig and Konchok Chidu lineages. Deep dharma study for committed practitioners.

CLINICAL PASTORAL EDUCATION (CPE)

ACPE-accredited CPE grounded in Vajrayana Buddhist wisdom. A rare opportunity for practitioners seeking professional formation as chaplains and spiritual caregivers.

Ati Yoga Immersions

Year-long courses in Ati Yoga practice from the Karma Nyingthig and Konchok Chidu lineages. Deep dharma study for committed practitioners.

Meditation on Rocks

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)

ACPE-accredited CPE grounded in Vajrayana Buddhist wisdom. A rare opportunity for practitioners seeking professional formation as chaplains and spiritual caregivers.

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Vajrayana Spiritual Care Foundations

A two-year formation program integrating Vajrayana practice with the theory and skills of contemplative spiritual care. The foundational pathway to CPE.

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Long-Term Study & Formation

CONTACT

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