Kapala IV
With Lama Tsultrim Allione
August 28 - 31, 2025
With Lama Tsultrim Allione
In Kapala Training Level IV, you will receive Machig’s Ultimate Meaning from Lama Tsultrim, as well as the Crystal and the Rainbow Rays Movement Practice and “Five Elements” Practice.
In Kapala Training Level IV you will receive:
- “Machig’s Direct Transmission” from Lama Tsultrim
- “The Crystal and Its Rays” movement practice
Who Can Attend?
- This is a required retreat for the Magyu Mother Lineage Program.
- Anyone who has completed all prerequisites listed below.
Prerequisites
- Completion of Kapala Training Levels I & II or FYD Online Levels I and II (Buddhist Track) and Kapala Training Level III
- 90 sessions of “Opening the Gate to Space”
- Completion of one (1) week of Dentog Chigma Chöd solo retreat (committing to 3 additional consecutive weeks before Kapala Training Level V).
- 10 Feeding Your Demons® with dream figures with tracking forms
- 10 Feeding Your Demons® with demon of ego-clinging with tracking forms
- 10 Feeding Your Demons® with collective societal/cultural/historical demon with tracking forms
- 10 Journey with the Ally processes
- 90 thirty-minute sessions of the Four Immeasurables practice
What to Expect?
- The retreat address will be provided closer to the program date.
- Participants will arrange their own accommodations.
- Tea will be served. Meals are not provided.
- During the retreat there will be noble silence.
Program Tuition
| Sustaining Level | $525 |
| Benefactor Level | $595 |
| Supported Level | $450 |
Learn more about available financial assistance options and apply for a scholarship here.
Installment Payment Plan Option at Registration
Understanding that everyone’s financial situation is different, Tara Mandala aims to make programs as accessible as possible. During registration, participants have the option to either pay the program fee in full or select the Installment Payment Plan. For those choosing the installment plan, a 25% deposit is required at registration, with the remaining balance automatically divided into equal monthly payments. The final payment is due 14 days before the program begins. If retreat enrollment occurs close to the start date, additional arrangements can be made. For any questions or special requests, the Finance Team is ready to assist at care@taramandala.org.
Sustaining Sangha
If you are currently a member of our Sustaining Sangha, you may apply your Onsite Program discount to this retreat. To learn more about Sustaining Sangha membership, benefits, and discounts, click here.
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 program. To learn more about dana and suggested dana ranges, please click here.
The suggested dana for this program is $60 – $180.
Tara Mandala Pricing Guidelines
As we work to become an equitable, diverse and inclusive community, our pricing guidelines are intended to be a map, inviting each of us to take inventory of resources that contribute to our access to precious dharma teachings. While we do ask you to look inward, please know there is no right or wrong answer. We encourage you to select the range/rate appropriate to your circumstances. To learn more about Tara Mandala’s pricing guidelines for Online Programs, In-Person Retreats, and Special Promotions, please visit this page.
Tentative Schedule
Thursday, August 28
| 5:00pm – 7:00pm | Opening Teaching |
Friday and Saturday, August 29-30
| 9:00am – 12:00pm | Teaching Session |
| 2:00pm – 5:00pm | Teaching Session |
| 5:15pm – 6:30pm | Practice Session |
Sunday, August 31
| 9:00am – 1:00pm | Closing Teachings and Tsog |
Onsite Programs Cancellation and Refund Policy
Health and Safety Protocols for In-Person Retreats
About the Teacher
