This is the registration page for the ON LAND Gathering. To register for the ONLINE program, please register here. 

Tara Mandala warmly invites all students in the Ösel Nyingtig Lineage who have received the Tröma Nagmo Empowerment to join this special annual retreat. This year’s gathering will be dedicated to Tröma Nagmo’s profound practices, offering a deep immersion into her Secret Mandala. Together with those in the Magyu program, we will gather on the sacred land of Tara Mandala, honoring our shared commitment to uphold these vibrant, living streams of wisdom connected to the enlightened feminine.

In this retreat, Ösel Nyingtig students will receive The Special Instructions on the Exceedingly Secret Tröma, a profound transmission that reveals The Perfection of Secret Primordial Wisdom, the heart of our path. For those already practicing Tröma’s Secret Instructions, the Third Secret Instruction will be transmitted, to deepen their training in the realization of the non-dual Dharmakaya. 

The inspiration for this gathering is to bring practitioners together to experience the blessings of Tröma Nagmo on the sacred land where all of these Dharma Treasures were revealed by the Terton king Orgyen Khakhyab Lingpa–Adzom Peylo Rinpoche. This is a rare occasion to practice in the wild following in the footsteps of all the Victorious Ones that came before us. 

Those who make the pilgrimage to Tara Mandala will be given the opportunity to engage in the practice of dulzhug, which is a term used in Chöd practice meaning ‘vanquishing conduct’ or ‘yogic conduct.” Through a supported overnight practice session, students who have received Tröma’s Practice of Severance or any other Chöd practice, will venture out underneath the star-filled sky on the blessed Ekajati peak to elevate the energy of their practice.

During this retreat participants will also receive the special Nature of Mind teachings from Lama Tsultrim. In these occasions, Magyu and Ösel Nyingtig practitioners will gather as one large Sangha, while other sessions will be dedicated specifically to Ösel Nyingtig teachings and practice.

What is the Vision?

• This retreat will provide an opportunity for Ösel Nyingtig students practicing Tröma Nagmo to come together to cultivate community. Throughout the five days of this gathering, there will be practices, teachings, community councils, and discussions.
• Lama Tsultrim will teach Nature of Mind to both groups. Other teachings and practices will be announced.
• The retreat will close with an auspicious Tsog Feast, with spontaneous poetry of realization and songs of inspiration.

Who can Attend?

• Any student who has received Tröma Nagmo Empowerment from the Ösel Nyingtig lineage. 
• All those who have maintained their Tröma practice samaya. 
• If you want to attend but are not sure if you qualify, please contact oselnyingtig@taramandala.org.

To prepare for this retreat, you will need:

• Your practice text(s) for Troma Sadhana, The Special Instructions on the Exceedingly Secret Tröma, and Tröma Chöd. 
• Chod drum, bell, and damaru
• Zen and optional dharma skirt.

Program Tuition

Room and Board

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

You may apply your Onsite Retreat discount to this course. 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 $100-$300.

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 Program Schedule

July 16

July 17, 18, 19, 20

July 21

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

Onsite Programs Cancellation and Refund Policy

Health and Safety Protocols for In-Person Retreats