Personal Retreat

Flexible Dates

Date and Time Details:

Anyone drawn to settle into the daily rhythm of Dorje Denma Ling while undertaking a personal contemplative or meditative retreat is welcome.

In-house retreats are arranged based on accommodation availability. Our season runs from May 1 to November 23, though off-season retreats may also be considered.

Location: Dorje Denma Ling

Address: 2280 Balmoral Rd, The Falls, NS, B0K 1V0

Contact: Programs
programs@dorjedenmaling.com

  • Drala Cabin: Single Occupancy – CAD $195.00
  • Drala Cabin: Double Occupancy – CAD $105.00
  • Gyatso Lodge: Single Occupancy – CAD $195.00
  • Gyatso Lodge: Double Occupancy – CAD $105.00
  • Gyatso Lodge: Private Single, or Couple's Room – CAD $195.00
  • Large White Tent: Single Occupancy – CAD $135.00
  • Large White Tent: Double Occupancy – CAD $90.00
  • Wood Cabin: Single Occupancy – CAD $135.00
  • Wood Cabin: Retreat – CAD $135.00
  • Wood Cabin: Double Occupancy – CAD $90.00
  • Bring Your Own Tent: Platform Provided – CAD $80.00
  • Bring Your Own Tent, RV, Camper, Car/Van Camping: No Platform – CAD $65.00
  • DDL Tent with Platform: Single and Couple's Occupancy – CAD $80.00
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Practice quietly. Join the rhythm of land and community.

Dorje Denma Ling offers space for individual and small group retreats throughout the program season, based on the availability of accommodations.

These retreats are self-organized. Retreatants live alongside the resident community, supported with meals, daily structure, and access to practice spaces. The land is quiet and spacious. You are welcome to bring your own discipline and settle in.

2025 Dates that we will not be able to accommodate in-house retreats are September 18 -21 and October 17 – 26.

In order to register, please do these three things:

1. Fill out this Request form
2. After completing the request form, email programs@dorjedenmaling.org for the password to register.
3. Once you receive the password, come back to this page and click on the REGISTER NOW button to get registered!

Individual In-House Retreats

Welcome to join morning (9 – 10am) and evening (5:30 – 6:30) staff practice sessions and help with light chores.

May use the staff shrine room during available hours or practice in your room.

Responsible for setting up and taking down any personal shrine. Required shrine items can be provided.

Three nutritious meals a day are provided during DDL program times. Otherwise, breakfast is self-serve and access to the kitchen, leftovers, and food for you to cook is available. Food requests are taken into consideration in between DDL programs.

Minimum stay: 2 nights.

Small Group In-House Retreats (less than 10 participants)

  • Must be self-organized and self-staffed.
  • Three nutritious meals a day are provided during DDL program times. Otherwise, breakfast is self-serve and access to the kitchen, leftovers, and food for you to cook is available. Food requests are taken into consideration in between DDL programs.
  • Welcome to join morning (9 – 10am) and evening (5:30 – 6:30) staff practice sessions and help with light chores.
  • Access to appropriate shrine space (e.g. Werma, Ngöndro, Vajrayogini). Exclusive shrine room use available for an additional fee.
  • Groups handle their own shrine setup and cleanup. Shrine objects can be supplied.
  • Minimum stay: 2 nights.

Rates

$65–$190 per night depending on accommodation type, including meals.

Exclusive shrine room use may require an additional fee.

Minimum stay: 2 nights.

 

How to Book In-House Retreats

Retreats are offered between May 1 and December 15. Off-season stays may be considered.

Individuals: Fill out this REQUEST FORM and email programs@dorjedenmaling.com with your name and phone number and request for password.

Groups < 10: One person should fill out this REQUEST FORM and contact us at programs@dorjedenmaling.com.

Groups ≥ 10: Email your request to programs@dorjedenmaling.com.

Generosity Policy

We offer a “pay what you can” option and scholarships. Financial support is discussed after your request is accepted.

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