[Hybrid] The Kalapa Conference: Terma, Transmissions and Command
October 17 - 26, 2025
An Immersive Retreat of Kalapa Warriors will gather In Person and Online from Friday, October 17 to Sunday, October 26. Follow the links for information and to register for in person or online. Also, please read Think BIG and Act Meek with Lungta below!
In Person
FULL PROGRAM information and registration
PARTIAL ATTENDANCE information and registration
Tuition & Meals for full program: $855
Partial attendance is priced per day.
Lodging: Extra– varies by type. Visit the Registration page for more information.
UPDATED Kalapa Conference Schedule
Online
ONLINE information and registration
$150 per person.
Online Schedule please also refer to the updated Kalapa Conference Schedule
Group pricing for Shambhala Centers can be arranged– please contact programs@dorjedenmaling.org for information.
Think BIG and Act MEEK (with Lungta)
Come to the Kalapa Conference to Explore
The Dorje Dradul’s Instructions on How We can Help the World NOW
“You have been given enough wealth, both spiritual and temporal wisdom, and it is up to you to use it properly. Warriors in the past have gone through similar experiences. They studied a lot and they learned a lot, but once in a while they were alone in the field without any reference point. Then they had to remember the teachings and experiences they had during their training. We all have to do that… It is also our duty, all of us, to work for the benefit of others and to overcome the pain and misery of the setting-sun world.” (DDM, CKA 1981 Farewell Address pp 406)
The Kalapa Conference will provide a container in which to gather as a Kalapa Lodge sangha.
Together we will open the mandala of the Dorje Dradul’s Kalapa Lodge teachings, that is, the commitment to creating an awake society here and now. Together, we can learn, meditate, and contemplate how these teachings offer an alternative vision and path to the setting sun darkness of our age. In addition, we would like to provide a space where we can slowly reweave the Mukpo clan tartan by listening to and acknowledging each other’s paths.
Nowness
● Mandala opening – Lhasang, Raising our Flags and Kyudo offering
● An authorized preceptor will review the Kalapa Lodge transmission
● Practice Werma, stroke and Lungta every day to strengthen our relationship to the Three Courts and supplicate for blessings and guidance
The Past
● Mr. John Leon will present the History of the Shambhala Community in Nova Scotia up to the Mid-2000s
● Tribute to the very early Shambhalian settlers in the region, as well as to the courageous Maritimers who joined us
Reweaving the Nova Scotia-Mukpo Tartan
● Ms. Mary and Mr. Peter Goodman ~ Living in Rural Nova Scotia, Stories of Connection
● Mr. Robert Cervelli ~ Building Local Resilience
● Dr. Trudy Sable ~ Our Mi’kmaq Hosts
Connecting with our USA Allies
● Ms. Rachel Faro ~ The Buddhist Coalition for Democracy
● Dr. Jean Robbins ~ Mahasangha Network as Local Advocacy Practicalities
● Dr. Janet Bronstein & Mr. Peter Nowak ~ Tools for Developing Enlightened Society
● Sangyum Agness Au and Mr. Daniel Naistadt ~ Dralas and Nova Scotia
● Ms. Irene Woodard ~ Touching the Earth
Comprehensive review of what we have been taught
● Dr. Julia Sagebien ~ The Development of VCTR’s Political Consciousness from his early writings in Tibet (Golden Dot) to the arrival of the termas, and the Kalapa Assemblies.
● Lennart Krogoll, Rupon ~The elemental wisdom of the Dorje Kasung transmissions; How to Be, How to Connect, How to Extend and join Heaven and Earth on the Spot
Synchronizing Body and Mind
● Ms. Tara Templin ~ Current Shambhala Governance
● Reception for Shambhala Global executives and Board of Directors
● Enjoying the Arts ~ performances
● Post-conference field trip to Rigden Rock
The Future
● Open discussions…
o What have we learned?
o What to accept and what to reject?
o What’s next?
● Dapon Martin Janowitz ~ Warriorship amid Unrelenting Assaults on Our Humanity
Generosity Policy: We have a donor-supported pay what you can policy and scholarships available. If you need financial assistance in order to attend, please complete this form and our Finance Director will contact you. If you have questions or would like to set up a payment plan, contact our Finance Department at finance@dorjedenmaling.com.
Pre-gathering Study:
Participants are encouraged to review:
- Cycle of the Black Ashe by Robin Kornman (Nalanda Translation Committee),
- Creating Enlightened Society (Nalanda Translation Committee), and
- Reflections in the Cosmic Mirror: The Kalapa Teachings of the Dorje Dradul on (Self Study Course on Shambhala Online).
Registration and Cancellation Policies
Please take note that our registration and cancellation policies have been updated. You can read our registration and cancellation policies here.
Please register early – space is limited. Register now and get $100 off the program price. Offer valid until May 27, 2025.
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