Al San Valentin

Al San Valentin (they/them/their) has been practicing and studying in
the Kagyu Nyingma lineage in the tradition of Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche
since 2016. They received their meditation instructor certification in
2021 through Open Heart Project. Al is part of The Wisdom Seat as a
board member and Meditation Instructor, has helped with Chogyam
Trungpa Institute’s transcription work in the past, and is currently
co-coordinating the 2026 Three-Yana Retreats. Al has been an early
childhood educator for over 10 years and holds an MA in Art Education
with K-12 certification. They currently teach PreK at a Quaker school
in East Falls, PA.

Upcoming Programs by Al San Valentin

The Tibetan Buddhist Path: Wisdom and Compassion

Also with Andy Karr, Daniel Nguyen, Molly DeShong and Rhea Colmar

September 3, 2026 - April 8, 2027

Explore the Mahayana path through four progressive modules: bodhicitta, paramita, lojong, and emptiness. Join the full training or any module, with live sessions and recordings available.

Working Copy

Also with Andy Karr, Daniel Nguyen, Molly DeShong and Rhea Colmar

September 3, 2026 - April 8, 2027

Explore the Mahayana path through four progressive modules: bodhicitta, paramita, lojong, and emptiness. Join the full training or any module, with live sessions and recordings available.

Module 3: Lojong

Also with Molly DeShong

January 7 - February 18, 2027

Module 3 • Mind Training Lojong This module introduces mind training, or lojong, as a set of practical guidelines for cultivating the wisdom and skillful means of the bodhisattva path. The slogans serve as pithy reminders that bring meditation off the cushion and into everyday life. Students explore the four reminders, as well as ultimate […]