Programs
Private Retreat
With Matthew Zalichin
Samye Hermitage New York is a sanctuary for those who wish to deepen their practice and train their minds. We encourage serious Buddhist practitioners who are studying under the guidance of a teacher to apply for private retreat. After we receive your deposit, our resident meditation instructor Matthew Zalichin will review your application and reach […]
Sangha Saturdays
We welcome you to Samye on Saturdays! This spring, we invite you to a day of meditation, community, and study, open to all—whether you're new to the practice or looking to deepen your connection with the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Our day begins at 11 am with a community meditation session, Cultivating Awareness, suited for […]
The Practical Bodhisattva: How to Be a Spiritual Hero in Everyday Life
With Michael Friedman
On Sundays from 11 am to 1 pm, Lama Michael Friedman offers meditation, study of essential texts, and group discussion, covering varying topics in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. Our atmosphere is informal, the meditation simple and straightforward, and, though some familiarity with buddhadharma is certainly helpful, it is not required. (A good practitioner always cultivates […]
Samye Institute Summer Immersion: The Buddhist Arts & Sciences
With Phakchok Rinpoche, Tulku Migmar Tsering, Ven. Wangchuk Dorjee Negi, John Makransky, Hilary Herdman, Oriane Lavole, Seth Auster-Rosen, Tawni Tidwell and Tenzin Loden
This immersive six-week program offers a unique opportunity to delve into the timeless wisdom of the Buddhist tradition. Combining intellectual exploration with personal transformation, it integrates teachings on the inner fields of knowledge—Buddhist philosophy and meditative practices—with the outer fields of knowledge, such as logic, medicine, language, artisanry, astrology, and geomancy. These teachings are delivered […]
Awakening Dignity: A Weekend Retreat
With Phakchok Rinpoche and Sophie (Shu-chin) Wu
We are delighted to offer a first-of-its-kind weekend retreat based on Awakening Dignity: A Guide to Living a Life of Deep Fulfillment, led by co-authors Phakchok Rinpoche and Sophie (Shu-chin) Wu. This retreat marks the beginning of Phakchok Rinpoche’s summer teaching series at Samye Hermitage New York, welcoming both absolute beginners and seasoned students. The […]
Mahamudra Retreat: Instructions from the Mahayana & Mahasiddha Traditions
With Phakchok Rinpoche
We are delighted that Phakchok Rinpoche will return this summer to Samye Hermitage New York, his North American seat, to lead a masterclass in the practice of Mahamadura meditation, the profound path to realizing the very nature of our minds. During this week-long retreat, Phakchok Rinpoche will guide participants through the ground, path and the […]
The Trinley Nyingpo: Teachings & Empowerment
With Phakchok Rinpoche
We are honored that Phakchok Rinpoche will conclude his series of masterclass teachings this summer with an introduction to the Path of Realization. This path, as taught by the great Mahaguru Padmasambhava, leads students through the traditional Vajrayana journey of practice. Entering this path begins with taking refuge and receiving empowerment. On this transformative […]
Thirty-Five Day Retreat on the Trinlé Nyingpo
With Tulku Migmar Tsering
For practitioners of the Guru Padmasambhava's heart practice—Tukdrup Barché Kunsel (Dispeller of All Obstacles)—the Thirty-Five Day Retreat is renowned for its effectiveness in evoking the profound blessings of this practice. On Phakchok Rinpoche's advice, Tulku Migmar Tsering will lead a select group of practitioners through this sequence of practice, allowing participants to immerse themselves in the […]