Gyalshen Institute is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and revival of Zhang Zhung and Tibetan culture and traditions. We are blessed to have Chaphur Rinpoche as our founder and spiritual director. Please join us at a teaching, meditation practice, or take a class to learn Tibetan and the language of the ancient kingdom of Zhang Zhung.
Upcoming Events
August 22-23: The Six Lamps, the Essence of Dzogchen TeachingsThe Six Lamps, the Essence of Dzogchen Teachings August 22-23, 2026, 10am-12:30pm (PT), on Zoom. Dzogpa Chenpo, also known as the “Great Perfection,” is considered the path of self-liberation and the highest form of teaching in the Yungdrung Bön tradition. Within this tradition, there are four main Dzogchen texts (Zhungchen Dezhi): the Zhang Zhung Nyen Gyud, the Dragpa Korsum, the [more details]
September 3-6: Keksel Teacher Training Part II and About Takla Mebar empowermentSeptember 3-6: Keksel Teacher Training Part II and About Takla Mebar empowerment with Chaphur Rinpoche We are delighted to invite you to another special opportunity to meet Chaphur Rinpoche and receive teachings from the living Yungdrung Bön tradition. In September 2026, we will have the opportunity to continue our shared journey of practice through two special events: September 3–4, 2026 [more details]
June 20–21 Black Garuda Teaching and TransmissionBlack Garuda Teaching and Transmission June 20–21, 10:00 AM–12:30 PM (PT) With Chaphur Rinpoche In person and online Within the Secret Tantra tradition of Yungdrung Bön, there are many types of deities. Among these yidams, the Garuda reigns supreme as a practice to dispel outer, inner, and secret obstacles — from external conditions such as skin disorders, back pain, and spiritual [more details]
May 30th -31st, The Arrangement of the Four Wheels of DzogchenThe Arrangement of the Four Wheels of Dzogchen May 30th – May 31st, 2026, 9am-12pm (PT) In Person at Gyalshen & on Zoom With Chaphur Rinpoche In the Bon tradition there are many texts on Dzogchen, and among them the Zhangzhung Nyengyud is one of the most renowned. The very precious Zhangzhung Nyengyud lineage has been transmitted without interruption from Tonpa Kuntu [more details]
July 15th -19th: Dzogchen, Kuntu Zangpo the Clear ཨ Ah retreat at Casa Chaphur, Costa RicaThe Fivefold Dzogchen Practices of the Clear Ah Retreat With Chaphur Rinpoche July 15th -19th, 2026, 8am-11:30am (PT) On Zoom “Do not conceal from those who are qualified. Let what is hidden be fully revealed. May it be understood and embraced.” This powerful spiritual instruction is a direct quote from the Fivefold Dzogchen Practices of the Clear Ah. In October of [more details]
Past Events
May 1, Sipe Gyalmo Healing Empowerment For the Full MoonSipe Gyalmo Healing Empowerment For the Full Moon Friday, May 1, 8 am-9 am (PT) on Zoom The supreme emanation of the protector deity of Yungdrung Bön, Sipe Gyalmo, not only protects but also blesses the practitioner with the power to heal. This healing power has been transmitted continuously through the ages without interruption, from Yeshe Walmo, another aspect of Sipe Gyalmo herself, to Bön […]
Zambala Wealth Vase (Yangbum) Zambala Wealth Vase (Yangbum) April 26th, 2026, 10am-12pm (PT) Online At the beginning of each Losar, Tibetan New Year, at Gyalshen we have been performing prosperity rituals asking for blessings of well being for our families, friends and all those in need throughout the coming year. However, this year, due to the new Zambala Wealth Vases not arriving on time, we postponed the […]
August 2-3 The Heart Essence of the Dakinis and The Sherab Chamma EmpowermentThe Heart Essence of the Dakinis and The Sherab Chamma Empowerment Cancellation of His Holiness, the 34th Menri Trizen’s visit to Gyalshen 8/2 and 8/3/25 Saturday, August 2 – 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Sunday, August 3 – 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM Gyalshen Institute is honored to announce that His Holiness Lungtok Dawa Dhargyal Rinpoche, the 34th Menri Trizin, will visit us on August 2-3, […]
Astrological ReadingASTROLOGICAL READINGS for the TIBETAN YEAR 3161 (2025 in the Western Calendar). Dear Friends, We recently celebrated Losar, the beginning of the Tibetan Year 3161, which is 2025 in our Western calendar. 2025 is regarded by Tibetan Astrology as a very challenging year. We have already felt serious challenges in every part of our national and world wide environment as well as strong obstacles […]- March 29-March 30: Phowa RetreatPhowa Retreat (Transference of Consciousness) From Magyud/Mother Tantra With Chaphur Rinpoche March 29-March 30, 2025 9AM-12PM Pacific Standard Time In response to the request of many students, Chaphur Rinpoche has generously agreed to give instructions on the practice of Phowa, or Transference of Consciousness. The ultimate benefit of this practice is to steady the practitioner’s mind at the […]