Our Teacher
Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe is one of the most knowledgeable and respected teachers of the practice and philosophy of Tibetan Buddhism in Australia.
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Our home
Drogmi Buddhist Institute's home base is the Kamalashila Tibetan Buddhist Centre at the foot of Mount Gulaga, near Tilba on the far south coast of New South Wales, Australia.
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Sunday meditation at Tilba# Please note that Sunday Practice resumes after the end of year break on 15 February 2026, after the road upgrade is completed.
Below is the program for 2026 Every Sunday 8.30-9.30am Green Tara Puja in the Tara Gompa 10-11am Shamatha or "Calm Abiding" Practice led by Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe. Learn and practice the fundamentals of meditation by an accomplished meditation master. Stay for a cuppa and chat afterwards. Every second and fourth Sunday of the month 11-11.30am Medicine Buddha Practice led by Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe. Medicine Buddha is effective in healing physical and mental sickness, for oneself and others. You do not require any pre-requisite when attending this practice in the group setting. |
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Drogmi shedra 2026-2028Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe will lead a new three year studies program at Kamalashila Tibetan Buddhist Centre.
The Drogmi Shedra will commence in May 2026 and conclude in September 2028. ‘Shedra’ is the Tibetan word for ‘centre for teaching’ and is the traditional higher learning provided to monks and nuns to study the most important Buddhist texts. The course comprises two semesters per year and includes in-person intensive study residentials at Kamalashila Tibetan Buddhist Centre; three days in semester 1 (in May) and 10 days in semester 2 (in September). The study residentials will involve teachings, personal study, discussion and a mix of group and individual presentations. Click here for more information |
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Autumn Buddhist Philosophy Course returns in 2026The inaugural Autumn Buddhist Philosophy Course ran successfully from 2022 to 2024. The course will run again from 2026 to 2028, beginning in March 2026.
This course is intended for those who wish to deepen their understanding of Buddhism in a comprehensive and transformative way. The course is taught by Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe, who holds a Masters degree and a Loppon degree (equivalent to a PhD) in Buddhist Studies from the Sakya College in Dehradun, India. This is a precious opportunity to join a three-year applied spiritual training in the three main Buddhist traditions. The course is presented in the true spirit of ‘rime’ or non-sectarianism. In the first year the course will cover the Shravakayana tradition, and in the following years the Mahayana and Vajrayana traditions. Click here for more information |
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LOSAR TIBETAN NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS
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ANNUAL VAJRAYOGINI RETREAT 20-22 February - STUDENT LEDStarts 9am Friday 20 February, concludes 1pm Sunday 22 February.
This is our 5th Vajrayogini Retreat at Kamalashila. Senior students will lead the sessions under the guidance of Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe. Pre-requisite to attend is: Previously receiving from a Sakya Master the Vajrayogini Blessing and 7 Day Teachings on the sadhana. The weekend schedule is designed to cater for those newer to the practice and those with more experience, to share our knowledge with each other. Emphasis is on practicing together. ZOOM: For those Sangha unable to attend in person due to distance from the centre, there is an option to attend all sessions via Zoom. Click here for more information |
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kamalashila open day 28 FebruarySaturday 28 February 10am - 2pm
A day to come and experience a temple and its surrounds. There will be plenty of activities to enjoy such as stalls, lunch and refreshments, and a number of "learn to meditate" sessions conducted by our ordained monk. There will be guided tours of the temple and centre facilities. Free entry, all are welcome. |
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public talk in sydney:
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Sydney weekend teaching: parting from the four attachments
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Meditation for wellbeing course
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karma yoga retreat 20 - 22 March~ KARMA YOGA GROUP RETREAT ~
9am Friday 20 March to 1pm Sunday 22 March “For the sake of creating a beautiful home for the Dharma” Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe It will be a weekend where our body and mind work together to help others. The days start with a meditation session led by Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe and concludes with a campfire yarn. Come and join us with work in the garden, building maintenance, cleaning and painting or assisting with the catering. There is a job for everyone! * Meals and accommodation are offered free of charge. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: for organisational needs by emailing [email protected] |
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MINDFULNESS RETREAT - 25 - 27 APRIL (anzac long-weekend)RETURN and REST
The most yielding of things overcomes the hardest of things ~ Tao Te Ching with Ayya Jayasara Starts 9am 25 April finishes 1pm 27 April In this weekend of mindfulness, we shall practice recognising the habitual, conditioned grasping patterns of both body and mind. Cultivating a series of calm abiding and mindfulness practices, meditative Chi Gong movements and postures, along with reflecting on profound pointers from the Wisdom of the Masters, we’ll learn how to relax the tension and stress we create and carry in our lives. In doing so, we come to rediscover the natural and inherently peaceful state of the mind at ease. This long weekend retreat will be held mostly in noble silence, with periods of Q&A. It will start at 9am on the Saturday morning and go to 1pm on the Monday. However, for an easeful transition to the retreat, if you wish to register and stay over at the centre on the Friday evening, you can do so at time of booking. ** Please note that this retreat is suited for experienced meditators – those who have been meditating for a few years, have had some retreat experience, and maintain a daily/regular sitting meditation practice. Spaces are limited so book early! Click here for more information |
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ULURU RETREAT - 20 - 25 MAYKhenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe is leading this five day retreat to the sacred site of Uluru.
* Bookings have sold out. If you would like to go on a cancellation list please email the organisers at [email protected] to register. Uluru is one of the most sacred places in Australia, at the country’s heart and centre. For generations, Aboriginal Australians have recognised the importance and beauty of this location; its significance is now increasingly acknowledged by other Australians as well. Many great Buddhist masters have visited this site. This is an extremely rare opportunity to visit this sacred place with such a teacher as Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe and to receive teachings and practice meditation. Click here for more information |
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