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 TilbaEvery 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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Healing and purification retreat27 December 2025 to 1 January 2026
with Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe During this retreat Khenpo la will give detailed teachings on Vajrasattva and Medicine Buddha Practices. The retreat is designed to help practitioners new and experienced, to clear away and heal any negativity from the past year and come into the New Year rejuvenated and refreshed, with a positive mind and perspective for the year ahead. The setting of the retreat is very peaceful and grounding at the base of Gulaga, a mountain of great spiritual and cultural significance for the local Aboriginal peoples. Even to spend a few hours in this environment is very special. Starts 7pm 27th Dec finishes 1pm 1 Jan Cost: Onsite: $630 - includes all meals, teachings and accommodation. Onsite camping or own van: $620 - includes teachings, all meals and centre facilities. Offsite: $540 - Includes teachings and all meals Members and Friends of Drogmi receive a 15 per cent discount. To receive the discount select the option you want then go to the checkout. Choose the 'coupon' option, enter the discount code and click on ‘Apply’. Click here for more information |
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Smoothing the Dharma path - 2025 appealWe have been overwhelmed by the many very generous contributions to our fundraising appeal to upgrade the roadway up to the Gompa.
In fact, the support has been so great that we have exceeded our original goal and this means we can extend the road upgrade down the saddle area and right up to Khenpo’s house! This is a great result as that roadway is in a pretty parlous state. Any funds beyond above this will be used to purchase equipment for the ongoing maintenance of the centre roads. We expect the roadworks to be undertaken early in the New Year and well ahead of the arrival of His Holiness Gyana Vajra Rinpoche, the 43rd Sakya Trizin. We will be in touch on a launch date once the upgrade is completed and hope that you might be able to join us then. Thank you to everyone who has contributed so generously – we deeply appreciate your kind support for the centre. Thank you for smoothing the Dharma path and making it easier for people to access the Gompa, and beyond! |
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ULURU RETREAT - 20 - 25 MAYKhenpo la will be leading this retreat to the sacred site of Uluru in May 2026 for five days.
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. Bookings are opening soon. |
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