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 advanced autumn buddhist philosophy course 2026-2028Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe will lead a new three year studies program at Kamalashila Tibetan Buddhist Centre.
The Drogmi Shedra Advanced Autumn Buddhist Philosophy Course 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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Shamatha-Vipassana retreatThursday 13 - Sunday 16 November
with Ayyas Jitindriya and Jayasara The Anatomy of Experience – a deep dive into the Buddha's teaching on the five aggregates of existence Sold out: The retreat is sold out. If you would like to be placed on a waiting list for any vacancies that arise, please email [email protected]. During this retreat, the initial focus will be on developing shamatha (the calming and stilling of mind), which will serve as the support for our experiential enquiry into the five aggregates: physical form, feeling, perception, mental formations and sense consciousness. 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 invite you to consider contributing to our fundraising appeal to upgrade the main road up to the Gompa at Kamalashila Tibetan Buddhist Centre.
A few years ago we put in 100metres of concrete paving to improve the worst parts of the road up to the Gompa – and thanks to the kind support of so many, it made a huge difference. We are now looking to extend the concrete paving down the road by 80metres to the bend and also upgrading the road back up to the car park, including putting in new pipes for drainage. By supporting the road upgrade, for decades to come, you will make it easier to access the Gompa. Click here for more information and to make a donation to smooth the Dharma path. |
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