Loden Nyima
Gelong Loden Nyima is a fully ordained Buddhist monk. He lived at Gampo Abbey from 2009 – 2017 where he practiced intensively, completed a cycle of advanced studies (Shedra), and served in various roles including as a senior teacher. He then lived at Drala Mountain Center from 2017 – 2023 where he served as Resident Teacher and a founding faculty member for many programs he continues to teach. He now lives in his hometown of San Antonio, TX, and will soon be opening dharma activities locally.
Upcoming Programs by Loden Nyima
Silent Meditation Intensive: The Cradle of Loving-Kindness
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In today’s speedy world, we all need kindness to ourselves. This two-day practice intensive is designed for meditators looking to dive deeply into their practice. This weekend is spent in silence to offer ourselves space to settle on the sacred land of Drala Mountain Center with an experienced instructor. This way, we practice befriending ourselves […]
Coming Home: A Retreat for Young Adults 18 – 30s
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The Pema Chödrön Foundation, in partnership with Drala Mountain Center, is happy to offer a Retreat for Young Adults. The Pema Chödrön Foundation covers the cost of lodging for this retreat. You pay only for tuition. This retreat for young adults is designed to give participants an experience of contemplative life. Our true nature is […]
Coming Home: A Retreat for Young Adults 18 – 30s
Also Loden Nyima
Offered in partnership by the Pema Chödrön Foundation and Drala Mountain Center. The cost of lodging for this retreat is sponsored by the Pema Chödrön Foundation. Our true nature is sacred, and shared with everyone and everything in our environment. Connecting with this is how we come home. In this retreat we’ll do so through […]
Learn to Meditate: An Introduction and Retreat for Everyone
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Learn to meditate with Buddhist monk Loden Nyima! Why Learn to Meditate? Meditation is a simple, natural, healthy activity that absolutely anyone can do. You do not need to be interested in a religious path in order to learn and benefit from meditation. Meditation has survived for thousands of years because it works. Your own peace […]
Silent Meditation Intensive: The Cradle of Loving-Kindness
Also Loden Nyima
In today’s speedy world, we all need kindness to ourselves. This two-day practice intensive is designed for meditators looking to dive deeply into their practice. This weekend is spent in silence to offer ourselves space to settle on the sacred land of Drala Mountain Center with an experienced instructor. This way, we practice befriending ourselves […]
Silent Meditation Intensive: The Cradle of Loving-Kindness
Also Loden Nyima
In today’s speedy world, we all need kindness to ourselves. This two-day practice intensive is designed for meditators looking to dive deeply into their practice. This weekend is spent in silence to offer ourselves space to settle on the sacred land of Drala Mountain Center with an experienced instructor. This way, we practice befriending ourselves […]