Staying Here

Located a block away from UC Berkeley at the foothills of Highland and Hearst, we offer a quiet and reserved environment ideal for reflection and introspection. Rooms offer beautiful views of the bay and Golden Gate Bridge, or our peaceful meditation garden. Furnished...

About Us

Overview & Hours   The Nyingma Institute offers courses, workshops and retreats to the public. We have seven fields of study, including Meditation, Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga, Nyingma Psychology, and more. Our mission is to share the healing wisdom of the Nyingma...

Full Time Work-Study

Full-Time Work Study Program Residential Work-Study Program at a Buddhist Center of Learning Immerse yourself in a life of discovery and service in a Tibetan Buddhist educational center founded by Tarthang Tulku Rinpoche, one of the last Tibetan lamas to receive full...

Carolyn Memorial

In Memory and Celebration of Carolyn Pasternak  We are deeply honored to hold a memorial for our dearly beloved Carolyn Pasternak.  Please join us on June 23, 2019 to offer prayers and share some words of remembrance in honor of her extraordinary Dharma service,...

Week-long Retreats

Retreats Please note that due to health concerns, our in-person retreats have been postponed.  Upcoming Retreats Mon, May 4 – Sat, May 16  First Year Ngondro Retreat  Learn more Mon, May 18 – Sat, May 30  Second and Third Year Ngondro Retreat Learn more  Sat,...