November Retreat 2026
4 – Day November Retreat 2026
Maitripa Centre & Online
Evening of 18 November (Wednesday) to 22nd November (Sunday)
Going on retreat has been part of Buddhism since the Buddha’s time. In the Kagyu tradition, known as the practice lineage, retreat is cherished as a time to be in a spiritually focused and supportive environment for an extended period of time. Whether new to Buddhism or an experienced practitioner, retreat is an essential component of the spiritual path. Upholding the retreat schedule provided by Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX, the retreat includes structured time for meditation practice, teachings, yoga, and incorporates daily Green Tara and Chenrezig pujas.
The Retreat will be held both in-person (at Maitripa Contemplative Centre) & Online.
The Retreat Includes
⭑ Shamatha meditation practice
⭑ Chenrezig & Green Tara Pujas
⭑ Indo-Tibetan yoga & pranayama
⭑ Audio teachings by Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX on The Four Immeasurables: Equanimity, Love, Compassion and Joy
⭑ Guided meditation on the Four Immeasurables, based directly on Rinpoche’s teachings
⭑ Study and discussion groups led by Traleg Khandro
Maitripa Centre
Established by Traleg Rinpoche IX, Maitripa Centre, is a retreat property set amongst the lush mountain ash forests, just outside Healesville, Victoria. Maitripa Centre provides a tranquil and uplifting practice environment.
…And Online!
The retreat is also accessible online and online participants enjoy lots of support.
Our friendly staff will very much make you feel included
– You will receive a welcome pack that includes all the information you need to make your home a comfortable environment for a retreat.
– You will have the same access to the pujas, yoga and meditation, and teachings just like being in-person, except from the comfort of your own home!
Wednesday
5pm-7pm Check in for ‘In person’ participants
6pm Dinner
7:30pm Welcome & Introduction
8pm Chenrezig Puja
Thursday – Saturday
6am Green Tara Puja
7:30am Breakfast
9am Yoga & Meditation
10am Break
10:30am Meditation
12noon Lunch
1pm Karma Yoga
2:00pm Teachings
3:30pm Break
4pm Meditation or Study Group with Traleg Khandro
5.30pm Break
6pm Dinner
8pm Chenrezig Puja
Sunday
6am Green Tara Puja
7:30am Breakfast
9am Yoga & Meditation
10am Break
10:30am Meditation
12noon Lunch & Clean-up
2:00pm Teachings
3:30pm Farewell & Thank You’s
* The program may vary from day to day with extra activities on some days.
* We will be in silence until noon daily
THE FOOD
A full vegetarian menu is included in your booking. Specific dietary requirements can be entered at check-out. The onsite cafe, Dogen’s Kitchen, will be open daily serving barista coffee and house made treats.
Teachings on:
The Four Immeasurables: Equanimity, Love, Compassion and Joy
The retreat will feature audio teachings by Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX on the Four Immeasurables, also known as the Four Brahmaviharas or Four Infinities.
Rinpoche describes the cultivation of the Four Immeasurables as a precondition for the development of our other virtuous qualities:
“It is said, that if there is love, compassion, joy, and equanimity, then all the other virtuous qualities and attributes of a noble being will flourish.”
— Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX
During the retreat there will be opportunities to explore the Four Immeasurables through:
⭑ Guided meditation, based directly on Rinpoche’s teachings
⭑ Study and discussion groups led by Traleg Khandro, providing an opportunity to delve more deeply into their meaning
About Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX
Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX (1955-2012) was born in Nangchen in Kham, eastern Tibet. He was recognized by His Holiness XVI Gyalwang Karmapa as the ninth Traleg tulku and enthroned at the age of two as the supreme abbot of Thrangu Monastery….
Throughout his life Rinpoche gave extensive teachings on many aspects of Buddhist psychology and philosophy, as well as comparative religion, and Buddhist and Western thought.
Read Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX’s full biography →
Traleg Khandro
During the retreat, Traleg Khandro will lead study and discussion groups, providing an opportunity to explore Traleg Rinpoche’s teachings more deeply and reflect on their meaning in practice.
Traleg Khandro, long-time student and wife of the late Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX, is a Director of E-Vam Institute in Melbourne and the U.S. and runs Shogam Publications, Traleg Rinpoche’s publishing arm.
Khandro studied Buddhism under Traleg Rinpoche’s guidance for many years and has undertaken numerous long meditation retreats. She has given commentary on Rinpoche’s teachings in Australia, America, Europe, the U.K. and South East Asia.
At Rinpoche’s request, Khandro also received traditional LuJong (Tibetan Yoga) training after qualifying as a Hatha Yoga instructor. She has a degree in Psychology.
TICKETS & BOOKINGS
Discounts
Members — 10% off (code: member)
Financial Support Discount — 10% off (code: support)
If the full ticket price would make it difficult for you to attend, please use the Financial Support Discount.
If these apply to you, please enter the relevant code at checkout.