Tse Chen Ling Center for Tibetan Buddhist Studies is a Dharma Center dedicated to cultivating compassion and wisdom. Inspired by His Holiness the Dalai Lama & Lama Zopa Rinpoche, we provide teachings and practices in the Gelug lineage of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.
Current Programs
Please check the website before attending in-person programs for any possible change of schedule.
The Tathagata Essence
with Ven. Sangye Khadro
Mondays, March 2 - August 17, 2026
(April 13, 20 and 27)
No class April 6 & May 25
6:00pm - 8:00pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
with Ven. Sangye Khadro
Mondays, March 2 - August 17, 2026
(April 13, 20 and 27)
No class April 6 & May 25
6:00pm - 8:00pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
Tuesday Evening Meditation
Guided Meditations for Creating a Happier Life
with Ven. Katy Cole
Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2026
6:00pm - 7:00pm PST
Via Zoom only
Registration required
Guided Meditations for Creating a Happier Life
with Ven. Katy Cole
Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2026
6:00pm - 7:00pm PST
Via Zoom only
Registration required
Commentary on the 6th Chapter (Patience) of
A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life
with Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Saturdays, April 11 & 25, 2026
10:00am - 11:30am/12:00pm PT
Via Zoom ony
Registration required
A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life
with Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Saturdays, April 11 & 25, 2026
10:00am - 11:30am/12:00pm PT
Via Zoom ony
Registration required
Women's Health from the Perspective of Tibetan Medicine
with Dr. Yangdron Kalzang
Sunday, May 3, 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm PT
In person
Registration requested
(email [email protected])
with Dr. Yangdron Kalzang
Sunday, May 3, 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm PT
In person
Registration requested
(email [email protected])
Green Tara Gathering
TCL Community Led
Sunday, May 17, 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm PT
In-person only
No registration required
TCL Community Led
Sunday, May 17, 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm PT
In-person only
No registration required
FPMT In-Depth Meditation Training
with Ven. Losang Gendun
Saturdays: February 7 - April 18, 2026
6:30am - 9:00am PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
with Ven. Losang Gendun
Saturdays: February 7 - April 18, 2026
6:30am - 9:00am PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
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Mind Training Teachings
with Geshe Tenzin Legtsok Using the text, Mind Training: The Great Collection published by Wisdom Publications, Geshe-la will teach from selected texts. The principal theme is the systematic cultivation of such altruistic thoughts and emotions as compassion, love, forbearance, and perseverance. Wednesdays, July 8 - October 14, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm PT Via Zoom / Details to follow |
Prayers & Practices
Please check the website before attending the pujas for any possible change of schedule.
Prayers for Challenging Times
We asked Geshe Dakpa if we might do a daily practice to ease the suffering around the world due to so much war and aggression happening now. Geshe-la replied that this is a very good idea and advised the following prayers. Join us each morning as we come together to create merit and generate a good heart.
Monday - Wednesday in April
8:00am - 8:30am PT
We asked Geshe Dakpa if we might do a daily practice to ease the suffering around the world due to so much war and aggression happening now. Geshe-la replied that this is a very good idea and advised the following prayers. Join us each morning as we come together to create merit and generate a good heart.
Monday - Wednesday in April
8:00am - 8:30am PT
- Praises to the 21 Taras
- The King of Prayers
- Mani recitation
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FPMT North American Region
Community Prayers Swift Return Prayers Thursdays: 8:30am - 9:00am PT Via Zoom only |
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Monthly Long Life Prayers for our Gurus
Hosted by Tse Chen Ling Sunday, April 5 4:00pm - 5:30pm PT Register for Zoom link |
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Tse Chen Ling Center is affiliated with the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT).
www.FPMT.org. We are committed to upholding the Ethical Policy of FPMT by providing a safe place for students to develop their study and practice of Buddhism.
www.FPMT.org. We are committed to upholding the Ethical Policy of FPMT by providing a safe place for students to develop their study and practice of Buddhism.
Other nearby FPMT Bay Area centers:
- Ocean of Compassion, Campbell
- Land of Medicine Buddha, Soquel (Santa Cruz)
- Vajrapani Institute, Boulder Creek (Santa Cruz Mountains)