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
(May 4, 11 and 18)
No class May 25
6:00pm - 8:00pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
with Ven. Sangye Khadro
Mondays, March 2 - August 17, 2026
(May 4, 11 and 18)
No class 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, May 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2026
6:00pm - 7:00pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
Guided Meditations for Creating a Happier Life
with Ven. Katy Cole
Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2026
6:00pm - 7:00pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
FPMT In-Depth Meditation Training
with Ven. Losang Gendun
Saturdays: May 2 - July 4, 2026
6:30am - 9:00am PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
with Ven. Losang Gendun
Saturdays: May 2 - July 4, 2026
6:30am - 9:00am PT
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, May 9, 23 and June 13, 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, May 9, 23 and June 13, 2026
10:00am - 11:30am/12:00pm PT
Via Zoom ony
Registration required
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
Save the Date
Accepting Change, Loss and Aging: Use Everything
with Lennie Kronisch
Sunday, June 14
10:30am - 12:00pm PT
Details to follow
with Lennie Kronisch
Sunday, June 14
10:30am - 12:00pm PT
Details to follow
Mind Training Teachings
with Geshe Tenzin Legtsok
Wednesdays, July 8 - October 14, 2026
6:30pm - 8:00pm PT
Via Zoom / Details to follow
with Geshe Tenzin Legtsok
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.
Sunday, May 31, 2026
Saka Dawa Duchen, the 15th day of the fourth month, Saka Dawa, is one of the four great holy days of the Tibetan calendar. It commemorates Shakyamuni Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and parinirvana. On this day, karmic results are multiplied by 100 million, as taught in the vinaya text Treasure of Quotations and Logic.
9:00am - 11:00am: Mani Retreat Session
Lunch Break
1:00pm - 200pm: Medicine Buddha Puja
In-person and via Zoom / Register
Saka Dawa Duchen, the 15th day of the fourth month, Saka Dawa, is one of the four great holy days of the Tibetan calendar. It commemorates Shakyamuni Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and parinirvana. On this day, karmic results are multiplied by 100 million, as taught in the vinaya text Treasure of Quotations and Logic.
9:00am - 11:00am: Mani Retreat Session
Lunch Break
1:00pm - 200pm: Medicine Buddha Puja
In-person and via Zoom / Register
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.
Fridays in May
11:30am - 12:00pm 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.
Fridays in May
11:30am - 12:00pm PT
- Praises to the 21 Taras
- The King of Prayers
- Mani recitation
FPMT North American Region
Community Prayers Swift Return Prayers Thursdays: 8:30am - 9:00am PT Via Zoom only |
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Medicine Buddha Puja Weds, May 1 2:oopm - 3:00pm PT Register for Zoom Link Sunday, May 31 (Saka Dawa Duchen) 1:00pm - 2:00pm 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)