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.
Please check the website before attending in-person programs for any possible change of schedule.
Current Programs
Mind Training Teachings
with Geshe Tenzin Legtsok
Wednesdays, October 7 and 14
6:30pm - 8:00pm PT
Via Zoom
Registration required
Practice session: October 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm PT
(All welcome)
with Geshe Tenzin Legtsok
Wednesdays, October 7 and 14
6:30pm - 8:00pm PT
Via Zoom
Registration required
Practice session: October 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm PT
(All welcome)
Tuesday Evening Meditation
Guided Meditations for Creating a Happier Life
with Ven. Katy Cole
Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20 and 27
6:00pm - 7:00pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
Guided Meditations for Creating a Happier Life
with Ven. Katy Cole
Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20 and 27
6:00pm - 7:00pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
FPMT Discovering Buddhism
Mind and Its Potential
with Ven. Lozang Yönten
Thursdays: October 1, 8, 22 and 29
(No class October 15, November 19 and 26)
6:00pm - 7:30pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
Mind and Its Potential
with Ven. Lozang Yönten
Thursdays: October 1, 8, 22 and 29
(No class October 15, November 19 and 26)
6:00pm - 7:30pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
FPMT In-Depth Meditation Training
Year 4, Term 1
with Ven. Losang Gendun
Saturday: October 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31
6:30am - 9:00am PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
Year 4, Term 1
with Ven. Losang Gendun
Saturday: October 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31
6:30am - 9:00am PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
Mindful Walk at Sunset Dunes
with Geshe Tenzin Legtsok
Saturday, October 17
5:00pm - 6:00pm PT
In-person only
No registration required
with Geshe Tenzin Legtsok
Saturday, October 17
5:00pm - 6:00pm PT
In-person only
No registration required
Green Tara Gathering
TCL Community Led
Every third Sunday of month
Sunday, October 18
10:30am - 12:00pm PT
In-person only
No registration required
TCL Community Led
Every third Sunday of month
Sunday, October 18
10:30am - 12:00pm PT
In-person only
No registration required
What We Can Expect
When We Become a Buddha
with Ven. Losang Gendun
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm PT
In-person and via Zoom
Registration required
When We Become a Buddha
with Ven. Losang Gendun
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm PT
In-person and via Zoom
Registration required
Commentary on the 6th Chapter (Patience) of
A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life
with Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Saturdays, (Fall dates to be announced soon)
10:00am - 11:30am/12:00pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life
with Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Saturdays, (Fall dates to be announced soon)
10:00am - 11:30am/12:00pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
Save the Date
Programs with Ven. Sangye Khadro (Kathleen McDonald)
Introduction to the Heart Sutra
with Ven. Sangye Khadro Thursday, November 19, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm PT In-person and via Zoom Registration required |
Awakening the Kind Heart
with Ven. Sangye Khadro Saturday, November 21, 2026 10:30am - 12:30pm / 2:00pm - 4:00pm PT Sunday, November 22, 2026 10:30am - 12:30pm PT In-person and via Zoom Registration required |
Merit and Purification:
Must-Haves for Enlightenment
Thursday, December 31, 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
Must-Haves for Enlightenment
Thursday, December 31, 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm PT
Via Zoom only
Registration required
Prayers & Practices
Please check the website before attending the pujas for any possible change of schedule.
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TCL Mini Global Mani Retreat Session
TCL will be supporting the Global Mani Retreat with these short weekly sessions. Join us every Friday as we come together to create merit and generate a good heart, dedicating for all sentient beings. |
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FPMT North American Region
Community Prayers Global Mani Retreat Sessions Thursdays: 8:00am - 8:45am PT Via Zoom only |
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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)