Regular Events

Tara Meditation Practice

Usually one Sunday per month in the Temple. All welcome.

‘Tara’ (Sanskrit) means liberator. There are 21 aspects of Tara, each having a special antidote for particular negative forces. Green Tara includes all 21 aspects, represents the activity of all the Buddhas, and is sometimes referred to as mother of the Buddhas. Therefore, Green Tara practice is often done for removing obstacles on the path, and for success in life and business. It is done regularly at Karma Choeling, as at other monasteries, for the success of its activities. You are welcome to sponsor a puja for any difficulties you may be facing in life. Cost of sponsorship is $200 and can be arranged through the office.

Ngöndro — the Extraordinary Foundation Practice

Every 3rd month, contact for exact date; 4 x 2 hour sessions from 5am in the temple.

Following the instructions of the ninth Karmapa we practice the 4 ordinary and the 4 extraordinary foundation practices: Refuge and Prostrations, Vajrasattva, Mandala Offerings and Guru Mahayoga. These practices involve a significant commitment and detailed instructions from a lama are required before undertaking them.

Annual Ngöndro Retreat

1st - 22nd August 2026

Our annual August or Ngöndro Retreat will start on Saturday 1 August at 6pm. To engage in the Ngöndro practices it is important to have advice and instruction from a Lama before starting. 

If you would like to attend this year, please reply stating when you wish to arrive and depart so we can arrange your accommodation. If you would like further information about the retreat, you are welcome to contact Kate on mobile: 020 4132 8797

The final Retreat day will begin on Saturday 22 August with an early practice session at 5am as usual. The Dedication ceremony will start at 9am and will include a Tsog Offering Puja.

Please bring a dish if you would like to join our shared Vegetarian lunch in the Bodhi House afterwards.