Dralas of Casa Werma Retreat
con Richard John
March 6 - 15, 2026
“The dralas are dying to meet you!” –the Dorje Dradul
The inherent magic of this adobe-walled oasis was apparent to Chögyam Trungpa when he wrote “The Roar of the Werma” here in 1980. So did Sakyong Mipham when he visited Casa Werma and wrote the poem “Kalapa Patzcuaro” in 2014.
This one-week vajrayana retreat, followed by the annual 10-Day Mahamudra Retreat, will be grounded in the practice and study of the Werma Sadhana. We will also explore some of the drala treasures of the Patzcuaro region, including indigenous pyramids, sacred lakes, and regional cuisine and arts. A highlight of every retreat is a silent walk through the amazing market and plazas of Patzcuaro.
Prerequisites: Participants must be vajrayana practitioners who have received the pointing out transmission from the Vidyadhara, Sakyong Mipham, or the Vajra Regent or Dorje Loppön on behalf of the Vidyadhara.
Please register early: Space is limited. This retreat may be done separately or in combination with the 10-Day Mahamudra retreat, March 17-19, 2026.
Full program tuition not including accommodations: $850.00 usd. We invite all who are able to do so to pay the full tuition rate. By doing so, you directly support Casa Werma’s operating budget, helping to sustain our dharma programs, maintain our facilities and ensure the continued care of this sacred place throughout the year.
Early Bird Discount: $100 usd off if you register before January 16, 2025
A dual program discount of $50 usd is offered to all participants enrolled in BOTH the Dralas of Casa Werma and the 10-Day Mahamudra retreat in 2026 and will be added to your guest statement after you register for both.
Special Pricing for Canadians – We want to make it easy for Canadians to join us! Your tuition will be the same amount in Canadian dollars as in U.S. dollars. Once your registration is complete, Casa Werma will adjust your guest statement accordingly.
Patron Tuition not including accommodations: $1,350 usd. We invite all who are able to do so to consider paying the Patron tuition rate. By doing so, you make it possible for us to offer scholarships to others, particularly our Mexico sangha, while also contributing to Casa Werma’s year-round operations. Please select Patron Tuition Add-On in Registration.
Heart Gifts: It is customary to offer a monetary heart gift to a dharma teacher. This is a significant source of income for many teachers. Gifts are voluntary, and any amount will be appreciated. There will be an opportunity to do this near the end of the program.
Travel Arrangements: We recommend flights into Morelia airport (90 minutes away by car). We can help with travel arrangements, please visit our How to Get Here page for more info or send us an email at: reservations@casawerma.org with any further questions.
Please email reservations@casawerma.org with any further questions.
About the Teacher
Richard John
Early student of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, who also served as acharya for Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. Richard completed the first three-year retreat at Gampo Abbey, and has led meditation retreats throughout North America for over 30 years.
Learn more about Richard JohnCategories : Advanced Training / Entrenamiento avanzado, Meditation Retreat / Un retiro de meditación, Shambhala Vajrayana