Richard John
Richard John, an early student of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, has served as acharya for Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche for 20 years. He completed the first three-year retreat at Gampo Abbey, and now teaches Shambhala Buddhist meditation courses full time. Richard and his wife Liz reside in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Category: Acharya
Upcoming Programs by Richard John
10-Day Mahamudra & Trekcho Retreat
March 1 - 13, 2025
The pith instructions of mahamudra and dzogchen are extremely consistent, and we will have the rare luxury of soaking in them for 10 days. Hearing these from different masters of the Practice Lineage, taking them to heart personally, and applying them in meditation leads to realization.
Dralas of Casa Werma Retreat
March 15 - 23, 2025
This vajrayana 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: indigenous pyramids, sacred lakes, regional cuisine and arts and a silent walk through the vibrant market and plazas of Patzcuaro.