Testimonials

Fall Retreat 2019, Malibu, CA (Advanced Retreat)

Summer Retreat 2019 – Garrison, NY

A few video testimonials from our summer retreat in Garrison.

Spring Retreat 2019,  Serra Retreat Center, Malibu, CA

• “Let me count the ways…Truly, there are no words- it was all gold.”
• “A++++”
• “The entire retreat content was powerful and valuable.”
• “Lama Surya approaches the teachings from many angles/metaphors/techniques with his use of story and humor.”
• “Beautiful retreat- pacing felt just right- loved the silence and warmth of the retreat staff.”
• “I loved being removed from the hustle and bustle. It quieted my mind so that I could hear and digest the teachings- a fabulous experience.”
• “The experience was amazing. I am grateful for the wisdom I was able to bask in this past week.”
• “I so valued the opportunity to disconnect and practice intensely.”
• “The teachers were fantastic. I also loved the yoga and (the) chanting.”

Autumn Retreat 2018, Advanced Retreat, Garrison, NY

• “The transmission of Togal and the experience of the practice were most valuable. It feels as if I had blinders removed that I did not know I had.”
• “The combination of transmission, teachings, and practices was excellent.”
• “Lama Surya das is a beautiful, gifted teacher whose teachings emanate their value and worth.”
• “This was the richest in impact of the many retreats I have attended.”
• “It was an amazing and transformative week, I feel greatly blessed.”
• “I return every year to practice with my beloved Lama.”
• “Thank you so much for the beautiful and heartwarming teachings. I am deeply grateful.”
• ”Everything ran so smoothly- staff is the best.”
• “What I most valued was the silence and practice in an empowered retreat container.”