Activities 2026

Calendar

Dharma Day: Lodjong and Shine (Samatha, peace of mind)
with Fabienne and Sven

Dharma practice day with Lodjong and Shine meditation, explanations and discussion.
Organised by: Dhagpo Bern
Times: 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (arrival from 9:30 a.m.)
Location: Lichtbrücke meditation room, Blumenweg 12, 3084 Wabern/Bern
Lunch: feel free to bring your own picnic
Registration: by 22 April at bern@dhgapo-switzerland.ch
bern@dhagpo-switzerland.ch

1st preparatory meeting for the Dharma Week with Lama Jigme Rinpoche (11–17 September 2026) and a short group practice session

To ensure the Dharma Week runs smoothly and is a relaxed experience, we need a team of helpers. We look forward to your support; non-members are also very welcome!

Organised by: Dhagpo Switzerland Executive Committee
Zoomlink: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9491031166
Meeting ID: 949 103 1166

An initiation requires ‘Refuge’, Rinpoche gives it to those who want it and do not yet have it.

Organised by: Dhagpo Bern
Location: Lichtbrücke meditation room, Blumenweg 12, 3084 Wabern/Berne
Language: English (simultaneous translation into German, please bring your own mobile phone and headphones)
Cost: Non-members CHF 40 / Members CHF 35, voluntary contribution to Dupseng Rinpoche (Dana)
Payment: Cash on site or with Twint
Getting there: public transport recommended, as there are only a few parking spaces in the neighbourhood
Registration: Places are limited to a maximum of 45 people; after that, we will operate a waiting list. Registration is binding. The registration deadline is 28 May
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Dharma Day: Lodjong and Tonglen
with Lama Irene

A day of Dharma practice consisting of Lodjong and Tonglen meditation, as well as explanations and discussion

Organisation: Dhagpo Männedorf
Hours 10.00-16.00
Site: Raumer Kerner im untern Teil des Gemeindehauses, 8708 Männedorf
Registration: maennedorf@dhagpo-switzerland.ch
Fees and exact address here

Dharma Day: White Tara (Infinite Compassion)
with Lama Irene

Dharma practice day on the White Tara, introduction, meditation, dialogue

Organisation: Dhagpo Männedorf
Hours: 10.00-16.00
Site: Kerner Room in the lower part of the community centre, 8708 Männedorf
Registration: maennedorf@dhagpo-switzerland.ch
Fees and exact address here

Dharma Day: Medicinbuddha (Healing and Protection)
with Lama Irene

Dharma practice day on Medicine Buddha, explanations and dialogue

Organisation: Dhagpo Männedorf
Hours: 10.00-16.00
Site: Small community halll (above), 8708 Männedorf
Registration: maennedorf@dhagpo-switzerland.ch
Fees and exact address here

Dharma Day: Guru Yoga on the 15. Karmapa and preparation for the Dharma Events 2026
with Lama Irene

Dharma practice day on Guru Yoga of the 15th Karmapa Khakyab Dorje, explanations and dialogue.
It is possible to participate only in the morning or afternoon.

Organisation: Dhagpo Männedorf
Hours: 10.00-16.00
Site: Small community hall (above), 8708 Männedorf
Registration: maennedorf@dhagpo-switzerland.ch
Fees and exact address here

To ensure the Dharma Week runs smoothly and is a relaxed experience, we need a team of helpers. We look forward to your support; non-members are also very welcome!

Hours:
10.00–12.30 Preparation for Dharma Week
14.00–16.15 Chenrezig and Shine practice
You can also attend for just half a day
Organised by: Dhagpo Switzerland Executive Committee
Venue: Small Community Hall, Zentrum Leue, Alte Landstrasse 250, 8708 Männedorf
Registration: info@dhagpo-switzerland.ch
Costs: covered by the association
Please bring: a seat cushion, a picnic, and perhaps your swimming gear for the break,

Dharma Week with Lama Jigme Rinpoche

Organised by: Dhagpo Switzerland Association
Location: Grosser Saal, Alte Landstrasse 250, 8708 Männedorf
Programme/information: to be published on this website in May 2026

Regular activities

Dharma- and Meditationsevening(Wabern/Bern)
Dhagpo Bern, Fabienne Berlinger, Andrea & Robert Bürki Urban
Information and registration: bern@dhagpo-switzerland.ch

Shared practice and study of Lama Jigme Rinpoch’s “Handbook of Ordinary Heroes” (Bülach)
Meditatin Group Bülach, Ruth Hebeisen and Barbara Gugerli
Information and registration: ruth.hebeisen@bluewin.ch

Zoom morning – White Tara Practice

Zoom – Wednesday evening White Tara practice

Fabienne Berlinger leads the main White Tara practice, after which there will be an opportunity to ask questions about your own White Tara practice if you wish. No registration is required.
Sadhana (practice text): The Practice of White Tara (available from Norbu Publishing)

Zoom access of Fabienne Berlinger
Zoom room opens at 7:20 p.m.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9491031166
Meeting ID: 949 103 1166

Contact/request at: bern@dhagpo-switzerland.ch

Zoom Evening – Dharmagroupe-Gampopa

Everyone is welcome – including newcomers

Topic: The Jewel Ornament of Liberation Gampopa (1079 – 1153)
Kapitel 9, Bringing forth the mind of awakening
Fees: Donation (Dana) here
Registration: maennedorf@dhagpo-switzerland.ch

Zoom access to Lama Irene
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9817120901?pwd=OUN6emZTazlaZ1lLNS9oV3NIQzNCQT09
Meeting ID: 981 712 0901
Passwort: 385908

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