BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Clear Sky Meditation Centre - ECPv6.13.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Clear Sky Meditation Centre X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Clear Sky Meditation Centre REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Edmonton BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230916T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230917T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054741 CREATED:20230702T231813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T153543Z UID:19672-1694851200-1694962800@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Integrating Mindfulness: Weekend Retreat (In-Person & Online) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/weekend-retreat/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Group Retreats and Courses,Online Courses,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/2023-Programming-Horizontal-Instagram-Post-Square-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230924T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230924T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054741 CREATED:20230822T170027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T171254Z UID:20107-1695569400-1695574800@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Spiritual Awakening\, Healing & Ecological Restoration: A Buddhist Mystic Perspective DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/spiritual-awakening-healing-ecological-restoration/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Spiritual-Awakening-Square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261231T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054742 CREATED:20220205T181428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T024915Z UID:14666-1695888000-1798736400@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Personal Coaching (Online) Ongoing DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/personal-coaching-online/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Coaching ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Screen-Shot-2020-06-13-at-10.49.12-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231006T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231022T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054742 CREATED:20230206T002516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230917T163026Z UID:18754-1696579200-1697994000@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:The Mind’s Cutting Edge: 12 Manjushris Meditation Retreat DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/12-manjushri-retreat/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Group Retreats and Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Manjushri-Meditation-Retreat.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231112T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231210T110000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054742 CREATED:20230609T213532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T002148Z UID:19686-1699781400-1702206000@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Warriors of the Heart: The Bodhisattva Path (Online) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/bodhisattva-path-online-course/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/2023-PD-courses-Square-IG-Post.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231207T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054742 CREATED:20230918T165250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T195124Z UID:20294-1700161200-1701979200@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Meditation Circle: Community Classes for Inner Well-Being (Online or In-Person) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/meditation-circle-november-2023/ CATEGORIES:Coaching,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240301 DTSTAMP:20260425T054743 CREATED:20231205T030926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T171912Z UID:20623-1707350400-1709251199@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Meditation Circle: Body\, Speech & Mind - Liberating Stuck Patterns DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/meditation-circle-feb-2024/ CATEGORIES:Coaching,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240307T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240307T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054743 CREATED:20240121T232558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T223724Z UID:21133-1709805600-1709811000@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Creating Supportive Structures for Resilience & Growth (Free Webinar) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/supportive-habits-for-resilience-growth-free-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Supportive-Habits-Workshop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240308T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240317T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054743 CREATED:20231212T032055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T201700Z UID:20687-1709924400-1710694800@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:The Five Stages of Emptiness Meditation Retreat (In-Person or Online) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/five-stages-emptiness-retreat-online/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Group Retreats and Courses,Online Courses,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2024-PD-courses-Square-IG-Post-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240323T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240427T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054743 CREATED:20230905T161824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T215551Z UID:20192-1711188000-1714219200@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Integrating Mindfulness: Tools for Holistic Living (In-Person or Online) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/integrating-mindfulness-2024/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Integrating-Mindfulness-Feature-Image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240414T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240505T110000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054744 CREATED:20240121T231048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T150427Z UID:21095-1713087000-1714906800@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Walking the Eightfold Noble Path (Online) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/the-eightfold-ennobling-path/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-PD-Courses-Facebook-Covers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240511T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240512T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054744 CREATED:20240107T141734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T212014Z UID:20951-1715418000-1715533200@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Come to Your Senses: A Spring Renewal Retreat DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/come-to-your-senses-a-spring-renewal-retreat-3/ CATEGORIES:Group Retreats and Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Untitled-design-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240524T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240602T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054744 CREATED:20230907T232718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T092324Z UID:20221-1716562800-1717340400@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Breathing Meditation Retreat DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/breathing-meditation-retreat-2024/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Group Retreats and Courses,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Breathing-Meditation-Retreat-Square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240613 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240705 DTSTAMP:20260425T054744 CREATED:20240122T181943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240505T031134Z UID:21205-1718236800-1720137599@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Meditation Circle: Living the Body Electric DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/meditation-circle-body-electric-june-2024/ CATEGORIES:Coaching,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240712T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240714T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054744 CREATED:20231211T225851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T181106Z UID:20667-1720803600-1720976400@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Razor's Edge: The Dance of Absolute & Relative Truths (In-Person and Online) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/absolute-relative-truth-online-retreat/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Group Retreats and Courses,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2024-PD-courses-Square-IG-Post-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240823 DTSTAMP:20260425T054744 CREATED:20240225T224710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T224843Z UID:21602-1722470400-1724371199@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Meditation Circle: Summer of the Spotless Mind DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/meditation-circle-summer-spotless-mind-aug-2024/ CATEGORIES:Coaching,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240907T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240922T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054744 CREATED:20230416T232247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T162820Z UID:19511-1725696000-1727024400@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:The Movement of the Mandala DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/the-movement-of-the-mandala/ CATEGORIES:Group Retreats and Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Movement-of-the-Mandala-Square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240921T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240922T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054744 CREATED:20240822T172234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T021416Z UID:22674-1726911000-1727037000@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Clear Sky's 20th Anniversary Celebration! DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/20th-anniversary/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Group Retreats and Courses,Online Courses,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/20th-Anniversary.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T190000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054745 CREATED:20231127T202240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T172916Z UID:20576-1727285400-1727290800@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:FREE WEBINAR: Integrating the Money Shadow in your Spiritual Life DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/money-spirituality-free-webinar-sep-2024/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Coaching,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-Programming-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241030T190000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054745 CREATED:20230905T162924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240908T221511Z UID:20198-1728495000-1730314800@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Money & Spirituality: Integrating Spiritual and Material (Online) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/money-spirituality-online-2024/2024-10-09/ CATEGORIES:Coaching,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-Programming.png ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241018T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241020T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054745 CREATED:20240122T001318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T022611Z UID:21146-1729270800-1729436400@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Hamster Wheel or Heaven? The Wheel of Dependent Origination (In-Person and Online) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/interdependent-origination-paticcasamuppada/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Group Retreats and Courses,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2025-PD-courses-Square-IG-Post-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241110T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241201T110000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054745 CREATED:20240805T174051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T232941Z UID:21973-1731231000-1733050800@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Understanding The Power of Sangha & Group Guru DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/the-power-of-sangha-group-guru/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Online Courses,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Sangha-Group-Guru-Online-Course.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241208T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241208T100000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054745 CREATED:20240908T211533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T230439Z UID:22893-1733648400-1733652000@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Body\, Speech & Mind eBook Launch Celebration (Online) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/body-speech-mind-ebook-launch/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Online Courses,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Book-Launch.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241222 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250105 DTSTAMP:20260425T054746 CREATED:20241107T185825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T173441Z UID:23426-1734825600-1736035199@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Sangha Christmas Retreat DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/sangha-christmas-retreat-2024/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Group Retreats and Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Sangha-Christmas-Retreat.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241224T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241224T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054746 CREATED:20241220T190242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T214830Z UID:23593-1735050600-1735056000@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Qapel: Life and Teachings Christmas Celebration DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/qapel-celebration/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Online Courses,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2025-PD-courses-Square-IG-Post-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250112T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250202T110000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054746 CREATED:20240829T175029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T220136Z UID:22571-1736674200-1738494000@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Waking Up & Growing Up: Integral Evolution (Online) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/integral-buddhism/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2025-PD-courses-Square-IG-Post-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054746 CREATED:20241023T164820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T173511Z UID:23198-1737799200-1737804600@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:FREE WEBINAR: Integrating the Money Shadow in your Spiritual Life DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/free-webinar-integrating-the-money-shadow-in-your-spiritual-life-2025/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Coaching,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-Programming-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054746 CREATED:20241023T160454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T184505Z UID:22588-1739613600-1741435200@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Money & Spirituality: Integrating Spiritual and Material (Online) DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/money-spirituality-integrating-spiritual-and-material-online/2025-02-15/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-Programming.png ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250313 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250404 DTSTAMP:20260425T054746 CREATED:20240225T235112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T163505Z UID:21655-1741824000-1743724799@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Meditation Circle: The Dance of Generosity\, Reciprocity and Collaboration DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/meditation-circle-the-dance-of-generosity-reciprocity-and-collaboration/ CATEGORIES:Coaching,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250321T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250323T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T054747 CREATED:20241128T230819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T023656Z UID:23142-1742576400-1742742000@test.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Dharma in the Stars: Integrating Saturn DESCRIPTION:“The Tarot represents a system of complete liberation for Westerners.” -Namgyal Rinpoche \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a two-week somatic retreat that helps us weave archetypal energies into our lives in beautiful and healthy ways. It’s creative\, it’s powerful\, it’s magic. Registration is by invite only. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Mysteries \n \n \n \n focus area \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interactive \n \n \n \n practice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Two Weeks \n \n \n \n Duration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intermediate \n \n \n \n Skill Level \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person \n \n \n \n format \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embodying principles of unfoldment through spiritual theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Movement of the Mandala is a powerful embodied retreat on the Tarot’s archetypes\, inspired by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche’s teachings. The retreat was first offered by the Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche 50 years ago at the Dharma Centre of Canada in 1974\, Qapel’s first retreat as a new student. A master of both Eastern and Western mystical tradition\, Rinpoche’s innovative course will be offered by Qapel and Catherine Sensei for the first and last time in Qapel’s lifetime. Why the Tarot? We’re all familiar with Eastern spiritual traditions\, but did you know the West also has a legitimate path for spiritual awakening? How are the Emperor and Empress manifesting your life? Are they wise rulers or are they tyrants? Or are they living in another kingdom altogether? Western archetypes are a powerful resource for spiritual awakening. They reveal and help us cultivate dormant aspects in ourselves so we may reach our highest potential. In modern times\, Tarot is often mistaken as ‘woo woo’ fortune telling\, yet it has offered a profound path for spiritual awakening for hundreds of years. In fact\, the Western Mysteries was the path by which Namgyal Rinpoche awakened. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Qapel and Sensei teach in a light\, but profound way - taking us on a brilliant journey of understanding with guile and humour. \n\nTheir male and female perspectives help balance with differing approaches to explaining a complex but genius system that holds all life understanding from religion\, science\, psychotherapy and wisdom traditions." \n Jonathan C. Shiatsu\, Qigong & Meditation Teacher \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The History of the Movement of the Mandala Retreat\, as first offered by Namgyal RinpocheQapel’s first retreat with his Teacher Namgyal Rinpoche was on the ‘Movement of the Mandala’ in 1974\, an embodied initiation into the Tarot’s archetypes.  We asked him to explain more about the retreat and its history.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Somatic Retreat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why this retreat? – Embody the Tarot’s principles of universal unfoldment. \nAs archetypes and meditations\, the symbolism of the Tarot is incredibly transformative. The Tarot offers a powerful\, concise path of liberation drawing on universal life experiences to invite us into deeper understanding of the mystical life. \nIn this retreat we will enact and embody the major arcana\, through spiritual somatic theatre.  This form of enriching “passion play” helps us gain a deep imprint of the tarot’s archetypal meanings\, catalytic for spiritual transformation. \nEach Tarot card contains symbolism through which transformation can occur. \nDrawing on Western archetypes\, aspects that exist within each of us\, this retreat helps us: \n\nDiscover which archetypes are stronger and weaker in our being;\nLearn how to integrate all the archetypes into our daily lives;\nUse art\, music and movement to contact the patterns of our being through sensing\, feeling and insight.\n\nWhat Can I Expect? \n\nAn open mind and heart and a spirit of adventure are excellent things to bring!\nRoll up your sleeves and jump into spiritual theatre. You will be asked to prepare sets and costumes before the retreat.\nBecome deeply familiar with the 22 Tarot cards of the major arcana and their main characteristics.\nEmbark on somatic group theatre (and therapy) using the Tarot cards.\nReveal and relate deeper patterns from within our being to the major archetypes.\nExplore techniques in loosening patterns of thought and action.\nExpect long days of Western Mysteries practice and exploration.\nEnjoy the surrounding wilderness at Clear Sky Center.\nIt’s human to have some apprehensions about doing something new\, meeting new people\, or going to a new place – particularly when all three happen together. Knowing this\, we try to make our retreats as supportive as possible.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Qapel Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Center\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humorous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Clear Sky \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Located in the BC Rocky Mountains\, we offer over 300-acres to deepen your practice and reconnect with nature.  Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei\, we are home to students from around the globe who are dedicated to co-creating a supportive and innovative space for awakening in our modern world. In adherence with our quadruple bottom line\, we source our food as local and organic as possible. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  Questions? Phone 250-429-3929\, or contact maureen@clearskycenter.org. In order to give enough time to rest from travel before the retreat starts\, we recommend that domestic travellers arrive one day early\, and long distance international travellers arrive two days early. After the retreat we also suggest staying for at least another day for integration\, however you are also welcome to stay longer for one of  our hybrid stay options. Booking a flight? Airport pickups can be booked when you register for the retreat. On the rare chance that this retreat is cancelled or if unforseen global circumstances cause travel interruptions\, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and modifiable tickets.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For your Listening Pleasure: On the TarotEnjoy Qapel and Sensei’s episodes on the Tarot from their podcast channel\, Dharma if you Dare: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "This retreat centre is the REAL THING. It's a modern monastery with people grounded in the present and practicing old and new methods of living in a spiritual community. This group walks the talk. I have made the trek from Ontario all the way to this remote corner of BC every year for the last 16 years to study with these teachers\, interact with these fellow seekers\, and bask in the beauty of this gorgeous property." \n Linda H.Dharma Teacher & Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana and Pricing\n \n\n Dana: This retreat is offered on the basis of dāna (generosity). Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”\, and is the traditional way in which Buddhist teachings are offered.  With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. You may have come across this in the form of “pay from the heart”. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. You will be sent a link to offer “dana” to the teachers after registration.  For more information on dāna click here. Pricing:  In addition to Dana to the Teacher\, Clear Sky Meditation Centre provides an incredible space for your retreat.  Situated on a beautiful 310-acre property in the Rocky Mountains\, the center and its karma yogis provide you nourishing daily meals and comfortable accomodation. Read more: Staying with us (Clear Sky Meditation Centre) Please go to the retreat registration page for this retreat for details of the all inclusive fee for the retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Detailed Daily Schedule (Long retreats)\n \n\n Specific times may change – this is a rough guide (MST) \n6:30 – 7:30 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:15 AM: Breakfast: Prepare\, eat\, clean up8:15 – 8:45 AM: Walk &/or Personal Practice9:00 – 10:00 AM: Class with Teachers10:00 – 10:30 AM: Walk10:30 – 11:30 AM: Group Practice led by Sangha11:30 – 12:30 PM: Personal Practice12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch: Prepare\, eat\, clean up1:30 – 3:00 PM: Personal Practice3:00 – 4:00 PM: Group Practice led by Sangha4:00 – 5:30 PM: Personal Practice5:30 – 7:00 PM: Dinner: prepare\, eat\, clean up7:00 – 7:30 PM: Walk &/or Personal Practice7:30 – 8:30 PM: Group Practice and Q & A with Teachers8:30 – Beyond: Personal Practice & bed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\, Weather\, Accommodation and How to Get Here\n \n\n Click here for details on how to get here\, what to bring and what to expect.  URL:https://test.clearskycenter.org/event/dharma-in-the-stars-integrating-saturn/ CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Group Retreats and Courses,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Dharma-and-Astrology-Course.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR