Matthew Zalichin began studying Buddhism as an undergraduate in 1971. His teachers include many of the past and current century’s most eminent Tibetan lamas of all main lineages, but principally the Kagyu and Nyingma through his two root gurus Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche and Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche, whom he met in 1977. He has, for the most part, practiced as a householder in North America, and from roughly 1981-2000 focused on ngondros, various yidam practices, and dharma center administration while working full time, raising a family, paying mortgages, and so on. Authorized as a meditation instructor in 1981, he taught meditation, Buddhism, and related subjects continually from then until 2000, when he moved to Nepal to focus on solitary retreat practice.
In July 2009 he accepted Phakchok Rinpoche’s appointment as meditation instructor and teacher in residence at Rangjung Yeshe Gomde New York.
Private Retreat
Private Retreat
Flexible Dates
About this Retreat
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Details of this retreat
Samye Hermitage New York is a sanctuary for those who wish to deepen their practice and train their minds. We encourage serious Buddhist practitioners who are studying under the guidance of a teacher to apply for private retreat. After we receive your deposit, our resident meditation instructor Matthew Zalichin will review your application and reach out directly to confirm your retreat plan, answer any questions about how to make the most of your retreat, and may also be available for onsite guidance, upon request.
As a retreatant at our center, you can enjoy the use of our Bath House, which includes shower, toilet, and laundry facilities, as well as our Lotus Barn, which includes a kitchen, dining area, and shrine area. There is also daily group practice (generally chanted in Tibetan), as well as ongoing classes which you may wish to join, if it fits into your retreat schedule. Note that a private retreat may not be suitable during group retreat times, but we will be happy to work with you to schedule your retreat.
Samye Hermitage offers discounts for those who wish to stay over a week. Please be in touch for details.
As a retreatant at our center, you can enjoy the use of our Bath House, which includes shower, toilet, and laundry facilities, as well as our Lotus Barn, which includes a kitchen, dining area, and shrine area. There is also daily group practice (generally chanted in Tibetan), as well as ongoing classes which you may wish to join, if it fits into your retreat schedule. Note that a private retreat may not be suitable during group retreat times, but we will be happy to work with you to schedule your retreat.
Samye Hermitage offers discounts for those who wish to stay over a week. Please be in touch for details.
Getting Here
Accommodation
Retreat Room
Our new completed retreat rooms are perfect for those who want a more comfortable stay while at Samye Hermitage. With plenty of light afforded by sliding glass doors, these spaces come furnished with a bed, small desk, and practice cushion and table. These rooms are equipped with multiple electrical outlets and WiFi service, for those who want the option of staying connected during their stay.
Cabin
Our rustic retreat cabin offers a quiet place to practice and enjoy the peace of our 26 acre property. The cabin is equipped simply, with a bed, dresser, and practice cushion and table. Cooking and bathing facilities are available at our Bath House and Lotus Barn kitchen.
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