Regional Practice Groups

Katog Choling North America

At the age of seventy-seven, His Holiness Katog Moksa Rinpoche, a true crest ornament to the teachings of the early translation school, gave me a very deep and insistent directive to come to the United States in such a manner that I had no alternative but to comply ….

Hence, in September of 2002 I arrived in the U.S. at the invitation of Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche and was hosted by Chagdud Gonpa in its various dharma centers. After a few years of teaching to the best of my capacity I was invited to the southern United States. At that time, many positive conditions gathered creating both the inner and outer interdependence, combined with encouragement from H.H. Katog Moksa Rinpoche, to establish Katog Choling. This name signifies it as being a lineage holder of the famed Katog tradition; The glorious Katog Lineage is the headwaters for the teachings of the early translation school of Nyingma, one of the main stream traditions of Tibetan Buddhism. With little effort we were able to incorporate it as a legal non-profit organization. The primary aim is to preserve the buddha dharma and culture of Tibet. By doing so, it is my heartfelt aspiration that it serve to benefit beings in this country, in Tibet, and the entire world by protecting many from suffering of body and mind, and spreading peace and happiness in all directions and to all realms of the universe now and for aeons to come like the radiant sun that benefits us all. Thus, may this foundation be a vehicle for engaging in and furthering benefit to beings in many continents.

Any way in which you can support this activity unfolding through your intentions, aspirations, and any form of support is greatly appreciated that this may be of greater and greater benefit to all.

~Khentrul Lodrö Thayé Rinpoche

Khentrul Rinpoche visits many other places including Australia and South Africa. Please browse our event schedule regularly to find out when he’ll be coming to a location near you.

Arcata, CA

Katog Orgyen Ling

Contact Ani Sangye at moc.l1738934841iamg@17389348414202e1738934841ygnas1738934841ina1738934841

Ashland, OR

Katog Padma Ling

Thursdays 6:00-7:00 pm

Alternating between Bodhicitta, Tonglen and Heart Sutra 

Location: 202 Ohio St. Ashland, OR 97520

Contact moc.l1738934841iamg@1738934841gnila1738934841mdapg1738934841otak1738934841

Fairbanks, AK

Katog Karma Ling

Contact Alice at moc.l1738934841iamg@1738934841gnila1738934841mrakg1738934841otak1738934841

Mail: P.O. Box 84224, Fairbanks, AK, 99708

Guilford, CT

Katog Vajra Ling

Contact Roxy and Kathleen at gro.g1738934841nilar1738934841javgo1738934841tak@o1738934841fni1738934841 

Homer, AK

Floating Leaf Sangha

Contact Julia at moc.l1738934841iamto1738934841h@sni1738934841vebai1738934841luj1738934841

Honey Brook, PA

Katog Dungkar Ling

Contact moc.l1738934841oa@gn1738934841ilrak1738934841gnud1738934841

Lafayette, LA

Katog Ratna Ling

Katog Ratna Ling was founded by Khentrul Lodrö Thaye Rinpoche in 2004 to provide a place for spiritual practice and Tibetan cultural activities. Based on the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism, the dharma center has weekly online meditations which are open to everyone. For more information click here.

Although in person meetings have been discontinued due to the pandemic, our organization is offering free audio of teachings that can support those interested in Buddhism or interested in a spiritual path. You can access them here.

Katog Ratna Ling makes beautiful malas and other unique dharma items. You can purchase them online in our store on

Contact gro.g1738934841otak@1738934841gnila1738934841ntar1738934841

Maui, HI

Katog Mati Ling

Contact Elisabeth at moc.l1738934841iamto1738934841h@lmu1738934841lbe1738934841

Miami, FL

Katog Tingzin Ling

Occasional workshops, retreats, and special events.

Check Katog Miami Website for details

Contact Shamelle at gro.i1738934841maimg1738934841otak@1738934841tcatn1738934841oc1738934841 or text/call 772-237-1143

Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis Nyingma Group

Contact Matt at moc.l1738934841iamg@1738934841ihcbt1738934841tam1738934841

Orcas Island, WA

Katog Yeshé Ling

Contact Sharon at moc.d1738934841nalsi1738934841kcor@1738934841bmald1738934841ekan1738934841

Portland, OR

Portland Practice Group

Saturdays 10:00-11:00 am

Via Google Hangouts. To participate please email us.

Contact Therese and Renea at moc.l1738934841iamg@1738934841xdpgn1738934841ilohc1738934841gotak1738934841

Salt Lake City, UT

Katog Jana Ling

Katog Jana Ling was founded by Khentrul Lodrö T’hayé Rinpoche in 2006 to provide a place for spiritual practice. 

Based on the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism, the sangha has weekly meditations on Shamatha, Tonglen, and Heart Sutra. Khentrul Rinpoche visits Salt Lake City regularly to give teachings on mind training and meditation.

Click here to see our live calendar. Please arrive a few minutes to get settled before practice begins.

More information can be found on our FAQ.

Thursdays 6:00-7:00 pm

Alternating between Shamatha, Tonglen and Heart Sutra.

Contact Mary at gro.g1738934841otaK@1738934841gnila1738934841naJ1738934841 for Zoom info.

Mail: 223 West 700 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84101

Santa Rosa, CA

Katog Ngey-dön Ling

Contact Andrew and Faby at moc.l1738934841iamg@1738934841052to1738934841ofrek1738934841werdn1738934841a1738934841