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Orgyen Khandroling Buddhist Meditation Center
Warmth, wisdom, and authentic Tibetan Dharma in Denver.
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Warmth, wisdom, and authentic Tibetan Dharma in Denver.
Orgyen Khandroling Buddhist Meditation Center in Denver offers authentic Tibetan Buddhist teachings led by Anyen Rinpoche, guiding practitioners to integrate the Dharma into daily life. Reviews praise a warm, compassionate sangha and clear, engaging instruction. One reviewer noted a less welcoming experience tied to newcomer policy, reminding readers of diverse experiences.
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Guided group meditation practices for beginners and advanced practitioners to cultivate mindfulness and inner peace.
Authentic Tibetan Buddhist teachings and workshops led by Anyen Rinpoche, focusing on the Nyingma tradition.
A supportive spiritual community for practitioners to connect, share experiences, and grow together in Dharma.
In-depth workshops on Buddhist topics such as the 12 Links of Dependent Origination and other core teachings.
Personal guidance and mentorship from qualified teachers to help integrate Buddhist principles into daily life.
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Overall rating
Ryan Johnson
Unfortunately I did not have the welcoming experience others have described. I emailed Tom about attending a "12 Links of Depending Origination" workshop and mentioned I was a dharma practitioner. Tom inquired about my previous practice and replied that based on discussion with senior practitioners I was requested not to come. I replied that I did not carry any agenda other than to meditate with the sangha and learn more about the Nyingma tradition. Tom doubled down on his rejection and said members who have attended the same center as me in the past carry "bad energy" and they needed to "protect their vajra master". I've been to 20+ dharma centers and consider myself non-sectarian. I deeply enjoy meeting others devoted to removing delusions from their minds, regardless of tradition. This has been the only time I have not been welcomed somewhere, or rather, banned without even stepping foot inside. To be honest, it hurt my feelings to read that email - it felt like an unjust rejection based on a guilt by association. Especially unfortunate since I'm local and the pictures look like a wonderful center, with an authentic and qualified teacher. I gently encourage the sangha to meditate on their current (Dec '25) policy towards rejecting newcomers, and to evaluate practitioners on individual merits, and not turn past unpleasant experiences into full-blown prejudice. For a sangha that reads Shantideva weekly, I ask how he would respond to a similar situation - with compassion and openness or aversion and blanket bans? For what it's worth, I am grateful for the difficult situation and the opportunity to practice remaining calm in the face of this . As a white male American, I don't typically feel excluded anywhere, so this situation gave me an opportunity to experience what others feel daily and experience compassion.
Kelly Cava
I’ve been going here since 2023. Rinpoche, Allison and Sangha have been incredibly kind and have never asked for anything. Thank you for all of the good memories and for accepting me into your community. It’s a blessing.
Edward Smutney
The community is helpful, dedicated to the dharma, and fun. The center is beautiful. And Anyen Rinpoche teaches with such clarity, humor, knowledge, experience, and compassion. Definitely worth a visit. Many visits!
Nancy Williams
Authentic teacher and teachings plus a warm and supportive group of people. Come and experience it for yourself. It's amazing.
Julian Lafaurie
Absolutely the best!
Patrick Groves
