Tulku Lobsang Rinpoche founded this Wisdom Sword Practice.
Rooted in Buddhist principles, it is a moving meditation with a sword. This powerful technique harnesses our inner power, bringing us swiftly into the present moment.
While it is a dynamic, fast practice, at its heart, Tog Chöd is a mental training.
There is no enemy outside ourselves. The only enemy we fight in Tog Chöd is our negative emotions, which we slay with every slice of our sword.
With this practice, you will learn how to calm and clear the mind, cease distracting and self-limiting thoughts, and tap into your inner power. The result is courage and confidence and clarity to make good decisions for a good life.
Plus, it’s really fun!
Tulku Lobsang, pioneer of Tog Chöd
What You Receive
Learn the dynamic forms of Tulku Lobsang’s Tog Chöd practice.
Receive a wooden sword to practice with at the retreat, with an option to purchase.
Understand the Buddhist principles and philosophy that inform the rich context of this practice.
Experience the Lu Jong Five Elements Movements, to open the spine and energize the body.
Discover the power of mantras for deep relaxation and toning the nervous system.
Harness the power of the breath and learn techniques for breath retention.
Have fun, while you connect with your body, the deep nature of your mind, and a great group of people.
The Synergia Dome, where we will be swinging our swords!
Location
About Synergia Ranch
Located 30 minutes from the center of historic Santa Fe and 45 minutes drive from Albuquerque, Synergia Ranch is set on 111 acres of high desert prairie, dotted with pinon and juniper trees. Explore the organic garden or walk through the orchard or many hiking trails through the quiet desert landscape.
This Center of Innovation and Research was founded by John Allen, who hand built the magnificent geodesic dome, where we will be doing our sword practice.
Meals and Accommodations
3 meals per full day are included in the retreat cost. Omnivore and vegetarian options are available. Please communicate with us about any other food allergies or requests.
Take Hwy 14 south toward Madrid (either from the I-25 exit or as a continuation of Cerrillos Rd.). About 1 1/2 mi. S from I-25, you’ll cross Hwy 599, where there’s an Allsups store and a gas station. Keep going. About 6.8 miles further south, you’ll come to a minor crossroad labeled as County Road 44 to the left, and County Road 45 to the right. Turn RIGHT on County Road 45 (to the West). This road is also called Bonanza Creek Rd. If you pass by the Lone Butte County Store, you’ve just missed the turn. Go back a few hundred yards and you’ll see it. From the turn-off onto County Road 45, go 1.5 miles until the road makes a sweeping curve to the right. DON’t follow that curve — instead, go straight ahead on the dirt road labeled Silver Hills Road. About 100 yards further, there’s a dirt drive to the left labeled Synergia Road. You have arrived!
From Albuquerque
Take I-25 north, and go 42 miles to Exit 271 to La Cienega. Jog to the right, then turn Right to get onto the frontage road paralleling I-25 going back south. Continue 1 mile on the frontage road to the turn-off for County Road 45 (also called Bonanza Creek Road). Turn Left here, heading east. The signs there direct you to Los Cerrillos, Bonanza Creek, and Rancho Allegre. Just over 5 miles on the fourth major bend going to the left, DO NOT continue around the bend. Instead, look for the dirt road heading to the right from the bend in the road. Go right (west) there onto Silver Hills Road. You’re almost there! About 300 yards further, look for Synergia Road on the your left. You have arrived!
If lost, call (505) 471-2573 or Cell Phone (505) 690-8541
If it is necessary to cancel your participation in this retreat, there is a $75 non-refundable registration fee.
The remaining amount above $75 is refundable until 21 days before the start of the retreat.
If canceling within less than 21 days before start of the retreat, 50% of the full value is non-refundable and the other 50% may be applied toward any future Tibetan Healing Movement event.
About Your Teacher
Farrah Garan has dedicated her life to spreading the deep wisdom of the Tibetan healing arts. Her aim is to make these simple—but powerfully effective—practices widely known so that many may benefit.
Farrah first learned Lu Jong in 2002 and has developed a deep love for it and the other Tantrayana practices she has received from Tulku Lobsang, including Tsa Lung, Tog Chöd and Tummo. Again and again, she experiences in herself and witnesses in her students the vitality, clarity and joy that is a benefit of these profound methods.
Read what others have said about Farrah's teachings on the Testimonials page.
