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San Diego, CA, 92122
858 431 9610
sandiego@diamondway.org

Diamond Way Buddhist Center San Diego belongs to an international non-profit network of over 600 lay Diamond Way Buddhist centers of the Karma Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism, founded by Lama Ole Nydahl and under the spiritual guidance of H.H. the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, Trinley Thaye Dorje.

Diamond Way Buddhism offers practical and effective methods to realize mind’s inherent richness for the benefit of all. With an accessible and modern style, it works with people’s confidence and desire, using every situation in life to develop fearlessness and joy. We always present a basic introduction for newcomers, and the meditations are guided in English.

Regular Program

We meet Thursdays at 7:30pm for a guided meditation session. No experience needed and no cost. If it's your first time we will give you a brief intro to Diamond Way Buddhism and happily answer any questions. Plan on about 1 hour total for the evening. Please call for location.


H.H. 16th Karmapa
Rangjung Rigpe Dorje


H.H. 17th Karmapa
Trinlay Thaye Dorje


Lama Ole Nydahl &
Hannah Nydahl