About Lama Drimed Lodro

Lama Drimed Lodro Rinpoche, born in Tibet, began his Buddhist studies at twelve under Galo Rinpoche. At fifteen, he entered the Sertha Larung Five Sciences Buddhist Academy, studying for fourteen years under H.H. Jigme Phuntsok Rinpoche and earning a Khenpo’s degree. He received extensive teachings and empowerments from renowned masters including H.H. Jigme Phuntsok Rinpoche, H.H. Penor Rinpoche, and Ven. Yangthang Rinpoche. In 2003, he moved to the U.S., founded the Shensem Tsogpa Tibetan Cultural Center and Dechen Rang Dharma Center, and continues to teach and lead Vajrayana practices at Orgyen Dorje Den in Alameda, California.
Lama Drimed Lodro Rinpoche, born in Tibet, began his Buddhist studies at twelve under Galo Rinpoche. At fifteen, he entered the Sertha Larung Five Sciences Buddhist Academy, studying for fourteen years under H.H. Jigme Phuntsok Rinpoche and earning a Khenpo’s degree. He received extensive teachings and empowerments from renowned masters including H.H. Jigme Phuntsok Rinpoche, H.H. Penor Rinpoche, and Ven. Yangthang Rinpoche. In 2003, he moved to the U.S., founded the Shensem Tsogpa Tibetan Cultural Center and Dechen Rang Dharma Center, and continues to teach and lead Vajrayana practices at Orgyen Dorje Den in Alameda, California.