Dzogchen Beara

What Dzogchen Beara does

Dzogchen Beara is a Buddhist meditation and retreat centre located on the Beara Peninsula in Allihies, County Cork, Ireland. Founded in 1980 and operating as a registered charity (CHY9368; Charity Number 20023393) since 1992, it offers a programme of onsite retreats, online guided meditation sessions, grief support programmes, and contemplative end-of-life care training. The centre is a member of the One Rigpa international network of Buddhist centres and serves individual meditation practitioners, educators, family carers, and people experiencing grief and loss.

The centre delivers its services through a physical campus consisting of a newly inaugurated Temple (2025), a Spiritual Care Centre, onsite cottages and hostel accommodation, and a cafe/bookshop. Digital delivery is provided via Zoom-based online meditation sessions held twice weekly, streaming of special events through the Prajna online platform, and a website with an integrated BookingLayer reservation system. Core programmes include the Facing Loss, Healing Grief retreat, the Deep Listening Intensive, the Relax Refresh Reconnect educator retreat, Move to Meditate sessions, and the Authentic Presence Immersion end-of-life care training. Teaching draws on Tibetan Buddhist traditions including Dzogchen, Mahayana, and Vajrayana practices.

Commercially, Dzogchen Beara operates as a donation-dependent nonprofit. Revenue is generated through retreat and event fees (with sliding-scale concession pricing ranging from €15 per session to €525 for a five-day intensive), onsite accommodation, gift vouchers, and a Dana (generosity) donations programme. The Friends of Dzogchen Beara Fund aims to raise €390,000 annually to bridge the gap between operating income and costs. A network of 40+ local B&Bs and self-catering providers supplements onsite lodging for overflow demand, and the centre benefits from cross-promotion through the global Rigpa community and streaming partnerships such as the Sakya Friends collaboration.

Name

Dzogchen Beara

Legal name

Dzogchen Beara Trust

Website

https://dzogchenbeara.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Dzogchen Beara is an Irish Buddhist meditation and retreat charity operating since 1980 from its West Cork centre, offering onsite retreats, online meditation, grief support programmes, and contemplative care training to individual practitioners, educators, and caregivers worldwide via the One Rigpa network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Meditation and Spiritual Retreat Services

NAICS

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHSADAJAF

Meditation Retreats, Workshops & Immersive Programs

Home & Personal Services/Fitness, Wellness & Personal Training/Meditation, Mindfulness & Breathwork

SECONDARYTHAGAMAI

Holistic & Alternative Therapy Retreats (Naturopathy, Energy Work)

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Wellness, Spa & Health Retreats

SECONDARYTHAJAHAA

Yoga & Meditation Experiences (Studio Classes, Guided Meditation, Mindfulness)

Travel & Hospitality/Tours, Attractions & Experiences/Wellness & Spa Experiences (Retreats, Thermal Baths, Yoga)

SECONDARYTHAGAIAB

Wilderness & Backcountry Lodges (Remote/Off-Grid)

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Lodges (Nature, Safari, Wilderness)

Keywords

• Buddhist meditation retreats
• Contemplative wellness programmes
• Spiritual care services
• Mindfulness training
• End-of-life care training

Headquarters

HQ city

Allihies

HQ country

Ireland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The centre operates as a registered charity (CHY9368, Charity Number 20023393) reliant on donations. The Friends of Dzogchen Beara Fund aims to raise €390,000 annually to bridge the gap between income and operating costs. Regular monthly donations are particularly valued for financial planning stability.
2. Retreat and Event Fees: Revenue generated from retreat registrations including weekend programmes, intensive courses, and special events. Pricing varies by retreat type with standard rates and concession pricing for students, unwaged, and pensioners.
3. Onsite Accommodation: Revenue from on-site accommodation including cottages, hostel rooms, and the Family Room. Rooms are reserved for Spiritual Care Centre participants and cottage guests attending workshops.
4. Gift Vouchers and Cards: Gift vouchers redeemable against onsite accommodation or online/onsite events. Vouchers issued before 2026 have no expiry; those from 2026 onwards are valid for 5 years. Not redeemable at the Cafe or Bookshop.
5. Donation-based Events: Some events offered on Dana (generosity) basis, charging only to cover basic catering and administration costs. Attendees invited to make financial offerings according to their means with no obligation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Dzogchen Beara operates a Buddhist meditation and retreat centre on the Beara Peninsula in West Cork, Ireland, offering residential meditation retreats, online guided meditations, spiritual care and grief support programmes, contemplative end-of-life care training, and onsite accommodation (cottages, hostel, family rooms) within the One Rigpa international network. Programmes span beginner meditation through advanced Vajrayana teachings, with sliding-scale pricing and bursaries ensuring accessibility.

Product overview

Dzogchen Beara is a Buddhist Meditation and Retreat Centre offering a comprehensive range of spiritual programmes and wellness services. The centre provides onsite meditation retreats (including programmes like Facing Loss Healing Grief, Finding Self Compassion, Relax Refresh Reconnect, Deep Listening Intensive, and The Essence of Meditation), online guided meditation sessions via Zoom, and a Spiritual Care Centre for grief support and pastoral care. Additional offerings include onsite accommodation in cottages and hostel rooms, gift vouchers, and a charitable donations programme (Dana). The centre is a member of the One Rigpa worldwide network and has been a registered charity since 1992.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Onsite Meditation Retreats Residential meditation retreats held at the Dzogchen Beara Buddhist centre in West Cork, Ireland, offering guided meditation, teachings and accommodation in a serene natural setting overlooking Bantry Bay, for individuals seeking to deepen Buddhist practice.
• Online Guided Meditation Free virtual meditation sessions held via Zoom on Tuesday and Thursday mornings (9:15–10 AM), led by experienced Dzogchen Beara teachers; no fee applies and donations are welcome. Open to anyone globally.
• Relax, Refresh, Reconnect Retreat Three-day onsite retreat designed for educators, offering mindfulness and compassion practices, ikebana flower arranging, mindful walks and gentle movement to help teachers rest and reconnect with their purpose.
• Facing Loss, Healing Grief Programme Grief support retreat using meditation and reflections to help participants explore their relationship with sorrow, understand change and impermanence, and heal the pain of grief; includes a specialised programme for parents who have lost a child. Includes accommodation and vegetarian meals.
• Finding Self Compassion Retreat Weekend retreat teaching self-compassion practices grounded in Buddhist teachings, helping participants cultivate warmth and kindness towards themselves and develop resilience against self-criticism. Includes vegetarian lunches and light evening meals.
• Deep Listening Intensive Five-day experiential training in Awareness Centred Deep Listening, teaching transformational communication skills through embodied awareness, supportive presence and generating compassion for professionals in helping roles such as therapists and healthcare workers.
• The Essence of Meditation Retreat Weekend retreat providing practical guidance on meditation using calm abiding (shamatha) techniques, suitable for beginners and those seeking to refresh their practice.
• Awake Meditation Retreat Restorative meditation retreat for beginners and those wanting to boost their practice, focusing on dealing with anxiety, stress and distractions while staying grounded, spacious and kind.
• Steps to Freedom Retreat Weekend retreat exploring the progression of Buddhist teachings on transforming negative thoughts and emotions, covering ego, interdependence, karma and enlightenment, offered on a donation basis.
• Move to Meditate Mini retreat sessions featuring Kum Nye Tibetan yoga and meditation — simple movement and breathing exercises suitable for all ages and fitness levels, leading to greater stillness and meditative awareness. Priced at €15 per session.
• Why Meditate? Workshop Introductory workshop exploring the transformative power of meditation to discover inner peace and self-understanding, designed for newcomers.
• Loving Kindness Retreat Meditation retreat exploring loving kindness (metta) practices to reshape relationships with self and others, discovering the peaceful and naturally loving true nature of mind.
• Spiritual Care Centre Healing environment within the centre providing spiritual care support, including support breaks, grief counselling and pastoral care services for individuals facing difficulties, illness or loss; uses a compassionate non-medical model of spiritual care.
• Onsite Accommodation Onsite lodging options including cottages, hostel rooms and family rooms at the centre, offering visitors a peaceful retreat experience reserved for Spiritual Care Centre participants and cottage guests attending workshops.
• Gift Cards and Vouchers Gift vouchers redeemable against onsite accommodation and onsite/online events; pre-2026 vouchers carry no expiry and 2026+ cards are valid for five years; not redeemable at the cafe or bookshop.
• Dana (Generosity) Donations Programme Charitable donation programme supporting the centre's operating costs, retreats, teachings and financial assistance for those on low incomes; includes the Annual Fund and designated project funds; Irish taxpayers can claim 31% tax back on donations of €250+.
• Authentic Presence Immersion Skills training in contemplative-based end-of-life care for health professionals, spiritual care providers and volunteers, covering palliative care environments using contemplative methods.

Quantifiable outcome

• Mindfulness and compassion practices shown to reduce stress and increase resilience
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• RigpacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRigpa is an international network of Buddhist centres and groups based in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Dzogchen Beara is a member of the One Rigpa Network. Rigpa provides teacher training, study programmes, and global coordination for affiliated centres. Dzogchen Beara hosts Rigpa events, welcomes Rigpa students, and participates in the broader Rigpa community for teachings and empowerments.
• Local Accommodation Providers (40+ partners)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of local B&Bs, self-catering cottages, and camping sites in Allihies, Castletownbere, and surrounding areas within 5-25 minutes of Dzogchen Beara. Partners include Amergin Lodge B&B, Sea View B&B, Beara Holiday Homes, Allihies Holiday Cottages, and many others. These partnerships enable the centre to serve visitors when onsite accommodation is fully booked.
• Sakya FriendsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA voluntary group dedicated to sharing the Sakya teachings. Cooperated with Dzogchen Beara to stream empowerments from Their Holinesses Kyabgon Gongma Trichen Rinpoche and the 43rd Sakya Trizin to both Rigpa students and members of the Sakya community.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/DzogchenBeara
• Instagraminstagram.com/dzogchenbeara
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dzogchen-beara

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