Lama Samten and Ven. Lama Shedrup both give teachings publicly at the monastery, around New Zealand and overseas. The teaching programme at the monastery varies according to whether the Lamas are in residence. Every year for the month of August, the resident Lamas hold a ngondro retreat at the monastery. The retreat is dedicated to the preliminary practices, each person doing the practice they are up to.
People are welcome to attend any part of the retreat.