The Five Wisdoms of Tantric Buddhism

The Five Wisdom Energies, also known as the Five Buddha Families, are rooted in the teachings of Tantric Buddhism. They offer a framework for understanding how we express our inherent nature, experience the world, and relate to others.

This introductory course offers an accessible entry point into these profound teachings developed through the lineage of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche. Each wisdom — simple presence, insightful clarity, abundant resourcefulness, passionate engagement, and skillful action — illuminates a distinct facet of human consciousness and lived experience. Each of us carries a combination of these energies — a mix that is entirely our own. When they manifest as wisdom, they illuminate and enliven everything we touch. When confused or out of balance, they quietly shape our struggles.

Over four Sunday sessions, you’ll move from concept into lived experience: explore the energetic dimensions of your experience, recognize personal energy patterns, see where you shine, work with the places you get stuck, and learn how even your most challenging emotions point toward inherent brilliance.

This course is designed for those who:
Are curious about the Five Wisdoms and want a grounded, experiential introduction
Seek to understand Tantric Buddhism in an accessible, contemporary way
Want to explore personal growth through embodied and contemplative practice
Wish to bring greater awareness and skillfulness to everyday life

September 6, 13, 20, 27

Course Reading
Unfolding the Mystery of Your Life on the Five Wisdoms Path

Irini Rockwell, MA, is the founder of the Five Wisdoms Institute and a pioneering teacher in the field of human development. Drawing on her roots as a dancer and her training in Contemplative Psychotherapy, Irini brings decades of experience in translating the profound teachings of Vajrayana Buddhism into accessible, embodied tools for transformation.
For over 40 years, she has taught internationally, guiding professionals, seekers, and leaders through trainings, retreats, and mentorship. Her books—The Five Wisdom Energies, Natural Brilliance, and Unfolding the Mystery of Your Life—have inspired thousands to explore their inner life with greater depth and clarity. A longtime student of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche and Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche, Irini offers a rare integration of ancient wisdom and modern insight.