Festival Teachers
Empowerment & Teachings
Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab is the principal teacher of the US Festival 2026. He is a retired General Spiritual Director of the NKT-IKBU, and the Resident Teacher of Tara International Kadampa Retreat Centre in the UK.
Gen-la has trained closely with Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than forty years. His humility and pure example reflect his many years of reliance on his Spiritual Guide. An internationally renowned Teacher, he is greatly admired as a sincere practitioner and a powerful Teacher. He is also well-known for his wisdom and deep understanding of Buddha's teachings, and for his pure example of compassion and loving-kindness.
Introduction: Gen Kelsang Gomlam
Gen Kelsang Gomlam is the Western US National Spiritual Director and the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center Colorado in Denver, CO. Gen Gomlam’s heartfelt and practical teachings are presented with warmth and humor, making them accessible to everyone. Through her loving kindness, sincere concern for others, and deep understanding of Buddha’s teachings, Gen Gomlam provides an inspiring example of someone who has taken Buddha’s teachings to heart.
Meditations: Kadam Rebecca Gauthier
Kadam Rebecca Gauthier is the Resident Teacher of Tushita Kadampa Meditation Center in Thousand Oaks, CA. Her heartfelt teachings are presented with clarity and humor that make them accessible to everyone. Through her kindness, humility and deep understanding of Buddha’s teachings, Kadam Rebecca provides an inspiring example of a contemporary Buddhist practitioner we can follow.
Retreat: Kadam Kyle Davis
Kadam Kyle Davis is the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center Brooklyn. His joyful and sincere example in daily life, and his clear and practical approach to the teachings have inspired many people in their spiritual lives. He is skilled at helping everyone make Buddha’s teachings and meditations come alive in our daily life to help both ourselves and everyone around us.
