
Lienchi (LC) Tran
Raised in a Mahayana Buddhist family in Vietnam, Lienchi Tran discovered meditation in 1984, inspired by the teachings of Thay Thich Nhat Hanh. Her journey deepened in 1992 when she attended a retreat with Bhante Khippapanno, leading her to ordain and fully immerse herself in Theravada Buddhism. In 1998, she continued her training in Burma under Sayadaw U Pandita, and in 2003, she found her path profoundly shaped by her primary teacher, Sayadaw U Tejaniya, who encouraged mindfulness as a natural
part of daily life.
After transitioning from monastic life, Lienchi returned to her career as an architect, weaving mindfulness into both her work and everyday experiences. Encouraged by her teachers, she began sharing meditation in 2017 and later completed the Four-Year Teacher Training at IMC/IRC with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella.
Today, Lienchi shares the Dharma with warmth and compassion, supporting others as they cultivate understanding and mindfulness in their lives. She is dedicated to making mindfulness accessible and meaningful, guiding others with warmth and clarity as they deepen their practice.
More information about Lienchi on Lienchitran.org.
Category: Insight LA
Upcoming Programs by Lienchi (LC) Tran

When Awareness Becomes Natural: a Sayadaw U Tejaniya Practice Style Retreat
Also With Stephanie Curran
This retreat welcomes both beginners and experienced meditators. Registration for this retreat closes on July 26th, 2025 at 11:59pm Pacific Time. If looking to join after this date, please inquire at guestservices@bigbearretreatcenter.org. In this 9-day retreat, we will explore Vipassana meditation in the practice style of Sayadaw U Tejaniya. Sayadaw’s approach is free from rigid […]

Dharma Dharma: The Unfolding of Nature
Camping - A Monastic Practice in Nature A retreat offered in the Thai forest tradition. Participants must submit an application, interview with the teacher, and be approved to attend. Registration closes August 1st at 11:59pm Pacific Time. “Dharma” means nature, and this retreat will encourage yogis to explore their own nature (body and mind) while […]

Dharma Dharma: The Unfolding of Nature (approved registrations only)
Camping - A Monastic Practice in Nature A retreat offered in the Thai forest tradition. Participants must submit an application, interview with the teacher, and be approved to attend. Registration closes August 1st at 11:59pm Pacific Time. “Dharma” means nature, and this retreat will encourage yogis to explore their own nature (body and mind) while […]