Dr. Reginald “Reggie” Ray is the co-founder and Spiritual Director of the Dharma Ocean Foundation, an organization devoted to the unfolding of the somatic teachings of Tibetan Tantra. As a lineage holder in the tradition of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, he brings a rare combination of deep practice, scholarly insight, and lived experience to his teaching. His work reflects decades of study and transmission within the Buddhist tradition, shaped by both academic rigor and contemplative practice.
Reggie is the author of numerous books, audio courses, and online series, and his teachings continue to support those exploring meditation, embodiment, and spiritual development. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Chicago Divinity School in the History of Religions and co-founded the Religious Studies program at Naropa University with Chögyam Trungpa. There, he taught for more than 30 years, helping to shape generations of students and practitioners.