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Events and Retreats - 2018
We are excited to be hosting the following events.* * Note that we publicise the details of our multi-day annual retreats, and take bookings, approximately 3 - 4 months prior to each retreat. Stay in touch with details as they are publicised via our regular e-newsletters (subscribe via this website, top right of each page), this website, and our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/melbourneinsightmeditation.org/ * Please note that our retreats book out quickly, so do register early. We are unable to take bookings or expressions of interest prior to notification. JUNE
"Enough" - Annual 4 day silent meditation retreat with Jess Huon Friday 29th June - Tuesday 3rd July 2018, Kallara, Strathbogie Ranges During this retreat we will be slowing down, refining sensitivity and giving attention to the life that moves in and around us. In this manner we will be fostering friendliness and interest towards our own experience. There will be an opportunity to open our eyes to habits of compulsivity that keep our heads buzzing and our feet moving fast, as if life is happening somewhere else. We will utilize methods, not as something to impose on ourselves, but rather as artful processes that can allow us to trust, un-grip and relax. These practices encourage us to not ‘miss out’ on the richness of this moment. Fresh, liberating insight and inner warmth is then given the space to arise. Teachings will be grounded in Buddhist foundational practices, the facilitators’ direct experience, metta heart practices, and the poetic and literary traditions. Guidance and support will be offered through meditation instruction, relaxation practices, connected movement classes, one-to-one interviews, group discussion, dharma talks, and meditative singing. For more information about Jess, visit www.jesshuon.com Venue Kallara Conference Centre, Boho South, Strathbogie Ranges, Victoria Retreat fees $395 + dana for Jess's teaching Registrations & enquiries Important Retreat Information and Cancellation Policy - please read this before making a booking or an inquiry. Registrations are essential - spaces are limited Click here to book the retreat Download flyer If you have any questions contact Emma - insightretreats@hotmail.com JULY & AUGUST
"A day of Insight Meditation" - One day meditation retreat with Anton Eastick Sunday 15th July 2018, Kagyu E-Vam Institute, Carlton In this traditional Insight Meditation (Vipassana) day, the emphasis is on quieting the mind and opening the heart, cultivating a calm mind and a kind heart towards ourselves and others. As we practice, we incline ourselves towards a more easeful relationship with life, regardless of our circumstances. Instructions will be given for both sitting and walking meditation. Throughout the day there will be time given for questions, discussion and a Dharma talk. Although this day is designed for beginners, it is open to anyone from beginners to experienced. Maybe you'd just like to come along for a practice day? Please do. Venue E-Vam Institute, 637 Lygon St, Carlton North Time 10.00am - 5.00pm Cost $30 + dana for Anton's teaching Bookings & Enquiries iwww.thedharmapath.com.au Download flyer Supported solitary retreat 2018 - One month meditation retreat (or 15-day option) With Subhana Barzaghi, Ellen Davison, Victor von der Heyde, Mal Huxter, Kirsten Kratz & Christine Thompson Monday 30th July - Wednesday 29th August 2018, or first or second half of the month; Kallara, Strathbogie Ranges PLEASE NOTE: THIS RETREAT HAS UNFORTUNATELY BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO INSUFFICIENT BOOKINGS. We are pleased to offer, for the first time in Australia, this supported solitary retreat, providing a valuable opportunity for experienced meditators to engage in a longer period of intensive personal practice, in the company of others. This will be the first of its kind in the country, and offered to support the broader Australia-wide Insight Meditation community. The solitary retreat will be supported by on-site and remote teachers, who will offer participants two interivews, either face-to-face or by Skype, each week throughout the retreat. Participants will set their own retreat schedule. The retreat will be held in silence. NOTE: Victor von der Heyde and Christine Thompson will both be on site now for the full month. Venue Kallara Conference Centre, Boho South, Strathbogie Ranges, Victoria Cost For the full month: $1,980; + dana for interviewing teacher For 15 days only: $1,000; + dana for interviewing teacher Download flyer SEPTEMBER
3 day silent meditation retreat with Anton Eastick Thursday 6th September - Sunday 9th September 2018, Kallara, Strathbogie Ranges This retreat will explore the classical teachings of Insight Meditation (Vipassana) and is suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators. For beginners, there will be a group so you will be able to ask questions and receive meditation guidance based on what is right for you. Daily there will be meditation instructions, guided meditations, talks, walking, chanting, sitting meditation and a yoga period. There will also be times for personal interviews and possibly small groups. Venue Kallara Conference Centre, Boho South, Strathbogie Ranges, Victoria Cost $390; + dana for Anton's teaching Registrations & Enquiries www.thedharmapath.com.au OCTOBER
Annual seven day silent meditation retreat with Carol Perry & Angela McGee Friday 19th October - Friday 26th October 2018, Kallara, Strathbogie Ranges Bookings for this retreat will be opening in July |
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