Description:
Join us for a day of meditation focused on preparing the mind for the inevitability of the unpredictable. The world we encounter within and around us is at its deepest levels impermanent and unreliable. Each moment of experience can therefore lead to perfect peace or utter devastation depending on the capacity of the heart to bear and behold the nature of the world. Love without expectation and disenchantment without despair are qualities required along the spiritual path for the instability of life to be grasped and transcended. Of course courage, humility, patience, urgency and humor (among others) don't hurt either. We'll each be doing our best during this daylong retreat to be fully present with our life as it unfolds before us.

Please bring a water bottle and your own lunch.

In accordance with the ancient teachings of the Buddha, Jesse offers his teachings freely and accepts any dana (generosity), financial or otherwise, that students may offer in gratitude of the teachings and to support his livelihood. Jesse is a war tax resister and would prefer financial contributions in cash. If that is not possible a contribution can be made in his name to a number of non-profit organizations he likes to support. For more information on his position, go to http://dolessforpeace.org/bio/ or speak with him at the end of the retreat.

Cost: (USD)

$25

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Description:
This 16-day course, held in an environment of silence, is an opportunity to experience the depth of practice and resulting benefits that a longer retreat allows. It consists of two parts, Lovingkindness and Liberation of Mind and Heart.

The first part is a week-long metta, or lovingkindness, retreat which will provide the support needed to touch into the wordless depths of our own heart. There, we can experience its essential boundlessness and our capacity to love and embody kindness. Teachings and practices on compassion, joy in the happiness of others and equanimity will also be offered.

The second part, a nine-day insight meditation retreat, will explore the Buddha's teachings on liberation of mind and heart. Through learning to connect with our mind/body process with interest and acceptance, we develop greater understanding and compassion, thereby extending our ability to meet life's changes with graceful ease and serenity. With guidance and support from the teachers, participants will be encouraged to develop trust in their own practice.

All are welcome, whether for the full 16 days or for one part. An optional period of mindful yoga will offered daily by Éowyn Ahlstrom to deepen our ability to soften, relax and connect with our bodies.

Website:
http://www.dharma.org/ims/retreat_detail.php?id=256

Cost: (USD)

Description:
Vipassana Hawai'i is pleased to be offering a 10-day Vipassana meditation camping retreat with guiding teachers Steven Smith and Michele McDonald. Julie Seibt, yoga and movement teacher, will be leading mindful movement twice a day - designed to support the sitting and walking practices.

Enjoy the beautiful setting of the Kohala Coast while deepening your understanding of mindfulness as the intention to understand our experience rather than to judge and control it. Learn to develop a field of awareness that can be narrowed or broadened, that can incline toward clarity or compassion, depending on the needs of the circumstance. Grow in the ability to move with courage toward difficulty when mindfulness and equanimity are strong, and to infuse one's awareness with gentle care when the challenges seem overwhelming.

The practice is grounded firmly in the Theravada teachings of the Buddha and offered in the spirit of our times. All four foundations of mindfulness will be taught so that participants can access deeper levels of insight and peace.

This retreat is a wonderful opportunity to nourish and explore one’s being in the beautiful, natural surroundings of the big island of Hawai’i.

Beginning and experienced meditators are welcome at this retreat. No previous meditation experience is necessary.

Accommodations are rustic. Participants need to bring their own tents. Please note that as of 3/19/12 there are no more 2-3 person rental tents available. We have two very large, 6-person tents. If you would like to rent a large tent please contact us by email: information@vipassanahawaii.org



Cost: (USD)

$505

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Description:
This retreat is designed to provide an intensive environment for young people ages 14-19 to experience mindfulness meditation, mindful movement, and community - in an atmosphere of acceptance, support and kindness.

This six day camping retreat provides an opportunity for young people to cultivate self-love and acceptance, and to come into more alignment with who they truly are. With the help of an experienced and compassionate adult staff and beautiful surroundings, participants deepen their awareness of self, the world they live in, and the way they interact with others.

The retreat is based on the curriculum designed by iBme. You can read more about them at: www.ibme.info

Watch a YouTube video about a recent teen retreat on the mainland: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mznd78fGrog

The retreat will take place at the Hawai‟i Insight Meditation Center overlooking Hapu‟u Bay in North Kohala, Hawaii. Camping in the fresh open air of the 250 acre site on the Pacific Ocean, participants will enjoy great local food, hot showers, and the glorious climate and serenity of a tropical paradise. Tents may be rented for a nominal fee for travelers from off island. Separate camping areas for female and male participants, and one staff member for every two participants. Pickup/drop-off is available from the Kailua-Kona airport. Driving directions will be provided after registration.

After you register you will also receive an email from our staff containing the full retreat application. You must complete and return the application as well as your $50.00 deposit to guarantee your spot.

Full and partial scholarships are available. Please contact us for more information.

Cost: $375. A $50 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration. Financial aid available. Tents needed for camping. The fee to rent a tent is $50.

Website:
http://vipassanahawaii.org/flyers/Teen Retreat Flyer 2012.pdf

Cost: (USD)

$375	-	Event
$425	-	Event with tent rental
$50	-	Non-refundable deposit
$325	-	Retreat balance due

Description:
Unconditional Love, Wise Compassion, Empathetic Joy and Equanimity - the Immeasurables are meditations fusing innate spiritual emotions with intuitive wisdom of Vipassana.

The retreat days are spent in silent meditation and include group sitting periods alternating with walking meditation outdoors. In addition to individual interviews with the teachers, there is a nightly discourse from the teachings of the Buddha. To cultivate the meditation process, complete silence is maintained at all times throughout the retreat except during teacher interviews. No previous meditation experience is required to participate and the retreat is suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners.

Website:
http://www.vallecitos.org/events

Cost: (USD)

Description:
Woody Allen said 80% of life is just showing up. It takes courage, however, to show up and look at ourselves honestly and gently. In this traditional insight meditation retreat, we will draw on the ancient teachings of the Buddha to explore the courage required to show up for ourselves, be fully present, and face the places that scare us. We will learn the art of taking one’s courage in both hands and not retreating from pain and difficulties.

The retreat day is spent in silent meditation and includes group sitting periods alternating with walking meditation outdoors. In addition to individual interviews with the teachers, there is a nightly discourse from the teachings of the Buddha. To cultivate the meditation process, complete silence is maintained at all times throughout the retreat except during teacher interviews. No previous meditation experience is required to participate and the retreat is suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners.

Website:
http://www.vallecitos.org/events/event/courage-on-the-journey-of-awakening-insight-meditation-retreat

Cost: (USD)

Description:
This is our annual late summer retreat taught by Michele McDonald and Steven Smith.

During this retreat, we will explore the Buddha's teachings on liberation of mind and heart. Through learning to connect with our mind/body process with interest and acceptance, we develop greater understanding and compassion, thereby extending our ability to meet life's changes with graceful ease and serenity. With guidance from the teachers, participants will be encouraged to develop trust in their own practice.

Recognizing that friendliness and care support the heart and the deepening of understanding, the practices of lovingkindness, compassion, empathetic joy and equanimity will also be intricately woven into the retreat.

Palolo Zen Center provides dormitory accommodations in a beautiful, natural setting.





Cost: (USD)

$635

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Description:
Vipassana meditation (Insight or Mindfulness practice) is the moment-to-moment investigation of the mind / body process through calm and focused awareness. As insight deepens, wisdom and compassion arise.

This residential silent retreat is for beginning and experienced meditators. Meditation instruction is provided. Sitting and walking meditation sessions are alternated.

Website:
http://www.vipassanamettavancouver.org/

Cost: (USD)

$595

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Description:
The teachers will be offering Vipassana practice rooted in deepening our understanding of mindfulness as the intention to understand our experience rather than to judge and control it.

Learn to develop a field of awareness that can be narrowed or broadened, that can incline toward clarity or compassion, depending on the needs of the circumstance. Learn to move with courage toward difficulty when mindfulness and equanimity are strong, and to infuse one's awareness with gentle care when the challenges seem overwhelming.

The practice is grounded firmly in the Theravada teachings of the Buddha and offered in the spirit of our times. All four foundations of mindfulness will be taught so that yogis can access deeper levels of insight and peace.

Website:
http://www.truenorthinsight.org/

Cost: (USD)

$730	-	Event
$810	-	Event
$890	-	Event

Description:
Steven Smith is a founder of Vipassanā Hawaii, and of the Kyaswa Valley Retreat Center and the MettaDana health and education project in Burma. Steven has practised and studied vipassanā as a monk and layperson for more than 30 years and is anchored in the Theravādan tradition of S.E. Asia. He teaches worldwide.

This retreat is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced meditators. Arrive on Friday 12 October from 5.30 p.m. onwards for a 7.30 p.m. start. Finish with lunch on Sunday 21 October at 12.30 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE that participants for this retreat will be selected by BALLOT. To be included in the ballot for this retreat, please register by 3 September.

Code: SS2-12

Cost includes airfare supplement of $275. Costs quoted here and below are in Australian dollars.

Website:
http://www.meditation.asn.au/index.html

Cost: (USD)

$815

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Description:
A Thanksgiving mindfulness meditation retreat led by Vipassana Hawai'i founder and guiding teacher Steven Smith. This retreat is suitable for meditators of all experience levels.

Non-residential rates are also available.






Cost: (USD)

$225	-	Residential
$190	-	Non-residential

Description:
This is our annual retreat that takes place for three weeks every January. We are actively working to finalize the dates for the 2013 retreat.

Our system does not allow us to post an event without a date. Please note that the dates that are listed here are only approximate and based on past history. Please do not make your final travel plans for 2013 based on these dates!

If you are interested in getting more information, please go to our Contact page on this website and send us an email. We will contact you when the dates are finalized. Thank you for your interest.

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