Shamata Meditation Retreat (1-3 July 2016)

Conducted by : Lama Tashi (Includes explanation and practices)

Shamata and Vipasyana meditations are the foundation of Buddhist practices. No matter in which Vehicle, you still have to practice meditation. Only with philosophical understanding or other practices, but without experiences and foundation gained in meditation, Enlightenment cannot be reached.

Time:

1 July   09:00 to 21:00  (Arrive at centre at 08:30)

(Stay overnight at the Centre or at home. Return to the centre at 08:30 on the following day)

2 July   09:00 to 21:00   (Arrive at centre at 08:30)

(Stay overnight at the Centre or at home. Return to the centre at 08:30 on the following day)

3 July   09:00 to 18:00   (Arrive at centre at 08:30)

Cost:

3-day retreat: $300 per person

2-day retreat (1+2 July) : $200 per person

Vegetarian lunch and snacks will be provided to all participants. Vegetarian breakfast will be provided to people who stay overnight at the centre.

Registration:

Only vacancies for 30 participants.            Deadline: 25 June 2016.

Please contact the office to enquire about vacancies and pay on or before the deadline. Payment should be made as follows:

Payable to: New Horizon Buddhist Association Ltd

Bank account: HSBC 601-024367-001

Daily Schedule:

08:00-09:00

 

Breakfast 2+3 July for participants who stay overnight
09:00 – 13:00 Instruction and practice 10 minutes rest every hour
13:00 – 14:30 Vegetarian lunch
14:30 – 18:30 Practice 10 minutes rest every hour
18:30 – 19:00 Vegetarian snacks
19:00 – 21:00 Practice 10 minutes rest every hour
21:00 Rest Stay overnight in the centre or at home

Other details:

  • Please bring your own sleeping bags and toiletries.
  • If convenient, please also bring your own cups, bowls and cutlery.
  • Refrain from talking, using phone and computers even if you return home at night.