6 Hours

Mindfulness is the key to a happy life. Negative thoughts and past traumas can weigh us down with stress, anxiety, sadness, and suffering. But by focusing on the present moment, you can break free from their grip. Our Day-Long Retreat offers valuable guidance on cultivating mindfulness and practical tips to release limiting beliefs, overcome depression, and transform your life.

Time Table

  • 9:00 - 9:30 introduction.
  • 9:30-10:00 loving kindenes meditation.
  • 10:00-10:15 Short break with Snacks
  • 10:15-11:00 Breathing meditation
  • 11:00-12:00 Lunch Break.
  • 12:00-12:30 Q&A Session
  • 12:30-01:15- Walking meditation
  • 1:45-02:00- Snak break
  • 2:00-02:45 Vipassana meditation and waling meditation, The day-long retreat will conclude at 2:45-3:00 pm, featuring a merits sharing session, where participants can reflect on their experiences and insights gained, and mark the completion of the program
Buddha statue

Buddhist teachings of mindfulness, including contemplating of the body, sensation, the mind and Dhama.

Meditating by the lake

The practice of loving kindness and compassion, foresting a sense of harmony and wellbeing.

Skill levels

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Tailored to your unique circumstances and goals, our compassionate and wise monks will offer personalized guidance, support, and profound insights, accompanying you every step of the way on this transformative journey.

Benefits

  • Reduces stress and anxiety: Meditation has been shown to decrease the production of stress hormones like cortisol, leading to a sense of calm and relaxation.
  • Improves sleep: Regular meditation can help improve sleep quality and duration by promoting relaxation and reducing stress.
  • Boosts mood: Meditation can increase the production of neurotransmitters like serotonin, which can help improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression.
  • Improves focus and concentration: Meditation can improve attention and focus by training the mind to stay present and aware.
  • Enhances self-awareness: Meditation can help increase self-awareness, allowing you to better understand your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
  • Lowers blood pressure: Regular meditation has been shown to lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.
  • Improves emotional regulation: Meditation can help you better manage emotions and respond to challenging situations in a more mindful way.
  • Increases gray matter: Meditation has been shown to increase gray matter in areas of the brain associated with attention, emotion regulation, and memory.
  • May slow aging: Meditation has been shown to increase telomerase activity, which can help protect against cellular aging.
  • Increases feelings of compassion and empathy: Meditation can increase feelings of compassion, empathy, and connection to others.

Lunch Menu

  • Plain rice
  • Vegetable rice
  • Roasted chicken
  • Macaroni
  • Spaghetti
  • Pasta
  • Vegetable salad
  • Cake
  • Yogurt
  • Fruits
  • If you prefer, you could bring your own lunch

Terms and conditions

  • Health and Medical Conditions: If you have any health or medical conditions, please consult with your physician to determine if the retreat is suitable for you. Please inform the retreat organizers of any health or medical conditions when signing up and at the beginning of the retreat. Be sure to bring any medications you regularly take when attending the retreat.
  • Code of Conduct: We expect all attendees to treat others and the retreat environment with respect. Any disruptive or disrespectful behavior may result in being asked to leave the retreat.
  • Liability and Waiver: By participating in the retreat, you acknowledge the physical activities involved and assume all associated risks. You are responsible for your own safety and well-being during the retreat. You release the retreat organizers, instructors, and hosts from any liability for injuries or harm that may occur.
  • Photography and Media: Please note that the retreat organizers may take photographs or videos during the retreat for educational purposes and social media. By attending the retreat, you grant permission to use your likeness and photographs for such purposes.
  • Please be advised that food prepared by our devotees may contain or come into contact with milk, eggs, soybeans, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish. Food is offered voluntarily as a practice of generosity. If you have any food allergies, please bring your own food.

Ticket Cancellation Policy

We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, but we have a limited capacity for our meditation classes. To ensure fairness and maintain the integrity of our programs, we have the following policy:

  • Registration is binding, and we encourage you to carefully consider your commitment before signing up.
  • If you cannot attend a class, please notify us as soon as possible.
  • We do not offer refunds or credits for cancellations or no-shows.
  • If a registered participant cancels, we will attempt to fill the spot from our waitlist.
  • If the spot is filled, we will offer the opportunity to transfer to a future class (subject to availability).
  • If the spot remains unfilled, we will not provide a refund or credit.

By registering for our meditation class, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this cancellation policy.

Rationale

This policy ensures that our limited spots are not left unfilled, which would deprive others of the opportunity to participate. We strive to create a committed and dedicated community, and this policy supports that goal.