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SUMMARY:Retreat in Georgia | Insights into Emptiness
DESCRIPTION:Insights into Emptiness: Meditations on the Six Senses\nA 10-day meditation retreat with Shaila Catherine\nNovember 7 – 17\, 2024\nat Calvin Center\, 13550 Woolsey Road\, Hampton\, GA 30228\n(near Atlanta\, GA)\n \nThe retreat begins with registration from 2:30 – 4:00 pm on Nov 7. The retreat ends around noon\, before lunch on November 17. \nPartial attendance may be possible\, but it must begin on the first day of the retreat and priority will be given to those registering for the full retreat. \nThis retreat will develop insight meditation practices using the structure of the six sense bases. \nWe will cultivate mindfulness of sensory experience\, and contemplate the impermanence\, unsatisfactoriness\, and not-self characteristics in contact with seeing\, hearing\, smelling\, tasting\, touching\, and mental activities. By clearly seeing the emptiness of lived phenomena\, habitual patterns fall away\, the causes of suffering cease\, and there can be a genuine awakening—a realization of nibbana. \nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, and teacher consultations. It is intended for meditators who are already familiar with mindfulness based practice\, and have previously attended at least one week long silent residential insight meditation retreat. \nSITE FEATURES: This retreat will be held at the Calvin Center in Georgia. It is a lovely and quiet retreat center in the country side that boasts a small lake and opportunities for canoeing when weather permits. It is conveniently situated about 45-minutes from Atlanta’s airport. You will enjoy the benefits of natural beauty\, a spacious meditation hall\, comfortable accommodations\, delicious meals\, access to walking trails\, and the chance for mindful canoeing. \nCOVID PRECAUTIONS: Please read our page on COVID Measures and Compliance Requirements. This will explain  the measures we are taking to prevent the spread of illness\, and the actions that will be required of retreat participants. \nRegister now! Space is limited. \nParticipants who are traveling from afar might need to check flight times carefully\, and if necessary arrange to stay in a hotel the night before the retreat. Early-arrival accommodations are not available at this retreat center\, and we must depart shortly after noon on the closing day. \nTO REGISTER: Please use the online form at the link below to submit your registration and waiver forms. \n\nRegistration Form: https://staging.imsb.org/form-calvin2024/\n\nThis form will take approximately 20 minutes to fill out. Upon completion of the form you will receive an email with details for completing your payment. You have the option of paying the non-refundable deposit of $250 or the full retreat payment either by mailing a check to the registrar or by making a Zelle bank transfer. The address and account information for making this payment will be included in the registration confirmation email. \n\nDetails of our cancellation policy are on the registration form. \n\nThe retreat facility is somewhat handicapped accessible. Accommodations include comfortable hotel-style rooms with ensuite baths\, and dorm-style cabins and lodges. See the application form for accommodation details. \nCOST: 10 nights (includes accommodation and meals)\, plus a donation to the teachers at the end of retreat. \n\nFull retreat for single occupancy: 10 nights is $3\,000 – $2\,200 sliding scale (estimated actual cost for single is $2500)\nDouble occupancy sliding scale: $2500 – $1900 (estimated actual cost for double occupancy is $2200)\n\nFee covers only accommodations\, food\, and basic administrative expenses. There will be an opportunity at the end of the retreat to make a donation to the teacher. \nThe estimated actual per-person cost if we had used a fixed rate is $2500 for a single room\, and  $2200 for a shared room. By selecting an amount above the estimated actual cost\, your generosity supports those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. Selecting an amount below the estimated actual cost is equivalent to receiving a partial scholarship. \nThe sliding scale will allow most scholarship needs to be self-managed. If you need additional scholarship support to attend\, consider applying for a scholarship through https://opendharmafoundation.org\, or contact our registrar for assistance through IMSB/Bodhi-Retreats. \nPARTIAL ATTENDANCE may be arranged for a stay of at least 3 nights\, but must begin on the first day of retreat\, and priority is given to full retreat participants. We strongly encourage attendance at the full retreat. Applicants for partial attendance will be placed on a wait list which will be reviewed approximately 2 months prior to the retreat. We cannot guarantee single rooms for partial attendees. You may contact the registrar to determine if single rooms for partial attendance are available approximately two months prior to the retreat. \nThe rates for partial attendance below are listed as single occupancy. The mid-point on each sliding scale is our estimated actual cost. Take 18% off any point on the sliding scale for double accommodations. \n\n3 nights is $1100 – $900 sliding scale\n4 nights is $1\,300 – $1100 sliding scale\n5 nights is $1\,600 – $1300 sliding scale\n6 nights is $1\,900 – $1500 sliding scale\n7-9 nights is same as full retreat: single $3000 – $2200 sliding scale\n\nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teacher at the end of the retreat. \nQUESTIONS?: meditation1bodhicourses \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://staging.imsb.org/event/calvin2024/
LOCATION:Calvin Center\, 13550 Woolsey Road\, Hampton\, GA\, 30228
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Open for Registration,Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:Retreat in Georgia: Concentration\, Jhana\, and the Breath
DESCRIPTION:Concentration\, Jhana\, and the Breath\nA 10-day meditation retreat with Shaila Catherine\nMonday\, October 23 – Thursday November 2\, 2023\nat Calvin Center\, 13550 Woolsey Road\, Hampton\, GA 30228\n(near Atlanta\, GA) \nThe retreat begins with registration from 2:30 – 4:00 pm on Monday\, October 23. The retreat ends with lunch on Thursday\,  November 2. \nPartial attendance may be possible\, but it must begin on the first day of the retreat and priority will be given to those registering for the full retreat. \nThis retreat will follow the approach to deepening concentration and attaining the absorption states of jhāna as described in Shaila Catherine’s first book\, Focused and Fearless. Instructions will use the breath as the primary meditation object and will encourage the development of meditative skills that lead to deep concentration (samādhi) and clear insight (vipassanā). Daily group instructions will guide participants to efficiently overcome hindrances\, cultivate the jhāna factors\, develop skill in the meditation object\, apply balanced effort\, and learn how to enter\, emerge\, and master the jhāna attainments. Meetings with the teacher in small groups and one-on-one dialogs will tailor the practices to meet the needs and interests of individual students. Participants who have previously attained the four jhānas on retreat with Shaila may further develop their samādhi with jhāna practices based on the body\, the kasinas\, and formless perceptions. \nThis retreat offers a special opportunity to train in concentration and jhāna practices with personal guidance from Shaila Catherine. It is one of the very few retreats each year in which Shaila systematically guides students to establish the four jhānas. See our Concentration and Jhana FAQ page for more information about developing concentration and the absorption states of jhāna. \nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, and teacher consultations. It is intended for meditators who are already familiar with mindfulness based practice\, and have previously attended at least one week long silent residential insight meditation retreat. \nPrior to the retreat\, please read the first half of Focused and Fearless by Shaila Catherine. \nSITE FEATURES: This retreat will be held at the Calvin Center in Georgia. It is a lovely and quiet retreat center in the country side that boasts a small lake and opportunities for canoeing. It is conveniently situated less than 30-minutes from Atlanta’s airport. You will enjoy the benefits of natural beauty\, a spacious meditation hall\, comfortable accommodations\, delicious meals\, access to walking trails\, and the chance for mindful canoeing. \nCOVID PRECAUTIONS: Please read our page on COVID Measures and Compliance Requirements. This will explain  the measures we are taking to prevent the spread of illness\, and the actions that will be required of retreat participants. \nRegister now! Space is limited. \nParticipants who are traveling from afar might need to check flight times carefully\, and if necessary arrange to stay in a hotel the night before the retreat. Early-arrival accommodations are not available at this retreat center\, and we must depart shortly after lunch on the closing day. \nTO REGISTER: Please use the online form at the link below to submit your registration and waiver forms. \n\nRegistration Form: https://staging.imsb.org/form-calvin2023/\n\nThis form will take approximately 20 minutes to fill out. Upon completion of the form you will receive an email with details for completing your payment. You have the option of paying the non-refundable deposit of $250 or the full retreat payment either by mailing a check to the registrar or by making a Zelle bank transfer. The address and account information for making this payment will be included in the registration confirmation email. \n\nDetails of our cancellation policy are on the registration form. \n\nThe retreat facility is somewhat handicapped accessible. Accommodations include comfortable hotel-style rooms with ensuite baths\, and a few dorm-style cabins. See the application form for accommodation details. \nCOST: 10 nights (includes accommodation and meals)\, plus a donation to the teachers at the end of retreat. \nDue to precautions regarding the spread of COVID-19\, most participants will need to select the single room option and a rate along the single room sliding scale.  \n\nFull retreat for single occupancy: 10 nights is $3\,000 – $2\,200 sliding scale (estimated actual cost for single is $2500)\nDouble occupancy sliding scale: $2500 – $1900 (estimated actual cost for double occupancy is $2200)\n\nFee covers only accommodations\, food\, and basic administrative expenses. There will be an opportunity at the end of the retreat to make a donation to the teacher. \nThe estimated actual per-person cost if we had used a fixed rate is $2500 for a single room\, and  $2200 for a shared room. By selecting an amount above the estimated actual cost\, your generosity supports those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. Selecting an amount below the estimated actual cost is equivalent to receiving a partial scholarship. \nThe sliding scale will allow most scholarship needs to be self-managed. If you need additional scholarship support to attend\, consider applying for a scholarship through https://opendharmafoundation.org\, or contact our registrar for assistance through IMSB/Bodhi-Retreats. \nPARTIAL ATTENDANCE may be arranged for a stay of at least 3 nights\, but must begin on the first day of retreat\, and priority is given to full retreat participants. We strongly encourage attendance at the full retreat. Applicants for partial attendance will be placed on a wait list which will be reviewed approximately 2 months prior to the retreat. We cannot guarantee single rooms for partial attendees. You may contact the registrar to determine if single rooms for partial attendance are available approximately two months prior to the retreat. \nThe rates for partial attendance below are listed as single occupancy. The mid-point on each sliding scale is our estimated actual cost. Take 18% off any point on the sliding scale for double accommodations. \n\n3 nights (Tuesday–Friday) is $1100 – $900 sliding scale\n4 nights (Tuesday–Saturday) is $1\,300 – $1100 sliding scale\n5 nights (Tuesday–Sunday) is $1\,600 – $1300 sliding scale\n6 nights (Tuesday–Monday) is $1\,900 – $1500 sliding scale\n7-9 nights is same as full retreat: single $3000 – $2200 sliding scale\n\nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teacher at the end of the retreat. \nQUESTIONS?: meditation1bodhicourses \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://staging.imsb.org/event/georgia2023/
LOCATION:Calvin Center\, 13550 Woolsey Road\, Hampton\, GA\, 30228
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Open for Registration,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Beyond Distraction: 10-night Retreat in Georgia
DESCRIPTION:Participants in this retreat must be vaccinated to prevent COVID-19. We have held retreats at this center in 2020 and 2021. We consider this site to be well designed for seclusion\, and the staff diligent in their efforts to lower the risk of infection. Please review the preventative measures taken by the center\, and read our guidelines: Guidelines for Retreat Practice in the Covid-19 Era \nBeyond Distraction: Five Ways to Focus the Mind\nled by Shaila Catherine\nMonday\, August 29\, 2022 – Thursday\, September 8\, 2022 \nThe retreat begins with registration from 2:30 – 4:00 pm on Monday\, August 29. The retreat ends after lunch at 1:00 pm on Thursday\, September 8. \nPartial attendance is possible in some cases\, but it must begin on the first day of the retreat and priority will be given to those registering for the full retreat. A limited number of commuter spaces may be available. \nMental restlessness is an insidious and pervasive hindrance that most practitioners struggle to overcome. We can refine our skills for working with the modes of thinking that distract us from being mindful: critical thoughts\, planning\, worrying\, lustful thoughts\, judging\, memories\, internal commentaries\, to name a few. The teachings on this retreat will present a sequence of strategies for dealing with obstructive mental patterns; these progressive instructions are found in two discourses in the Middle Length Discourses (suttas 19 and 20). Practitioners will be encouraged to develop a mindfulness-based meditation practice\, while exploring these strategies. The practice can free the mind from habitual distractions\, nurture calm\, concentration\, and jhana\, and incline toward a liberating understanding of emptiness.\n\nThis retreat is suitable for practitioners of any level\, providing you have attended at least one prior silent residential retreat.\n\nPreparation: Please read the following two discourses prior to the retreat. You may wish to bring a print out to the retreat for your personal reference.\n\nhttps://suttacentral.net/mn19/en/bodhi\nhttps://suttacentral.net/mn20/en/bodhi\n\nDaily group instructions will explore a multitude of ways to work with thoughts. Group and one-to-one guidance will tailor the practices to meet the needs and interests of individual students.\nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, and teacher consultations. It will provide an ideal occasion for nurturing serenity and calmness\, removing distracting thoughts\, and inclining the mind toward a liberating realization of emptiness. This retreat is intended for meditators who already have an established mindfulness based practice\, and have previously attended at least one multi-day silent residential retreat. Students will be expected to practice a mindfulness-based approach to meditation practice.\n\nRegister early! Space is limited.  \nABOUT THE SITE: Situated in a quiet rural area just outside of Atlanta\, the Ingnatius House\, a Jesuit retreat center offers convenience and comfort to support deep meditative experience. \nTO REGISTER: Please use the online form at the link below to submit your registration and waiver forms. \nLink to registration form: IH 2022 Registration Form \nThis form will take approximately 20 minutes to fill out. Upon completion of the form you will receive an email with details for completing your payment. You have the option of paying the non-refundable deposit of $250 or the full retreat payment either by mailing a check to the registrar or by making a Zelle bank transfer. The address and account information for making this payment will be included in the registration confirmation email. \nIf we must cancel the retreat for any reason (such as if we are under shelter-in-place orders at the time of the retreat)\, we will return your deposit and fees\, however\, the $250 deposit remains non-refundable if you cancel your reservation. Details of our cancellation policy are on the registration form. \nREQUIREMENTS: This 10-night retreat is designed for experienced students. Previous retreat experience in the insight meditation tradition is required\, with a minimum of at least one week-long silent residential retreat. If you have less than one week-long silent retreat experience\, your attendance requires approval from the teacher. \nACCOMMODATIONS AND MEALS: Ignatius House has been described as a hidden jewel in the Atlanta area. It is situated on 20 acres of lush secluded woodland overlooking the Chattahoochee River. The site boasts 1.5 miles of trail winding up and down through tall pines\, along the river\, over quaint bridges\, and has many places to sit and soak in the serenity of this environment as it nourishes the heart. Seclusion and quietude permeate the environment\, while it is conveniently accessible from the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International airport. \nAll accommodations are in comfortable modest single rooms; each room has a private ensuite bathroom. Three meals a day will be prepared by the center’s acclaimed chef and professional culinary team. The meals will include omnivore and vegetarian options\, plentiful salads\, and daily desserts. Snacks\, coffee\, and tea will be available throughout the day. With advanced notice\, the culinary team will be happy to work with allergies and special food needs. \nThe retreat facility is handicapped accessible. If you have mobility limitations\, please contact the registrar for details. \nPlease note that this will be a non-smoking retreat. \nCOST: 10 nights (includes accommodation and meals) is $2800 – $1900 sliding scale\, plus a donation to the teachers at the end of retreat. The estimated actual per-person cost for this retreat (if we used a fixed rate) is $2300. By selecting an amount above $2300\, your generosity supports those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. This sliding scale will allow most scholarship needs to be managed by self-selecting an amount lower than $2300. \nCOMMUTER OPTIONS: \n\nCommuter option (no sleeping accommodations) for full retreat including lunch and dinner is $2300 ­– $1300 sliding scale.\nCommuter option (no sleeping accommodations) for full retreat including breakfast\, lunch and dinner is $2300 ­– $1500 sliding scale.\n\nPARTIAL RETREAT OPTIONS: Registration options for partial retreat attendance are below. Priority will be given to students who are registering for the full 10-nights course. We do not encourage partial attendance\, but offer these options for cases when full attendance is not possible\, and only if we have space available. Applicants for partial attendance will be placed on a wait list which will be reviewed approximately 2 months prior to the retreat. \n\n2 nights (Monday–Wednesday) is $750 – $550 sliding scale\n3 nights (Monday–Thursday) is $1050 – $750 sliding scale\n4 nights (Monday–Friday) is $1\,400 – $950 sliding scale\n5 nights (Monday–Saturday) is $1\,700 – $1200 sliding scale\n6 nights (Monday–Sunday) is $2\,000 – $1450 sliding scale\n7 nights (Monday–Monday is the same rate as full retreat $2800 – $1900 sliding scale\n\nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teachers at the end of the retreat. \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://staging.imsb.org/event/beyond-distraction-10-night-retreat-in-georgia/
LOCATION:Ignatius House\, 6700 Riverside Drive NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30328\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open for Registration,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Concentration\, Metta and Jhana Factors: 10-night Retreat in Georgia
DESCRIPTION:NOTE. New requirement added May 14\, 2021: Vaccination against COVID-19 is required to attend this retreat. \nThis will be a very special retreat—a rare opportunity to practice with seclusion and intimacy. We will  limit attendance\, wear masks indoors\, practice social distancing\, have daily temperature checks and self-scheduled practice periods\, and thoroughly disinfect the property with daily disinfectant fogging. We believe the site of Ignatius House offers a responsible place for a small group retreat. There are private rooms with ensuite private baths\, outdoor seating along the river\, and a diligent staff. Even with our precautions\, any gathering will involve some degree of risk\, so we leave it to your good judgement to determine if this opportunity is appropriate for you.\nPlease review the preventative measures taken by the center\, our new guidelines for reducing the spread of the coronavirus\, and comments from students who attended a previous retreat in Georgia in September 2020.\n\nIH2021_Information-and-Guidelines-About-Covid-Precautions\nCOVID_Participant Quotes\n\n  \nCultivating Concentration\, Mettā\, and the Jhana Factors\na 10-day retreat led by Shaila Catherine\nMonday\, June 28\, 2021 – Thursday\, July 8\, 2021. \nThe retreat begins with registration from 2:30 – 4:30 pm on Monday\, June 28. The retreat ends with lunch on Thursday\, July 8. \nPartial attendance is possible in some cases\, but it must begin on the first day of the retreat and priority will be given to those registering for the full retreat. A limited number of commuter spaces may be available. To facilitate travel arrangements\, early arrivals on the prior day\, Sunday\, June 27 can be arranged with an additional fee. \nThis ten-day residential retreat will provide instructions in loving-kindness (metta) to cultivate concentration. The instructions will emphasize developing five factors that intensify focused attention and characterize the blissful states of meditative absorption known as jhana. The five factors are applied attention\, sustained attention\, joy\, happiness\, and one-pointedness of mind. Although these are called the Five Jhana Factors\, they are not exclusive to jhana states. The teachings on this retreat will provide practical instructions for developing and balancing these factors; distinguishing between the jhana factors and the states of jhana absorption; and examining the powerful role that concentration plays on the path of awakening. \nDaily group instructions will emphasize loving-kindness (metta)\, however\, students are welcome to practice mindfulness with breathing or satipatthana practices if they prefer. Group and one-to-one guidance will tailor the practices to meet the needs and interests of individual students. \nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, and teacher consultations. It will provide an ideal occasion for nurturing serenity and calmness\, and introducing the basics of jhana practice. No previous jhana experience is required\, however\, this retreat is intended for meditators who already have an established mindfulness based practice\, and have previously attended at least one multi-day silent residential retreat. \nPrior to the retreat\, please read the first 11 chapters of Focused and Fearless by Shaila Catherine. \nREQUIREMENTS: The 10-night retreat is designed for experienced students who are fully vaccinated. Previous retreat experience in the insight meditation tradition is required\, with a minimum of at least one week-long silent residential retreat. If you have less than one week-long silent retreat experience\, your attendance requires approval from the teacher. \nABOUT THE SITE\, ACCOMMODATIONS\, AND MEALS: Ignatius House has been described as a hidden jewel in the Atlanta area. It is situated on 20 acres of lush secluded woodland overlooking the Chattahoochee River. Situated in a quiet rural area just outside of Atlanta\, this Jesuit retreat center offers convenience and comfort to support deep meditative experience. The site boasts 1.5 miles of trail winding up and down through tall pines\, along the river\, over quaint bridges\, and has many places to sit and soak in the serenity of this environment as it nourishes the heart. Seclusion and quietude permeate the environment\, while it is conveniently accessible from the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International airport. \nAll accommodations are in comfortable modest single rooms; each room has a private ensuite bathroom. Three meals a day will be prepared by the center’s acclaimed chef and professional culinary team. The meals will include omnivore and vegetarian options\, plentiful salads\, and daily desserts. Snacks\, coffee\, tea and soda will be available throughout the day. With advanced notice\, the culinary team will be happy to work with allergies and most special food needs\, or prepare simple plain plates for those with digestive issues. \nThe retreat facility is handicapped accessible. If you have mobility limitations\, please contact the registrar for details. \nPlease note that this will be a non-smoking retreat. \nRegister early! Space is limited. We keep this retreat very small to enable in-depth guidance from Shaila and social distancing to reduce the risk of illness.\nTO REGISTER: Please use the online form at the link below to submit your registration and waiver forms. \nThis form will take approximately 20 minutes to fill out. Upon completion of the form you will receive an email with details for completing your payment. You have the option of paying the non-refundable deposit of $250 or the full retreat payment either by mailing a check to the registrar or by making a Zelle bank transfer. The address and account information for making this payment will be included in the registration confirmation email. \n\nIf we must cancel the retreat for any reason (such as if we are under shelter-in-place orders at the time of the retreat)\, we will return your deposit and fees\, however\, the $250 deposit remains non-refundable if you cancel your reservation. Details of our cancellation policy are on the registration form. \n\n\nLink to registration form: https://staging.imsb.org/ih2021/\n\nCOST: 10 nights (includes accommodation and meals) is $2800 – $1850 sliding scale\, plus a donation to the teachers at the end of retreat. \nThe estimated actual per-person cost for this retreat (if we used a fixed rate) is $2300. This represents the amount that we would have charged to cover the cost of accommodations\, food\, and basic administrative expenses if we had used a fixed rate instead of a sliding scale. \nSelecting an amount above the estimated actual cost will support the retreat and enable those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. Selecting an amount below the estimated actual cost self-selects a supported scholarship rate This sliding scale will allow most scholarship needs to be managed by self-selecting an amount lower than $2300. Inquire with the registrar if you need additional scholarship support to attend. \nCOMMUTER OPTIONS: \n\nCommuter option (no sleeping accommodations or breakfast) for full retreat including lunch and dinner is $2300 ­– $1600 sliding scale.\nCommuter option (no sleeping accommodations) for full retreat including breakfast\, lunch and dinner is $2300 ­– $1700 sliding scale.\n\nPARTIAL RETREAT OPTIONS: Registration options for partial retreat attendance are below. Priority will be given to students who are registering for the full 10-nights course. We do not encourage partial attendance\, but offer these options for cases when full attendance is not possible\, and only if we have space available. Applicants for partial attendance will be placed on a wait list which will be reviewed approximately 2 months prior to the retreat. \n\n3 nights (Monday–Thursday) is $1050 – $750 sliding scale\n4 nights (Monday–Friday) is $1\,400 – $950 sliding scale\n5 nights (Monday–Saturday) is $1\,700 – $1200 sliding scale\n6 nights (Monday–Sunday) is $2\,000 – $1450 sliding scale\n7 nights (Monday–Monday is the same rate as full retreat $2800 – $1850 sliding scale\n\nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teachers at the end of the retreat. \nQuestions?: retreats \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://staging.imsb.org/event/ih2021/
LOCATION:Ignatius House\, 6700 Riverside Drive NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30328\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200911
DTSTAMP:20260406T131225
CREATED:20191117T035731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T033709Z
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SUMMARY:Concentration\, Jhana\, and Breath: 10-night Retreat in Georgia
DESCRIPTION:This retreat is open for registration. We currently have 17 participants registered\, and can accept up to 4 more participants. This will be a very special retreat—a rare opportunity to practice with seclusion and intimacy. Please review the preventative measures taken by the center\, and read our new guidelines: Guidelines for Retreat Practice in the Covid-19 Era \nTeachings on Sixteen Steps of Anapanasati Samadhi\nled by Shaila Catherine\nMonday\, August 31\, 2020 – Thursday\, September 10\, 2020. \nThe retreat begins with registration from 2:00 – 3:30 pm on Monday\, August 31. The retreat ends after lunch at 1:00 pm on Thursday\, September 10. \nPartial attendance is possible in some cases\, but it must begin on the first day of the retreat and priority will be given to those registering for the full retreat. A limited number of commuter spaces may be available. \nThis retreat will utilize the breath as the primary meditation object and will encourage the development of meditative skills that lead to deep concentration (samadhi) and insight (vipassana). Daily group instructions will focus on the sixteen steps in the Anapanasati Sutta as a route to jhana and/or liberating insight. Meetings with the teacher in small groups and one-on-one dialogs will tailor the practices to meet the needs and interests of individual students. Some students may choose to emphasize concentration practice throughout the retreat; others may emphasize vipassana; and some may practice both concentration and insight inconjunction with mindfulness of breathing. \nThis retreat offers a special opportunity to train in concentration and jhana practices with personal guidance from Shaila Catherine. It is one of the very few retreats each year in which Shaila systematically guides students to establish jhana by working step by step with the Anapanasati Sutta. Students who wish to embark on this training in concentration and jhana should read her book Focused and Fearless prior to the retreat. See our Concentration and Jhana FAQ page for more information about developing concentration and the absorption states of jhana. \nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, and teacher consultations. \nPrior to the retreat\, please read Focused and Fearless by Shaila Catherine\, and the Anapanasati Sutta. You may download the sutta at: https://suttacentral.net/mn118/en/bodhi \nRegister early! Space is limited. We keep this retreat small (previously under 40 participants) to enable in-depth guidance from Shaila. Update 5/29/20: As a precaution to limit the spread of the coronavirus\, the retreat will be significantly smaller than the 40 that we originally planned. Currently attendance is restricted to 22 guests\, although this number might change slightly by Aug 31. See the Guidelines for Retreat Practice in the Covid-19 Era document for more information.  \nABOUT THE SITE: Situated in a quiet rural area just outside of Atlanta\, the Ingnatius House\, a Jesuit retreat center offers convenience and comfort to support deep meditative experience. \nTO REGISTER: Download and complete the IH2020 registration and waiver forms\, enclose a non-refundable deposit of $250 (payable to Bodhi Retreats)\, and return via email and/or postal mail to the address below. We are not currently accepting credit card transactions\, so please send your registration deposit and fees via check or money order made payable to Bodhi Retreats. If this is not possible for some of our international guests\, please contact the registrar for alternative payment arrangements. \nKatrina Bergbauer\n225 Second Ave\nDecatur\, GA 30030 \nretreats \nPlease complete either the Standard-Printable or Form-Fillable form\, and also the Waiver of Liability.\nImportant: If you use the form-fillable version\, download the form to your computer first. Then fill out the form. After completing the form\, select to print it\, and in the print options select to save the form as a PDF file. Then mail or email the PDF to the registrar. \n\nIH2020_Registration_Fillable-Form\nIH2020_Registration_Standard_Printable-Form\nIH2020_Waiver-of-Liability\n\nREQUIREMENTS: The 10-night retreat is designed for experienced students. Previous retreat experience in the insight meditation tradition is required\, with a minimum of at least two week-long silent residential retreats. If you have less than two week-long silent retreat experience\, your attendance requires approval from the teacher. \nACCOMMODATIONS AND MEALS: Ignatius House has been described as a hidden jewel in the Atlanta area. It is situated on 20 acres of lush secluded woodland overlooking the Chattahoochee River. The site boasts 1.5 miles of trail winding up and down through tall pines\, along the river\, over quaint bridges\, and has many places to sit and soak in the serenity of this environment as it nourishes the heart. Seclusion and quietude permeate the environment\, while it is conveniently accessible from the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International airport. \nAll accommodations are in comfortable modest single rooms; each room has a private ensuite bathroom. Three meals a day will be prepared by the center’s acclaimed chef and professional culinary team. The meals will include omnivore and vegetarian options\, plentiful salads\, and daily desserts. Snacks\, coffee\, and tea will be available throughout the day. With advanced notice\, the culinary team will be happy to work with allergies and special food needs. \nThe retreat facility is handicapped accessible. If you have mobility limitations\, please contact the registrar for details. \nPlease note that this will be a non-smoking retreat. \nCOST: 10 nights (includes accommodation and meals) is $2800 – $1750 sliding scale\, plus a donation to the teachers at the end of retreat. The estimated actual per-person cost for this retreat (if we used a fixed rate) is $2300. By selecting an amount above $2300\, your generosity supports those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. This sliding scale will allow most scholarship needs to be managed by self-selecting an amount lower than $2300. \nCOMMUTER OPTIONS: \n\nCommuter option (no sleeping accommodations) for full retreat including lunch and dinner is $2300 ­– $1300 sliding scale.\nCommuter option (no sleeping accommodations) for full retreat including breakfast\, lunch and dinner is $2300 ­– $1500 sliding scale.\n\nPARTIAL RETREAT OPTIONS: Registration options for partial retreat attendance are below. Priority will be given to students who are registering for the full 10-nights course. We do not encourage partial attendance\, but offer these options for cases when full attendance is not possible\, and only if we have space available. Applicants for partial attendance will be placed on a wait list which will be reviewed approximately 2 months prior to the retreat. \n\n2 nights (Monday–Wednesday) is $700 – $500 sliding scale\n3 nights (Monday–Thursday) is $1050 – $750 sliding scale\n4 nights (Monday–Friday) is $1\,400 – $950 sliding scale\n5 nights (Monday–Saturday) is $1\,700 – $1200 sliding scale\n6 nights (Monday–Sunday) is $2\,000 – $1450 sliding scale\n7 nights (Monday–Monday is the same rate as full retreat $2800 – $1750 sliding scale\n\nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teachers at the end of the retreat. \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://staging.imsb.org/event/concentration-jhana-and-breath-10-night-retreat-in-georgia/
LOCATION:Ignatius House\, 6700 Riverside Drive NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30328\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open for Registration,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191014
DTSTAMP:20260406T131225
CREATED:20180601T080744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190908T224153Z
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SUMMARY:Concentration\, Jhana\, and Breath: 9-night Retreat in North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:THIS RETREAT IS FULL. REGISRATION HAS CLOSED. \nConcentration\, Jhana\, and Breath:\na 9-night Meditation Retreat in North Carolina\nled by Shaila Catherine\nFriday\, October 4\, 2019 – Sunday\, October 13\, 2019 \nThe retreat begins with registration from 2:00 – 3:30 pm on Friday\, October 4. The retreat ends at 11:00 am on Sunday\, October 13. To accommodate travel needs\, participants may arrange to arrive Thursday\, October 3 or stay until October 14. \nPartial attendance can be arranged\, but it must begin on the first day of the retreat\, and priority will be given to those registering for the full retreat. \nThis retreat will utilize the breath as the primary meditation object and will encourage the development of meditative skills that lead to deep concentration (samadhi) and insight (vipassana). Daily group instructions will focus on the sixteen steps in the Anapanasati Sutta as a route to jhana and/or liberating insight. One-to-one guidance will tailor the practices to meet the needs and interests of individual students. Some students may choose to emphasize concentration practice throughout the retreat; others may emphasize vipassana; and some may practice both concentration and insight in-conjunction with mindfulness of breathing. \nThis retreat offers a special opportunity to train in concentration and jhana practices with personal guidance from Shaila Catherine. It is one of the very few retreats each year in which Shaila systematically guides students to establish jhana by working step-by-step with the Anapanasati Sutta. Students who wish to embark on this training in concentration and jhana should read her book Focused and Fearless prior to the retreat. See our Concentration and Jhana FAQ page for more information about developing concentration and the absorption states of jhana. \nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, and teacher consultations. \nPrior to the retreat\, please read Focused and Fearless by Shaila Catherine\, and the Ananpanasati Sutta. You may download the sutta at: https://suttacentral.net/mn118/en/bodhi \nRegister early! Space is limited.\nWe keep this retreat small (not more than about 40 participants) to enable in-depth guidance from Shaila. We have exclusive use of the retreat center for the duration of our program to support a silent and deep experience of meditation. \nTO REGISTER: Complete the HW2019 registration and waiver forms. Send them along with a non-refundable deposit of $250 (payable to Bodhi-Retreats) to the registrar (address below). The waiver and check must be sent by mail. You may send the registration form by mail or email. We are not currently accepting credit card transactions\, so please send your registration deposit and fees via check or money order made payable to Bodhi Retreats. If this is not possible for some of our international guests\, please contact the registrar for alternative payment arrangements. \nKatrina Bergbauer\n225 Second Avenue\nDecatur\, GA 30030 \nretreats \nPlease complete either the Standard-Printable or Form-Fillable form\, and also the Waiver of Liability.\nImportant: If you use the form-fillable version\, download the form to your computer first. Then fill out the form. After completing the form\, select to print it\, and in the print options select to save the form as a PDF file. Then mail or email the PDF to the registrar. \n\nHW2019_Registration_Form_StandardPrintable\nHW2019_Registration_Form_Fillable\nHW2019_Waiver-of-Liability\n\nRequirements: The retreat is designed for experienced students. Previous retreat experience in the insight meditation tradition is required\, with a minimum of at least two week-long silent residential retreats. If you have attended less than two week-long silent retreats\, your attendance requires approval from the teacher. \nACCOMMODATIONS: Heartwood Retreat is tucked away in a quiet lake community in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains of western North Carolina. \nThe retreat facility is handicapped accessible\, but if you have mobility limitations\, please contact our retreat registrar for details. \nPlease note that this will be a non-smoking retreat. \nHeartwood Refuge has modest\, hotel-style rooms. All rooms are designed as doubles with ensuite bathrooms. We can negotiate with the center to utilize some rooms as singles\, but that will require leaving beds unoccupied; therefore\, if you request single accommodations without a medical need\, and if you are financially able\, please choose a registration fee amount that is on the upper end of the sliding scale ($2250 – $1700). If you request a single room\, please explain why you need it\, citing your medical needs\, sleep disorders\, or preferences in the space provided on the registration form. \nCOST: 9 nights (includes accommodation and meals) is $2250 – $1150 sliding scale\, plus a donation to the teachers at the end of retreat. The estimated actual per-person cost for this retreat (if we used a fixed rate) is $1700. By selecting an amount above $1700\, your generosity supports those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. This sliding scale will allow most scholarship needs to be managed by self-selecting an amount lower than $1700. \nAdditional nights for early arrival or late departure: $100 per extra night. \nPartial retreat option registration fees are below. Priority will be given to students who are registering for the full 9-nights course. \n\n2 nights (Friday–Sunday) is $700 – $400 sliding scale\n3 nights (Friday–Monday) is $900 – $550 sliding scale\n4 nights (Friday–Tueday) is $1100 – $675 sliding scale\n5 nights (Friday–Wednesday) is $1300 – $800 sliding scale\n6 nights (Friday–Thursday) is $1500 – $950 sliding scale\n\nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teacher at the end of the retreat. \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://staging.imsb.org/event/concentration-jhana-and-breath-9-night-retreat-in-north-carolina/
LOCATION:Heartwood Refuge\, 159 Osceola Road\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Requires Registration,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180924
DTSTAMP:20260406T131225
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SUMMARY:Liberating the Mind and Heart - A Retreat Developing Compassion and Joy - near Pescadero\, CA - with Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:Liberating Mind and Heart: A weeklong retreat on Cultivating Loving-Kindness\, Compassion\, Joy\, and Equanimity\nwith Shaila Catherine \nMonday\, September 17\, 2018 – Sunday September 23\, 2018.\nPartial attendance can be arranged for the first 3 or 4 nights. \nDON’T WAIT! Registration closes August 31. \nLOVING KINDNESS is a profound quality of friendliness toward all of life. Compassion is a deep commitment to non-harming. Joy highlights the blessings. Equanimity sees the truth with a balanced mind. This ancient practice called Brahma Vihara practice cultivates a heartful wish that all beings be well. It uproots tendencies toward ill will\, harming\, competitive discontent\, and craving. It is a practice of happiness that heals the heart\, meets the pains of life with sensitivity\, and strengthens the inner serenity that is essential for concentration. The Brahma Viharas can lead to the absorption states of jhana\, and to what the ancient Buddhist texts describe as a vast\, exhaulted\, and “immeasurable liberation of the mind.” \nThis retreat will include instruction\, guided meditations\, and teachings on cultivating these qualities of friendliness\, compassion\, joy\, and equanimity. There will be alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, question and answer sessions\, self-scheduled practice periods\, and teacher consultations. \nThis retreat will be held at Redwood Glen\, a lovely retreat center nestled in a redwood forest between La Honda and Pescadero. It’s about a 15-minutes drive from Pescadero State Beach\, and about a 1-hour drive from either the San Francisco Airport or the San Jose airport. \nThe retreat begins with registration at 2:00 pm on September 17; it ends at 11:30 am on September 23. Participants who are traveling from afar might need to check flight times carefully\, and if necessary arrange to stay in a hotel the night before the retreat. Early-arrival accommodations are not available at the retreat center. \nRegister early! Space is limited.\nTO REGISTER: Download and complete the RG-Metta-2018 registration and waiver forms\, enclose a non-refundable deposit of $250 (payable to Bodhi-Retreats)\, and return via email and/or postal mail to: \nKatrina Bergbauer\n225 Second Avenue\nDecatur\, GA 30030 \nretreats \n\nStandard Print Reg Form-RG-Metta-2018-final\nWaiver of Liability-RG-Metta-2018\n\nThe retreat facility is somewhat handicapped accessible. Accommodations include comfortable hotel-style rooms with attached baths\, and a few dorm-style cabins. See the application form for accommodation details. \nCOST: 6 nights including accommodation and meals \n\nDouble occupancy sliding scale: $1400 – $800\nSingle occupancy sliding scale: $2000 – $1500\n\nSelecting an amount above the middle of each sliding scale range will support the retreat and enable those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. Selecting an amount below the middle of the sliding scale offers participants the possibility of self-selecting a supported scholarship rate. \nInquire with the registrar if you need additional scholarship support to attend. \nPARTIAL ATTENDANCE: Partial retreat attendance can be arranged for a stay of  3 or 4 nights\, but must begin on the first day of the retreat\, September 17. See registration form for rates and contact the registrar for details. Either single or double accommodations are available for partial attendees. \nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teachers at the end of the retreat. \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://staging.imsb.org/event/loving-kindness-metta-meditation-retreat-in-santa-rosa-ca-with-shaila-catherine/
LOCATION:Redwood Glen Retreat Center\, 100 Wright Drive\, Loma Mar\, CA\, 94021
CATEGORIES:Open for Registration,Requires Registration,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180414
DTSTAMP:20260406T131225
CREATED:20170528T231627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180319T141919Z
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SUMMARY:Concentration and Insight Retreat in Northern\, CA with Shaila Catherine and Ann Dillon
DESCRIPTION:Registration Has Closed. \nImportant Note: This retreat was previously scheduled to take place at Angela Center in Santa Rosa\, but will now take place at Saratoga Springs Retreat Center in Upper Lake\, CA (near Ukiah). We are confident that this site will offer tranquil and conducive conditions for our program. Updated registration information for our retreat at Saratoga Springs is below. If you are interested in attending this retreat\, please follow the registration instructions below or email the registrar with any questions: retreats . \nAn Intensive Concentration and Insight Retreat\nwith Shaila Catherine and Ann Dillon\nApril 3-13\, 2018 \nTuesday\, April 3\, 2018 – Friday\, April 13\, 2018. \nThe retreat begins with registration at 2:00 pm on April 3; it ends at 11:00 am on April 13. Early arrivals can be arranged for Monday April 2 anytime after 2pm. \nPartial attendance can be arranged\, but it must begin on the first day of the retreat\, and priority will be given to those attending the full retreat. \nThe teachings on this retreat will be structured to support the development of concentration\, mindfulness\, and insight. The daily group instruction sessions will introduce mindfulness with breathing as a concentration practice\, and will systematically develop the skills that lead to the deep absorption states of jhana. This retreat is an ideal opportunity to train in concentration and jhana practices with personal guidance from Shaila Catherine. It is the one retreat each year that Shaila emphasizes concentration and jhana\, and systematically guides students through this powerful training method. Students who wish to embark on this training in concentration and jhana should read her book\, Focused and Fearless\, prior to the retreat. Click on our Concentration and Jhana FAQ page for more information about developing concentration and the absorption states of jhana. \nJhana instructions will be offered\, but this retreat is not limited to the training in concentration and jhana; students who want to practice mindfulness or metta without an emphasis on concentration are most welcome. Teachings will explore a range of subjects to support the growth of wisdom and cultivate conditions conducive for insight. \nThe approach to teaching is flexible enough to nurture a broad development of practices that are appropriate to the individual meditator. Guided by group and individual meetings with the teachers\, students may work with a variety of meditative approaches to progress in a manner and pace appropriate to their individual needs. Students who are not inclined toward concentration or jhana may choose to emphasize mindfulness\, insight\, and loving kindness practices. As the retreat progresses\, some students may practice mindfulness of the body to enhance calm and presence; some students may intensify concentration to unify consciousness through the deep absorptions called jhana; some students may cultivate loving kindness and open the heart to the precious fragility of life; and other students may nurture insight into the functioning of perception and the nature of mind. \nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, question and answer sessions\, and teacher consultations. \nRegister early! Space is limited.\nWe keep this retreat small (approximately 36 participants and 2 teachers) to enable in-depth one-to-one guidance. It is a powerful and intimate environment for deep meditation practice—very suitable for dedicated practitioners and an ideal introduction to jhana practices. \nTO REGISTER: Download and complete the SS2018 registration and waiver forms\, enclose a non-refundable deposit of $250 (payable to Bodhi-Retreats)\, and return via email and/or postal mail to the address below. We are not currently able to accept credit card transactions\, so please send your registration deposit and fees via check or money order. If this is impossible for some of our international guests\, please contact the registrar for alternative arrangements. \nKatrina Bergbauer\n225 Second Avenue\nDecatur\, GA 30030 \nretreats \n\nStandard-Printable-Registration-Form-SS2018\nWaiver-of-Liability-SS2018\n\nThe 10-day retreat is designed for experienced students. Previous retreat experience in the insight meditation tradition is required\, with a minimum of at least one week-long silent residential retreat. If you have less than one week-long silent retreat experience\, your attendance requires approval from the teacher(s). \nACCOMMODATIONS: The retreat facility is NOT handicapped accessible. There are a variety of accommodations in cabins\, lodges\, cottages\, and bunk rooms that include a single\, double\, triple and quad occupancy. The number of single rooms is extremely limited\, so if you request a single\, please explain why you need it. RV camping\, tenting\, and unheated wood/screened cabins are also available. Please note that this will be a non-smoking retreat. \nCOST: 10 nights (includes accommodation and meals) is $2200 – $1100 sliding scale\, plus a donation to the teachers at the end of retreat. The estimated actual per-person cost for this retreat (if we used a fixed rate) is $1650. By selecting an amount above $1650\, your generosity supports those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. This sliding scale will allow scholarship needs to be handled by self-selecting an amount lower than $1650. \nPartial retreat option registration fees are below. Priority will be given to students who are registering for the full 10-days course. \n\n3 nights (Thursday–Sunday) is $900 – $550 sliding scale\n4 nights (Thursday–Monday) is $1100 – $675 sliding scale\n5 nights (Thursday–Tuesday) is $1200 – $800 sliding scale\n\nIn addition\, two or three people may register for a work-study retreat. These service roles have a registration fee of $675 and involve 3-4 hours of work per day (mostly kitchen work\, grocery shopping in advance of the retreat\, managing yogi jobs). \nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teachers at the end of the retreat. \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://staging.imsb.org/event/concentration-and-insight-retreat-in-santa-rosa-ca-with-shaila-catherine-and-ann-dillon/
LOCATION:Saratoga Springs Retreat Center\, 10243 Saratoga Springs Road\, Upper Lake\, 95485\, United States
CATEGORIES:Requires Registration,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170626
DTSTAMP:20260406T131225
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SUMMARY:Meditation Retreat in Santa Rosa\, CA with Shaila Catherine and Ann Dillon
DESCRIPTION:An Intensive Concentration and Insight Retreat\nTHIS RETREAT HAS FILLED. REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED.  \nIn 2018 we will offer two retreats in California: April 5-15\, and September 27 – October 4. Information will be posted soon to this website for advanced registration.  \nwith Shaila Catherine and Ann Dillon\nJune 15 – 25\, 2017 \n  \nThursday\, June 15\, 2017 – Sunday\, June 25\, 2017. \nThe retreat begins with registration at 1:00 pm on June 15; it ends at 11:30 am on June 25. Early arrivals can be arranged for Wednesday evening June 14. \nPartial attendance can be arranged\, but it must begin on the first day of the retreat. \nThe teachings on this retreat will be structured to support the development of concentration\, mindfulness\, and insight. The daily group instruction sessions will introduce mindfulness with breathing as a concentration practice\, and will systematically develop the skills that lead to the deep absorption states of jhana. This retreat is an ideal opportunity to train in concentration and jhana practices with personal guidance from Shaila Catherine. It is the one retreat each year that Shaila emphasizes concentration and jhana\, and systematically guides students through this powerful training method. Students who wish to embark on this training in concentration and jhana should read her book\, Focused and Fearless\, prior to the retreat. Click on our Concentration and Jhana FAQ page for more information about studying jhana and concentration with Shaila. \nJhana instructions will be offered\, but this retreat is not limited to the training in concentration and jhana; students who want to practice mindfulness or metta without an emphasis on concentration are most welcome. Teachings will explore a range of subjects to support the growth of wisdom and cultivate conditions conducive for insight. \nWith single rooms for everyone\, the facilities can support a range of practice approaches. The approach to teaching is flexible enough to nurture a broad development of practices that are appropriate to the individual meditator. Guided by group and individual meetings with the teachers\, students may work with a variety of meditative approaches to progress in a manner and pace appropriate to their individual needs. Students who are not inclined toward concentration or jhana may choose to emphasize mindfulness\, insight\, and loving kindness practices. As the retreat progresses\, some students may practice mindfulness of the body to enhance calm and presence; some students may intensify concentration to unify consciousness through the deep absorptions called jhana; some students may cultivate loving kindness and open the heart to the precious fragility of life; and other students may nurture insight into the functioning of perception and the nature of mind. \nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, question and answer sessions\, and teacher consultations. \nRegister early! Space is limited.\nWe keep this retreat small (approximately 35 participants and 2 teachers) to enable in-depth one-to-one guidance. It is a powerful and intimate environment for deep meditation practice—very suitable for dedicated practitioners and an ideal introduction to jhana practices. \nTO REGISTER: Download and complete the AC2017 registration and waiver forms\, enclose a non-refundable deposit of $250 (payable to Bodhi-Retreats)\, and return via email and/or postal mail to: \nKatrina Bergbauer\n225 Second Avenue\nDecatur\, GA 30030 \nretreats \n\nForm-Fillable PDF Registration Form – AC2017\nStandard Printable Registration Form – AC2017\nWaiver of Liability – AC2017\n\nThe 10-day retreat is designed for experienced students. Previous retreat experience in the insight meditation tradition is required\, with a minimum of at least one week-long silent residential retreat. If you have less than one week-long silent retreat experience\, your attendance requires approval from the teacher(s). \nThe retreat facility is handicapped accessible. Accommodations are all single rooms. \nCOST: 10 nights with single accommodation is $2000 – $990 sliding scale\, plus a donation to the teachers at the end of retreat. The estimated actual per-person cost for this retreat (if we used a fixed rate) is $1500. By selecting an amount above $1500\, your generosity supports those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. This sliding scale will allow scholarship needs to be handled by self-selecting an amount lower than $1500. \nPartial retreat option registration fees are below. Priority will be given to students who are registering for the full 10-days course. \n\n3 nights (Thursday–Sunday) is $900 – $500 sliding scale\n4 nights (Thursday–Monday) is $1000 – $600 sliding scale\n5 nights (Thursday–Tuesday) is $1100 – $700 sliding scale\n6 nights (Thursday–Wednesday) is $1200 – $800 sliding scale\n7-10 nights (Thursday–Thursday\, Friday\, or Saturday) is the sliding scale of $2000 – $990\n\nIn addition\, two or three people may register for a work-study retreat. These service roles have a registration fee of $675 and involve 3-4 hours of work per day (mostly kitchen work\, grocery shopping in advance of the retreat\, managing yogi jobs). \nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teachers at the end of the retreat. \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://staging.imsb.org/event/retreat-in-santa-rosa-ca/
LOCATION:Angela Retreat Center\, 535 Angela Dr.\, Santa Rosa\, CA\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Requires Registration,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:38.4951071;-122.7401357
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160711
DTSTAMP:20260406T131225
CREATED:20150622T020033Z
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SUMMARY:Residential Retreat—Santa Rosa\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness\, Concentration\, and Insight Meditation.\nA meditation retreat\nwith Shaila Catherine and Ann Dillon.\nThursday\, June 30\, 2016 – Sunday\, July 10\, 2016. \nThe retreat begins with registration at 1:00 pm on June 30; it ends at 11:30 am on July 10. Early arrivals can be arranged for Wednesday evening June 29. \nPartial attendance can be arranged\, but it must begin on the first day of the retreat. \nThe teachings on this retreat will be structured to support the development of concentration\, mindfulness\, and insight using the breath as the primary meditative object. Guided by group and individual meetings with the teacher\, students may work with a variety of meditative approaches to progress in a manner and pace appropriate to their individual needs. The daily morning instruction session will introduce mindfulness with breathing as a concentration practice and will systematically develop the skills that lead to the deep absorption states of jhana. Dhamma talks will explore a range of subjects to support the growth of wisdom and insight. This silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, question and answer sessions\, and teacher consultations. \nWith single rooms for everyone\, the facilities can support a range of practice approaches. This retreat may emphasize the cultivation of concentration\, but it is flexible enough to nurture a broad development of practices that are appropriate to the individual meditator. Students who are not inclined toward concentration or jhana may choose to emphasize mindfulness\, insight\, and loving kindness practices. As the retreat progresses\, some students may practice mindfulness of the body to enhance calm and presence; some students may intensify concentration to unify consciousness through the deep absorptions called jhana; some students may cultivate loving kindness and open the heart to the precious fragility of life; and other students may nurture insight into the functioning of perception and the nature of mind. \nTO REGISTER: Download and complete the AC2016 registration and waiver forms\, enclose a non-refundable deposit of $250 (payable to Bodhi-Retreats)\, and mail to: \nKatrina Bergbauer\n225 Second Avenue\nDecatur\, GA 30030 \nThe 10-day retreat is designed for experienced students. Previous retreat experience in the insight meditation tradition is required\, with a minimum of at least one week-long silent residential retreat. If you have less than one week-long silent retreat experience\, your attendance requires approval from the teacher(s). \nThe retreat facility is handicapped accessible. Accommodations are all single rooms. \nCOST: 10 nights with single accommodation is $1800 – $950 sliding scale\, plus a donation to the teachers at the end of retreat. The estimated actual per-person cost for this retreat (if we used a fixed rate) is $1400. By selecting an amount above $1400\, your generosity supports those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. This sliding scale will allow scholarship needs to be handled by self-selecting an amount lower than $1400. \nPartial retreat option registration fees are below. Priority will be given to students who are registering for the full 10-days course.\n3 nights (Thursday–Sunday\, June 30–July 3) is $520\n4 nights (Thursday–Monday\, June 30– July 4) is $640\n5 nights (Thursday–Tuesday\, June 30– July 5) is $780\n6 nights (Thursday–Wednesday\, June 30– July 6) is $880\n7–9 nights (Thursday–Thursday\, Friday\, or Saturday\, June 30–July 7\, 8\, or 9) is the standard sliding scale of $1800 – $950 \nIn addition\, two or three people may register for a work-study retreat. These service roles have a registration fee of $675 and involve 3-4 hours of work per day (mostly kitchen work\, grocery shopping in advance of the retreat\, managing yogi jobs\, running errands). One service role for an experienced cook or kitchen manager may be available with no retreat fees. \nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teachers at the end of the retreat. \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://staging.imsb.org/event/residential-retreat-santa-rosa-ca/
LOCATION:Angela Retreat Center\, 535 Angela Dr.\, Santa Rosa\, CA\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:38.4951071;-122.7401357
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151116
DTSTAMP:20260406T131225
CREATED:20140907T041122Z
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SUMMARY:Residential Retreat—Santa Rosa\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Registration Ends Sunday October 25!\nMindfulness\, Concentration\, and Insight Meditation.\nA 10-day meditation retreat\nwith Shaila Catherine and Ann Dillon. \nThursday\, November 5\, 2015 – Sunday\, November 15\, 2015. \nThe retreat begins with registration at 1:00 pm on Thursday\, November 5; it ends at 11:30 am on Sunday\, November 15. Early arrivals can be arranged for Wednesday November 4. \nPartial attendance can be arranged\, but it must begin on the first day of the retreat. \nThe teachings on this retreat will be structured to support the development of concentration\, mindfulness\, and insight using the breath as the primary meditative object. Guided by group and individual meetings with the teacher\, students may work with a variety of meditative approaches to progress in a manner and pace appropriate to their individual needs. The daily morning instruction session will introduce mindfulness with breathing as a concentration practice and will systematically develop the skills that lead to the deep absorption states of jhana. Dhamma talks will explore a range of subjects to support the growth of wisdom and insight. This silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, question and answer sessions\, and teacher consultations. \nWith single rooms for everyone\, the facilities can support a range of practice approaches. This retreat may emphasize the cultivation of concentration\, but it is flexible enough to nurture a broad development of practices that are appropriate to the individual meditator. Students who are not inclined toward concentration or jhana may choose to emphasize mindfulness\, insight\, and loving kindness practices. As the retreat progresses\, some students may practice mindfulness of the body to enhance calm and presence; some students may intensify concentration to unify consciousness through the deep absorptions called jhana; some students may cultivate loving kindness and open the heart to the precious fragility of life; and other students may nurture insight into the functioning of perception and the nature of mind. \nTO REGISTER: Download and complete the AC2015 registration and waiver forms\, enclose a non-refundable deposit of $250 (payable to Bodhi-Retreats)\, and mail to: \nKatrina Bergbauer\n225 Second Avenue\nDecatur\, GA 30030 \nThis retreat is designed for experienced students. Previous retreat experience in the insight meditation tradition is required\, with a minimum of at least one week-long silent residential retreat. If you have less than one week-long silent retreat experience\, your attendance requires approval from the teacher(s). \nThe retreat facility is handicapped accessible. Accommodations are all single rooms. \nCost: 10 nights with single accommodation is $1800 – $950 sliding scale\, plus a donation to the teachers at the end of retreat. The estimated actual per-person cost for this retreat (if we used a fixed rate) is $1400. By selecting an amount above $1400\, your generosity supports those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. This sliding scale will allow scholarship needs to be handled by self-selecting an amount lower than $1400. \nIn addition\, two or three people may register for a work-study retreat. These service roles have a registration fee of $675 and involve 3-4 hours of work per day (mostly kitchen work\, grocery shopping in advance of the retreat\, or managing yogi jobs). One service role for an experienced cook or kitchen manager may be available with no retreat fees. \nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teachers at the end of the retreat. \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://staging.imsb.org/event/mindfulness-concentration-and-insight-meditation-a-10-day-meditation-retreat-in-santa-rosa-ca-with-shaila-catherine-and-ann-dillon/
LOCATION:Angela Retreat Center\, 535 Angela Dr.\, Santa Rosa\, CA\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open for Registration,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:38.4951071;-122.7401357
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150706
DTSTAMP:20260406T131225
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SUMMARY:Residential Retreat – Ben Lomond\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Clarity and Insight:  A 10-day insight meditation retreat with a focus on insight and the body\nwith Shaila Catherine and Bhante U Jagara. \nThursday\, June 25\, 2015 – Sunday\, July 5\, 2015. \nThe retreat begins with registration from 3:30-4:30 pm Thursday\, June 25\, and ends at 4:00 pm Sunday\, July 5. \nPartial attendance will be possible as space permits but must begin on June 25. \nThis retreat will encourage the cultivation of deep concentration and clear mindfulness as a support for liberating insight. Group instruction will emphasize mindfulness of the body and Four Elements meditations. Individual students may choose to emphasize concentration leading to jhana\, or develop the four elements meditation as their primary focus. One-to-one guidance will tailor the practices to meet the needs of individual students. \nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, and teacher consultations. Experience with previous silent insight meditation retreats and permission from the teacher is required. \nTO REGISTER: Download and complete the QC2015 registration form and waiver\, enclose a non-refundable deposit of $250 (payable to Bodhi-Retreats)\, and mail to: \nKatrina Bergbauer\n225 Second Avenue\nDecatur\, GA 30030 \nREGISTRATION CLOSES JUNE 12 \nCOST: Rates for the full retreat include accommodation\, food\, and cooks service. Main meals will be catered by Talya’s Kitchen: \n\nSingle room sliding scale: $2500-1800\nDouble room sliding scale: $1750-1250\nDorm or camping sliding scale: $1200-800\nWork study option (likely dorm or double room accommodations): $650\n\nContact the retreat registrar for sliding scale rates for partial attendance. \nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teachers at the end of the retreat.
URL:https://staging.imsb.org/event/clarity-and-insight-a-ten-day-insight-meditation-retreat-with-a-focus-on-insight-and-the-body-in-ben-lomond-ca-with-shaila-catherine-and-bhante-u-jagara/
LOCATION:Quaker Retreat Center\, 1000 Hubbard Gulch Rd.\, Ben Lomond\, CA\, 95005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.0928998;-122.1131983
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