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SUMMARY:Retreat in Georgia | Concentration\, Metta\, and the Jhana Factors
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Concentration\, Mettā\, and the Jhana Factors\nA 10-day meditation retreat with Shaila Catherine\nOctober 8 – 18\, 2025\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 Oct 8. The retreat ends around noon\, before lunch on Oct 18. \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 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. \nThe 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 while cultivating loving kindness; 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\, some students may practice mindfulness with breathing or satipatthana practices if they prefer and have recently attended a retreat with Shaila on those techniques. 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 basic conditions that support 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. \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: Participants are asked to help us prevent illness from entering the retreat or spreading if symptoms occur during the retreat. Please read our guidelines here\, and do not attend this retreat if you anticipate resisting our efforts to mitigate the risks of spreading illness. In a nutshell\, at this retreat participants are asked to not attend the retreat if they are ill\, bring self-test kits and masks to use in case symptoms arise\, communicate honestly with the teacher about health conditions\, and follow the instructions of the teacher or retreat staff.   \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://www.imsb.org/form-calvin2025/\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\,200 – $2\,550 sliding scale (estimated actual cost for single is $2750)\nDouble occupancy sliding scale: $2700 – $2300 (estimated actual cost for double occupancy is $2500)\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 $2750 for a single room\, and  $2500 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 15% off any point on the sliding scale for double accommodations. \n\n3 nights (Tuesday–Friday) is $1275\n4 nights (Tuesday–Saturday) is $1\,600\n5 nights (Tuesday–Sunday) is $1925\n6 nights (Tuesday–Monday) is $2250\n7-9 nights is same as full retreat: single $3200 – $2550 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. \nRESEARCH ON MEDITATION: Shaila Catherine is working with a research team connected with McGill University (Jonas Mago\, Joshua Brahinsky\, Michael Lifshitz) to study how intensive meditation shapes the mind and body. Data was gathered at a 10-day retreat in Georgia in 2022\, and the findings from that study are in the final stages of analysis and write-up. We are now preparing a new study that will explore how a 10-day meditation retreat influences the neurophysiology\, experience\, and cognition of meditators. We are inviting all attendees of this retreat in October 2025  to participate—we need the participation of both novice and experienced practitioners to move forward with this research. Shaila and the research team are designing the data collection methods to protect your silence and minimize potential interference in the development of your meditation. More information and the option of opting in or opting out of the research study will be provided to registered retreat participants. \nQUESTIONS?: meditation1bodhicourses \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/calvin2025/
LOCATION:Calvin Center\, 13550 Woolsey Road\, Hampton\, GA\, 30228
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Retreats with Shaila
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
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SUMMARY:Clear Seeing: An Insight Meditation Retreat in Southern California
DESCRIPTION:Clear Seeing: A 7-night Insight Meditation Retreat \nSeptember 5 – 12\, 2025 \nled by Melissa McKay and Shaila Catherine \nFor more information visit: https://insightla.org/event/clear-seeing-insight-retreat/2025-09-05-17-00/ \nCo-sponsored by Insight LA
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/insight-retreat-in-california/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:Month-long Personal Retreat in Barre\, MA
DESCRIPTION:Venerable U Jagara and Shaila Catherine will be guiding a month-long retreat at the Forest Refuge at Insight Meditation Society in Barre\, MA. \nVisit the Forest Refuge schedule for details.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/month-long-personal-retreat-in-barre-ma/
LOCATION:Insight Meditation Society\, 1230 Pleasant St.\, Barre\, MA\, 01005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:Retreat in California | Concentration & the Jhanas
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Concentration\, Jhana Factors\, and Jhana States\na 10-night Meditation Retreat in California\nled by Shaila Catherine\nTuesday\, May 6\, 2025 – Friday\, May 16\, 2025 \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\, recently republished under the new title\, The Jhanas. 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. \nMeetings 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 jhana. \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 The Jhanas by Shaila Catherine (previously published under the title Focused and Fearless). \nSITE FEATURES: This 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-minute drive from Pescadero State Beach\, and about a 1-hour drive from either the San Francisco Airport or the San Jose Airport. This retreat center is convenient to reach\, and yet offers a secluded and intimate environment for deep meditation practice. You will enjoy the benefits of natural beauty\, a spacious meditation hall\, comfortable accommodations\, delicious meals\, and access to walking trails. The center is nestled in a majestic redwood forest\, adjacent to county parks and open space preserves. Just a few minutes’ walk from the meditation hall you will find yourself strolling along creek side paths\, surrounded by the powerful serenity of the redwood forest. \nCOVID PRECAUTIONS: Participants will be required to take a rapid-antigen test prior to arriving\, and depart if symptoms of illness arise. \nRegister now! Space is limited. \nThe retreat begins with registration at 2:30 pm on Tuesday\, May 6; it ends with an optional noon lunch on Friday\, May 16. Participants who are traveling from afar might need to check flight times carefully\, and possibly 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://www.imsb.org/form-rg2025jhana\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. Tent camping and RV camping with hook ups are available. 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\,200 – $2\,550 sliding scale (estimated actual cost for single is $2750)\nDouble occupancy sliding scale: $2700 – $2300 (estimated actual cost for double occupancy is $2500)\nCamping in personal tent or RV sliding scale: $2300 – $1800 (estimated actual cost for camping is $2000)\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 $2750 for a single room\, $2500 for a shared room\, and $2000 for camping. 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. Partial attendees will likely be housed in double occupancy rooms unless single rooms remain available 1 month prior to the retreat. You may contact the registrar to determine if single rooms for partial attendance are available. \nThe rates for partial attendance below are listed as single occupancy. Take 15% off the single rate for double accommodations\, and take 20% off for camping. \n\n3 nights (Tuesday–Friday) is $1275\n4 nights (Tuesday–Saturday) is $1\,600\n5 nights (Tuesday–Sunday) is $1925\n6 nights (Tuesday–Monday) is $2250\n7-9 nights is same as full retreat: single $3200 – $2550 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?: meditation2bodhicourses \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/rg2025-jhana/
LOCATION:Redwood Glen Retreat Center\, 100 Wright Drive\, Loma Mar\, CA\, 94021
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:Spiritual Experience & Aspiration: Bold Talk On Awakening
DESCRIPTION:A Weekend ONLINE AT-HOME Retreat\nwith Shaila Catherine \nApril 11 – 13\, 2025 \nDo you aspire for awakening? Do you ponder spiritual experiences that have occurred in your practice? \nThis program will provide an opportunity for meditation practice along with frank and bold discussions on themes of awakening\, and spiritual aspirations\, experiences\, or meditative attainments. \nPlease join us as we deepen our practice together through a program of live video meetings with Shaila Catherine. The online meetings will include guided meditations\, Dharma talks\, question and answer sessions\, and discussion groups. \nRegistration is required. Scroll down to choose a ticket level. Registration will close a few days prior to the retreat\, so don’t wait to the last minute! \nMore information and a link to join the zoom video meetings will be emailed to registrants a few days prior to the retreat. \nThis retreat is appropriate for experienced practitioners. \n\nRETREAT SCHEDULE (Times are given in Pacific Time\, San Francisco) \n\n\nFriday\n4:30 – 6:00 PM– Opening Session – Guided Meditation and Dhamma Talk \n\n\nSaturday\n8:00 – 8:45 AM – Morning Meditation\n11:00 – 1:00 AM – Session One\n3:00 – 5:00 PM – Session Two \n\n\nSunday\n8:00 – 8:45 AM – Morning Meditation\n11:00 – 1:00 AM – Session One\n3:00 – 5:00 PM – Session Two \n\n\nRETREAT SCHEDULE (Times are given in Eastern Time\, Boston) \n\n\nFriday\n7:30 – 9:00 PM – Opening Session – Guided Meditation and Dhamma Talk \n\n\nSaturday\n11:00 – 11:45 AM – Morning Meditation\n2:00 – 4:00 PM – Session One\n6:00 – 8:00 PM – Session Two \n\n\nSunday\n11:00 – 11:45 AM – Morning Meditation\n2:00 – 4:00 PM – Session One\n6:00 – 8:00 PM – Session Two \n\nVisit our Founding Teacher page for biography and photograph of the teacher. \nQuestions?: For more information contact sit \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay \n\nRegistration: Registration is required for this course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register\, select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. \nCourse Fee: The non-refundable registration fee is based on a sliding scale of $700 to $260. The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited financial means. If you pay at the mid to high range of the sliding scale\, your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and also supports the teacher. Our teacher relies upon the generosity of students for her livelihood\, so we encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. Thank you for your generosity! The ticketing process will give you the option of paying by credit card\, Pay Pal\, or by mailing a check. \nTeacher Dana: Donations to support the teacher are much appreciated. Opportunities to give are shown on our Donate page. The Standard\, Base\, and Scholarship Rates do not include Teacher Dana. You may include teacher dana in your registration fees by choosing a higher ticket option\, or you may make a separate donation to teacher dana at the end of the retreat. \nScholarship Assistance: A scholarship rate of a 30% discount is offered for those with financial need; you may use the code less30% to self-select this scholarship. Full scholarships are offered to monastics. For inquiries\, contact the registrar at meditate. \nTax Deductions: The basic\, standard\, and scholarship rates do not include teacher dana and are not tax deductible. By selecting a ticket level above the base rate\, you will be contributing to teacher dana and the amount above the base rate will be considered a voluntary tax deductible Teacher Dana contribution. \nCancellation Policy: All fees and payments are non-refundable. If you cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for either a future IMSB or Bodhi-Retreats program. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first meeting are not eligible for the voucher credit and are non-refundable. \nMailing List\nPlease JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to receive notifications about future events.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/spiritual-experience-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Online Programs,Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:Retreat in California | Insights Into Emptiness
DESCRIPTION:Insights into Emptiness: Meditations on the Six Senses\nAn 8-day meditation retreat with Shaila Catherine\nJanuary 8 – 16\, 2025\nat Redwood Glen Retreat Center in Loma Mar\, CA \nThe retreat begins with registration from 2:30 – 4:00 pm on January 8. The retreat ends around noon\, before lunch on January 16. \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 Redwood Glen\, a lovely retreat center nestled in a redwood forest between La Honda and Pescadero. It’s about a 15-minute drive from Pescadero State Beach\, and about a 1-hour drive from either the San Francisco Airport or the San Jose Airport. This retreat center is convenient to reach\, and yet offers a secluded and intimate environment for deep meditation practice. You will enjoy the benefits of natural beauty\, a spacious meditation hall\, comfortable accommodations\, delicious meals\, and access to walking trails. The center is nestled in a majestic redwood forest\, adjacent to county parks and open space preserves. Just a few minutes’ walk from the meditation hall you will find yourself strolling along creek side paths\, surrounded by the powerful serenity of the redwood forest. \nCOVID PRECAUTIONS: Participants will be required to take a rapid-antigen test prior to arriving\, and depart if symptoms of illness arise. \nRegister now! Space is limited. \nThe retreat begins with registration at 2:30 pm on January 8; it ends with an optional noon lunch on January 16. Participants who are traveling from afar might need to check flight times carefully\, and possibly 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://www.imsb.org/form-rg2025/\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. Tent camping and RV camping with hook ups are available (but it can be cold in January). 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: 8 nights is $2600 – $2200 sliding scale (estimated actual cost for single is $2400)\nDouble occupancy sliding scale: $2500 – $2100 (estimated actual cost for double occupancy is $2300)\nCamping in personal tent or RV sliding scale: $1800 – $1400 (estimated actual cost for camping is $1600)\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 $2400 for a single room\, $2300 for a shared room\, and $1600 for camping. 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 4 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. Partial attendees will likely be housed in double occupancy rooms unless single rooms remain available 1 month prior to the retreat. You may contact the registrar to determine if single rooms for partial attendance are available. \nThe rates for partial attendance below are listed as single occupancy. Take 15% off the single rate for double accommodations\, and take 20% off for camping. \n\n4 nights (Wednesday–Sunday) is $1\,600\n5-8 nights is same as full retreat: single $2600 – $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?: meditation3bodhicourses \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/rg2025-emptiness/
LOCATION:Redwood Glen Retreat Center\, 100 Wright Drive\, Loma Mar\, CA\, 94021
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Retreats with Shaila
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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://www.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://www.imsb.org/event/calvin2024/
LOCATION:Calvin Center\, 13550 Woolsey Road\, Hampton\, GA\, 30228
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:ONLINE SUTTA STUDY RETREAT: Living Without Enemies
DESCRIPTION:Living Without Enemies\nA Weekend ONLINE AT-HOME Sutta Study Retreat\nwith Shaila Catherine \nJune 28 – 30\, 2024 \nThe Buddha said\, “The world may quarrel with me\, but I do not quarrel with the world.” How can we live our lives without hate—without making anyone into an enemy? \nThis program will use both sutta study and meditation practice to explore the Buddha’s teachings on anger. We will examine how untrained minds meet unpleasant experiences with irritation\, blame\, prejudice\, and hatred; and how trained minds abide at ease in the face of difficulties. The Discourses of the Buddha offer us empowering stories\, similies\, instructions\, and teachings that can help us understand and overcome our own aversive tendencies. Through meditative development we learn to meet pain\, disagreement\, and even abuse\, with a balanced\, kind\, and wise attention; we free the mind from the underlying tendency to hate. \nPlease join us as we deepen our practice together through a program of live video conferences with Shaila Catherine. The online meetings will include guided meditations\, Dharma talks\, and question and answer sessions. \nRegistration is required. Scroll down to choose a ticket level. Registration may close a few days prior to the retreat\, so don’t wait to the last minute! \nMore information and a link to join the zoom video conferences will be emailed to registrants a few days prior to the retreat. \nThis retreat is appropriate for all levels of meditators—beginning\, intermediate\, and experienced practitioners. \n\nRETREAT SCHEDULE (Times are given in Pacific Time\, San Francisco) \n\n\nFriday\n4:30 – 6:00 PM– Opening Session – Guided Meditation and Dhamma Talk \n\n\nSaturday\n8:00 – 8:45 AM – Morning Meditation\n11:00 – 1:00 AM – Session One\n3:00 – 5:00 PM – Session Two \n\n\nSunday\n8:00 – 8:45 AM – Morning Meditation\n11:00 – 1:00 AM – Session One\n3:00 – 5:00 PM – Session Two \n\n\nRETREAT SCHEDULE (Times are given in Eastern Time\, Boston) \n\n\nFriday\n7:30 – 9:00 PM – Opening Session – Guided Meditation and Dhamma Talk \n\n\nSaturday\n11:00 – 11:45 AM – Morning Meditation\n2:00 – 4:00 PM – Session One\n6:00 – 8:00 PM – Session Two \n\n\nSunday\n11:00 – 11:45 AM – Morning Meditation\n2:00 – 4:00 PM – Session One\n6:00 – 8:00 PM – Session Two \n\nVisit our Founding Teacher page for biography and photograph of the teacher. \nQuestions?: For more information contact sit \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay \n\nRegistration: Registration is required for this course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register\, select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. \nCourse Fee: The non-refundable registration fee is based on a sliding scale of $660 to $260. The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited financial means. If you pay at the mid to high range of the sliding scale\, your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and also supports the teacher. Our teacher relies upon the generosity of students for her livelihood\, so we encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. Thank you for your generosity! The ticketing process will give you the option of paying by credit card\, Pay Pal\, or by mailing a check. \nTeacher Dana: Donations to support the teacher are much appreciated. Opportunities to give are shown on our Donate page. The Standard\, Base\, and Scholarship Rates do not include Teacher Dana. You may include teacher dana in your registration fees by choosing a higher ticket option\, or you may make a separate donation to teacher dana at the end of the retreat. \nScholarship Assistance: A scholarship rate of a 30% discount is offered for those with financial need; you may use the code less30% to self-select this scholarship. Full scholarships are offered to monastics. For inquiries\, contact the registrar at meditate. \nTax Deductions: The base\, standard\, and scholarship rates do not include teacher dana and are not tax deductible. By selecting a ticket level above the base rate\, you will be contributing to teacher dana and the amount above the base rate will be considered a voluntary tax deductible Teacher Dana contribution. \nCancellation Policy: All fees and payments are non-refundable. If you cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for either a future IMSB or Bodhi-Retreats program. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first meeting are not eligible for the voucher credit and are non-refundable. \nMailing List\nPlease JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to receive notifications about future events.
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LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study,Online Programs,Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:Concentration\, Jhana and Breath Retreat | in California
DESCRIPTION:Registration has closed.\nConcentration\, Jhana\, and the 16 Steps of Mindfulness with Breathing\na 10-night Meditation Retreat in California\nled by Shaila Catherine\nTuesday\, May 7\, 2024 – Friday\, May 17\, 2024\n \nThe retreat begins with registration from 2:30 – 3:30 pm on Tuesday\, May 7. The retreat ends at 11:45 am on Friday\, May 17 followed by an optional lunch for those who wish to stay for the community meal. \nPartial attendance is 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 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. \nMeetings 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 with the intention to develop the jhanas; others may emphasize vipassana or 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. 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 the first half of Focused and Fearless by Shaila Catherine\, and the Anapanasati Sutta. You may download the sutta at: https://suttacentral.net/mn118/en/bodhi \nSITE FEATURES: This 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-minute drive from Pescadero State Beach\, and about a 1-hour drive from either the San Francisco Airport or the San Jose Airport. This retreat center is convenient to reach\, and yet offers a secluded and intimate environment for deep meditation practice. You will enjoy the benefits of natural beauty\, a spacious meditation hall\, comfortable accommodations\, delicious meals\, and access to walking trails. The center is nestled in a majestic redwood forest\, adjacent to county parks and open space preserves. Just a few minutes’ walk from the meditation hall you will find yourself strolling along creek side paths\, surrounded by the powerful serenity of the redwood forest. \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. \nThe retreat begins with registration at 2:30 pm on Tuesday\, May 7; it ends with an optional noon lunch on Friday\, May 17. 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 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: April 27. Registration has closed. \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. RV camping with hook ups are available. 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\,400 sliding scale (estimated actual cost for single is $2600)\nDouble occupancy sliding scale: $2500 – $2100 (estimated actual cost for double occupancy is $2300)\nCamping in personal tent or RV sliding scale: $2300 – $1800 (estimated actual cost for camping is $2000)\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 $2600 for a single room\, $2300 for a shared room\, and $2000 for camping. 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. Partial attendees will likely be housed in double occupancy rooms unless single rooms remain available 1 month prior to the retreat. You may contact the registrar to determine if single rooms for partial attendance are available. \nThe rates for partial attendance below are listed as single occupancy. Take 15% off the single rate for double accommodations\, and take 20% off for camping. \n\n3 nights (Tuesday–Friday) is $1200\n4 nights (Tuesday–Saturday) is $1\,500\n5 nights (Tuesday–Sunday) is $1800\n6 nights (Tuesday–Monday) is $2100\n7-9 nights is same as full retreat: single $3000 – $2400 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?: meditation3bodhicourses \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/rg2024/
LOCATION:Redwood Glen Retreat Center\, 100 Wright Drive\, Loma Mar\, CA\, 94021
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:ONLINE RETREAT: Stages of Insight
DESCRIPTION:Stages of Insight\nA Weekend ONLINE AT-HOME Meditation Retreat\nwith Shaila Catherine \nNovember 10 – 12\, 2023 \nThis at-home online weekend retreat will explore the traditional map of Buddhist insight meditation practice known as the Sixteen Insight Knowledges. We will see how contemplating experience as impermanent\, unsatisfactory\, and not-self develops through a series of knowledges that culminate in the realization of nibbana. \nPlease join us as we deepen our practice together through a program of live video conferences with Shaila Catherine. The online meetings will include guided meditations\, Dharma talks\, and question and answer sessions. \nRegistration is required. Scroll down to choose a ticket level. Registration will close about 3 days prior to the retreat\, so don’t wait to the last minute! \nMore information\, an expanded schedule\, and a link to join the video conferences will be emailed to registrants a few days prior to the retreat. \nThis retreat is appropriate for beginning\, intermediate\, and experienced practitioners. \nHIGHLY RECOMMENDED: Please purchase the book\, Wisdom Wide and Deep by Shaila Catherine. This weekend retreat will address topics that are addressed in chapters 11 – 18 of Wisdom Wide and Deep. \nRETREAT SCHEDULE (Times are given in Pacific Time PDT) \nFriday\n5:30 – 7:00 pm – Opening Session \nSaturday\n8:00 – 8:45 am – Morning Meditation\n10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Morning Session\n2:00 – 4:00 pm – Afternoon Session \nSunday\n8:00 – 8:45 am – Morning Meditation\n10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Morning Session\n2:00 – 4:00 pm – Afternoon Session \nVisit our Founding Teacher page for biography and photograph of the teacher. \nQuestions?: For more information contact sit \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay \n\nRegistration: Registration is required for this course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register\, select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. \nCourse Fee: The non-refundable registration fee is based on a sliding scale of $625 to $225. The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited financial means. If you pay at the mid to high range of the sliding scale\, your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and also supports the teacher. Our teacher relies upon the generosity of students for her livelihood\, so we encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. Thank you for your generosity! The ticketing process will give you the option of paying by credit card\, Pay Pal\, or by mailing a check. \nTeacher Dana: Donations to support the teacher are much appreciated. Opportunities to give are shown on our Donate page. The Base Rate and Scholarship Rate do not include Teacher Dana. \nScholarship Assistance: A scholarship rate of 30% discount is offered for those with financial need. Full scholarships are offered to monastics. To request the coupon code to enable registration with the scholarship discount\, contact the registrar at meditate. \nTax Deductions: The basic registration fee and the scholarship rate do not include teacher dana and are not tax deductible. By selecting a ticket level above the base rate\, you will be contributing to teacher dana and the amount above the base rate will be considered a voluntary tax deductible Teacher Dana contribution. \nCancellation Policy: All fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for either a future IMSB or Bodhi-Retreats program. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first meeting are not eligible for the voucher credit and are non-refundable. \nMailing List\nPlease JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to receive notifications about future events.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/online-retreat-stages-of-insight/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study,Online Programs,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://www.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://www.imsb.org/event/georgia2023/
LOCATION:Calvin Center\, 13550 Woolsey Road\, Hampton\, GA\, 30228
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:Retreat in Michigan: Loving Kindness\, Concentration\, & Jhana Factors
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed for this retreat.\nCultivating Loving Kindness\, Concentration\, and the Jhana Factors\nwith Shaila Catherine\nTuesday\, August 22\, 2023 – Thursday\, August 31\, 2023\nPartial attendance can be arranged for the first 3 nights. \nLOVING KINDNESS (mettā) is a profound quality of friendliness toward all of life. Mettā meditation cultivates a heartful wish that all beings be happy\, beginning with ourselves and gradually expanding the field of loving kindness to embrace those who we love\, and those who are difficult to love\, until this caring radiates to all beings without exception. Loving kindness meditation 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. Through the practice of mettā we cultivate deep joy\, develop the five jhāna factors that support meditative absorption and a beautiful mind\, and incline toward what Buddhist texts describe as a vast\, exaulted\, and “immeasurable liberation of the mind through loving kindness.” \nThis retreat will offer instructions for a variety of approaches to mettā practice including the use of specific beings\, groups of beings\, all beings\, and radiating the beautiful force of mettā in specific directions\, all directions\, and all realms. Guided meditations and dhamma teachings will help develop a mind free from hostility and ill will that is supported by the jhana factors and able to attain the concentrated states of jhanā via mettā practice. There will be alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, question and answer sessions\, self-scheduled practice periods\, and small group discussions with the teacher. \nSITE FEATURES: Colombiere Retreat and Conference Center is a comfortable Jesuit retreat center located in woodlands about a one hour drive north of Detroit\, Michigan. Colombiere offers a serene environment for meditation and contemplation. It boasts spacious grounds with gardens and pathways that invite quiet walks\, and is surrounded by walking trails through pine and oak forests. \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. \nThe retreat begins with registration at 2:30 pm on the first day; it ends shortly before noon on the last day and does not include lunch. 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 or arrive early to ensure an on-time arrival at the retreat. Early-arrival accommodations on Monday August 21 are available with an additional fee. \nTO REGISTER: \nRegistration is now closed for this retreat.\nPlease use the online form at the link below to submit your registration and waiver forms. \n\nRegistration Form: https://www.imsb.org/form-ccrc2023/\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 handicapped accessible. Accommodations include comfortable single or double rooms. Most rooms share a bathroom down the hall; a few rooms with ensuite bathrooms are available with an additional fee of $250. See the application form for accommodation options and details. \nCOST: 9 nights (fees cover accommodation and meals). In addition\, there will be an opportunity to donate to the teacher 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: 9 nights is $2\,600 – $1\,900 sliding scale (estimated actual cost for single is $2300)\nDouble occupancy sliding scale: $2300 – $1700 (estimated actual cost for double occupancy is $1950)\nA limited number of rooms (for either singles or doubles) have ensuite bathrooms available for a supplemental fee of $250\nEarly arrival fee of $180 covers sleeping accommodations Monday\, August 21 and lunch August 22. Individuals are responsible for their own meals on Monday August 21\, and breakfast August 22.\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 $2300 for a single room\, $1950 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\, please apply for a scholarship through https://opendharmafoundation.org\, or contact our registrar for scholarship assistance through the IMSB/Bodhi-Retreats/Still Mountain scholarship funds. \nPARTIAL ATTENDANCE may be arranged for the first 3 or 5 nights\, but priority is given to full retreat participants. If you can attend for 6–9 nights\, please use the full retreat sliding scale. 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. \n\n3 nights (Tuesday–Friday) for single occupancy is $1200 – $700 sliding scale (estimated actual cost for single is $900)\n3 nights (Tuesday–Friday) for double occupancy is $1100 – $600 sliding scale (estimated actual cost for double is $800)\n5 nights (Tuesday–Sunday) for single occupancy is $2000 – $1200 sliding scale (estimated actual cost for single is $1500)\n5 nights (Tuesday–Sunday) for double occupancy is $1900 – $1050 sliding scale (estimated actual cost for double is $1400)\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?: meditation2bodhicourses \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi Retreats\, Insight Meditation South Bay\, and Still Mountain Buddhist Meditation Center
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/michigan-metta-retreat/
LOCATION:Colombiere Conference and Retreat\, 9075 Big Lake Road\, Clarkston\, MI\, 48346\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:Retreat in California: Body\, Impermanence\, and Death
DESCRIPTION:Liberating Meditations on the Body\, Impermanence\, and Death\nA 10-day meditation retreat with Shaila Catherine\nTuesday\, May 9 – Friday May 19\, 2023\nat Redwood Glen\, 100 Wright Drive\, Loma Mar\, CA 94021 \n“Mindfulness of death\, when developed and cultivated\, is of great fruit and benefit\, culminating in the deathless\, having the deathless as its consummation.”\n– Anguttara Nikaya 8.7 \nWestern societies seem adept at hiding death behind closed doors or in “sanitized” locations like hospitals and nursing homes. Most people rarely see corpses up close or witness the process of dying. Have we have lost access to the spiritual insights that a closer connection with death could bring? \nDeveloping mindfulness of our own death can protect the mind from complacency\, and inspire us to practice dharma with greater energy and sincerity. Formal death contemplation can prepare us for the inevitable event of dying\, help us to let go of latent fears\, stimulate profound insights into impermanence\, clarify priorities\, and abandon sensory attachments. \nMany forms of maranasati (mindfulness of death) are taught in Buddhist traditions. This retreat will begin with mindfulness of the body practices\, and then introduce specific Buddhist approaches to the contemplation of death through guided meditations that encourage the perception of impermanence\, develop ease with letting go\, and use visualizations of skeletons and decomposing corpses as a powerful means for exploring impermanence and nonattachment. Most simply\, we will practice remaining aware and balanced as we reflect on the fact that we will surely die. These contemplations can remove fear of death\, produce a sense of being at ease with the nature of things\, and support the development of mindfulness\, concentration\, and insight. \nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, small group discussions\, and teacher consultations. It is intended for meditators who are already familiar with mindfulness based practice\, and have previously attended at least one multi-day silent residential retreat. \nSITE FEATURES: This 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-minute drive from Pescadero State Beach\, and about a 1-hour drive from either the San Francisco Airport or the San Jose Airport. This retreat center is convenient to reach\, and yet offers a secluded and intimate environment for deep meditation practice. You will enjoy the benefits of natural beauty\, a spacious meditation hall\, comfortable accommodations\, delicious meals\, and access to walking trails. The center is nestled in a majestic redwood forest\, adjacent to county parks and open space preserves. Just a few minutes’ walk from the meditation hall you will find yourself strolling along creek side paths\, surrounded by the powerful serenity of the redwood forest. \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. \nThe retreat begins with registration at 2:30 pm on Tuesday\, May 9; it ends with an optional noon lunch on Friday\, May 19. 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 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://www.imsb.org/form-rg2023/\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. RV camping with hook ups are available. 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)\nCamping in personal tent or RV sliding scale: $2200 – $1500 (estimated actual cost for camping is $1800)\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\, $2200 for a shared room\, and $1800 for camping. 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. Partial attendees will likely be housed in double occupancy rooms unless single rooms remain available 2 months prior to the retreat. You may contact the registrar to determine if single rooms for partial attendance are available. \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\, and take 25% off for camping. \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?: meditation3bodhicourses \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/rg2023/
LOCATION:Redwood Glen Retreat Center\, 100 Wright Drive\, Loma Mar\, CA\, 94021
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:Florida: Retreat. Path of Awakening. Reg has closed.
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this retreat has closed. The retreat is full. \nFebruary 3 – 10\, 2023\nOrlando\, Florida \nThe Path Of Awakening: Cultivating Concentration and Insight\nThis silent Insight Meditation retreat will provide instructions for developing mindfulness\, concentration\, and insight. The meditation practices will be directed toward nurturing mindfulness of body and mind\, enjoying clarity of consciousness\, understanding our habitual patterns\, inclining toward peace\, and recognizing how full awareness enhances the potential for liberating insight. Daily dharma teachings and guidance from the teacher make this retreat suitable for both new and experienced practitioners. \nRequirements: Vaccination against COVID-19 is required to attend this retreat. This retreat will follow more stringent disease prevention procedures than is currently required by public health orders. For example\, participants will be required to take covid tests prior to traveling and during the retreat\, and wear a mask in common in-door areas such as the meditation hall and lounges for part or all of the retreat. The specific measures we will require will be determined shortly before the time of the retreat as we consider the ever changing situation. Only apply for this retreat if you are willing to comply with measures such as wearing a mask and testing—these are very likely to be required. \nFor more information and registration visit the Orlando Insight Meditation Group website at: https://orlandoinsightmeditation.org/2021/09/a-week-long-meditation-retreat-led-by-shaila-catherine-february-2023/
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/florida-insight-retreat-2023/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230115T000000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE RETREAT: Awakening Factors
DESCRIPTION:Registration ends at 2PM today.\nNourishing Seven Factors of Awakening\nA Weekend ONLINE AT-HOME Meditation Retreat\nwith Shaila Catherine \nJanuary 13 – 15\, 2023 \nThis at-home online  weekend retreat will nourish seven qualities that prepare the mind for awakening: mindfulness\, investigation\, energy\, joy\, tranquility\, concentration\, and equanimity. These Seven Awakening Factors mature into a bright\, balanced\, and peaceful mind that is imbued with deep concentration and ripe for insight. By cultivating these seven qualities meditators refine and balance their meditation practice\, and gradually incline the mind toward awakening. \nPlease join us as we deepen our practice together through a program of live video conferences with Shaila Catherine. The online meetings will include guided meditations\, Dharma talks\, question and answer sessions\, and small group discussions. \nRegistration is required. Scroll down to choose a ticket level. Registration will close about 3 days prior to the retreat\, so don’t wait to the last minute! \nMore information\, an expanded schedule\, and a link to join the video conferences will be emailed to registrants a few days prior to the retreat. \nThis retreat is appropriate for beginning\, intermediate\, and experienced practitioners. \nRETREAT SCHEDULE (Times are given in Pacific Time PDT) \nFriday\n5:30 – 7:00 pm – Opening Session \nSaturday\n8:00 – 8:45 am – Morning Meditation\n10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Morning Session\n2:00 – 4:00 pm – Afternoon Session \nSunday\n8:00 – 8:45 am – Morning Meditation\n10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Morning Session\n2:00 – 4:00 pm – Afternoon Session \nVisit our Founding Teacher page for biography and photograph of the teacher. \nQuestions?: For more information contact sit \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay \n\nRegistration: Registration is required for this course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register\, select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. \nCourse Fee: The non-refundable registration fee is based on a sliding scale of $625 to $225. The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited financial means. If you pay at the mid to high range of the sliding scale\, your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and also supports the teacher. Our teacher relies upon the generosity of students for her livelihood\, so we encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. Thank you for your generosity! The ticketing process will give you the option of paying by credit card\, Pay Pal\, or by mailing a check. \nTeacher Dana: Donations to support the teacher are much appreciated. Opportunities to give are shown on our Donate page. The Base Rate and Scholarship Rate do not include Teacher Dana. \nScholarship Assistance: A scholarship rate of 30% discount is offered for those with financial need. Full scholarships are offered to monastics. To request the coupon code to enable registration with the scholarship discount\, contact the registrar at meditate. \nTax Deductions: The basic registration fee and the scholarship rate do not include teacher dana and are not tax deductible. By selecting a ticket level above the base rate\, you will be contributing to teacher dana and the amount above the base rate will be considered a voluntary tax deductible Teacher Dana contribution. \nCancellation Policy: All fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for either a future IMSB or Bodhi-Retreats program. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first meeting are not eligible for the voucher credit and are non-refundable. \nMailing List\nPlease JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to receive notifications about future events.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/online-retreat-awakening-factors/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Programs,Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:Weekend Online Retreat: Mindfulness of Death
DESCRIPTION:Shaila Catherine will lead this ONLINE weekend meditation program on the theme of Mindfulness of Death \nOctober 8 and 9\, 2022  \nOrganized by the Dharma Zephyr Insight Meditation Community in Nevada. \nFor information and registration details\, visit the Dharma Zephyr Insight Meditation Community website at: https://dharmazephyr.org/event/mindfulness-of-death-an-online-weekend-retreat-via-zoom-with-shaila-catherine/ \nThis event is offered on the basis of generosity (dāna). Please offer whatever amount you wish to support the teacher and the Dharma Zephyr sangha.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/nevada-weekend-retreat/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
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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://www.imsb.org/event/beyond-distraction-10-night-retreat-in-georgia/
LOCATION:Ignatius House\, 6700 Riverside Drive NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30328\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Netherlands: Anapanasati Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Shaila Catherine will lead a retreat for Sangha Metta. \nJuly 1–15\, 2022\nin Naarden\, Netherlands \nTopic is Mindfulness with Breathing: Practicing the 16-steps of Anapanasati\nA Concentration and Insight Retreat \nThis retreat will emphasize mindfulness with breathing (anapanasati) to strengthen concentration\, explore routes to the absorption states of jhāna\, and illuminate the powerful role that right concentration plays on the path of awakening. \nPre-requisite: At least one week prior silent retreat experience. \nPreparation: Please read the Anapanasati Sutta: https://suttacentral.net/mn118/en/bodhi \nFor details and registration information visit the Sangha Metta website: https://sanghametta.corsizio.com/c/61b71adfa96b2989a420adff \n  \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/netherlands-anapanasati-retreat/
LOCATION:Naarden\, Netherlands\, Naarden\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Sangha Metta in Netherlands":MAILTO:Click on the link under organizer.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220615
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SUMMARY:Switzerland: Retreat on Anapanasati
DESCRIPTION:Shaila Catherine will lead a 10-day retreat on Mindfulness with Breathing: Practicing the 16-steps of Anapanasati\nA 10-day Concentration and Insight Retreat \nJune 15-25\, 2022\nat the Meditation Center of Beatenberg\nin Beatenberg\, Switzerland \nThis retreat will emphasize mindfulness with breathing (anapanasati) to strengthen concentration\, explore routes to the absorption states of jhāna\, and illuminate the powerful role that right concentration plays on the path of awakening. \nPre-requisite: At least one week prior silent retreat experience. \nPreparation: Please read the Anapanasati Sutta: https://suttacentral.net/mn118/en/bodhi  \nFor more information and registration details\, visit the Meditations-zentrum Beatenberg website at: https://karuna.ch/kurse/
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/switzerland-retreat-on-anapanasati/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220520
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SUMMARY:ONLINE RETREAT: Mindfulness of Death
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness of Death\nAn Online Weekend Retreat via Zoom\nWith Shaila Catherine\nAssisted by Peter Gilmore and Neil Stegall \nMay 20 ­– 22\, 2022 \nRegistration is required. Scroll down to choose a ticket level. Registration will close three days prior to the retreat\, so don’t wait to the last minute! \n“Mindfulness of death\, when developed and cultivated\, is of great fruit and benefit\, culminating in the deathless\, having the deathless as its consummation.”\n– Anguttara Nikaya 8.7 \nWestern societies are adept at hiding death. It occurs behind closed doors or in “sanitized” locations like hospitals and nursing homes. Most people rarely see corpses up close or witness the process of dying. It may seem that we have lost access to the spiritual insights that a closer connection with death could bring. \nDeveloping mindfulness of our own death can protect the mind from complacency\, and inspire us to practice dharma with greater energy and sincerity. Formal death contemplation can prepare us for the inevitable event of dying\, help us to let go of latent fears\, stimulate profound insights into impermanence\, clarify priorities\, and abandon sensory attachments. \nMany forms of maranasati (mindfulness of death) are taught in Buddhist traditions. Most simply\, we practice remaining aware and balanced as we reflect on the fact that we will surely die. These contemplations can remove fear of death and produce a sense of being at ease with the nature of things. \nThis online weekend at-home retreat will introduce a Buddhist approach to the contemplation of death and dying through a program of live video conferences with Shaila Catherine\, Peter Gilmore\, and Neil Stegall. The online meetings will include guided meditations\, Dharma talks\, question and answer sessions and discussions. \nRegistration is required. Scroll down to choose a ticket level. Registration will close about 3 days prior to the retreat\, so don’t wait to the last minute! \nZoom links will be emailed to registrants a few days prior to the retreat. \nRETREAT SCHEDULE \nTimes are given in Pacific Time (PDT) \nFriday\n5:30 – 7:00 pm        Opening Session\, Mindfulness of Death \nSaturday\n7:00 – 7:45am         Morning Meditation with Peter and Neil\n8:00 – 8:45am         Morning Guided Meditation with Shaila\n10:00– 12:00pm     Morning Teaching with Shaila\n1:30 – 3:30pm         Afternoon Teaching with Shaila\n4:15 – 5:30pm         Reflection and Discussion Group with Peter and Neil \nSunday\n7:00 – 7:45am         Morning Meditation with Peter and Neil\n8:00 – 8:45am         Morning Guided Meditation with Shaila\n10:00– 12:00pm     Morning Teaching with Shaila\n1:30 – 3:30pm         Afternoon Teaching with Shaila\n4:15 – 5:30pm         Reflection and Discussion Group with Peter and Neil \nVisit our Founding Teacher page for a biography and photograph of the teacher\, Shaila Catherine. \nQuestions? For more information contact meditate  \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay \n\nRegistration: Registration is required for this course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register\, select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. \nCourse Fee: The non-refundable registration fee is based on a sliding scale of $625 to $225. The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited financial means. If you pay at the mid to high range of the sliding scale\, your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and also supports the teacher. Our teacher relies upon the generosity of students for her livelihood\, so we encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. Thank you for your generosity! The ticketing process will give you the option of paying by credit card\, Pay Pal\, or by mailing a check. \nTeacher Dana: Donations to support the teacher are much appreciated. Opportunities to give are shown on our Donate page. The Base Rate and Scholarship Rate do not include Teacher Dana. \nScholarship Assistance: A scholarship rate of 30% discount is offered for those with financial need. Full scholarships are offered to monastics. To request the coupon code to enable registration with the scholarship discount\, contact the registrar at meditate. \nTax Deductions: The basic registration fee and the scholarship rate do not include teacher dana and are not tax deductible. By selecting a ticket level above the base rate\, you will be contributing to teacher dana and the amount above the base rate will be considered a voluntary tax deductible Teacher Dana contribution. \nCancellation Policy: All fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for either a future IMSB or Bodhi-Retreats program. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first meeting are not eligible for the voucher credit and are non-refundable. \nMailing List\nPlease JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to receive notifications about future events.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/16932/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Programs,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220503
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SUMMARY:Concentration\, Jhana\, and Breath - Retreat in Northern California
DESCRIPTION:Concentration\, Jhana\, and Breath: a 9-night Meditation Retreat in Northern California\nled by Shaila Catherine\nTuesday\, May 3\, 2022 – Thursday\, May 12\, 2022.\nRegistration will end at 12:00 noon (Pacific Time) on Friday\, April 22. \nNOTE: Vaccination against COVID-19 is required to attend this retreat.  \nThe retreat begins with registration from 2:00 – 3:30 pm on Tuesday\, May 3. The retreat ends at 11:30 am on Thursday\, May 12. Early arrivals can be arranged for Monday\, May 2. \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. \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. 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 the first half of 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.\nWe keep this retreat small (under 40 participants in non-pandemic years\, and considerably less when COVID restrictions are required) to enable in-depth guidance from Shaila. We have exclusive use of the retreat center for the duration of our program. Nestled in a quiet valley in Lake County of Northern California\, it offers a powerful and intimate environment for deep meditation practice. You will enjoy the benefits of natural beauty\, a spacious meditation hall\, access to walking trails\, an unheated pool and heated hot tub that may be used in silence. \nTO REGISTER: \nPlease use the online form at the link below to submit your registration and waiver forms. \n\nLink to Registration Form\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\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\nREQUIREMENTS: The 9-night retreat is designed for experienced students who are fully vaccinated to protect against COVID-19. 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. \nIf you wish to request an exception to the vaccination requirement\, contact the registrar. If extreme circumstances prohibit vaccination\, we will consider admitting a maximum of 2 unvaccinated participants who agree to strictly isolate for 14 days prior to the retreat\, can travel safely to the retreat\, and test negative for COVID-19 in the 3 days prior to the retreat. \nACCOMMODATIONS: The retreat facility is somewhat handicapped accessible. If you have mobility limitations\, please contact the registrar for details. \nThere are a variety of accommodations in cabins\, lodges\, and bunk rooms that include single\, double\, triple\, and quad occupancy. RV with hook up\, car camping\, tenting\, and two unheated wooden screened huts are also available. If you have a nice tent\, waterproof tarp\, and comfortable futon or sleeping pad then camping can be a delightful option at this retreat center. \nPlease note that this will be a non-smoking retreat.\nWe offer a nut-free meal plan to support those with severe nut allergies. \nCOST: Registration fees cover 9 nights and include administration\, accommodation and meals costs. There will be an opportunity to offer a donation to the teacher at the end of retreat. \nDue to precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we will not be assigning double occupancy rooms\, except for occasions when friends or couples register together. To provide single rooms we must leave the majority of beds unoccupied and run a very small retreat. Therefore\, most participants will need to select the single room option and a rate along the single room sliding scale. \n\nSingle occupancy sliding scale: $2800 – $1900 (estimated actual cost is $2300)\nCamping or double occupancy sliding scale for friends or couples sharing a room: $1900 – $1400 (estimated actual cost is $1650)\n\nThe estimated actual costs represent the amounts 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 the estimated actual costs. Inquire with the registrar if you need additional scholarship support to attend. \nMONASTIC SCHOLARSHIPS: A few monastic scholarships are available for this retreat. These scholarships provide either partial or full scholarships for ordained practitioners who do not have personal funds to pay retreat fees. To apply for a monastic scholarship\, please fill out the usual registration form at the above link. Include a note to the registrar requesting a monastic scholarship. Indicate whether you need a full scholarship\, or if you are able to contribute a portion of the fees. Suggest the amount that would be comfortable for you to contribute. Monastics are responsible for their own transportation costs. The scholarship grant covers room and board for the duration of the retreat. Apply early—monastic scholarship requests must be received at least 2 months prior to the start of the retreat. \nPARTIAL RETREAT OPTIONS: Registration options for partial retreat attendance are below. Priority will be given to students who are registering for the full 9-nights course. Applicants for partial attendance will be placed on a wait list which will be reviewed approximately 2 months prior to the retreat and confirmed if space is available. To apply for partial attendance\, you must submit the registration application and deposit. \nPartial Attendance Rates: \n\n3 nights (Tuesday–Friday) – Camping or doubles attending together $720; Singles $990.\n4 nights (Tuesday–Saturday) – Camping or doubles attending together $940; Single $1300.\n5 nights (Tuesday–Sunday) – Camping or doubles attending together $1150; Single $1600.\n6 nights (Tuesday–Monday) – Camping or doubles attending together $1350; Single $1890.\n7-8 nights uses the sliding scale for the full retreat: Camping or doubles attending together $1900 – $1400; Single $2800 – $1900.\n\nWORK STUDY POSITIONS: Two or three people may register for a work-study retreat. These service roles have a registration fee of $800 and involve 3-4 hours of work per day (mostly kitchen work\, grocery shopping in advance of the retreat\, managing yogi jobs). Work-study arrival should be on Monday May 2 to help set up the retreat. Inquire with the registrar for more information about service roles. \nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teacher(s) at the end of the retreat. \nQUESTIONS?: Retreat registrar\, Jennifer Johnson at meditation3bodhicourses \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/concentration-jhana-and-breath-retreat-in-northern-california/
LOCATION:Saratoga Springs Retreat Center\, 10243 Saratoga Springs Road\, Upper Lake\, 95485\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar - Jennifer":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:ONLINE RETREAT: Happiness
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Happiness & Joy\nA Weekend ONLINE Meditation Retreat\nwith Shaila Catherine \nMarch 25 – 27\, 2022 \nThis at-home online  weekend retreat will explore the place of profound happiness in Buddhist practice. Although Buddhism is reputed to emphasize teachings on suffering\, the path is infused from beginning to end with contentment and joy. This program will highlight the essential role that happiness plays in the development of our practice\, from the enhancement of daily ease and well-being\, to the bliss that can saturate the mind during meditation\, and finally to the unsurpassed peace that comes with awakening. \nPlease join us as we deepen our practice together through a program of live video conferences with Shaila Catherine. The online meetings will include guided meditations\, Dharma talks\, question and answer sessions\, and small group discussions. \nRegistration is required. Scroll down to choose a ticket level. Registration will close about 3 days prior to the retreat\, so don’t wait to the last minute! \nMore information\, an expanded schedule\, and a link to join the video conferences will be emailed to registrants a few days prior to the retreat. \nThis retreat is appropriate for beginning\, intermediate\, and experienced practitioners. \nRETREAT SCHEDULE (Times are given in Pacific Time PDT) \nFriday\n5:30 – 7:00 pm – Opening Session – Buddhist Perspectives on Happiness & Joy \nSaturday\n8:00 – 8:45 am – Morning Meditation – Cultivating Joy in Meditation\n10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Morning Session – Gladness\, Kindness\, and the Bliss of Non-remorse\n2:00 – 4:00 pm – Afternoon Session – Joy of Renunciation \nSunday\n8:00 – 8:45 am – Morning Meditation – Cultivating Joy in Meditation\n10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Morning Session – Joy of Seclusion\n2:00 – 4:00 pm – Afternoon Session – Joy of Liberation \nVisit our Founding Teacher page for biography and photograph of the teacher. \nQuestions?: For more information contact meditate \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay \n\nRegistration: Registration is required for this course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register\, select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. \nCourse Fee: The non-refundable registration fee is based on a sliding scale of $625 to $225. The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited financial means. If you pay at the mid to high range of the sliding scale\, your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and also supports the teacher. Our teacher relies upon the generosity of students for her livelihood\, so we encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. Thank you for your generosity! The ticketing process will give you the option of paying by credit card\, Pay Pal\, or by mailing a check. \nTeacher Dana: Donations to support the teacher are much appreciated. Opportunities to give are shown on our Donate page. The Base Rate and Scholarship Rate do not include Teacher Dana. \nScholarship Assistance: A scholarship rate of 30% discount is offered for those with financial need. Full scholarships are offered to monastics. To request the coupon code to enable registration with the scholarship discount\, contact the registrar at meditate. \nTax Deductions: The basic registration fee and the scholarship rate do not include teacher dana and are not tax deductible. By selecting a ticket level above the base rate\, you will be contributing to teacher dana and the amount above the base rate will be considered a voluntary tax deductible Teacher Dana contribution. \nCancellation Policy: All fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for either a future IMSB or Bodhi-Retreats program. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first meeting are not eligible for the voucher credit and are non-refundable. \nMailing List\nPlease JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to receive notifications about future events.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/online-retreat-happiness/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Programs,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Event Coordinator":MAILTO:To find email click on Event Coordinator above
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211113
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SUMMARY:Massachusettes: Study Retreat on Anapanasati
DESCRIPTION:The Buddha’s Teachings on Mindfulness of Breathing\nwith Shaila Catherine\nNovember 12-18\, 2021 \nThis course will explore the practice and study of ānāpānasati\, the Buddha’s sixteen step-by-step instructions on Mindfulness with Breathing. Mindfulness with breathing is considered to be one of the most important meditation subjects in the Nikāyas — it is a profound and versatile practice that frees the mind from hindrances\, cultivates clarity\, joy\, and concentration\, produces insight into impermanence\, and leads directly to the realization of nibbana.\nOur study will focus on the Ānāpānasati Sutta (MN 118). We will read it along with several additional discourses found in the Ānāpānasati Saṃyutta (SN 54) and the Middle Length Discourses to expand our understanding of the purposes for undertaking mindfulness with breathing\, and the contexts in which the Buddha taught this comprehensive meditative training.\nWe will apply the sixteen steps as a systematic meditative training\, and also discuss ways that several modern meditation teachers have interpreted this practice. \nFor information and registration details visit the website for the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies: https://www.buddhistinquiry.org/course/the-buddhas-teachings-on-mindfulness-of-breathing/ \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/massachusettes-study-retreat-anapanasati/
LOCATION:Barre Center for Buddhist Studies\, 149 Lockwood Barre\, Barre\, MA\, 01005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210920
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SUMMARY:ONLINE RETREAT: Deepening Concentration
DESCRIPTION:Deepening Concentration\nWith Shaila Catherine\nAn At-home Online Retreat\nRegistration is required. Scroll down to choose a ticket level. Registration will close about 3 days prior to the retreat\, so don’t wait to the last minute!\nThis at-home online retreat will encourage the deepening of concentration through a relaxed and skilled development of mindfulness with breathing. The teachings will explore the role of concentration on the liberating path. Shaila will guide meditations\, and share techniques gleaned from her extensive experience with jhana practice. This program will illuminate the powerful role that right concentration plays on the path of awakening.  \nBoth new and experienced meditators are welcome.  \nPlease join us as we deepen our practice together through a program of live video conferences with Shaila Catherine. The online meetings will include guided meditations\, Dharma talks\, question and answer sessions\, and small group discussions.  \nMore information\, an expanded schedule\, and a link to join the video conferences will be emailed to registrants a few days prior to the retreat. \n  \nRETREAT SCHEDULE (Times are given in Pacific Time PDT) \nFriday\n5:30 – 7:00 pm – Opening Session – How Relaxation and Energy Support Concentration \nSaturday\n8:00 – 8:45 am – Morning Meditation – Focused Attention and Breath\n10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Morning Session – Removing Obstacles to Concentration\n2:00 – 4:00 pm – Afternoon Session – Strengthening the Factors of Concentration \nSunday\n8:00 – 8:45 am – Morning Meditation – Developing Meditative Stability and Ease\n10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Morning Session – Benefits of Concentration \nVisit our Founding Teacher page for biography and photograph of the teacher\, Shaila Catherine. \nQuestions?: For more information contact meditate \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay \nRegistration: Registration is required for this course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register\, select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page.  \nCourse Fee: The non-refundable registration fee is based on a sliding scale of $600 to $190. The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited financial means. If you pay at the mid to high range of the sliding scale\, your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and also supports the teacher. Our teacher relies upon the generosity of students for her livelihood\, so we encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. Thank you for your generosity! The ticketing process will give you the option of paying by credit card\, Pay Pal\, or by mailing a check. \nTeacher Dana: Donations to support the teacher are much appreciated. Opportunities to give are listed on our Donate page. The Base Rate and Scholarship Rate do not include Teacher Dana. \nScholarship Assistance: A scholarship rate of $105 is offered for those with very limited financial means. To request a scholarship\, contact the registrar at meditate. \nTax Deductions: The basic registration fee (Base Rate of $190) and the scholarship rates do not include teacher dana and are not tax deductible. By selecting a ticket level above $190\, you will be contributing to teacher dana and the amount above $190 will be considered a voluntary tax deductible contribution. In January of the following year\, the treasurer will mail a letter acknowledging all donations made in the preceding year for your tax records. \nCancellation Policy: All fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for either a future IMSB or Bodhi-Retreats program. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first meeting are not eligible for the voucher credit. \nMailing List\nYou may to receive a notifications about future events.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/online-retreat-deepening-concentration/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Programs,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210810
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UID:10009184-1628553600-1630454399@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Concentration\, Jhana\, and Breath - Two 10-night Retreats in Southern California
DESCRIPTION:In-depth meditation with sixteen steps of anapanasati samadhi\nled by Shaila Catherine\nTHIS RETREAT IS NOW CLOSED (updated Aug 17).\nFull Retreat: August 10-31\, 2021\nPart One: August 10-20\, 2021\nPart Two: August 21-31\, 2021 \nLocation: Big Bear Retreat Center\, Southern California \nNOTE: Vaccination against COVID-19 is required to attend this retreat.  \nThese two back to back 10-day retreats will provide the opportunity to sit for 3 weeks. \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 practice both concentration and insight inconjunction with mindfulness of breathing. Teachings on Part One will emphasize the development of concentration; teachings on Part Two will emphasize liberating insight. \nThis retreat offers a special opportunity to train in concentration\, jhana\, and insight 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. \nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, and teacher consultations. See our Concentration and Jhana FAQ page for more information about developing concentration and the absorption states of jhana. \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 \nWe keep this retreat small to enable in-depth guidance from Shaila (under 40 participants in a normal year\, and much smaller (about 25) until the pandemic subsides). \nABOUT THE SITE: Big Bear Retreat Center is located in the serenity of the forest outside Los Angeles\, CA at a 7000′ elevation. It is a 90-minute drive from the nearest airport—Ontario Airport in Riverside\, CA. \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\nLink to registration form: BB2021 Registration Form \nParticipants must be vaccinated and agree to abide by our guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19. A question in the registration form asks if you agree to comply: Covid-Guidelines \nREQUIREMENTS: This retreat is designed for experienced students who are fully vaccinated to protect against COVID-19. 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: Accommodations are in 3-4 room cabins. Some rooms have ensuite and others have shared bathrooms. Individual cabin rooms are either double or single occupancy. A camping option is not currently offered because separate bathroom facilities are not available for campers. Three meals a day will be offered with omnivore and vegetarian options. If you have mobility limitations\, please contact the registrar for details. \nPlease note that this will be a non-smoking retreat. \nCOSTS: Registration fees cover accommodations\, meals\, and basic administrative expenses. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teacher at the end of the retreat. \nIf you are registering after July 1\, please send the full payment rather than just the deposit with your application.. \nUpdated Aug 1: Due to precautions regarding the spread of COVID-19\, the double occupancy rate is only available to couples or friends who are arriving together and agree to share the room. We cannot arrange double accommodations.\nMost participants will need to select the single room option and a rate along the single room sliding scale. Contact the registrar if you need financial assistance to attend the retreat.  \nCOST for 10-nights: \n\nSingle occupancy sliding scale: $2800 – $1950 (estimated actual cost is $2300)\nDouble occupancy only available for couples or friends who arrange to stay together: $1900 – $1400 (estimated actual cost is $1650)\n\nThe estimated actual costs represent the amount that we would have charged to cover costs for accommodations\, food\, and administrative expenses if we had used a fixed rate instead of a sliding scale—$1650 for double accommodations\, and $2300 for single accommodations per each 10-night retreat. \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 the estimated actual cost. Inquire with the registrar if you need additional scholarship support or a payment plan to attend. \nWORK STUDY POSITIONS: 8/4/21 Two work-study positions have just become available. If you are interested in attending in a service role\, fill out the registration form and email the registrar right away! Two or three people may register for a work-study retreat. These service roles have a registration fee of $1100 per 10-night retreat\, and involve approximately 4 hours of work per day (mostly kitchen work\, and housekeeping). Work-study arrival is on August 9 or August 20 to help set up the retreat. Inquire with the registrar for more information about these service roles. \nMONASTIC SCHOLARSHIPS: Several monastic scholarships are available for this retreat. These scholarships provide either partial or full scholarships for ordained practitioners. Full scholarships are intended for monastics who do not earn money\, and do not have money to spend on fees. To apply for a monastic scholarship\, please fill out this registration form. Include a note to the registrar requesting a monastic scholarship. Indicate whether you need a full scholarship\, or if you are able to contribute a portion of the fees. Suggest the amount that would be comfortable for you to contribute. Monastics are responsible for their own transportation costs. The scholarship grant covers room and board for the duration of the retreat. \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?: awake \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/bb2021/
LOCATION:Big Bear Retreat Center\, 1000 Sugarpine Road\, Big Bear City\, CA\, 92315\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar - Jennifer":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210709
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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://www.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://www.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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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210515
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SUMMARY:Beyond Distraction - Retreat in California
DESCRIPTION:Due to the current shelter-in-place orders\, we have moved the retreat that was previously scheduled for January\, to new dates: May 4-14\, 2021.  \nThis retreat is open for registration! \nThis will be a very special retreat—a rare opportunity to practice with seclusion and intimacy. We will  limit attendance\, wear masks indoors\, increase ventilation\, practice social distancing\, have daily temperature checks and self-scheduled practice periods. We believe the site of Redwood Glen offers a responsible place for a small group retreat. There are private rooms with ensuite private baths\, an enormous dining hall and also outdoor seating in a beautiful Redwood forest. 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 our recent retreat in Georgia in September 2020.\n\nCOVID_Information-And-Guidelines_RedwoodGlen2021\nCOVID_Participant Quotes\n\nBeyond Distraction: Overcoming Distracting Thoughts\nA 10-day meditation retreat with Shaila Catherine\nTuesday\, May 4 – Friday May 14\, 2021.\nPartial attendance can be arranged but must start on the first day of the retreat. \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. \nThis retreat is suitable for practitioners of any level\, providing you have attended at least one prior silent residential retreat. \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. \nSITE FEATURES: This 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-minute drive from Pescadero State Beach\, and about a 1-hour drive from either the San Francisco Airport or the San Jose Airport. This retreat center is convenient to reach\, and yet offers a secluded and intimate environment for deep meditation practice. You will enjoy the benefits of natural beauty\, a spacious meditation hall\, comfortable accommodations\, delicious meals\, and access to walking trails. The center is nestled in a majestic redwood forest\, adjacent to county parks and open space preserves. Just a few minutes’ walk from the meditation hall you will find yourself strolling along creek side paths\, surrounded by the powerful serenity of the redwood forest. \nRegister now! Space is limited. \nWe usually keep this retreat small (under 36 participants) to enable in-depth guidance from Shaila. To increase social distancing due to the pandemic\, we are limiting attendance to 24 participants. \nThe retreat begins with registration at 2:00 pm on Tuesday\, May 4; it ends with an optional noon lunch on Friday\, May 14. 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 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\nLink to registration form: https://www.imsb.org/RG2021/\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\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\nThe retreat facility is somewhat handicapped accessible. Accommodations include comfortable hotel-style rooms with ensuite baths\, and a few dorm-style cabins. RV camping with hook ups are available. 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\, the double occupancy rate is only available to couples or friends who are arriving together and agree to share the room. Most participants will need to select the single room option and a rate along the single room sliding scale.  \n\nDouble occupancy sliding scale: $1900 – $1250 (estimated actual cost is $1600)\nSingle occupancy sliding scale: $2800 – $1900 (estimated actual cost is $2300)\n\nOur estimated actual costs for double accommodations and camping is $1600\, and for single accommodations it is $2300. These represent the amounts 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 the estimated actual costs. Inquire with the registrar if you need additional scholarship support to attend. \nPARTIAL ATTENDANCE: Partial attendance may be arranged for a stay of 3-6 nights\, but priority is given to full retreat participants. Partial attendees will likely be housed in double occupancy rooms. Contact the registrar to determine if single accommodations for partial attendance can be arranged. Retreats of 7-9 nights are priced using the sliding scale fee range for the full retreat\, and we discourage departures in the final days of the program. If a 7-9 night option is necessary for your participation\, contact the registrar in advance to determine if this will be possible at this retreat. \n\n3 nights (Tuesday–Friday) Double: $900 – $550 sliding scale; Single: $1080 – $690 sliding scale.\n4 nights (Tuesday–Saturday) Double: $1\,100 – $675 sliding scale; Single: $1440 – $920 sliding scale.\n5 nights (Tuesday–Sunday) Double: $1\,300 – $800 sliding scale; Single: $1800 – $1150 sliding scale.\n6 nights (Tuesday–Monday) Double: $1\,500-$950 sliding scale; Single: $2160 – $1380 sliding scale.\n\nContact the registrar for details about partial attendance. \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?: retreatregistration \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/beyond-distraction-retreat-in-california/
LOCATION:Redwood Glen Retreat Center\, 100 Wright Drive\, Loma Mar\, CA\, 94021
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-2":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:ONLINE RETREAT: Experiencing Insight
DESCRIPTION:Experiencing Insight\nWith Shaila Catherine\nAn At-home Online Retreat\nRegistration is required. Scroll down to choose a ticket level. Registration will close when full or  3 days prior to the retreat\, so don’t wait to the last minute!\nThis at-home online weekend retreat will include instructions for practicing insight meditation. The teachings will highlight ways to contemplate the impermanent\, unsatisfactory\, and not-self characteristics of experience—these are the key insights that lead to liberation.  \nPlease join us as we deepen our practice together through a program of live video conferences with Shaila Catherine. The online meetings will include guided meditations\, Dharma talks\, question and answer sessions\, and small group discussions.  \nMore information\, an expanded schedule\, and a link to join the video conferences will be emailed to registrants a few days prior to the retreat. All sessions will take place via Zoom.  \nRETREAT SCHEDULE (Times are given in Pacific Time PDT) \nFriday\n5:30 – 7:00 pm – Opening Session – The Experience of Insight \nSaturday\n8:00 – 8:45 am – Morning Meditation – Contemplating the Impermanence of Body and Mind\n10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Morning Session – Liberating Potential of Change\n2:00 – 4:00 pm – Afternoon Session – Radical Perception of Dukkha \nSunday\n8:00 – 8:45 am – Morning Meditation – What is Not-Self?\n10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Morning Session – Liberating Insights \nVisit our Founding Teacher page for biography and photograph of the teacher\, Shaila Catherine. \nQuestions?: For more information contact meditate \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay \nRegistration: Registration is required for this course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register\, select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page.  \nCourse Fee: The non-refundable registration fee is based on a sliding scale of $600 to $190. The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited financial means. If you pay at the mid to high range of the sliding scale\, your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and also supports the teacher. Our teacher relies upon the generosity of students for her livelihood\, so we encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. Thank you for your generosity! The ticketing process will give you the option of paying by credit card\, Pay Pal\, or by mailing a check. \nTeacher Dana: Donations to support the teacher are much appreciated. Opportunities to give are listed on our Donate page. The Base Rate and Scholarship Rate do not include Teacher Dana. \nScholarship Assistance: A scholarship rate of $105 is offered for those with very limited financial means. To request a scholarship\, contact the registrar at meditate. \nTax Deductions: The basic registration fee (Base Rate of $190) and the scholarship rates do not include teacher dana and are not tax deductible. By selecting a ticket level above $190\, you will be contributing to teacher dana and the amount above $190 will be considered a voluntary tax deductible Teacher Dana contribution. In January of the following year\, the treasurer will mail a letter acknowledging all donations made in the preceding year for your tax records. \nCancellation Policy: All fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for either a future IMSB or Bodhi-Retreats program. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first meeting are not eligible for the voucher credit. \nMailing List\nYou may to receive a notifications about future events.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/online-retreat-experiencing-insight/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Programs,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T020414
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UID:10009228-1609491600-1609520400@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Online Event with Shaila Catherine – Peace and Clarity
DESCRIPTION:Registration has closed for this event. \nStart the New Year with Clarity of Mind and a Peaceful Heart\nan at-home day of meditation with Shaila Catherine \nFriday\, January 1\, 2021\n9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Pacific Time \nJoin IMSB as we start the new year with the peace and clarity that meditation can bring to our lives.  The day will include teachings and guided mindfulness meditations offered through four Zoom sessions with Shaila Catherine. \nPlease choose one of the ticket options below to register. A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants a few days prior to the event. \nSCHEDULE \n\n9:00 – 10:00 Zoom Session 1 – Teachings and Guided Meditation\n10:00 – 10:45 Individual Walking Meditation\n10:45 – 12:00 Zoom Session  2 – Guided Meditation. Questions & Answers about Meditation Practice\n12:00 – 2:00 Lunch Break and Individual Practice\n2:00 – 3:00 Zoom Session 3 – Guided Meditation\n3:00 – 3:45 Individual Walking Meditation\n3:45 – 5:00 Zoom Session 4 – Teachings and Guided Meditation\n\n\nWHO SHOULD JOIN: This event is suitable for practitioners of any level of experience\, both beginning meditators and advanced practitioners. We welcome meditators near and far to join us for the online meditation experience. \nREGISTRATION: Registration is required for this course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register\, select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. \nCOURSE FEE: The sliding scale fee range is from $250 to $40. This includes support for IMSB and the teacher. The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited financial means. We encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation\, and find joy by supporting our teacher and IMSB. \nTAX DEDUCTIONS: The base registration fee of $80 is not tax deductible. Donations above the base rate will be considered voluntary contributions and are deductible for any amount that is over the base rate. Each January\, the IMSB treasurer sends donors letters that acknowledge the amount given in the previous year that is above the base rate; this serves as documentation for tax deduction purposes. \nCANCELLATION POLICY: All fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the event\, your registration fee (less a $25 processing fee) will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for a future IMSB program. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. \nDANA/DONATIONS: IMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Since we are using an online registration system for this online event\, we encourage you to give joyfully and generously by selecting the highest rate that is appropriate for your resources and means. Additionally\, donations are always gratefully accepted for both Teacher Dana and IMSB’s General Operations through our Donation Page where you will find alternative ways to give. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. Donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/new-years-event-with-shaila-catherine-peace-and-clarity/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Day-Long and Half Day,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Event Coordinator":MAILTO:To find email click on Event Coordinator above
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201026
DTSTAMP:20260505T020414
CREATED:20200709T025249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T002257Z
UID:10009211-1603411200-1603670399@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE RETREAT - Four Elements Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Registration has now closed.\nExploring Mindfulness of the Body and the Four Elements\nWith Shaila Catherine\nAn At-home Online Retreat\nRegistration is required. Scroll down to choose a ticket level. Registration will close at 2-3 days prior to the retreat\, so don’t wait!\nThis at-home online weekend retreat will include precise instructions and ample support for exploring the body as composed of the Four Great Elements. These practices are included in the first establishment of mindfulness presented in the Satipatthana Sutta. The four elements meditation practices are a traditional method for examining the body\, the nature of matter\, and all material experiences. \nPlease join us as we deepen our practice together through a program of live video conferences with Shaila Catherine. The online meetings will include guided meditations\, Dharma talks\, question and answer sessions\, and small group discussions. More information and a link to join the video conferences will be emailed after registering. \nRETREAT SCHEDULE (Times are given in Pacific Time PDT) \nFriday\n5:30 – 7:00 pm – Opening Session – Mindfulness of the Body \nSaturday\n8:00 – 8:45 am – Morning Meditation – Meditating on the Body\n10:00 am – 12:00 noon –  Morning Session – Discerning Earth and Wind\n2:00 – 4:00 pm – Afternoon Session – Discerning Fire and Water \nSunday\n8:00 – 8:45 am – Morning Meditation – The Nature of Matter\n10:00 am – 12:00 noon –  Morning Session – The Emptiness of Matter and Wrap Up. \nRecommended Reading: Wisdom Wide and Deep\, by Shaila Catherine. If you have access to this book\, please read the first 18 pages of Chapter 12\, Explorations of Matter: Four Elements Meditation to prepare for the weekend program. \nVisit our Founding Teacher page for biography and photograph of the teacher\, Shaila Catherine. \nQuestions?: For more information contact meditate \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay \n\n\nRegistration: Registration is required for this course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register\, select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. To register for a course\, you purchase one ticket\, which registers you for the entire course. You only need to register once; you do not need to register separately for each class session. \nCourse Fee: The non-refundable registration fee is based on a sliding scale of $600 to $190. The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited financial means. If you pay at the mid to high range of the sliding scale\, your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and also supports the teacher. Our teacher relies upon the generosity of students for her livelihood\, so we encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. Thank you for your generosity! The ticketing process will give you the option of paying by credit card\, Pay Pal\, or by mailing a check. \nTeacher Dana: Donations to support the teacher are much appreciated. Opportunities to give are listed on our Donate page. The Base Rate and Scholarship Rate do not include Teacher Dana. \nScholarship Assistance: A scholarship rate of $105 is offered for those with very limited financial means. Simply choose the $105 ticket below. \nTax Deductions: The basic registration fee (Base Rate of $190)\, and the scholarship tickets do not include teacher dana and are not tax deductible. By selecting a ticket level above $190\, you will be contributing to teacher dana and the amount above $190 will be considered a voluntary tax deductible Teacher Dana contribution. In January of the following year\, the treasurer will mail a letter acknowledging all donations made in the preceding year for your tax records. \nCancellation Policy: All fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for either a future IMSB or Bodhi-Retreats program. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first meeting are not eligible for the voucher credit. \nMailing List\nYou may  join our mailing list to receive a notifications about future events.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/online-retreat-four-elements-meditation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Programs,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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