"Within this fathom-long body and mind is found all of the teachings." Buddha
This six-day residential retreat offers the opportunity for you to experience the teachings of the Buddha using the body as a gateway for insight and freedom.
The retreat will guide you in cultivating embodied self-awareness, rediscovering the organic rhythm of your being as a source of clarity and profound freedom. Connecting and trusting your inner rhythm becomes a foundation, empowering you to face life's challenges with intimacy, balance and ease.
The program will consist of various practices. At the core will be Insight Meditation practices which include guided meditation, walking meditation and talks reflecting the teachings of the Buddha. These will be supported by somatic practices (the Greek word soma means the body). These practices are designed to deepen the connection between body and mind as a way to support awakening, concentration and ease of body-mind-heart.
We will also be offering Mindful Movement sessions with music. These sessions are adapted from Biodanza, a deep methodology that supports learning to dance with life and rediscovering vitality and the pleasure of living.
Suitable for experienced and new meditators.
When: 19 July to 25 July 2024 (6 nights)
Times: Start: arrive from 4.00 pm on Friday 19 July
Finish at 2pm Thursday 25 July
Cost: for all meals and accommodation
Twin Share - $930
Single rooms - $1230
Concession (Twin Share) - $825, for full time students, pensioners and unemployed. If you need assistance and do not qualify for the concession you may wish to apply for a scholarship (see below)
For more information email Renata: rnatamalinau@hotmail.com
Donation: In keeping with a 2,500 year old tradition no fee has been charged for the teachings. At the end of the retreat you are invited to give a donation (dana) to express your appreciation and to support the teachers to continue their work.
To book your place and pay Click Here
Note: If you will be requesting a scholarship, please complete the registration form as well as the scholarship form below.
Scholarships
Scholarships for all SIM retreats are available for people who need assistance paying the full fee and do not qualify for the concession. Click here for more information.
About the Teachers
Alan Bassal - Click here for information
Renata Malinauskas - Click here for information