Entering into simplicity

Touch into the ocean of meditation

Turtle gliding in the ocean beneath the surface ripples

Body like a mountain, heart like an ocean, mind like the sky -Dogen

This Anzac Weekend, step into the elemental beauty of Sudarshanaloka Retreat Centre in the Coromandel hills, and a simple programme of meditation, ritual and good company.

The programme will be suitable for newcomers with some experience, as well as those who are completely unfamiliar with our practices.

What to expect

A period of meditation (with leg stretches) between 7 and 9am, followed by breakfast
A talk, discussion and / or reflective practice from mid-morning until lunchtime
A spacious afternoon to enjoy the hills, rivers and forests
An early evening practice session, followed by dinner
An evening ritual practice
A short work period with others each day, as we share simple food preparation and clean-up over the retreat period.

Bookings close at midday, Monday 18 April.

Wondering how to get to Sudarshanaloka? More info here.

When

Start: 22 April 2022 at 6:30pm
Finish: 25 April 2022 at 11:00am

Cost

$310 / $270 / $230

Caring for each other's health

Before attending, please read our current Covid Guidelines. This is part of how we practice together.

Location

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Sudarshanaloka

Tararu Valley, Thames

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