Dates: Friday, January 3rd - Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Location: Won Dharma Center, 361 NY-23, Claverack, NY 12513. Link to Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/uDoWEdEhRu5FfPxW8. Website: https://wondharmacenter.org/
Teachers: Chas DiCapua (https://www.dharma.org/teacher/chas-dicapua/) and Eowyn Ahlstrom (https://www.brown.edu/public-health/mindfulness/people/%C3%A9owyn-ahlstrom-med)
Format: During this meditation retreat, participants will take a vow of Noble Silence. This means that for the duration of the retreat, participants will refrain from speaking to one another and the use of electronics.
The daily schedule will comprise of an early wake up, followed by sitting and walking meditation throughout the day. This will be broken up by breakfast, lunch, and dinner where all meals will be vegetarian with vegan and gluten free options available.
Furthermore, there will also be a Dharma talk and an optional qigong/yoga period each day. There will also be small group meetings with teachers each day to ask questions about your practice.
Please note that although we will be holding to the vow of Noble Silence, if you are in need of any assistance, you will be reach out to a teacher or a retreat support membership for help.
Start and End Times: The retreat registration/check-in time will take place from 5-6 PM on the first day. We will end on noon of the last day.
Refund Policy: 50% refund up until October 1. After October 1, no refunds will be offered.