Retreats

mindfulness retreat Blowholes, Carnarvon WA weekend July 4 - 6 Fri eve - Sun pm

Take a July weekend to enjoy deep meditation, dharma talks, and the inspiration of nature. We will use breath meditation and mahamudra techniques to move into a deep, calm state where we can explore our core questions, alone or with others, in dialogue or in silence.

We will explore ways in which we can take the wellbeing and mindfulness we develop in meditation into the rest of our lives. There will be group discussion times, and plenty of time for your questions.

If you would like a personal interview with the teacher there will be some time available during the weekend, or we can make a time for Monday 7 July in Carnarvon.

The retreat will be of benefit to meditators at all levels. The retreat is open to all, no previous experience necessary.

When: Friday evening - Sunday afternoon July 4 - 6. Times TBA
Where: Beach cabins, Blowholes 1 hr north of Carnarvon
Bring: Wear loose comfortable clothing. Notebook and pen. Drawing materials - paper (large - A3 or A2 size) and coloured pencils or pastels etc. Your favourite meditation cushion if you have one. Also plate(s) to share for meals - we will coordinate this before the retreat. You may need a swag or other bedding - please check with Faye.
Cost: $50 expenses for teacher's travel etc (check with Faye). Suggested donation to support the teacher $100-250 (about dana). No-one is turned away for lack of funds.
Info & registration: In Carnarvon: Faye ph 9941 2196. In Perth: email or ph Mana on 9284 4882

mindfulness retreat Mosman Park weekend July 18 - 20 Fri eve - Sun pm

weekend retreat (full-time, non-residential)

Take a July weekend to enjoy deep meditation, dharma talks, and a supportive group. We will use breath meditation and mahamudra techniques to move into a deep, calm state where we can explore our core questions, alone or with others, in dialogue or in silence.

We will explore ways in which we can take the wellbeing and mindfulness we develop in meditation into the rest of our lives. There will be group discussion times, and plenty of time for your questions.

The retreat will be of benefit to meditators at all levels. The retreat is open to all, no previous experience necessary.

When: Friday evening 7pm - Sunday afternoon 3 pm July 18 - 20
Where: 45a Harvey St, Mosman Park
Bring: Wear loose comfortable clothing. Notebook and pen. Drawing materials - paper (large - A3 or A2 size) and coloured pencils or pastels etc. Your favourite meditation cushion if you have one. Also plate(s) to share for meals - we will coordinate this before the retreat.
Cost: Suggested donation to support the teacher $100-250 (about dana). No-one is turned away for lack of funds.
Info & registration: email or ph Mana on 9284 4882

It is traditional to ask for teaching. If you would like to do a retreat in Perth or anywhere, ask. The chances are that others will be interested too, and it can happen.

Feedback on previous retreats

'I found the retreat to be a lovely and supportive space to deepen my meditation practice. I particularly enjoyed the sound meditations and the way sitting meditations were broken up with walking meditation and Tai Chi practice. My mind seemed to settle down after the first half day and an amazing stillness settled in, and I found myself inclining more and more towards that stillness and the peace and the joy that accompanies it.
It was wonderful to have friends on the path – the energy generated by people who willingly and with great joy want to look at their own mind states and understand them is a special experience.' Beth

'I realize now that participating in the Weekend retreat was a major step for me. Practicing meditation during an entire weekend helped me realize that this can be a natural, daily activity. As a result of the weekend, I have set up some space in my house, which is inviting for meditation. And I come to meditation more easily now.
I particularly liked experiencing various forms of meditation: sitting, walking, watching the light on leaves, watching the light through a crystal. This is encouraging me to bring more awareness and a calm mind into my daily activities, by stopping to watch the light, or walk mindfully.
As we were sharing with each other, I could appreciate your delicate guidance, which is encouraging me to explore some questions arising from deep within. I also value the sense of interconnectedness gained from sharing these moments with the friends on the path.
For all this, Thank you Mana.' Nathalie

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Mandalas

Many of our retreats and courses use artwork, discussion etc to extend and integrate the meditation exploration. Mandala practice is a wonderful method for integrating and balancing different aspects of our lives, for developing our intuition, and understanding the deeper currents in our lives. Most people find mandala work both enjoyable and enriching - even those who swear they cannot draw usually get a pleasant surprise!

Mandalas made by Fred, Julie, Romy and Cynthia