Satipaṭṭhāna Practice Retreat

Mindfulness is the essential foundation of Buddhist practice that enables us to cultivate both insight and concentration. In this program, we will practice the four foundations of mindfulness as presented in the Satipatthāna Sutta and taught by Bhikkhu Anālayo. It is offered exclusively to those who have already completed Bhikkhu Anālayo’s Satipaṭṭhāna 9-week Immersive online program through BCBS. Mary Aubry, one of the facilitating teachers for Ven. Analayo’s Satipaṭṭhāna, Mindfulness of Breathing, and Brahmaviharas and Emptiness online programs, will teach the program. She will revisit Ven. Analayo’s meditation instructions and teachings in his book, Satipaṭṭhāna Meditation: A Practice Guide. We will attend in particular to whole-body awareness, the hub of Bhikkhu Anālayo’s Satipaṭṭhāna wheel. We will also explore welcoming, and meditatively working with the hindrances. This is a rare opportunity to deepen your Satipaṭṭhāna practice, the foundation for Bhikkhu Anālayo's other programs, with other experienced practitioners.  

Program Format: This program will include dharma talks, guided meditation, silent meditation, walking meditation, and large group discussions.

Noble Silence:

Noble silence will be observed during much of this program. Some contemplative exercises may involve mindful speaking and listening. Noble silence is to be upheld at all other times.

Experience Level:

Suitable for beginning and experienced practitioners.

Prerequisites:

Participants must have completed Bhikkhu Anālayo’s Satipatthāna 9-week Immersive online program through BCBS.

Cancellation Policy:

We understand that personal circumstances may require you to cancel your registration. In these cases, please contact us right away. If you cancel more than eight weeks before the program starts, you are eligible for a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. If you cancel between three and eight weeks before the program starts, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the deposit. Registration fees are nonrefundable less than three weeks before the program starts.

Lottery:

The lottery will close at 11:59 PM US Eastern Time on February 3, 2025.

Notifications will be sent on February 20, 2025. Payment will be due three days from notification of acceptance.