Spirit Rock

Concentration Retreat (9 nights)

Phillip Moffitt, Sally Clough Armstrong, Richard Shankman, Andrea Fella

Mon, Aug 16, 3:00 pm - Wed, Aug 25, 12:00 pm (9 nights)

upper Retreat Hall

Cost $1145 - $695, sliding scale, plus dana (donation) to the teacher(s) and retreat staff

FULL with waiting list, OPEN to commuters - Click to download registration forms and instructions

Concentration (samadhi) defined as the collection and unification of the mind, was emphasized by the Buddha as one of the aspects of the Eightfold Path. It can bring joy to your practice and develop the skillful use of pleasure in the meditative process. Whatever your level of practice, you can improve your Insight Meditation (Vipassana) by strengthening your concentration skills. Your ability to concentrate will develop in response to the attention you give it.

This retreat offers a series of techniques for staying on the meditation object for extended periods of time. We will explore the factors of concentration that lead to the deep absorption states known as jhana. Teachers will also give instruction for utilizing concentration during insight practice.

Prerequisite(s): Prior experience in insight meditation practice, including at least one 7-day retreat or two 5-day retreats

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As part of your registration process, please read the following: Accommodations, About the Retreat, Financial Aid and Travel Information. Also remember that the cost above is priced as a sliding scale. Please pay at the highest level of the sliding scale that you can afford. This allows others who need to pay less the opportunity to attend. Fee is for room and board. Teaching and staffing of the retreats is by donation at the end of the retreat. For more information, see Retreat FAQ.