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IMS\u2019s Retreat Center first opened its doors in 1976. It offers a yearly schedule of meditation courses, lasting from a weekend to three months. Most retreats are designed for both new and experienced meditators.<\/p>\n

Recognized insight meditation teachers from all over the world offer daily instruction and guidance in Buddhist meditations known as vipassana (insight) and metta (lovingkindness). While the context is the Buddha\u2019s teachings, these practices are universal and help us to deepen awareness and compassion.<\/p>\n

At regular intervals throughout a retreat, group or individual interviews with the teachers take place. A typical daily retreat schedule starts at 5:30 am and ends at 10 pm. The day is spent in silent practice with alternate periods of sitting and walking meditation, as well as a one-hour work-as-practice period.<\/p>\n

Meals are nutritious and vegetarian. Accommodations at the Retreat Center<\/a> are simple single rooms. Men and women do not share accommodations, and camping is not available.<\/p>\n

For a list of upcoming retreats, check out our Retreat Center Schedule:<\/p>\n

2025 Retreat Center Schedule<\/a><\/p>\n

2026 Retreat Center Schedule<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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