Please only register for one of the two formats: On-Land or Online.
Registration closes at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) on October 1, 2023. A waiting list will be created if the program fills early. A recording* will be available following the program.
Description:
Stressing out trying to settle the mind and “get concentrated?” Tired of trying to force your attention onto a narrow point of breathing and getting frustrated? In this daylong retreat, we’ll explore strategies for setting up the mind/heart, engaging with some contemplations that allow for natural and easeful settling into samādhi, rather than trying to force attention onto a tight location.
This retreat will include guided meditation, dharma reflections, and time for Q&A.
Our sliding scale options for this program include financial support for our teachers. Please consider paying at the highest rate that you can afford: your generosity supports teachers as well as Spirit Rock, staff, and your fellow practitioners.
On-Land Sliding Scale: (AK1G23)**
Benefactor – $160
Sustainer – $130
Base – $65
Scholarship Rate – $30
No Fees – $0
**Volunteer/Work Exchange opportunities may be available for the in-person program. For more information, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at volunteering@spiritrock.org.
Online Sliding Scale: (AK1Z23)
Benefactor – $108
Sustainer – $50
Base – $30
Scholarship Rate – $15
No Fees – $0
*Important Notes:
Access to Recording
- A recording will be available for all participants (on land & online) following the program in approximately 10 days. You will have ~90 days from the original program date to view the recording.
On-Land Attendees
- The on-land program will take place in the Community Meditation Center in the Great Hall.
- Bring a lunch and a water bottle. Lunch is not provided.
- This is NOT a residential retreat. Overnight accommodations are not provided.
COVID Safety Protocols for CMC Programs
- Vaccination + Booster (effective June 5, 2023): Not required; vaccination + booster (at least 1) strongly encouraged.
- Proof of Negative COVID Test (effective June 5, 2023): Not required; same-day COVID testing strongly encouraged.
- Masking: Optional, not required (since January 2023). If choosing to mask, masking type is your personal choice. Be sure to bring your own mask with you.
- PLEASE READ – Details on our current COVID-19 Safety Protocols for in-person Programs.
Cancellation Policy for On-Land Day Programs:
- NO REFUNDS.
- Open Credit or Donation to Spirit Rock = cancel 2 or more business days prior to program (Pacific Time)
- No Open Credit = cancel less than 2 business days prior
