‘Right From the Start’ (Since 2010)
The course is an introduction to meditation that focuses on the fundamentals of meditation and their challenges.
Topics include:
•Basic concepts of mind training meditations
•Psychological challenges you may face in the practice
•Discernment of practice from theory
Successful completion of the course will lead to an invitation to continue a disciplined practice.
Nirodha Retreats Wordwide holds the rights to decide on inviting participants for further practice.
(There is no fee or any hidden charges for the course.)
For whom
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Beginners
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Those seeking a structured approach to learn meditation
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Long-time practitioners who would like to refresh their practice.
(We have observed that currently many who participate are urban professionals, who are seeking to deepen their spiritual practice.)
How to apply
1. Express interest in participation:
2. All applicants will be notified only if they are accepted to the program. Upon acceptance to the course, a tentative schedule will be provided.
3. Further information on participation will be sent to the participants.
(There must be a minimum of ten people for a course to be conducted, often creating a waitlist to reach the required numbers of participants. Bringing five or more friends could reduce the waitlist duration for you.)
We reserve the right to review all applicants for the course, prior to giving approval for participation.
Follow-on Courses
After completion of the RFS course the participant can :
1. Continue daily sitting practice with guidance from the teacher from time to time.
2. Be invited** to participate as a committed practitioner with weekly class at the centre.
Generosity
There are no fees for the Right From the Start course.
The Samadhikusala Foundation is a non-profit organisation that is supported solely by donations from yogis and Dhamma friends.