Online Retreat Schedule
Insight Retreats are opportunities to engage in full-time mindfulness training. The daily schedule includes periods of sitting and walking meditation, instructions, dharma talks, and practice discussion with teachers. Silence is maintained throughout most of the retreat.
- Cost: Our retreats are offered freely at no cost to anyone who participates. Most of the financial support for IRC comes from donations participants offer at the end of retreats. Their generosity is what allows others to participate in future retreats.
- Deposit: A refundable deposit via credit card is required to reserve a space in the retreat. Your card will only be charged if: (1) you are accepted into the retreat and cancel after the cancellation deadline, (three weeks before the start of the retreat), or (2) you are accepted into the retreat and do not attend.
- Lottery: All applications that come in during the first 3 weeks of registration are entered into a lottery. Those not selected can be placed on the Waiting List.
See our FAQ for Online Retreats for more information – E-Mail Us: info@insightretreatcenter.org
2 week Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal, & Online Practice Discussions with Diana Clark
May 4 to 18, 2025 - Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm (PT) End time: Sunday 11:15 am (PT)
Check-in Times: Check in promptly at one of the following times: Saturday, May 3rd at 6pm or Sunday, May 4th at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.
A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Diana Clark, the Online Teacher.
This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with Diana Clark, as the Online Teacher. There will also be spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).
FAQ - RETREAT FULL - APPLY ONLINE to be put on the WAITING LIST. AUDITOR spaces (with no teacher support) are still available for those with previous retreat experience. Apply, choose “prefer to Audit” on the application. You’ll be placed on the Wait List but then the registrar will get back to you to accept you as an auditor.- Requirements: Attended at least four, 7-day (or longer) silent Vipassana retreats
- Your application and $ 350 deposit must be received to be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 4/13/25.
- Questions: Contact the Registrar: Evelyn, evelyn@insightretreatcenter.org
1 week Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal, Nolitha Tsengiwe & Devon Hase, & Online Practice Discussions with Ying Chen
June 1 to 8, 2025 - Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm (PT) End time: Sunday 11:30 am (PT)
Check-in Times: Check in promptly at one of the following times: Sat, May 31 at 6pm; Sun, June 1 at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.
A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal, Nolitha Tsengiwe and Devon Hase, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Ying Chen, the Online Teacher.
This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil, Nolitha and Devon will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners and beginners familiar with basic insight meditation instruction and have practiced regularly for at least four months. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with Ying Chen, as the Online Teacher. There will also be some spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).
FAQ - APPLY ONLINE - Registration opened March 1, 2025- Submit your application and a $ 200 deposit. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 5/11/25.
- Questions: Contact the Registrar: Monica, monica@insightretreatcenter.org
3 day Online Insight Retreat with Liz Powell and Johnathan Woodside
June 20 to 22, 2025 - Start time: Friday, 7:00 am (PT) End time: Sunday 3:00 pm (PT)
Check-in Times: Check in promptly on Thursday, 6/20 at 6 am. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.
Join us for a transformative 3-day silent mindfulness retreat, conducted in the teachers' Zoom “meditation hall.” This retreat offers an immersive schedule, including periods of sitting and walking meditation, guided instructions, Dharma talks, and small-group practice discussions with the teachers. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this retreat provides a supportive space to deepen your practice. We invite participants to fully engage with the retreat schedule while understanding that flexibility may be necessary to accommodate home circumstances. Take this opportunity to cultivate mindfulness, insight, and inner peace from the comfort of your own home. This retreat does not offer spaces for Auditors.
FAQ - APPLY ONLINE - Registration opened March 20, 2025- Your application and $100 deposit must be received by 4/24/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 5/30/25.
- Questions: Contact the Registrar: Sandra S, sandra@insightretreatcenter.org
28 day Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal, & Online Practice Discussions with Ines Freedman
August 31 to September 27, 2025 - Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm (PT) End time: Saturday 12:00 pm (PT)
Check-in Times: Check in promptly Saturday, Aug 31st at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.
A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Ines Freedman, the Online Teacher.
This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners.
We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions with Ines Freedman. There spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).
FAQ - APPLY ONLINE - Registration opens April 30, 2025 - please check back then- Requirements: Attended at least four, 7-day (or longer) silent Insight retreats.
- Your application and $ 350 deposit must be received by 5/21/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 8/10/25.
- Questions: Contact the Registrar: Sandra G, sandrag@insightretreatcenter.org
1 week Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal & Andrea Castillo, & Online Practice Discussions with Mei Elliott
October 26 to November 2, 2025 - Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm (PT) End time: Sunday 11:30 am (PT)
Check-in Times: Check in promptly at one of the following times: Saturday, 10/25 at 6pm; Sunday, 10/26 at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.
A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Castillo, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Mei Elliott, the Online Teacher.
This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil and Andrea will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners and beginners familiar with basic insight meditation instruction and have practiced regularly for at least four months. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with the Online Teacher. There will also be some spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).
FAQ - APPLY ONLINE - Registration opens July 26, 2025 - please check back then- Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 8/16/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 10/5/25.
- Questions: Contact the Registrar: Kathryn, Kathryng@insightretreatcenter.org
1 week Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal & TBD, & Online Practice Discussions with Kodo Conlin
November 16 to 23, 2025 - Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm (PT) End time: Sunday 11:30 am (PT)
Check-in Times: Check in promptly at one of the following times: Sat, 11/15 at 6pm; Sun, 11/16 at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.
A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal and TBD, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Kodo Conlin, the Online Teacher.
This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil and TBD will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners and beginners familiar with basic insight meditation instruction and have practiced regularly for at least four months. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with the Online Teacher. There will also be some spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).
FAQ - APPLY ONLINE - Registration opens August 16, 2025 - please check back then- Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 9/6/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 10/26/25.
- Questions: Contact the Registrar: Helen, helen@insightretreatcenter.org
1 week Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal & Andrea Fella, & Online Practice Discussions with Liz Powell
November 30 to December 7, 2025 - Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm (PT) End time: Sunday 11:30 am (PT)
Check-in Times: Check in promptly at one of the following times: Sat, Nov 29 at 6pm; Sun, Nov 30 at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.
A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Liz Powell, the Online Teacher.
This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil and Andrea will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners and beginners familiar with basic insight meditation instruction and have practiced regularly for at least four months. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with Liz Powell, as the Online Teacher. There will also be some spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).
FAQ - APPLY ONLINE - Registration opens August 30, 2025 - please check back then- Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 9/20/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 11/9/25.
- Questions: Contact the Registrar: Barry, barry@insightretreatcenter.org
1 week Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal & Ines Freedman, & Online Practice Discussions with Kim Allen
January 25 to February 1, 2026 - Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm (PT) End time: Sunday 11:30 am (PT)
Check-in Times: Check in promptly Sunday, 1/25 at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat in the last few years.
A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal and Ines Freedman, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Kim Allen, the Online Teacher.
This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil and Ines will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners and beginners familiar with basic insight meditation instruction and have practiced regularly for at least four months. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with Kim Allen, as the Online Teacher. There will also be some spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).
FAQ - Registration opens October 25, 2025 - please check back then- Your application and $ 200 deposit must be received by 11/15/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 1/2/26.
- Questions: Contact the Registrar: TBD,
1 week Online Hybrid Awareness & Wisdom retreat via Zoom Insight Retreat with Andrea Fella & Alexis Santos, & Online Practice Discussions with Liz Powell
May 24 to 31, 2026 - Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm (PT) End time: Sunday 12:00 pm (PT)
Check-in Times: Check in promptly Sunday, May 24th at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat in the last few years..
A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Andrea Fella and Alexis Santos, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Liz Powell, the Online teacher.
This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Andrea and Alexis will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners and beginners familiar with basic insight meditation instruction and have practiced regularly for at least four months. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances.
Online Retreatants will have required Practice Discussion Groups and optional Drop-in Groups with Liz Powell, as the Online Teacher.
There will also be some spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).
FAQ - Registration opens February 24, 2026 - please check back then- Requirements: Online Auditors must have previously completed at least one retreat in the Sayadaw U Tejaniya style of practice. List it in your registration form, with teacher(s), dates, and retreat center name if you wish to be considered for an Online Auditor spot.
- Your application and $ 200 deposit must be received by 3/17/26 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 5/3/26.