Residential Retreat Schedule

1 week Insight Retreat with Matthew Brensilver and Jesse Maceo Vega-Frey
June 11 to 18, 2023  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - RETREAT FULL - APPLY ONLINE to be put on the WAITING LIST.   - Login or Register for Carpooling

• Your application and $200 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 5/21/23.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Barry Rothman,   barry@insightretreatcenter.org

6 day Insight Retreat in Spanish (Español) with Andrea Castillo and David Lorey
June 30 to July 5, 2023  -  Hours: Friday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Wednesday 1:00 pm

Retiro de meditación y atención plena en silencio con periodos de meditación, pláticas de Dharma. Instrucción de yoga con Ángela Salgado López y pláticas individuales con los maestros para hablar sobre la práctica.

FAQ - RETREAT FULL - APPLY ONLINE to be put on the WAITING LIST.   - Login or Register for Carpooling

• Requirements: Haber tenido introducción previa a la meditación Insight y permiso de los maestros.
• Inscríbase y haga el depósito de $100. El depósito se cobra solamente si la persona aceptada al retiro cancela después de la fecha límite, 6/9/23.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Sandra Sanabria,   sandra@insightretreatcenter.org

1 week Insight Retreat with Diana Clark and Anushka Fernandopulle
July 9 to 16, 2023  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - RETREAT FULL - APPLY ONLINE to be put on the WAITING LIST.   - Login or Register for Carpooling

• Your application and $200 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 6/18/23.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Leo Hirai,   leo@insightretreatcenter.org

6 day Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Space: A Practice-and-Study Retreat with Kim Allen, Diana Clark, David Lorey, and Ying Chen
July 24 to 29, 2023  -  Hours: Monday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Saturday 1:00 pm

In a departure from the usual IRC retreat format, this retreat will combine silent retreat practice with an exploration of the teaching on the Elements as a support for both insight and concentration. This approach will include textual contemplation, small-group interaction, and guided meditations in addition to silent practice.

FAQ - RETREAT FULL - APPLY ONLINE to be put on the WAITING LIST.   - Login or Register for Carpooling

• Requirements: Attended at least one, 3-night (or longer) silent Insight retreat.
• Your application and $100 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 7/3/23.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Roberta Friedman,   roberta@insightretreatcenter.org

5 day Insight Retreat with Andrea Castillo and Kim Allen
August 9 to 13, 2023  -  Hours: Wednesday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - RETREAT FULL - APPLY ONLINE to be put on the WAITING LIST.   - Login or Register for Carpooling

• Your application and $100 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 7/19/23.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Sandra Sanabria,   sandra@insightretreatcenter.org

6 day BIPOC Insight Retreat with bruni dávila and Noliwe Alexander
August 22 to 27, 2023  -  Hours: Tuesday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners who self-identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC). This is an opportunity to come together in community and provide safety for each other, to meditate and explore the Buddha’s teachings of liberation in the light of our own experience.

FAQ - APPLY ONLINE - Registration opened April 29, 2023 - Login or Register for Carpooling

• Requirements: Requirements/prerequisites: Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners who self-identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC).
• Submit your application and a $100 deposit. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 8/1/23.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Tracy Anderson,   tracy@insightretreatcenter.org

5 day Metta Retreat with Nikki Mirghafori and Diana Clark
August 31 to September 4, 2023  -  Hours: Thursday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Monday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - RETREAT FULL - APPLY ONLINE to be put on the WAITING LIST.   - Login or Register for Carpooling

• Your application and $100 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 8/10/23.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Fred Branaman,   fred@insightretreatcenter.org

3 week Insight Retreat for Experienced Practitioners with Gil Fronsdal, assisted by Ines Freedman
September 10 to 30, 2023  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Saturday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat for experienced yogis that includes alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teacher.

FAQ - RETREAT FULL - APPLY ONLINE to be put on the WAITING LIST.   - Login or Register for Carpooling

• 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 8/13/23.
  
  

  Note: This retreat will also be webcast to a Zoom Meditation hall for Online Participants.   Ines Freedman will provide Practice Support for the Online Participants. To register for the Online option instead: REGISTER HERE

• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Sandra Sanabria,   sandra@insightretreatcenter.org

4 day Insight Retreat with Ines Freedman and Diana Clark
October 5 to 8, 2023  -  Hours: Thursday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - APPLY ONLINE - Registration opens July 5, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $100 deposit must be received by 7/26/23 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 9/14/23.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Kristen Kennedy,   kristen@insightretreatcenter.org

1 week Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal, Liz Powell, and Francisco Gable
October 15 to 22, 2023  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - APPLY ONLINE - Registration opens June 15, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 7/6/23 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 9/24/23.
  
  

  Note: This retreat will also be webcast to a Zoom Meditation hall for Online Participants.   Tanya Wiser will provide Practice Support for the Online Participants. To register for the Online option instead: REGISTER HERE

• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Prerana Ghotge,   prerana@insightretreatcenter.org

1 week Insight Retreat with Max Erdstein and Matthew Brensilver
October 29 to November 5, 2023  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - APPLY ONLINE - Registration opens June 29, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 7/20/23 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 10/8/23.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Tony Arañes,   tony@insightretreatcenter.org

1 week Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal, Shelley Gault, and Kirsten Rudestam
November 12 to 19, 2023  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - APPLY ONLINE - Registration opens July 12, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 8/2/23 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 10/22/23.
  
  

  Note: This retreat will also be webcast to a Zoom Meditation hall for Online Participants.   Liz Powell will provide Practice Support for the Online Participants. To register for the Online option instead: REGISTER HERE

• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Roberta Friedman,   roberta@insightretreatcenter.org

1 week Insight Retreat with Insight Santa Cruz with Bob Stahl, Dawn Neal, and Yasmina Porter (yoga teacher)
November 27 to December 3, 2023  -  Hours: Monday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, yoga, and practice discussion with the teacher. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - APPLY ONLINE - Registration opens July 27, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $100 deposit must be received by 8/17/23 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 11/6/23.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Evelyn Strauss,   evelyn@insightretreatcenter.org

1 week Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella
December 10 to 17, 2023  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - Registration opens August 10, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 8/31/23 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 11/19/23.
  
  

  Note: This retreat will also be webcast to a Zoom Meditation hall for Online Participants.   Ying Chen will provide Practice Support for the Online Participants. To register for the Online option instead: REGISTER HERE

• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Fred Branaman,   Fred@insightretreatcenter.org

5 day LBGTQIA+ Insight Retreat with bruni dávila and JD Doyle
January 11 to 15, 2024  -  Hours: Thursday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Monday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat for the LGBTQIA+ community. This is an opportunity to come together in the safety of community, embracing all of ourselves, as we cultivate the wholesome and loving qualities of our hearts and minds. There will be alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks and practice discussion meetings with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners who self-identify as LGBTQIA+.

FAQ - Registration opens September 11, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $100 deposit must be received by 10/2/23 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 12/21/23.

1 week Insight Retreat for People in their 20s & 30s with Max Erdstein and Matthew Brensilver
January 21 to 28, 2024  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - Registration opens September 21, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 10/12/23 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 12/31/23.

1 week Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal, Marjolein Janssen, and Tanya Wiser
February 11 to 18, 2024  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - Registration opens October 11, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 11/1/23 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 1/21/24.

6 day Insight Retreat with bruni dávila and Tuere Sala
February 25 to March 1, 2024  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Friday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - Registration opens October 25, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $100 deposit must be received by 11/15/23 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 2/4/24.

1 week Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal, Dawn Neal, and Johnathan Woodside
March 10 to 17, 2024  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - Registration opens November 10, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 12/1/23 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 2/18/24.

4 day Insight Retreat with Ines Freedman and Max Erdstein
March 21 to 24, 2024  -  Hours: Thursday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - Registration opens December 21, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $100 deposit must be received by 1/11/24 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 2/29/24.

10 day Awareness and Wisdom Retreat with Andrea Fella and Alexis Santos
April 19 to 28, 2024  -  Hours: Friday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

Exploration of the mindfulness practice taught by Sayadaw U Tejaniya, encouraging awareness and wisdom through relaxation of body and mind while paying close attention to present moment experience and the quality of the mind that meditates. Primarily self-directed practice with guidance provided through teachings, Q & A sessions, and discussions with the teacher. Read more about the style and form of this Awareness & Wisdom retreat.

FAQ - Registration opens December 19, 2023 - please check back then

• Your application and $350 deposit must be received by 1/9/24 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 3/29/24.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Roberta Friedman,   roberta@insightretreatcenter.org

2 week Mindfulness of Mind Retreat for Experienced Students with Andrea Fella
July 20 to August 3, 2024  -  Hours: Saturday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Saturday 1:00 pm

Exploration of the mindfulness practice as taught by Sayadaw U Tejaniya, encouraging relaxation of body and mind while paying close attention to present moment experience and the quality of the mind that meditates. Self-directed practice with guidance provided through teachings, Q & A sessions and discussions with the teacher.

FAQ - Registration opens February 20, 2024 - please check back then

• Requirements: Attended four 7-day (or longer) silent Vipassana retreats, which includes at least two weeks of retreat in the style of Sayadaw U Tejaniya and teacher's permission.
• Your application and $350 deposit must be received by 3/12/24 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 6/22/24.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Kristen Kenedy,   kristen@insightretreatcenter.org

6 day Insight Retreat with Matthew Brensilver and Ines Freedman
August 28 to September 2, 2024  -  Hours: Wednesday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Monday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - Registration opens April 28, 2024 - please check back then

• Your application and $100 deposit must be received by 5/19/24 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 8/7/24.

3 week Insight Retreat for Experienced Practitioners with Gil Fronsdal
September 8 to 28, 2024  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Saturday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat for experienced yogis that includes alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teacher.

FAQ - Registration opens April 8, 2024 - please check back then

• Requirements: Attended at least four, 7-day (or longer) silent Vipassana retreats.
• Your application and $350 deposit must be received by 4/29/24 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 8/11/24.

1 week Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal, Ari Crellin-Quick, and Mei Elliot
October 13 to 20, 2024  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - Registration opens June 13, 2024 - please check back then

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 7/4/24 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 9/22/24.

1 week Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal, Lienchi Tran, and David Lorey
November 3 to 10, 2024  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - Registration opens July 3, 2024 - please check back then

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 7/24/24 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 10/13/24.

1 week Insight Retreat with Insight Santa Cruz with Bob Stahl and Teachers TBD
November 17 to 24, 2024  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, yoga, and practice discussion with the teacher. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - Registration opens July 17, 2024 - please check back then

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 8/7/24 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 10/27/24.

1 week Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella
December 8 to 15, 2024  -  Hours: Sunday check-in is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  End time: Sunday 1:00 pm

A silent mindfulness retreat with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, work meditation, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FAQ - Registration opens August 8, 2024 - please check back then

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 8/29/24 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 11/17/24.