With Meditation Instructor Jakob Leschly
At the Wangapeka Study and Retreat Centre
Friday 30th November–Wednesday 5th November 2018
The evening prior to the retreat Jakob will give a public talk in Nelson also:
Wisdom and Method in the Paths of Sutra and Mantra
Thursday 29th November, 7.30 pm
At: Nelson Buddhist Centre
“We can actually declare that, as non-theistic Buddhists, we can free the whole world from pain. That’s the greatest news. And we are doing it properly, rather than worshipping somebody or going into a trance. We are doing it methodically, scientifically, psychologically. Starting with ourselves, we are expanding that news to others in turn. It is very definite and ordinary – and at the same time, it is quite remarkable.” -Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche
This retreat is held under the auspices of Tibetan Buddhist master Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche with Jakob Leschly as his resident instructor.
About the course
The practice of Buddhist meditation allows us to uncover and experience our natural heritage of wisdom though cultivating insight or vipashyana. It is to establish a peaceful space of presence and mindfulness, allowing us to awaken a calmer and wider appreciation of our reality. A retreat is an invaluable moment of clarifying and reaffirming our commitment to the vision and path of meditation. Jakob Leschly will lead the 5-day retreat, offering general instruction and individual interviews.
Please email Kim at kim@saxton.co.nz to see the Vipashyana Retreat Schedule and Info document which outlines the proposed schedule to be followed and relates further information about how the retreat will be run and a more in-depth overview.
Newcomers needn’t feel apprehensive; the retreat is suitable both to those new to meditation through to the more seasoned practitioners.
About Jakob Leschly
Jakob is a student of several great lamas, particularly Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche and Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche. He has served as instructor in SI since 1998, and was appointed as Resident Teacher in Australia in 2008.
Retreat start and finish time
The course will start at 5 pm on Friday 30th November for registration with dinner from 6 pm. Come earlier if you can to give yourself time to have a look around and get settled in. The course will finish at around 11 am on Wednesday 5th December.
Accommodation
The Wangapeka Study and Retreat Centre is a wonderful place be sure to check our their website to see pictures and for all information about the place.
Accommodation options:
There is a mixture of camping sites, single and shared rooms (2 single beds to a room) available.
Karma yoga
Each participant will be given a small daily job to be responsible for in helping out with the running of the retreat. Also a dishes rota will be in place.
What to bring
In addition to the items mentioned under accommodation, please bring:
toiletries, a torch, walking shoes, sunscreen, hat & wet weather gear
hay fever remedies and other personal medications, if required
meditation shawl or small blanket (recommended)
extra cushions for how you feel comfortable sittng if you require them (there are cushions and chairs available).
The weather can be unpredictable in November. It could be very hot or cool, and possibly wet so best to check the forecast and prepare accordingly.
Retreat Cost
Early bird price (book before 1 November 2018): Camp: $485, Single: $590, Shared: $540
After 1st November 2018. Camp: $505, Single: $610, Shared: $560
This cost includes food and accommodation. Please prepay to secure your accomodation preference. Please enquire to the retreat coordinator if you are a member of Wangapeka study and retreat centre.
Pre payment is appreciated and can be made to: Red Hat Gompa Trust, 02-0832-0048488-000 (or 00 if your bank only allows 2 spaces) Please leave your name as a reference.
Registration
To register or if you have any questions, please contact the Retreat Coordinator, Kim at kim@saxton.co.nz or Mb: 021 116 2490. On registration please specify:
if you are gluten free
what accomodation preference suits you
if you would like to car pool from Christchurch