Spirit Quest Gabriola is excited to announce that Lama Losang Samten will return to lead a meditation retreat on Gabriola. The retreat will be an opportunity for seasoned students as well as newcomers to connect with the vibrant community that has formed around Losang’s teachings here on the island. Lama Losang has been leading retreats here since 2016.
Schedule
Friday
5:30-6:30: Dinner for those who have signed up
6:00: Registration
6:30: Introduction to Retreat & Tara Practice
Saturday
10:00 – 11:00: Shamatha Silent Meditation
11:00 – 11:15: Break
11:15 – 12:30: Tara Practice
12:30 – 1:30: Lunch
1:45 – 2:45: 37 Bodhisattva Practices
2:45 – 3:00: Break
3:00 – 3:30: Yoga
3:30 – 4:30: Continue 37 Bodhisattva Practices
5:30 – 6:30 : Dinner
7:00 – 8:00 : After supper “movie night” – Kalachakra, “The Dalai Lama’s Gift”
Sunday
10:00 – 11:00: Shamatha Silent Meditation
11:00 – 11:15: Break
11:15 – 11:45: Yoga
11:45 – 12:15: Slide Show
12:30 – 1:30: Lunch
1:30 – 3:00: Q&A., Closing Prayer, Group Photo
Donations
The suggested donation is $280, and we do have a sliding scale and volunteer possibilities. Please know everyone is welcome and may donate what they can.
Meals
Please feel free to bring your own meals to enjoy on the beautiful property. Brenda and Allie will be offering three meals including Dinner Friday and Saturday night and Lunch on Saturday. These meals are now sold out.
Bookings
Bookings are closed for this event.