Vipassana Illawarra Calendar
Sunday Community Sittings
I am happy to say that after a three month break our Vipassana Meditation classes are resuming. For the moment I will be able to offer monthly Sunday sittings at Thirroul Library up until Christmas. Corrimal classes and Govinda Daylong events will recommence early into 2020.
Sunday sittings afford us the opportunity for an extended period of practice, enabling us to build up the required level of mindfulness and concentration to bring about s more calm and peaceful mind in our daily lives.
Whether you are a beginner to Vipassana Meditation or a seasoned veteran, I would like to extend the invitation to join us over the coming months. There is no need to register for this event, just turn up. Please arrive 5 minutes before the beginning.
Sunday Mornings with Grahame White
Dates:
November 10th
December 8nd
Time: 8:30-11:00am
Venue: Thirroul District Community Centre & Library, 352-358 Lawrence Hargrave Dr, Thirroul, 2515.
Vipassana Meditation and the Eightfold Path
A two-week course with Grahame White
The Buddha's most explicit path of practice to come out of suffering is the Eightfold Path. This is a set of eight practical approaches that bring Buddhist practice into the width and depth of our lives. In this 2-week coure we will explore this Eightfold Path in relationship to Vipassana Meditation. We will discover that practising Vipassana is really living the Eightfold Path.
This course will include meditation sitting periods and Q&A on the topic. It's suitable for both beginners and seasonal meditators.
Tuesday Evenings 2 week class
Date:
Week One: Tuesday 05.11.19
Week Two: Tuesday 12.11.19
Time: 7pm-8:30pm
Venue: Buddhist Library, 90-92 Church St Camperdown (Syd), 2050
* There is no cost for these courses at the Buddhist Library but donations are welcome.
For inquiries and to register phone: (02) 95196054 or visit Buddhist Library
Please note registration is required.
Introduction to Buddhist Thought & Practices
A four-week course
In this four-week course we will be exploring some of the important teachings and meditation practices given to help us understand our own minds. Each night there will be a short course on the theory behind the meditation practice. This will be followed by a practice period, including Vipassana (Mindfulness) Meditation and Metta (Loving Kindness) Meditation. The night will end with a Q&A period. Please note this course will be split into two, two-week blocks. See dates below. This course will be suitable for both beginners and those with meditation experience.
Tuesday Evenings 4 weeks class
Date:
Block 1: Tuesday October 2nd & 9th
Block 2: Tuesday December 4th & 11th
Time: 7pm-8:30pm
Venue: Buddhist Library, 90-92 Church St Camperdown (Syd), 2050
* There is no cost for these courses at the Buddhist Library but donations are welcome.
For inquiries and to register phone: (02) 95196054 or visit Buddhist Library
Please note registration is required.
Daylong Retreat- Govinda Valley Retreat Centre
This practice day includes guided sessions in sitting, standing and walking meditation. There will be time at the end to discuss strategies for the integration of mindfulness in daily life. The course is suitable for beginners and also those with past experience in insight and mindfulness meditation practices.
Date: Sunday August 26th 2018
Time: 9am-4pm
Venue: Govinda Valley Retreat Centre Otford
Cost: $50 Full payment is required on the day and is yet to be determined
*Registration is now open, bookings are essential. Please email Click here to secure your place.
Community Monthly Sunday Sittings
One of the greatest delights for me in my meditation practice over the years has been to practice as a group of likeminded people. There is such a good energy generated by sharing this experience with others.
Starting on Sunday September 2nd, there will be a monthly community sitting at Thirroul Library.
There is no charge for attendance or registration required. Just show up. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the schedule begins. If you prefer sitting on the floor, please bring your own mat and cushion. Chairs will be provided.
Sunday Morning Sittings
Dates:
September 2nd
October 7th
November 4th
December 2nd
Time: 8:30-10:30am
Venue: Thirroul District Community Centre & Library, 352-358 Lawrence Hargrave Dr, Thirroul, 2515.
Schedule:
8:30-8:40 Meditation Instructions
8:40-9:10 Sitting
9:10-9:30 Walking
9:30-10:00 Sitting
10:00-10:30 Practice Discussion
Introduction to Buddhist Thought & Practices – Course 1
In this four-week course we will be exploring some of the important teachings and meditation practices given to help us understand our own minds. Each night there will be a short course on the theory behind the meditation practice. This will be followed by a practice period, including Vipassana (Mindfulness) Meditation and Metta (Loving Kindness) Meditation. The night will end with a Q&A period. Please note this course will be split into 2, two-week blocks. See dates below. This course will be suitable for both beginners and those with meditation experience.
Thursday Evenings 4 weeks class
Date:
Block 1: Thursday August 23rd & 30th
Block 2: Thursday September 20th & 27th
Time: 7pm-8:30pm
Venue: Corrimal Community Centre, 15 Short St, Corrimal 2518
* There is no cost for this course but donations are welcome.
Introduction to Vipassana (Mindfulness) Meditation – Course 2
In this four-week course, THE FOUR FOUNDATIONS OF MINDFULNESS, which is at the heart of Vipassana Meditation, will be introduced in a sequential way. Each week one of the foundations will be discussed and practiced. The night will also include a short Loving Kindness (Metta) Meditation period. This course is suitable for both beginners and those with meditation experience.
Thursday Evenings 4 weeks class
Date: Thursday November 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th
Time: 7pm-8:30pm
Venue: Corrimal Community Centre, 15 Short St, Corrimal 2518
* There is no cost for this course but donations are welcome.
