Practice

Meditation retreats

Meditation teachers, centres and retreats, in many traditions.

Meditation is the oldest practice on this site and the one with the most schools. The listings here name theirs, from Vipassana to Zen to the secular, and say whether they teach in person, online or on retreat.

All of them

Questions people ask

Which meditation tradition should I choose?

The one whose teacher and community you can actually sit with. The listings name theirs, from Vipassana to Zen to secular teaching, and most welcome beginners.

Is a retreat a good way to start?

A short one can be; a long silent retreat is better after some daily practice. Listings say how long theirs run and what they expect.

Can meditation be difficult?

Yes. Long or intensive practice can bring up hard material, and good teachers know this and say so. Tell a teacher about your history before a retreat.

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