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A meditation retreat gives us tools for greater tranquility, wisdom and compassion.
Insight Meditation Society
Upcoming
Space Available ~ Retreat Center
Your Life is Your Practice, August 22–24, 2014 with Narayan Helen Liebenson & Greg Scharf
Uncovering Innate Freedom, August 29 – September 1, 2014 with Pascal Auclair & Anushka Fernandopulle
LGBTIQ Retreat, September 2–7, 2014 with Pascal Auclair & Anushka Fernandopulle
Space Available ~ Forest Refuge
2014 & 2015 Teaching Schedules
Job Opening
Groundskeeper/Facilities Worker
Volunteer Opportunities
Buddhist Studies
New to Meditation?
What exactly do we teach at IMS? Primarily, we offer instruction and guidance in insight and lovingkindness meditations – practices that help bring genuine happiness to our lives.
- Benefits of meditation
- Guided meditations
- Tour our centers
- Learn about 'teacher dana'
- Retreat FAQs
- Select a Retreat Center course
- Drop-in Visits
"This retreat was needed and the timing was perfect. I gained the insight and the assistance I need to make a difference in my life.”
"I felt safe and cared for and had a remarkable retreat experience."
Get Involved
Connect with our community and support our mission.
- Stay in touch – join our mailing list
- Be of service – join our staff or volunteers
- Deepen meditation – listen to teacher talks
- Practice generosity – donate to IMS
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