Annual Easter Retreat
March 25, 2027 @ 8:00 am - March 29, 2027 @ 5:00 pm
at Maitripa Centre, Healesville & Online
Partial Retreat Bookings now available.
Going on retreat has been part of Buddhism since the Buddha’s time. In the Kagyu tradition, known as the practice lineage, retreat is cherished as a time to be in a spiritually focused and supportive environment for an extended period of time. Whether new to Buddhism or an experienced practitioner, retreat is an essential component of the Path.
Upholding the retreat format provided by Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX, the 2027 Easter Retreat includes structured time for walking and sitting meditation, Green Tara and Chenrezig pujas, recorded teachings by Traleg Rinpoche IX, and yoga.
Whether new to Buddhism or an experienced practitioner, the retreat environment is an essential support on the Path.
The 2027 Easter Retreat will be at Maitripa Centre and online. The Retreat commences at 6pm Thursday 25th March & concludes at 4pm Monday 29th April.
Teachings by Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX – TBC
Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX was born in Eastern Tibet and Enthroned as the Supreme Abbott of Thrangu Monastery by his Holiness Gyalwang Karmapa. Rinpoche underwent rigorous scholastic and meditative training under various Tibetan Buddhist Masters in India and Bhutan before coming to Australia in 1980. Rinpoche became well known for his erudition, fluency in English and Background in Western Psychology, Comparative Religion and Philosophy. He inaugurated the Annual Buddhist Summer School, now in its 43rd year. Rinpoche is the author of many books, including ‘The Essence Of Buddhism’ (now in its third printing), ‘Karma: What It Is, What It Isn’t, Why It Matters’, ‘Moonbeams Of Mahamudra: The Classic Meditation Manual’ And ‘How To Do Life: A Buddhist Perspective’. Read Rinpoche’s Full Biography here.
The Venue
Established by Traleg Rinpoche, Maitripa Centre, is a retreat centre set amongst the mountain ash forests, just outside the township of Healesville, Victoria. Maitripa Centre provides a tranquil and uplifting practice environment. Learn more about the venue here.
The retreat is also accessible online. Online retreatants enjoy lots of support. You will receive a welcome pack to help guide you on creating a comfortable environment for your retreat, and you will enjoy the same access to the pujas, yoga and meditation, and teachings just like being in-person, except from the comfort of your own home.
THE PROGRAM
Thursday
5pm-7pm Check in for ‘In person’ participants
6pm Dinner
7:30pm Welcome & Introduction
8pm Chenrezig Puja
Friday, Saturday & Sunday
6am Green Tara Puja
7:30am Breakfast
9am Yoga & Meditation
10am Break
10:30am Meditation
12noon Lunch
1pm Karma Yoga
2:00pm Meditation & Teachings
3:30pm Break
4pm Study Group/Meditation
5.30pm Break
6pm Dinner
8pm Chenrezig Puja
Monday
6am Green Tara Puja
7:30am Breakfast
9am Yoga & Meditation
10am Break
10:30am Meditation
12noon Lunch & Clean-up
2:00pm Teachings
3:30pm Farewell & Thank You’s
* Program changes may occur
* We will practice noble silence until noon daily – please be mindful when in the café and keep talking to a minimum.
The Food
Wholesome vegetarian and vegan retreat meals are lovingly prepared onsite by our catering team. If you have any food intolerances please note this in the questions at check-out.
The onsite cafe, Dogen’s Kitchen, will be open daily serving barista coffee and house-made treats.
Ticket Information and Bookings- Soon to be released
Discounts
HCC Holder 10% (code: concession) | Members 10% (code: member) | Students 30% (code: student) | Under35 30% (code: under35) | * please show proof of concession at check-in