3 Day Vipassana Retreat With Yoga and Meditaton

Schedule

Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Calgary | Calgary, AB

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3-Day Silent Vipassana Retreat near Calgary & Edmonton: disconnect from noise, deepen meditation, and find calm, clarity, and balance.
About this Event

About the Practice

This retreat is based on time-tested meditation practices that cultivate awareness through mindful breathing and observation of physical sensations. Silence creates space to turn inward, quiet the mind, restore emotional balance, and deepen your personal inner journey.



Retreat Details
  • Location: A peaceful lakeside setting near Gull Lake (approximately 1.5 hours from Calgary & Edmonton)
  • Dates: April 23–26



Daily Program
Thursday

Arrival & Check-in: Participants arrive, settle into their rooms, and become familiar with the retreat space.
Opening Session: Introduction to Vipassana meditation, retreat guidelines, and daily structure.
Evening Practice: OM chanting to establish a calm and focused group atmosphere.


Friday & Saturday

Morning: Early rise followed by Tibetan prostrations and meditation to cultivate presence and clarity. Gentle Hatha yoga to energize the body and increase flexibility.
Midday: Nutritious vegetarian breakfast and a silent nature walk to deepen mindfulness and connection with the environment.
Afternoon: Yoga and pranayama practice to harmonize breath and body. Personal time for quiet reflection, journaling, or spiritual reading.
Evening: Light dinner followed by seated or walking meditation. Quiet evening walk and closing with Om chanting and Shavasana for complete relaxation.


Sunday

Morning: Tibetan prostrations, Anapanasati meditation, and soft Hatha yoga to prepare for departure.
Midday: Final vegetarian breakfast together.
Closing Circle: Ending silence and optional sharing of experiences and insights from the retreat.
Departure: Organized return transfer to Calgary and Edmonton.



Practical Information

Meals: Two wholesome vegetarian meals daily, with fruit snacks provided.
Transportation: Optional organized transfer available from Calgary and Edmonton.



Accommodation & Pricing

Several lodging options are available to support a calm and restful stay:

Room Type: Early Bird Price (until March)

  1. Single Room: $700 + fees
  2. Single Room–Basement: $650 + fees
  3. Quad Room (shared, 4 beds): $500 / bed + fees



Early Bird Discounts
  • Book before March → Early Bird price applies.
  • March bookings → +10% to base price.
  • April bookings → +20% to base price.

⚡ Early registration ensures the best price and preferred room selection while availability lasts.



What’s Included
  • 3 nights accommodation (based on chosen room type)
  • Two vegetarian meals daily (breakfast and dinner) plus daytime fruit snacks
  • Daily sessions of yoga, meditation, pranayama, and guided instruction
  • Optional organized transportation from Calgary & Edmonton



Registration

Spaces are limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Give yourself the opportunity to step away from daily noise and reconnect with stillness, clarity, and inner peace.

More details on our website https://vipassana.ca/


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