Wednesday 25 June – Sunday 29 June at Retreat centre Abhayaloka
Going beyond self and other
This is a retreat for women+ in their 20s and 30s who have been practicing for some time in Triratna and would like to go deeper. It is an opportunity for us as younger women in various parts of Europe to get to know each other, deepen our connections, and practice the Dharma together.
There is an inherent tension in walking the Buddhist path. On the one hand, it involves cultivating a deep sense of ease, relaxation, and contentment, in which reality effortlessly opens up to us. On the other hand, we develop a profound love and compassion for other beings, in which we feel that their welfare is as important as our own, motivating ourselves to help them in any way that we can.
On this retreat, we will explore how ultimately the two dimensions are resolved in the realization that the duality of self and other is a misperception of our experience.
Come and join other young people interested in Buddhism and meditation! This retreat includes meditation, ritual, sauna, discussion and time to just relax on your own or together with others.
This retreat is open to all women / non-binary / gender fluid people in their 20s and 30s. Please don't hesitate to get in touch in case you wonder if this retreat is right for you.
You can book now by paying a deposit (40€) and the rest closer to the retreat.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 6:30 | Wake up |
| 7:00 | Meditation |
| 8:00 | Meditation |
| 9:00 | Breakfast |
| 10:30 | Introduction, group discussion, meditation |
| 13:00 | Lunch, then free time for walks etc. |
| 16:00 | Introduction, group discussion, meditation |
| 18:00 | Supper |
| 20:00 | Puja etc. ritual |
Guideline program for all retreats; the schedule may vary slightly based on the theme of the retreat.
Retreats generally start on the evening of the first day at 6 PM and end on the last day at 3 PM.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at Abhayloka (with the exception of guide dogs).
We recommend that you have either attended the open evenings at the Triratna Buddhist Centre or participated in the center’s basic meditation course before coming to Abhayaloka for the first time.
Please bring bed linens/sleeping bag and a towel with you. In winter, it’s a good idea to prepare with warm clothing. During the retreat, there is often an opportunity to go for a nature walk, so it’s advisable to have weather-appropriate clothing/shoes.
The retreat center has facilities for approximately 25 people. Accommodation is in rooms with 1 to 6 beds.
All food at the retreat is vegan, which we prepare together. In addition, cheese will be available for those who want it. We provide gluten-free crispbread and rice cakes, but if you want fresh gluten-free bread, please bring it with you.
Arrival by public transport:
Several buses come from Helsinki, departing from the Kamppi bus station. There are no direct connections at the moment. The travel time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours. The stop to get off at is Järventaustan th, the third stop after the center of Läyliäinen. Abhayaloka is about 3 km from there towards Hevosoja, on the right side of the road, in a large yellow wooden house. You can inform us of your arrival time, and we will try to pick you up from that junction.
For people traveling from abroad there will be arrangements to travel together from Helsinki to Abhayaloka.
Arrival by car:
The retreat center is 67 km from Helsinki, 136 km from Tampere, 175 km from Turku, and 29 km from Riihimäki. There are parking spaces available for those arriving by car.
The retreat center operates in the old village school of Järventausta in Läyliäinen, Loppi, by the shores of Lake Loppi.
Abhayaloka
Triratna Buddhist Centre Helsinki Retreat Centre
Järventaustantie 816
12600 Läyliäinen
Tel. +358 50 318 8621
(Phone operational only during retreats)
Arrival by public transport:
Several buses come from Helsinki, departing from the Kamppi bus station. There are no direct connections at the moment. The travel time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours. The stop to get off at is Järventaustan th, the third stop after the center of Läyliäinen. Abhayaloka is about 3 km from there towards Hevosoja, on the right side of the road, in a large yellow wooden house. You can inform us of your arrival time, and we will try to pick you up from that junction.
For people traveling from abroad there will be arrangements to travel together from Helsinki to Abhayaloka.
Arrival by car:
The retreat center is 67 km from Helsinki, 136 km from Tampere, 175 km from Turku, and 29 km from Riihimäki. There are parking spaces available for those arriving by car.
