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SUMMARY:An Away Meditation Retreat – The Bliss of Inner Peace
DESCRIPTION: \n\nMeditations for Inner Peace & Well-being\n \nEscape to a peaceful Retreat, in the secluded environment of Melody Hill Retreat, Magaliesberg.\nSpend a relaxing weekend away with gentle periods of silence. Learn meditations and techniques to let go of stress, worry and anxiety, find inner peace, and a sense of well-being. Begin your journey today.  \nWhether you’re a beginner or simply want to enjoy a retreat, the programme is structured to help you refresh your mind through meditation.\nIncludes teachings, guided meditations, vegetarian meals and access to tea and coffee when ever you wish.\nThere will be periods of gentle silence as well as opportunities to enjoy meaningful conversation and the beauty of the surroundings.\n\nEveryone is welcome. \n\n \nAbout the Venue:\nMelody Hill is a country estate set in a secluded pecan-nut orchard, nestled in a beautiful valley teeming with birds and indigenous plant life.\nJust an hour away from Johannesburg, Melody Hill is a popular getaway – your home away from home. Come and experience a unique setting in harmony with its stunning environment!\n \nAbout the Teacher:\nAs a student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, Gen Kelsang Mila is a modern day Kadampa Nun and the resident teacher of Vajrapani Kadampa Buddhist Centre. She has been a student of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for many years and ordained for sixteen years.\nHer teachings are always practical and easy to apply to everyday life.\n \nProgramme \nMelody Hill 30th October – 1st November 2026 \n \nFriday 30th October\n16:00 – 17:30 Check in\n18:00 – 19:15 Supper\n19:30 – 20:30 Introduction\nSaturday 31st\n07:00 – 08:30   Breakfast\n09:00 – 10:15  Teaching & Guided Meditation\n10:15 – 11:45  Tea & coffee\n11:45 – 13:00   Teaching & Guided Meditation\n13:00 – 14:00   Vegetarian lunch\n16:00 – 17:00   A walk in nature\n17:30 – 18:15   Sunset Meditation\nSupper 18:30 – 19:15\n19: 30 – 20:30  Q & A Session\nSunday 1st November\n08:00 – 09:00   Breakfast\n09:00 – 10:00   Guided Meditation session\n10:00 – 10:45   Tea and coffee\n11:00 – 12:15   Final Session with Prayers for World Peace\n12:30  – 13:30  Lets wrap everything up with a lovely Sunday lunch\n \nDuring the breaks\nBetween retreat sessions take time to relax and carry your experience of peace in the following ways:\n\nenjoy the tranquility of your surroundings (bring your binoculars)\nconnect and discuss with like-minded people\ntea and coffee will be served in the break time\nexplore the bookstore and gift shop\n\n \nTickets / Price :\nSingle Rooms: SOLD OUT\nDouble Room: (2 in a room) en suite bathroom. Room must be booked as a couple. R4 500 pp, all inclusive. ONE DOUBLE ROOM LEFT.\nLadies Shared Room A: SOLD OUT\nLadies Shared Room B: SOLD OUT\n \nRefund Policy: no refund is possible post 15th October.\n\n
URL:https://www.meditation.org.za/events/away-weekend-meditation-retreat-inner-peace-1/
ORGANIZER;CN=Vajrapani Kadampa Meditation Centre (JHB):MAILTO:epc@meditation.org.za
CATEGORIES:Courses / Events,Retreats
LOCATION:16 R98, Seekoeihoek Magaliesburg, Gauteng 1791
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