The center is located on the outskirts of Bangkok amidst rice fields.
Tradition and Teacher: Teachings are usually given by Acharn Mae Chee Brigitte in German and English, sometimes Phra Acharn Phet gives teachings.
Meditation Technique: Observation of the breath (Mahasi Sayadaw technique), walking meditation in 6 stages, and individual techniques if deemed appropriate for the respective student.
Rules:
White, comfortable clothing (no sleeveless T-shirts or short pants/skirts). The usual 8 rules of a meditation center apply.
Daily Schedule
You can practice either in the meditation hall or in your room. For guided meditations, everyone gathers in the meditation hall. For those who wish to completely withdraw (silent retreat), there is the possibility of individual interviews by arrangement with the teacher.
4:00 a.m. Morning chanting in the Dhamma Hall, then meditation
7:30 a.m. Breakfast
8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Walking and sitting meditation
11:00 a.m. Mindful eating
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Walking and sitting meditation
5:00 p.m. Evening chanting in the Dhamma Hall together with the monks
7:00 p.m. Guided evening meditation or lecture
Walking and sitting meditation until 9:00 p.m.
Course Duration and Dates: On the first day of each month, except in the months of April to July, a retreat begins which lasts until the 7th of the respective month.
Accommodation: Separate rooms or huts (kutis) for women and men.
Meals: 7:30 a.m. breakfast, 11:00 a.m. lunch (vegetarian possible).
Costs: This place depends on the donations of the meditators. Recommended donation: 300 Baht (6 Euros).