Online Retreat Schedule

1 week Online Hybrid Insight Retreat for People in their 20s & 30s with Gil Fronsdal & Max Erdstein, & Online Practice Discussions with Kodo Conlin
January 26 to February 2, 2025  -  Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm  End time: Sunday 11:30 am
Check-in Times: Check in promptly at one of the following times: Saturday, Jan 25 at 6pm; Sunday, Jan 26 at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.

A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal and Max Erdstein, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. This retreat is limited to people in their 20s and 30s.

Online Practice Discussions are with Kodo Conlin, the Online Teacher.

This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil and Max will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners and beginners familiar with basic insight meditation instruction and have practiced regularly for at least four months. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with Kodo Conlin, as the Online Teacher. There will also be spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).

RETREAT SCHEDULE

• Submit your application and a $ 200 deposit. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 1/5/25.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Sandra G,   SandraG@insightretreatcenter.org

1 week Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal & bruni davila, & Online Practice Discussions with Kirsten Rudestam
March 2 to 9, 2025  -  Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm  End time: Sunday 11:30 am
Check-in Times: Check in promptly at one of the following times: Sat, 3/1 at 6pm; Sun, 3/2 at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.

A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal and bruni davila, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Kirsten Rudestam, the Online Teacher.

This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil and bruni will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners and beginners familiar with basic insight meditation instruction and have practiced regularly for at least four months. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with Kirsten Rudestam, as the Online Teacher. There will also be some spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).

RETREAT SCHEDULE

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 12/23/24 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 2/9/25.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Monica,   monica@insightretreatcenter.org

5 day Online Insight Retreat with Ines Freedman and Kodo Conlin
March 26 to 30, 2025  -  Start time: Wednesday, 4:00 pm  End time: Sunday 11:30 am
Check-in Times: Check in promptly on Wednesday, 3/26 at 3 pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.

A silent mindfulness retreat using Zoom with periods of sitting and walking meditation, instruction, dharma talks, and practice discussion with the teachers. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances.

RETREAT SCHEDULE

• Your application and $100 deposit must be received by 1/16/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 3/5/25.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Fred,   fred@insightretreatcenter.org

4 day Online Insight Retreat: Cultivating Tranquility and Insight when Health is Challenged with Ying Chen and Francisco Morillo Gable
April 10 to 13, 2025  -  Start time: Thursday, 4:00 pm  End time: Sunday 10:00 am
Check-in Times: Check in promptly on DAY/DATE at 3 pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.

This retreat invites anyone living with health challenges to join us for a time of nourishment through the cultivation of calming tranquility and insights, and resting in community. The retreat includes alternating periods of sitting and walking or guided movements, as well as practice discussions with the teachers.

RETREAT SCHEDULE

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 1/31/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 3/20/25.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Sandra S,   sandra@insightretreatcenter.org

2 week Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal, & Online Practice Discussions with Diana Clark
May 4 to 18, 2025  -  Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm  End time: Sunday 11:15 am
Check-in Times: Check in promptly at one of the following times: Saturday, May 3rd at 6pm or Sunday, May 4th at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.

A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Diana Clark, the Online Teacher.

This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with Diana Clark, as the Online Teacher. There will also be spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).

RETREAT SCHEDULE

• Requirements: Attended at least four, 7-day (or longer) silent Vipassana retreats
• Your application and $ 350 deposit must be received by 1/25/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 4/13/25.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Evelyn,   evelyn@insightretreatcenter.org

1 week Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal, Nolitha Tsengiwe & Devon Hase, & Online Practice Discussions with Ying Chen
June 1 to 8, 2025  -  Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm  End time: Sunday 11:30 am
Check-in Times: Check in promptly at one of the following times: Sat, May 31 at 6pm; Sun, June 1 at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.

A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal, Nolitha Tsengiwe and Devon Hase, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Ying Chen, the Online Teacher.

This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil, Nolitha and Devon will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners and beginners familiar with basic insight meditation instruction and have practiced regularly for at least four months. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with Ying Chen, as the Online Teacher. There will also be some spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).

RETREAT SCHEDULE

• Your application and $ 200 deposit must be received by 3/22/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 5/11/25.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Monica,   monica@insightretreatcenter.org

28 day Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal, & Online Practice Discussions with Ines Freedman
August 31 to September 27, 2025  -  Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm  End time: Saturday 12:00 pm
Check-in Times: Check in promptly Saturday, Aug 31st at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.

A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Ines Freedman, the Online Teacher.

This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners.

We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions with Ines Freedman. There spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).

RETREAT SCHEDULE

• Requirements: Attended at least four, 7-day (or longer) silent Insight retreats.
• Your application and $ 350 deposit must be received by 5/21/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 8/10/25.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Sandra G,   sandrag@insightretreatcenter.org

1 week Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal & Andrea Castillo, & Online Practice Discussions with Mei Elliott
October 26 to November 2, 2025  -  Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm  End time: Sunday 11:30 am
Check-in Times: Check in promptly at one of the following times: Saturday, 10/25 at 6pm; Sunday, 10/26 at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.

A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Castillo, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Mei Elliott, the Online Teacher.

This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil and Andrea will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners and beginners familiar with basic insight meditation instruction and have practiced regularly for at least four months. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with the Online Teacher. There will also be some spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).

RETREAT SCHEDULE

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 8/16/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 10/5/25.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Kathryn,   Kathryng@insightretreatcenter.org

1 week Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal & TBD, & Online Practice Discussions with Kodo Conlin
November 16 to 23, 2025  -  Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm  End time: Sunday 11:30 am
Check-in Times: Check in promptly at one of the following times: Sat, 11/15 at 6pm; Sun, 11/16 at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.

A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal and TBD, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Kodo Conlin, the Online Teacher.

This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil and TBD will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners and beginners familiar with basic insight meditation instruction and have practiced regularly for at least four months. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with the Online Teacher. There will also be some spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).

RETREAT SCHEDULE

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 9/6/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 10/26/25.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Helen,   helen@insightretreatcenter.org

1 week Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsdal & Andrea Fella, & Online Practice Discussions with Liz Powell
November 30 to December 7, 2025  -  Start time: Sunday, 4:00 pm  End time: Sunday 11:30 am
Check-in Times: Check in promptly at one of the following times: Sat, Nov 29 at 6pm; Sun, Nov 30 at 3pm. This is optional if you have previously attended an IRC Online Retreat.

A Hybrid via Zoom of a live silent mindfulness retreat with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella, with alternating sitting and walking meditation, instruction, and dharma talks. Online Practice Discussions are with Liz Powell, the Online Teacher.

This “hybrid” retreat is a “two-track” retreat: Gil and Andrea will teach in person to the Residential participants at the Insight Retreat Center and simultaneously via Zoom, to the Online participants. Suitable for experienced practitioners and beginners familiar with basic insight meditation instruction and have practiced regularly for at least four months. We encourage practitioners to participate fully, understanding that sometimes exceptions may be necessary due to one’s home circumstances. Online Retreatants will have Practice Discussions and Drop-in Groups with Liz Powell, as the Online Teacher. There will also be some spaces available for Online Auditors, (those that would like to audit online without teacher support).

RETREAT SCHEDULE

• Your application and $200 deposit must be received by 9/20/25 to be entered in the lottery. Applicants will be notified about 2 weeks later if they have been Accepted or are on the Waiting List. Subsequent applications will be added to the Waiting List. Your deposit will only be charged if you are accepted to the retreat and cancel after 11/9/25.
• Questions: Contact the Registrar: Barry,   barry@insightretreatcenter.org