Led by Mindfulness Teachers Jane and Derek Kolleeny
This retreat will focus on the practice of meditation, appealing to new meditators, those with a developed practice, and those simply seeking renewal in the serenity of a contemplative environment. The progression will be from the beginning to more advanced aspects of meditation including becoming friends with ourselves, skillfully working with distraction, dullness and emotions, and developing insight into self-limiting habitual patterns.
The program will consist of sitting and walking meditation, talks and guided meditations, group discussion. During breaks, one can walk our labyrinth and trails, or simply enjoy the contemplative setting.
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Please note that all scholarships have been issued for this gathering. We thank you for your interest and overwhelming response. We regret that we are not able to assist as more participants. We deeply appreciate your understanding.
TEACHERS
Jane Kolleeny, Westchester Meditation Center Senior Teacher, has been studying and practicing Buddhism since the early seventies when her teacher Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche arrived in Boulder, Colorado. A native Coloradan, she moved to New York in 1990 and taught classes at the New York Shambhala Center for many years, organizing and teaching at the Tuesday dharma gatherings for nine years. She serves as volunteer retreats and business development director at Garrison Institute.
Derek Kolleeny, Westchester Meditation Center Senior Teacher, became a student of Chogyam Trunpga, Rinpoche, in 1976. He earned a B.A. from Harvard College in the Comparative Study of World Religions focusing in Buddhism in 1982, and a MBA from Columbia Business School in 1989. He served as CFO for various companies and not-for-profit organizations for 25 years and is now a consultant for non-profit organizations specializing in organizational development and financial management. He currently teaches meditation and Buddhist philosophy at Westchester Meditation Center and Rime Shedra NYC.
ACCOMMODATIONS
There are Single, Double and Dorm (3 people) rooms available. Please note, there is no available guest elevator and all rooms are accessible by stairs—except for those reserved for the mobility-impaired on the first floor. Dorm rooms are located exclusively on the fourth floor. There are two communal bathrooms on each residential floor as well as a comfortable lounge with sofas and easy chairs, where tea and instant coffee are available. The lounges also are equipped with wireless, high-speed internet connection. There are several local hotels within driving distance from the Institute, for those who wish to stay off-site, as commuters. Onsite meals are included with commuter registrations.
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