{"product_id":"wmr-kmca-oct-26","title":"Weekend Meditation Retreat | Fri 2 - Sun 4 Oct 2026","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTreat yourself to a revitalizing weekend retreat at Kadampa Meditation Centre Australia (KMCA), located in the tranquil Dandenong Ranges amidst lush forests and flower farms. This serene setting provides an ideal backdrop for guided meditations that renew the mind and bring inner peace.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLed by qualified Buddhist teachers, these retreats offer the opportunity to discover profound happiness and contentment through the tranquility of meditation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEmbrace the opportunity to immerse yourself in the stillness and peace that meditation brings during these weekend escapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeacher.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 434.969px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 434.969px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 434.969px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/9654\/9287\/files\/TeacherGerry_480x480.jpg?v=1697416490\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe teacher of this course is \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGerry Bensoussan. Gerry is an experienced and well-loved teacher in the new Kadampa Tradition. Gerry has a kind and caring nature and presents Buddha's teachings in a way that is both accessible and easy to understand, making Buddha's profound wisdom accessible to everyone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/9654\/9287\/files\/Meal_Med_480x480.jpg?v=1696205732\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvent Information.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAddress:\u003c\/strong\u003e KMC Australia |\u003cspan\u003e 25 McCarthy Road, Monbulk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lunch and dinner are included in the retreat booking. If you have booked accommodation, breakfast will also be included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll meals served are vegan with some non-vegan options such as yoghurt available on the side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe cannot guarantee allergen free meals and it is not possible for us to cater to individual dietary requirements. Our meals mainly use ingredients which are wheat free or gluten free, however there are times that the meal will contain traces of wheat or gluten, or the side dish is, for example, bread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccommodation:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you book accommodation, please note the following is included:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle Ensuite, Single, Twin \/ Double Room and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePre-Erected Tent : all linen and towel provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDorm Rooms: A sheet and pillow with pillow slip is provided. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag and towel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamping: you will need to bring everything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShuttle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Belgrave station shuttle available If you need a pick-up or drop-off service, $15 per person per trip. To book please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/meditateinmelbourne.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact-us\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/meditateinmelbourne.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact-us\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1680314740460000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw15T8MyJayFzIYXBt083sZ2\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact us here.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBookings close:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 hours prior to the event starting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo join the waiting list for accommodation if sold out, please \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/meditateinmelbourne.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact us here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetreat Timetable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cform class=\"cart\" action=\"https:\/\/www.kadampa.live\/product\/ma-05022022\/\" method=\"post\" enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" id=\"gform_62\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gform_variation_wrapper gform_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 551px; 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