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Insight Meditation Society holds the honor of being one of the first meditation retreat centers in the Western world and continues to give visitors guidance on Buddhist meditation through retreats.
There are 240 acres of secluded woods surrounding the Forest Refuge and Retreat Center, with the first offering programs for experienced meditators while the second has courses of all levels and durations.
There are three dorms at the Retreat Center with single rooms containing a closet, chair, and sink and shared bathrooms, while the Forest Refuge offers similar accommodations.
At the Retreat Center, there are meditation instructors offering daily guidance and instruction to help with compassion and awareness, as well as individual and group interviews with teachers.
Retreats there can last between a weekend and three months, while those at the Forest Refuge must be at least a week. There are also work and meditation retreats available.
Three vegetarian meals are included each day during every retreat with the ability to accommodate food allergies.
1230 Pleasant Street, Barre, Massachusetts 01005, Phone: 978-355-4378
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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