Below you will find information on a small residential retreat in Excelsior Springs with Burmese monastic Sayadaw U Indaka and western lay-teacher Kate Dresher. Space is limited, so if you are interested please reach out soon to retreats.kd@gmail.com. Application and information is available below.

Where and when: Lake Doniphan Retreat Center, Excelsior Springs, MO May 19-26, 2019

You are invited to participate in an 8-day/7-night intensive insight meditation retreat with Burmese monastic Sayadaw U Indaka and western lay-teacher Kate Dresher.

This east-west fusion retreat will support participant’s growth in the contemplation and understanding of the Buddha’s teachings. Sayadaw’s approach is straightforward and clear; his guidance, precise. He will be speaking thru a translator, inviting a broad receptivity. Kate’s teaching will augment and complement, enhancing the supportiveness and accessibility of the retreat.

The retreat will include periods of sitting and walking meditation, Dharma talks, and daily, one-on-one meetings with the teachers. It is suitable for students who are committed to deepening their spiritual practice and inspired by this opportunity. Both beginning and experienced meditators are welcome. Space is limited to 20 and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.