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Wat Buddha Oregon

8360 David Lane SE, Turner, OR 97392

Find peace within, and transform the world around you.

Vipassana Meditation Guidlines

Wat Buddha Oregon

Registration Information

June 20-29, 2025

Registration opens until May 31, 2025

Monk's application Form
Lay Person's application Form

Please read the guidelines before registering!

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Qualification of the Attendees

Please understand the qualifications before registering the retreat.

  • The attendees must be able to take care of themselves during the retreat.
  • The attendees must not have any disease that may spread or harm others.
  • The attendees are not on any narcotics or any harmful substances. 
  • Any kinds of drugs (except prescriptions) or weapons are not allowed on the temple property.

What do you need to bring?

  • Photo Id
  • Toiletries and a towel. No fragrance, lotion, or makeup is allowed.
  • A pillow, a bedding, and a blanket (you will be sleeping on the floor)
  • Please bring enough clothing. A washer and dryer are not available for use.
  • If you drive to the temple, please bring your bedding.

Clothing:
The uniform must be white or off-white only.

Men: white trousers, white shirts, and white socks

Women: white blouse with sleeves, long white pants or long skirts, and white socks. The underwear must be a similar color to the uniform. No jewelry of any kind. Hair must be tied.

Rules of Retreat

  • Strictly practice eight precepts of Buddhism.
  • If you have any questions about Vipassana meditation, please consult only the monks.
  • No talking during the retreat. No phone calls. Please consult the monks or the staff if you need to make an urgent phone call.
  • You may not argue or fight with your fellow meditators. If an incident occurs, both parties will be asked to leave the temple.
  • All attendees must participate in morning and evening chanting with no exceptions.
  • Make sure to clean up the common area. Always clean up after yourself.

Disclaimer

Participation in this meditation retreat is entirely voluntary.

By attending, participants acknowledge and accept that travel, physical activities, environmental changes, or other circumstances may carry inherent risks to their physical or emotional well-being.

The temple and event organizers are not responsible for any injury, illness, loss, or damage that may occur during the course of participation,

We kindly encourage all participants to care for themselves mindfully and to hold responsibility for their well-being throughout the retreat.

May this practice be a path toward growth, peace, and a more profound connection with the Dharma.

Schedule

Opening Day

3:00 p.m.  Check-in & Orientation

5:00 p.m. Opening Ceremony

6:00 p.m. Evening Chanting/Practice Meditation

Day 2 -9

4:30 a.m.-6:00 a.m. Morning Chanting and practice meditation

7:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m. Breakfast

8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Practice Meditation

11:00 a.m. Lunch

1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Practice Meditation

4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Beverages/Personal Time

6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Evening Chanting/Practice Meditation

8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Listen to Dhamma Talk

Closing Day

4:30 a.m.-6:00 a.m. Morning Chanting and practice meditation

7:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m. Breakfast

8:30 a.m. Closing Ceremony

10:30 a.m. Monks go on Alms round

11:00 a.m. Lunch

What are the eight precepts of Buddhism?

You will strictly practice the eight precepts of Buddhism. No exceptions.

  • Abstaining from killing.
  • Abstaining from stealing.
  • Abstaining from sexual activity.
  • Abstaining from telling lies.
  • Abstaining from intoxicating drinks and drugs.
  • Abstaining from eating after noon.
  • Abstaining from entertainment and beautifying the body.
  • Abstaining from using luxurious furniture, including bedding.

The retreat is free of charge, but a donation is gladly accepted.

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