BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Dublin Buddhist Centre - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Dublin Buddhist Centre X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Dublin Buddhist Centre REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Dublin BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260407T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260407T213000 DTSTAMP:20260401T151445Z CREATED:20260217T165506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T151445Z UID:11046-1775588400-1775597400@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Triratna Day Festival DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/triratna-day-festival-2/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Sangha Regulars,Festival Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Triratna-Day-2025-website-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260402 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260407 DTSTAMP:20260309T141330Z CREATED:20260127T155333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T141330Z UID:10827-1775088000-1775519999@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive - Guru Padmasambhava - Spring Sangha Retreat DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/spring-sangha-retreat/ LOCATION:Location: Shubha Vihara\, Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary\, V94 9P38\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Sangha Regulars,Going Deeper in Buddhism,Going Deeper in Meditation,Residential Retreats run by the Dublin Buddhist Centre,Sangha Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Padmasambhava-Letterbox.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260329T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260329T170000 DTSTAMP:20251211T145046Z CREATED:20251211T144821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T145046Z UID:10658-1774778400-1774803600@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/yoga-and-meditation-day-retreat-4/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Front Page Events,Meditation Pages Events - Intro Days,Yoga and Meditation Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Pavara-Image-for-Website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260327T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260327T210000 DTSTAMP:20260312T140316Z CREATED:20260311T112455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T140316Z UID:11358-1774638000-1774645200@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Alternative Friday Night - An Under-35 Event DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/alternative-friday-night-an-under-35-event/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Events for Sangha Regulars,Front Page Events,Under 30's ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Alternative-Friday-Night-WEBSITE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260322T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260322T163000 DTSTAMP:20260309T170106Z CREATED:20251211T143918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T170106Z UID:10644-1774173600-1774197000@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Meditation Essentials - Day Retreat DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/meditation-essentials-day-retreat-3/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Front Page Events,Introduction to Meditation Day Retreats,Meditation Essentials - Courses and Day Retreats for Newcomers,Meditation Pages Events - Intro Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025-11-23rd-Meditation-Day-Retreat.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260318T191500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260318T213000 DTSTAMP:20260309T140855Z CREATED:20251211T141642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T140855Z UID:10631-1773861300-1773869400@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Mind\, Reactive and Creative - Six Week Buddhism Course DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/mind-reactive-and-creative-five-week-buddhism-course/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Buddhism Page Events - Courses,Events for Newcomers,Events for Sangha Regulars,Front Page Events,Going Deeper in Buddhism,Introduction to Buddhism Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2024-06-29th-Mind-Reactive-and-Creative-Website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260314T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260314T151500 DTSTAMP:20260521T200111Z CREATED:20260302T163206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T200111Z UID:11198-1773493200-1773501300@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Dharma Circle: The Spiral Path to Enlightenment - An Under-35 Event DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/dharma-circle-the-spiral-path/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Events for Sangha Regulars,Front Page Events,Under 30's ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-03-14th-Young-Buddhist-Seminar-WEBSITE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260316 DTSTAMP:20260220T191426Z CREATED:20251211T115014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T191426Z UID:10564-1773360000-1773619199@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Meditate Effectively - Weekend Retreat DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/meditate-effectively-weekend-retreat-3/ LOCATION:Location: Shubha Vihara\, Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary\, V94 9P38\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Front Page Events,Going Deeper in Buddhism,Going Deeper in Meditation,Intro to Meditation Retreats,Newcomers Meditation Retreat,Residential Retreats run by the Dublin Buddhist Centre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2025-09-12th-Newcomers-Retreat-Website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260303T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260303T211500 DTSTAMP:20260224T151420Z CREATED:20260223T215924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T151420Z UID:11167-1772564400-1772572500@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Mitra Ceremonies DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/mitra-ceremonies-2/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Sangha Regulars,Festival Days,Going Deeper in Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Mitra-Ceremonies-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260220T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260220T210000 DTSTAMP:20260205T163930Z CREATED:20260205T163815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T163930Z UID:10942-1771614000-1771621200@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Alternative Friday Night: Tales of Freedom - An Under-35 Event DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/alt-friday-night-feb/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Events for Sangha Regulars,Front Page Events,Under 30's ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-02-20th-Alternative-Friday-Night-Under-35s-WEBSITE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260223 DTSTAMP:20251211T121145Z CREATED:20251211T120638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T121145Z UID:10574-1771545600-1771804799@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Yoga and Meditation Weekend Retreat DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/yoga-and-meditation-weekend-retreat/ LOCATION:Location: Shubha Vihara\, Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary\, V94 9P38\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Front Page Events,Intro to Meditation Retreats,Residential Retreats run by the Dublin Buddhist Centre,Yoga and Meditation Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2025-08-22nd-Yoga-Meditation-Retreat-Website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260215T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260215T170000 DTSTAMP:20260210T142907Z CREATED:20251211T122622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T142907Z UID:10596-1771149600-1771174800@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Parinirvana Day Festival DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/parinirvana-day-festival/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Sangha Regulars,Festival Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-02-16th-Parinirvana-Day.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260214T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260214T151500 DTSTAMP:20260129T170842Z CREATED:20260129T163424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T170842Z UID:10908-1771074000-1771082100@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Dharma Circle: The Tibetan Wheel of Life - An Under-35 Event DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/dharma-circle-feb/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Events for Sangha Regulars,Front Page Events,Under 30's ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2026-02-14th-Dharma-Circle-Young-Buddhists-Website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260207T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260121T220124Z CREATED:20260120T175818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T220124Z UID:10785-1770465600-1770480000@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Spring Cleaning Day DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/spring-cleaning-day/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Sangha Regulars,Front Page Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Cleaning-Day1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260207T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260208T170000 DTSTAMP:20260204T105817Z CREATED:20250917T162929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T105817Z UID:10222-1770458400-1770570000@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:The Way of Loving Kindness - Two Day Meditation Workshop DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/the-way-of-loving-kindness-two-day-meditation-workshop-dec-2025/ LOCATION:Location: Oscailt Integrative Health Centre\, 8 Pembroke Road\, Dublin 4\, D04 F597\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Events for Sangha Regulars,Front Page Events,Going Deeper in Buddhism,Going Deeper in Meditation,Introduction to Meditation Day Retreats,Meditation Pages Events - Intro Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-02-27th-The-Way-of-Metta.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260204T191500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260204T213000 DTSTAMP:20251211T143048Z CREATED:20251211T121439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T143048Z UID:10582-1770232500-1770240600@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:The Foundations of Buddhist Practice - Five Week Course DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/the-foundations-of-buddhist-practice-five-week-course-2/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Buddhism Page Events - Courses,Events for Newcomers,Front Page Events,Introduction to Buddhism Courses,Introduction to Meditation Courses,Meditation Page Events - Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2026-03-18th-Foundations-of-Buddhist-Practice-website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260203 DTSTAMP:20260106T163808Z CREATED:20251217T193705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T163808Z UID:10604-1769731200-1770076799@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:The Quick Way to Wisdom - February Bank Holiday Sangha Retreat DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/february-sangha-retreat/ LOCATION:Location: Shubha Vihara\, Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary\, V94 9P38\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Sangha Regulars,Going Deeper in Buddhism,Going Deeper in Meditation,Residential Retreats run by the Dublin Buddhist Centre,Sangha Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2026-01-30th-Sangha-Retreat-Website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260115T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260115T214500 DTSTAMP:20251211T122145Z CREATED:20251125T132023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T122145Z UID:10465-1768505400-1768513500@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Life With Full Attention - Eight Week Mindfulness Course DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/life-with-full-attention-jan-2026/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Buddhism Page Events - Courses,Events for Sangha Regulars,Front Page Events,Going Deeper in Meditation,Meditation Page Events - Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-05-01st-Life-With-Full-Attention-Website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260111T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260111T163000 DTSTAMP:20260108T163057Z CREATED:20251126T173027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T163057Z UID:10486-1768125600-1768149000@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:[Fully Booked] New Year Tonic Day Retreat with Prajnamayi DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/tonic-day-retreat-with-prajnamayi-jan-2026/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Front Page Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-01-11th-New-Year-tonic-Day-Website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260109T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260109T211500 DTSTAMP:20251203T202548Z CREATED:20251202T163556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T202548Z UID:10515-1767985200-1767993300@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Prasannadeva's Send-Off Evening DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/prasannadeva-send-off-evening-jan-2026/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Sangha Regulars,Festival Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Prasannadeva-Website-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260105T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260105T204500 DTSTAMP:20260220T170215Z CREATED:20251124T131311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T170215Z UID:10454-1767637800-1767645900@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Meditation Essentials - Five Week Course DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/meditation-essentials-jan-2026/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Buddhism Page Events - Courses,Events for Newcomers,Front Page Events,Introduction to Meditation Courses,Meditation Essentials - Courses and Day Retreats for Newcomers,Meditation Page Events - Courses,Mindfulness Events and Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Untitled-design7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251228 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260101 DTSTAMP:20251210T162803Z CREATED:20251126T173606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T162803Z UID:10475-1766880000-1767225599@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Meditate Effectively - Winter Retreat DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/meditate-effectively-new-year-retreat-dec-2025/ LOCATION:Location: Shubha Vihara\, Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary\, V94 9P38\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Front Page Events,Going Deeper in Buddhism,Going Deeper in Meditation,Intro to Meditation Retreats,Newcomers Meditation Retreat,Residential Retreats run by the Dublin Buddhist Centre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251228 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260103 DTSTAMP:20251009T152831Z CREATED:20250611T094527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T152831Z UID:9608-1766880000-1767398399@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:The Life of Milarepa - DBC Winter Sangha Retreat DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/dbc-winter-sangha-retreat/ LOCATION:Location: Bru Moytura\, Corlisheen\, Riverstown\, Co. Sligo\, F52 D290\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Sangha Regulars,Going Deeper in Buddhism,Going Deeper in Meditation,Residential Retreats run by the Dublin Buddhist Centre,Sangha Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-12-28th-Winter-Retreat-The-Life-of-Milarepa-Website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251225T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251225T120000 DTSTAMP:20251208T194119Z CREATED:20251208T194013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T194119Z UID:10554-1766656800-1766664000@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Xmas Day at the DBC DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/xmas-day-at-the-dbc/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Sangha Regulars,Festival Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Xmas-Day-Practice-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251219T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251219T211500 DTSTAMP:20251118T180558Z CREATED:20251118T180552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T180558Z UID:10427-1766170800-1766178900@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Special Winter Solstice Celebration DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/winter-solstice-celebration-2025/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Sangha Regulars,Festival Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2024-12-Winter-Solstice-Celebration.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251130T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251130T170000 DTSTAMP:20250813T140103Z CREATED:20250813T135821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T140103Z UID:10013-1764496800-1764522000@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/yoga-and-meditation-day-retreat-3/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Front Page Events,Meditation Pages Events - Intro Days,Yoga and Meditation Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Pavara-Image-for-Website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251128T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251128T211500 DTSTAMP:20251125T162845Z CREATED:20251022T092907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T162845Z UID:10314-1764356400-1764364500@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Building a Buddhaland: The Real Meaning of Shubha Vihara DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/dharma-talk-by-subhadramati/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Sangha Regulars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Subhadramati-in-the-DBC-Shrine-Room.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201 DTSTAMP:20251022T123059Z CREATED:20250530T161517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T123059Z UID:9546-1764288000-1764547199@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Meditate Effectively - Weekend Retreat DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/meditate-effectively-weekend-retreat-2/ LOCATION:Location: Shubha Vihara\, Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary\, V94 9P38\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Front Page Events,Going Deeper in Buddhism,Going Deeper in Meditation,Intro to Meditation Retreats,Newcomers Meditation Retreat,Residential Retreats run by the Dublin Buddhist Centre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251126T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251126T210000 DTSTAMP:20251107T093422Z CREATED:20251106T170406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T093422Z UID:10383-1764185400-1764190800@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Parents' Sangha Event DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/parents-sangha-event-nov-2025/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Buddhism Page Events - Courses,Events for Sangha Regulars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Photo-by-Daria-Obymaha-httpswww.pexels.comphotomother-and-daughter-on-grass-1683975-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251123T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251123T163000 DTSTAMP:20260220T170215Z CREATED:20250813T151918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T170215Z UID:10047-1763892000-1763915400@dublinbuddhistcentre.org SUMMARY:Meditation Essentials - Day Retreat DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Principle of Transformation Alive Guru PadmasambhavaSpring Sangha Retreat \n \n \n \n 4 Nights\, Thursday 2nd  – Monday 6th April 2026 \n \n \n \n Led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will be explored? \n \n \n \n When and where \n \n \n \n Who is this retreat for? \n \n \n \n The retreat leaders \n \n \n \n What people enjoy most \n \n \n \n The food \n \n \n \n How to get there \n \n \n \n Booking information \n \n \n \n Accommodation \n \n \n \n Booking Terms & Conditions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Central to the Dharma life is the principle of transformation – transforming our hearts\, our minds\, and our world for the better. In the midst of daily life\, it’s easy to forget that Dharma and meditation practice isn’t just about coping with the stresses of the world – it’s about a complete transformation of how we relate to and experience the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On this retreat we’ll be evoking and enriching the principle of transformation through Dharma and meditation practice – especially through evoking the great guru Padmasambhava\, the legandary figure who brought Buddhism to Tibet and who is the embodiment of transformation. This long weekend retreat – from Thursday to Monday – will offer a unique chance to deeply activate the principle of wonderous tranformation in our lives.  So join us in Shubha Vihara retreat centre\, the abode of beauty –  where we will experience the life-changing nature of retreats through talks\, reflections\, meditations\, ritual\, silence and friendship. Image: Padmasambhava statue at Ghyoilisang peace park\, Boudhanath\, Kathmandu. License: CC BY SA 4.0 \n \n \n \n \n \n WhenThursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026 WhereThis retreat will take place in our very own retreat centre Shubha Vihara\, in Ballycorrigan\, Ballina\, Co. Tipperary. It’s approximately 2 hour’s drive from Dublin City. See below for a Google Map. \n \n \n \n \n \n This retreat is for Sangha regulars and people who have a meditation practice of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vajrashura \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jnanalila \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Satyaprapta \n \n \n \n \n \n The retreat will be led by Vajrashura\, Jnanalila\, and Satyaprapta. \n \n \n \n \n \n We asked previous retreat participants what the highlights were for them. They answered: Meeting others on the retreatThe meditationThe walking meditationThe foodThe chance to reflect and be in nature \n \n \n \n \n \n All dishes are vegan\, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve astounded by many omnivores on our retreats who admitted they had no idea vegan food could be so tasty and filling! Every meal is cooked from scratch\, and there is always enough for second helpings. No one ever goes hungry on our retreats. \n \n \n \n \n \n Shubha Vihara is an approximately 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Dublin City Centre. There is usually there an opportunity to car pool\, subject to availability. If you can offer lifts\, let us know on the booking form. Buses can be taken to Limerick (UL) and then Ballina where pickups can be arranged. You can also get the train to a nearby town (Birdhill) and a taxi for the rest of the trip. \n \n \n \n \n \n CostWe do tiered pricing\, depending on the circumstances. €385 waged€345 low-waged€285 unwaged or studentYou can pay a deposit of €75 to secure your place. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What to ExpectAll bedrooms are shared with fellow participants\, typically with three to five retreatants per room. There are no single rooms at this venue. Sharing a room is a meaningful aspect of the retreat. Many find it enriching to live simply alongside others\, fostering a quiet sense of connection\, mutual support\, and community. This spirit of shared living reflects some key elements of Buddhist practice — simplicity\, awareness of others\, and compassion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A €75 deposit per person of this payment is non-refundable under all circumstances. If you wish to cancel or transfer a booking please notify us as soon as possible at info@dublinbuddhistcentre.org Cancellation:If you wish to cancel your place more than 14 days prior to the retreat starting\, a full refund minus the deposit will be offered.If cancellation occurs within 14 days of the retreat starting no refund will be available.TransfersAt least 14 days before the retreat starts: we will transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat.14 days or less before the retreat starts: we may be able to transfer your place to another residential retreat if there are places available on the alternative residential retreat and we can fill your place on the original retreat.If the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs more than your original booking you will need to pay the difference at the time of transferring in order to secure your place.We will refund the difference if the residential retreat you wish to transfer to costs less than the original booking.We will only transfer a booking once and no transfer will be possible once a residential retreat has started. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Shubha Vihara\n \n Address:\n \n\nBallycorrigan\n \n \n Ballina\,\n\n Co. Tipperary\n\n V94 9P38\n\n Ireland\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n Phone:\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Yoga and Meditation - Day Retreat \n\n\n \n \n Triratna Day Festival \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n SEE ALL EVENTS URL:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/events/meditation-essentials-day-retreat-2/ LOCATION:Location: Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Meet at Drumcondra Library\, Millmount Avenue\, Drumcondra\, Dublin\, D09 PT78\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events for Newcomers,Front Page Events,Introduction to Meditation Day Retreats,Meditation Essentials - Courses and Day Retreats for Newcomers,Meditation Pages Events - Intro Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025-11-23rd-Meditation-Day-Retreat.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR