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Going on Retreat

Buddhism and Meditation Retreats

A Buddhist retreat gives you a chance to put aside the concerns and demands of your everyday routine. By getting away from the noise and clutter of the city or where ever you come from, you can begin to relax and open up.

Going on retreat is something I have benefitted enormously from over the years and the first time I went on one with the Dublin Buddhist Centre I knew I had found my sangha. They offer some of the most accessible retreats I have been on both in terms of finance and the warmth and support of those leading the retreat.
          – Anne

Many people who go on Buddhist retreats feel more grounded, calmer and in touch with themselves. Those who go on retreat regularly find these qualities pervading the rest of their lives, and can live more and more from their human potential.

Going on retreat gives you the opportunity to share time and inspiration with like-minded people from all walks of life. Many people find that a sense of community develops as a retreat progresses, and lasting friendships are born from their experience.

Retreats are not ‘holidays’ – they are an opportunity to deepen your awareness of yourself, other people, and the world around you. They give you space to clarify what is essential in your life. And as such, a retreat can be a challenging, life-changing experience.

Modern life is very busy with so many demands on my time and attention. Being on retreat was the first time I can recall since childhood that I felt really free and calm. It’s the people not the place though, everyone was kind and thoughtful. I was so nervous before going the first time and so uplifted on the way home. Just book one, you won’t regret it!
          – Emmet

Are you interested in going on retreat?

01 May

Living The Vision: Transforming Our Lives and the World Through Buddhist Practice – May Sangha Retreat

Date May 1, 2026-May 4, 2026
Cost
A long-weekend retreat for Sangha members and those who have learned the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices with a Triratna Buddhist Centre. Led by Maitrikaya and Varabandhu.
15 May
Yoga

Yoga and Meditation Weekend Retreat

Date May 15, 2026-May 17, 2026
Cost
A retreat for people who wish to meditate and practice yoga in ideal conditions in the Tipperary countryside. Led by Pavara.
26 June

Weekend Retreat for Men with Dharmapriya

Date June 26, 2026-June 28, 2026
Cost
A retreat for men who have learned the Mindfulness of Breath and Metta Bhavana meditation practices with a Triratna Buddhist Centre. Led by Dharmapriya with Pavara
17 July
Yoga

Yoga and Meditation Weekend Retreat

Date July 17, 2026-July 19, 2026
Cost
A retreat for people who wish to meditate and practice yoga in ideal conditions in the Tipperary countryside. Led by Pavara & Khemagita.
30 July

Summer Sangha Retreat

Date July 30, 2026-August 3, 2026
Cost
A Sangha retreat offering a unique opportunity to go deeper in your Buddhist practice with others in ideal conditions Led by Vajrashura
11 September

Meditate Effectively – Weekend Retreat

Date September 11, 2026-September 13, 2026
Cost
A retreat for people who have never meditated before, or those with some experience but who want to experience greater depth in meditation. Led by Sadayasihi
24 September

September Sangha Retreat

Date September 24, 2026-September 27, 2026
Cost
A long-weekend retreat for Sangha members and those who have learned the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices with a Triratna Buddhist Centre. Led by Subhadramati and Vajrashura.
23 October

Autumn Sangha Retreat

Date October 23, 2026-October 26, 2026
Cost
A long-weekend retreat for Sangha members and those who have learned the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices with a Triratna Buddhist Centre. Led by Maitrikaya and Sadayasihi.
30 October
Yoga

Yoga and Meditation Weekend Retreat

Date October 30, 2026-November 1, 2026
Cost
A retreat for people who wish to meditate and practice yoga in ideal conditions in the Tipperary countryside. Led by Pavara.
13 November

Weekend Retreat for Women

Date November 13, 2026-November 15, 2026
Cost
A retreat for women who have learned the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices with a Triratna Buddhist Centre. Led by Atulyamitra and Sadayasihi
27 December

Winter Sangha Retreat

Date December 27, 2026-January 3, 2027
Cost
A long-weekend retreat for Sangha members and those who have learned the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices with a Triratna Buddhist Centre. Led by Varabandhu and Sadayasihi

Pictures from some of our Retreats

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