A 7-day retreat dedicated to the Bodhisattva of Great Compassion
Fall retreat: October 12 - 20, 2019 [Registration closed]
Spring retreat: March 7 - 15, 2020

Come join us for a week of recitation, meditation, and self-reflection immersed in a spiritual community, the City of Ten Thousand Buddhas. This is a chance to disconnect from our digital devices, reconnect to our inner wisdom and compassion, and form a true network of caring relationships with those around us.​
Retreat Details
Guan Shi Yin Bodhisattva (or simply “Guan Yin”) is considered an embodiment of Great Compassion. Her name literally means "She who Hears the Cries of the World." As a Bodhisattva dedicated to the welfare of all beings, she listens deeply to each of our sounds and responds accordingly. By reciting her name, we tap our own inherent capacity for kindness and compassion. By quieting our minds, we begin to hear our own inner sounds with a caring and open heart.
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Come join us for one week of intensive recitation and meditation practice in a monastic environment. The daily schedule consists of chanting, walking, bowing, and sitting recitation, as well as discussions and lectures to explain the practice.
  • Engage in discussions with practicing monks, nuns, and teachers.
  • Meet other students interested in exploring Buddhism.
  • Experience the methods of Guan Yin recitation, contemplation, and meditation.
  • Study from Buddhist sacred texts the methods of practices related to Guan Yin Bodhisattva.
  • Train according to the Buddhist code of conduct.
  • Try a vegetarian diet.

Retreat fees: $200*
* We are committed to making sure that finance is not an obstacle in attending the retreat. Please contact request a scholarship when you apply if you have financial difficulty paying for room and board.

Location: The retreat is held at the City of Ten Thousand Buddhas (CTTB) in Ukiah, CA. CTTB was named a "sacred site" by National Geographic. It is located just 110 miles north of San Francisco. The campus includes a Buddhist monastery with practicing monks and nuns, as well as schools and an organic farm.

Cancellation Policy: For cancellations made 10 days prior to arrival day, refunds will be available minus the $20 application fee. Cancellations made less than 10 days before retreat arrival day do not qualify for a refund. Registration is non-transferable.

For more information, contact [email protected]
Typical Schedule
About Instructors

Afternoon discussion and evening sutra lectures with Doug Powers, a DRBU professor.
Guidelines

General Guidelines for your visit.
Logistics & Info

Accommodations, packing list, meals, weather, and more.