On-Site Retreats

A Life that Works

David McKay

November 11 - 15, 2026
Southern Dharma Retreat Center

Dedicated Dharma practice gradually produces greater and deeper peace and self-love. As we learn to pay attention, to recognize and let go of confused and unhappy states of mind, and to embody our authentic nature, over time our skill increases, both inwardly and outwardly. We learn how to truly take care of ourselves, how to […]

Jhanas, Metta, and Emptiness

Mary Aubry

December 3 - 13, 2026
Southern Dharma Retreat Center

This ten-day retreat will focus on the development of the Jhanas (deep concentration states) in a regular sitting practice for the purpose of enhancing insight practice as taught by Leigh Brasington and his teacher, the Venerable Ayya Khema. Insight topics will include the Four Noble Truths, impermanence, dependent origination, and emptiness. Metta practice will be […]

Grounding in Presence, Compassion, and Wise Intention

Eve Decker and Lev Michael Moses

December 27, 2026 - January 1, 2027
Southern Dharma Retreat Center

Deepening in presence and compassion, and guided by wise intention, our response to this moment helps shape future moments. The Buddha said, 'Intention, I tell you, is karma.' Join us in a retreat devoted to presence and radical kindness, and utilizing wise intention to move into the unfolding future guided by practices that support clarity, […]