Vipassana Meditation

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What To Bring

The following information is for those who have been accepted on the meditation course:

Items to bring to the centre

Please note: Students are asked not to bring to the course any personal food, mobile phones, pagers, laptop computers, PDAs, MP3 players, reading or writing materials.

The items that have been listed below cover all seasons. Please bring items appropriate for the season. Rain-gear is always advisable.

Bedding

We provide one duvet, one pillow and two blankets per bed, please bring a sheet, pillowcase and duvet cover with you.

Meditation cushions

Meditation cushions and blankets are provided but you may also bring your own.

Clothing

Bring enough clothing for the duration of your stay. All students should observe the rules for modest dress as outlined in the Code of Discipline. Shorts, tank tops, transparent, tight or revealing clothing, etc. are not permitted. Tights or leggings should be worn only under a knee length top or skirt/dress.

  • Jacket
  • Raingear - raincoat, umbrella
  • Warm hat, mitts, socks
  • Sweaters and/or shawls
  • Boots
  • House slippers and/or quiet slip-on shoes are useful inside

Toiletries

For the comfort of the other students, please do not bring any perfumes or scented creams, powders, shaving lotions, etc.

  • Towel
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Bath soap
  • Unscented deodorant
  • Shampoo
  • Shaving/Sanitary supplies

Other items you may find useful

  • Small travel alarm clock
  • Torch (with extra batteries)
  • Drinking water bottle
  • Thermos flask for hot water

 

Please note: Property is kept at the centre at your own risk. The Vipassana Trust is not liable for any loss or damage to property howsoever caused.

 

 


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