Vipassana meditation allows us to see phenomena as they are, without assumptions, without additions, without distortions. In the same way that if we are swimming we can know for ourselves clearly that we are swimming, we can come to see with the same clarity any other phenomenon of life. This way is very powerful to understand reality as it is and solve everyday problems, which leads us to the eradication of suffering. If we get to see clearly what causes a disease we may be suffering from, or a conflict with another person, we can make the necessary changes until we completely solve the problem.
However, to access this clear vision, that is, to access Vipassana meditation, the mind must be calm, so that it does not interfere in the process. And to be able to calm the mind voluntarily it is necessary that we train it well. We achieve this through Samatha meditation.
In the retreat we will initially develop the practice of Samatha meditation through mindfulness in breathing (Ānāpānasati practice) and gradually incorporate the practice of Vipassana meditation. Both practices will be carried out in order to be developed in our daily lives, to help us solve everyday problems and to continue our human development.
The meditation practice will be complemented by martial arts and yoga body work.
To attend the retreat, it is not necessary to have practiced previously. During the retreat, the necessary instructions, adapted to the attendees, will be given.
Registration:
For registration email to javier@lavidaexiste.com
Date/Time:
From Saturday 22 to Saturday 29 August 2026
Time:
- Saturday 22 August: 18:00 – 20:00h.
- Sunday 23 – Friday 28 August: 7:00 – 23:00h with breaks for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Saturday 29 August: 7:00 – 13:00h with break for breakfast, ending after lunch.
Place:
Guía, Gran Canaria