# Event Details - **Event Name**: 3-Day Retreat in Silence and Awareness (Vipassana) - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 18 Dec, 2025 at 05:00 pm – Sun, 21 Dec, 2025 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join a 3-day Silent Vipassana Retreat to disconnect from noise, deepen your meditation, and rediscover calm, clarity, and balance.About this EventAbout the PracticeThe program focuses on ancient meditation techniques that develop deep self-awareness through observing the breath and bodily sensations. Silence and mindfulness help you turn inward, gain mental clarity, calmness, and balance, and deepen your personal spiritual experience.Retreat DetailsLocation: A quiet and scenic location by Gull Lake, Alberta.Dates: December 18–21Daily ScheduleThursdayArrival & Welcome: Participants arrive, settle in, and get oriented to the retreat environment.Introduction to Vipassana Practice: Overview of techniques, guidelines, and expectations for the retreat.Evening Chanting: Om mantra chanting to set a mindful tone and create a sense of community.Friday-SaturdayMorning: Wake up, Tibetan prostrations, and meditation to start the day with clarity and presence. Morning Hatha yoga to awaken the body and enhance flexibility.Midday: Breakfast with nourishing vegetarian food, followed by a meditative and nature walk to connect with the surroundings and deepen mindfulness.Afternoon: Hatha yoga and pranayama session to strengthen the body-breath connection. Free time for reflection, journaling, or reading spiritual literature.Evening: Dinner, followed by seated or walking meditation. Evening walk to wind down the day in quiet awareness. Close the day with Om mantra chanting and Shavasana for deep relaxation.SundayMorning: Wake up, Tibetan prostrations, and Anapanasati meditation. Morning Hatha yoga to gently prepare the body for departure.Midday: Breakfast with wholesome vegetarian food.Late Morning: Closing with silence and sharing reflections. Participants have the opportunity to discuss experiences and insights gained during the retreat.Departure: Farewell and organized transportation back to Calgary and Edmonton.Additional InformationMeals: Vegetarian, two meals per day, well-balanced and nourishing.Transfer: Organized transportation is available from Calgary and Edmonton.Accommodation & PricingWe offer several accommodation options to make your stay comfortable and peaceful during the retreat:Room Type: Early Bird Price (until November 10)Single Room: $650 + feesSingle Room–Basement: $550 + feesQuad Room (shared, 4 beds): $450 / bed + feesEarly Bird DiscountsBook before November 9 → Early Bird Price.November 10 bookings → +10% to base price.December bookings (Dec 1–17) → +20% to base price (shown as final crossed-out price).⚡ Booking early guarantees the best rate and secures your preferred room option before spaces fill up.What’s Included in the PriceAccommodation (3 nights, based on selected room type)Two healthy vegetarian meals per day (breakfast & dinner) + fruit snacks during the dayDaily yoga, meditation, pranayama, and guided practicesOrganized transfer available from Calgary & Edmonton (optional)Reserve Your SpotSpaces are limited, and rooms are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.Secure your retreat experience today and give yourself the gift of silence, balance, and inner peace.? Reserve now and save with Early Bird pricing!More details on our website https://vipassana.ca/events/3-day-silent-meditation-retreat/https://youtu.be/KLnAvlQY7OU - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gull-lake/3-day-retreat-in-silence-and-awareness-vipassana/100001854978844659 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, meditation, yoga, art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 214.75, max: 214.75, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Gull Lake - **state**: AB - **country**: Canada - **location**: F363+75C Gull Lake, Alberta, Canada - **lat**: 52.4624703 - **long**: -113.9409526 - **full address**: F363+75C Gull Lake, Alberta, Canada, 27 Lakeview Avenue, Gull Lake, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 3-Day Retreat in Silence and Awareness (Vipassana) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/1bc59a8fe4d18d2aa43887c23a94d7619ca4b0dd5025656c8b7ae494bfce7f7e-rimg-w1200-h800-dc462f18-gmir.jpg?v=1763640708 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 3-Day Retreat in Silence and Awareness (Vipassana) being held? - **A:** 3-Day Retreat in Silence and Awareness (Vipassana) takes place on Thu, 18 Dec, 2025 at 05:00 pm to Sun, 21 Dec, 2025 at 12:00 pm at F363+75C Gull Lake, Alberta, Canada, 27 Lakeview Avenue, Gull Lake, Canada. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for 3-Day Retreat in Silence and Awareness (Vipassana)? - **A:** Tickets for 3-Day Retreat in Silence and Awareness (Vipassana) are priced at CAD 215 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilitySingle Room (*Deposit Only)CAD 215 + CAD 15 feeLimitedQuad Room - Shared, 4 beds (*Deposit Only)CAD 215 + CAD 15 feeLimited - **Q**: Who is organizing 3-Day Retreat in Silence and Awareness (Vipassana)? - **A:** 3-Day Retreat in Silence and Awareness (Vipassana) is organized by Vipassana.ca. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 3-Day Retreat in Silence and Awareness (Vipassana) is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gull Lake, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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All sessions are guided by certified instructors.What we offer:Silent Retreat (4 days)— meditation in silence at the scenic Gull Lake retreat center, with a structured daily schedule and nourishing food that supports clarity and balance.Hatha Yoga classesin Calgary and Edmonton — accessible to all levels, held on evenings and weekends.Free Yoga Days— community events designed to make yoga and meditation accessible to everyone, offering a chance to experience mindfulness in a friendly and supportive environment.Why we do it:Vipassana is a profound technique of awareness that helps clear the mind, see reality as it truly is, and find inner peace in today’s busy world. We are committed to supporting people on this path, from their very first steps to deeper self-realization." } ] } ] ```