Introduction to Vipassana Meditation
Vipassana, which means to see things as they really are, is one of India's most ancient techniques of meditation. It was taught in India more than 2500 years ago as a universal remedy for universal ills, an Art of Living. For those who are not familiar with Vipassana Meditation, an introduction to Vipassana by Mr. Goenka is available. Additionally you may be interested in our answers to commonly asked questions.

Introductory Talks and Events
Public talks about Vipassana Meditation and other events are periodically scheduled to provide interested persons with information about the technique. Audio from public talks given by S.N. Goenka are available at Pariyatti.org

To Apply for a Course
To learn Vipassana Meditation one needs to develop one's own experience during a residential ten day course. To apply for a course and to understand the requirements, find a convenient Ten Day Course date in the course schedule, click on the course dates, carefully read the Introduction to the Technique and Code of Discipline and complete the application fully and completely.

Attending a Course?
Review the course checklist for items and instructions for your upcoming course. For ride sharing information please visit our online rideshare board. Directions to the Centre: Vipassana Meditation Centre British Columbia (Dhamma Surabhi) is located 20 minutes south of Merritt, BC, and less than a 3-hour drive from Vancouver, BC. Courses also continue to be held at non-centre sites in Alberta.

About Dhamma Surabhi
The Centre is situated on a 56 acre forested property. The aroma of pine fills the air during the warmer months, reinforcing the centre's name of Dhamma Surabhi, Fragrance of Dhamma.