We host an assortment of events at our two venues: Worcester House, a historic home in Waltham, Massachusetts, and Hill House, our retreat center on Halfway Pond in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Here's a look at what you can expect by taking part in some of our courses and activities.
Evening Classes
On a weekday evening, 7 p.m. at Worcester House in Waltham: Participants arrive, greet their friends and find a seat. A brief period of silence allows the busy-ness of the day to subside. Class often begins with a short period of meditation. A practice, topic or short text may be taken up, followed by a group discussion based on your questions and experiences from the preceding week.
During the 8:15 p.m. refreshment break, participants from all classes meet and enjoy food, drink and conversation. Class resumes and everyone heads home around 9:30 p.m.
Workshops
Saturday, 8:30 a.m. at Worcester House in Waltham: After relaxing with refreshments, you will gather with other participants gather for a short preview of the morning or day ahead. Several sessions on relevant topics or practical instruction come next. You will have ample time to try things out, ask questions and discuss how you found the experience.
Half-day workshops feature at least one mid-course refreshment break, while full-day workshops include a vegetarian lunch. Larger workshops may be divided into sections for an optimal group leader / participant ratio.
Weekend Retreats
Friday, 8:30 p.m., at Hill House in Plymouth: Having put your personal belongings in your room, you will meet with the other participants for introductions and a preview of the weekend's events.
Around 6:30 on Saturday morning, the group gathers for a period of meditation and then breakfast. Small classes alternate with periods of practice or attentive work. After lunch, you will have free time in which to rest, explore the grounds, relax and, in warmer months, swim. An afternoon class leads into another period of meditation and then dinner. Before going to bed, you can socialize or study privately.
Sunday follows a similar pattern through lunch, after which we tidy up the house and leave around 2 p.m.
We welcome inquiries about what to expect at Center events, please contact us at 781-647-0020 or info@advaitameditation.org.
