3 Days Structured Retreat

At PaPae Meditation Retreat, we offer two types of retreat programs. Our most popular and comprehensive option is the 3-Day Structured Retreat. Alternatively, our Flexible Retreat offers a freeform style ideal for self-guided meditation.

During your stay, you will learn the Middle-Way Technique, an accessible meditation practice suitable for all experience levels.

Here are our structured schedules with class explanations :

Day 0: Arrival Day

13:00 – 17:00 | Arrival & Check-In (@ Wellness Area - Reception)

- Clothing: You will change into a white uniform. Fresh sets are available daily upon returning worn sets.
- Orientation & Payment: Receive essential retreat details and complete your stay donation. Payment must be made via Cash or Direct Online Bank Transfer (Thai bank transfer, Wise, or Revolut). Credit cards, PayPal, and Alipay are not accepted. International ATMs are not available in the village; please prepare sufficient cash in advance.
- Key Deposit: Bring 100 THB cash for your room key deposit.
- Room Assignment: Settle into your room before joining the round tour.

16:00 | First Round Tour (@ Wellness Area - Reception)

17:30 | Second Round Tour (@ Wellness Area - Reception)

- Note: Guests arriving after 17:00 risk missing the tour, which covers essential locations including meditation halls and the dining area.

18:45 – 20:30 | Introduction & Guided Meditation (@ Moon Hall)

- Led by teaching monk Phra Carl Pathajaro (7 years in monkhood). Includes a introductory guided session, practical advice for your stay, and an open Q&A at the end of the class.

20:30 + | Silent Day Begins

- Silence is observed across all retreat grounds, in rooms, and during all meal times (until 16:00 on Day 1).

Day 1: Silent Day

06:00 – 07:00 | Morning Meditation & Pali Chanting (@ Moon Hall)

- Guided meditation followed by traditional Pali morning chanting, (click here to see the meaning).

07:30 – 08:30 | Breakfast (@ Canteen) (Silent)

09:30 – 11:30 | Meditation Principles (@ Moon Hall)

- Led by retreat abbot Ven. Pawithai Vajiravijjo (18 years in monkhood), features 50 minutes guided meditation, moreover he will be sharing you wisdom of Dhamma and stories from the life of Buddha.

11:30 – 12:30 | Lunch (@Canteen) (Silent)

14:20 – 16:00 | Meditation with Nature (@ Merit House Area / Rain Contingency: Moon Hall)

- Silent meditation accompanied by the sounds of the flowing stream and natural environment.
- Silent Day officially ends following this session.

18:45 – 20:30 | Candlelight Meditation (@ Moon Hall)

- Candle-lit session led by the abbot exploring Dhamma teachings applicable to daily life and techniques for mental clarity.

21:00 + | Silent Time

- Quiet hours begin across all living and walking areas.

Day 2: Deepening Practice

06:00 – 07:00 | Walking Meditation (@ Fireplace / Rain Contingency: Moon Hall)

- Learn walking meditation techniques as an alternative to seated practice. (Bonfire lit during winter months).

07:30 – 08:30 | Breakfast (@ Canteen) (Silent)

09:30 – 11:30 | Benefits of Meditation (@ Moon Hall)

- On this class you will be back meeting with Phra Carl Pathajaro, which you will be leaning more on Monk's Life, the past experience of our teaching monk and the changing point of why he choose this monk life. You will also be learning how to adapt meditation into your daily life and to stick with the good habit along sides guided meditation.

11:30 – 12:30 | Lunch (@ Canteen) (Silent)

13:30 – 14:30 | Self-Guided Meditation (@ Moon Hall)

- Practice sitting and walking meditation independently alongside teaching monks.

14:30 – 16:30 | Dhamma & Monastic Life Q&A (@ Moon Hall)

Open question-and-answer session following up on morning themes. Please approach questions mindfully and respectfully. Please do not take the answer personally, our teaching monk is happily sharing his wisdom to everyone.

18:45 – 20:30 | Bonfire Meditation & Dhamma Talk (@ Fireplace / Rain Contingency: Moon Hall)

- Led by Phra Darek Kantasilo. Covers fundamental teachings including the Four Noble Truths, the Precepts, and overcoming suffering, followed by a bonfire practice and special event at the end of the session.
21:00 + | Silent Time

Day 3: Closing Day

05:30 – 06:30 | Morning Meditation & Pali Chanting (@ Moon Hall)

- Guided meditation followed by traditional Pali morning chanting, (click here to see the meaning).

06:30 – 07:30 | Alms Offering Walk

- Accompaniment of monks on their morning alms route through the local village, where you will see such beautiful Buddhist lifestyle of the villagers.

07:30 – 08:30 | Breakfast (@ Canteen) (Silent)

09:30 – 11:30 | Closing Ceremony & Reflection (@ Moon Hall)

- On our last session of the structured retreat, there will be multiple monks sharing thier past experiences as a lay person and the current experinces of Monk's life led by Phra Anon Nutthakulo (17 years into Monk's life), as you will have a chance to share your own experiences during this retreat.
- Special Event at the end of the class.

11:30 – 12:30 | Lunch (End of 3-Day Program)

Retreat Guidelines & Etiquette

While class attendance is optional, participants must follow these rules when attending sessions:

1. Arrive at the meditation hall 10 minutes prior to scheduled start times.
2. Keep phones on complete silent mode; mobile device use is prohibited during meditation sessions.
3. Do not perform yoga, stretching, or workout routines inside any meditation hall (including the Sunset Viewpoint Hall).

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