Singapore

Vipassana in Singapore: Island Retreats

Singapore Mailing address: 469 Goenka (S.N. Goenka) donation

For those in Singapore looking to deepen their meditation practice, this center offers a consistent schedule of Vipassana courses. While the mailing address is in MacPherson Road, the 10-day retreats primarily take place on St. John's Island, a short distance south of the main island. This unique setting provides a sense of removal from the urban bustle, allowing participants to fully immerse themselves in the teachings. Beyond the longer courses, the center also supports ongoing practice with regular 1-day courses and weekly group sittings for experienced students. It's a community-focused approach to meditation, fostering continued engagement and growth. The center operates on a pay-what-you-can model, making the teachings accessible to a wider audience.

Highlights

Retreats held on St. John's Island, south of Singapore
Offers regular 1-day courses for continued practice
Weekly group sittings available for old students
Dormitory accommodation with shared facilities

Good for

beginnersexperienced meditatorsVipassana practitionerssilent retreats

Setting

The primary retreat location is St. John's Island, situated approximately 6.5 kilometers south of Singapore. This island setting provides a natural environment conducive to meditation, away from the city's distractions.

Accommodation

Accommodation for the 10-day courses consists of dormitories with shared common bathrooms and toilets.

Website www.sg.dhamma.org

Phone (65) 9011 9432

Email [email protected]

Address Mailing address: 469, MacPherson Road #03-03 Singapore 368186

Course Types

10-day

How to get there

The mailing address for the center is 469, MacPherson Road #03-03 Singapore 368186. For courses held on St. John's Island, specific travel arrangements and ferry details would be provided upon registration.

Nearest airport: Seletar Airport (XSP) (9 km)

Nearest city: Seletar

Public transport: Contact the center for transport details to St. John's Island.

Interested in this center? Check availability and upcoming retreats on their official site.

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Climate

Climate Zone: Tropical

Best Months: Jun, Feb, Oct

Avoid: Jan, Mar, Dec

Singapore has a tropical rainforest climate with no distinct seasons, characterized by uniform temperature and pressure, high humidity, and abundant rainfall throughout the year. Visitors should prepare for warm, humid conditions.