QMG Residential Vipassana Meditation Retreat 2026
20th – 23rd November 2026
Lake Perseverance Active Recreation Centre
Overview
Much merits to you for considering registering to the transformative residential vipassana meditation retreat at the serene lake perseverance active recreation centre from 20th to 23rd of November 2026. This retreat will offer a rare opportunity to step away from daily distractions and immerse yourself in deeply meaningful meditation practice in a peaceful natural setting.
Guided by the esteemed Ven. Maharagama Kumara Kashyapa Thero, the retreat will provide structured meditation sessions, reflective discussions, and practices to cultivate inner awareness and clarity. Participants will be provided with comfortable shared accommodation, nourishing meals, and a supportive environment to fully engage in the practice. Whether you are new to vipassana meditation or a seasoned meditator, this retreat is designed to help deepen your practice and foster personal growth.
We look forward to sharing this meaningful experience with you.
Retreat Program
20th November (Friday)
01:00–03:00 PM
03:00–05:00 PM
05:00–06:30 PM
06:30–08:00 PM
08:00–09:00 PM
09:00–10:00 PM
10:00 PM
Check-In & House Rules
Welcome Tea
Opening Meditation for Settling In
Attendees settling into the rooms and venue
Dinner
Pirith Chanting, Program Outline & Introduction to Meditation
Lights Off
21st - 22nd November (Saturday - Sunday)
07:00–08:00 AM
08:00–09:00 AM
09:00–11:00 AM
11:00–11:30 AM
11:30 AM–01:30 PM
01:30–03:00 PM
03:00–05:00 PM
05:00–06:00 PM
06:00–08:00 PM
08:00–10:00 PM
10:00 PM
Vipassana Meditation Session 1
Breakfast
Vipassana Meditation Session 2
Interval Break
Vipassana Meditation Session 3
Lunch
Q&A and Dhamma Discussion
Tea Break
Vipassana Meditation Session 4
Dinner
Lights Off
23rd November (Monday)
07:00–08:00 AM
08:00–09:00 AM
09:00–11:00 AM
11:00 AM
Vipassana Meditation Session 1
Breakfast
Closing Discussion
End of the Program
Location
Lake Perseverance Active Recreation Centre
854 Perseverance Dam Rd, Crows Nest QLD 4355
Transportation
Lake Perseverance is located within a 1.5 hour drive from Brisbane. Your own transportation methods need to be organised. If you need assistance in finding car pooling options organisers would be able to assist depending on the availability.
Arrival
Retreat Registration will start from 1 pm on 20th of November (Friday). Please make sure to come to the registration desk, register your arrival and get the accommodation information (room number, keys, linen if ordering).
Induction to the venue will happen at the beginning of the program if you are arriving late a nominated person from our team will assist you with inductions.
Accommodation
Participants will be accommodated in fully equipped shared cabins, providing a comfortable and supportive environment for deep practice. All cabins have reversible air conditioning (can be cooled or heated).
Cabins at the recreation centre have multiple sleeping structures and are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have special requests please inform the organisers at your earliest. Special requests for accommodation arrangements will be considered in allocating the cabins to make everyone's stay comfortable depending on the availability (on a first-come-first-served basis).
There will be female cabins, Male cabins and family cabins.
Guests are required to bring their own linen, towels, and toiletries. If needed, bed linen can be hired from the venue for an additional fee.
Meals
All main meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) are included for all registered adults. All requested dietary requirements will be considered.
To keep the cost down we have not ordered the tea and coffee from the venue. Please bring tea, coffee and snacks (cakes, biscuits, savory and sweet snacks) to share. Food can be stored in the commercial scale refrigerators at the venue and heating facilities(oven/microwave) are available for us to use.
There are hot water facilities and microwave facilities available at the venue to prepare additional quick snacks brought in personally if necessary (eg. porridge, noodle cups)
Program related special information
Out of respect for the spiritual atmosphere all participants are expected to maintain behaviour and speech that reflect the peaceful and contemplative nature of the retreat environment.
Please bring comfortable clothing suitable for retreat activities and the weather conditions.
What to Bring with you to the retreat
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Bed linen (if not hiring from the venue) - pillow, pillow case, sheets and blanket. please bring enough layers to keep you warm during the winter nights
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Towels
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Toiletries
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We recommend bringing a cushion of your choice for the meditation (Chairs will be provided)
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Snacks to share during the tea breaks
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Torch (if you don't have a torch on your phone)
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Insect repellents (not mandatory)
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Water bottle
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Keep cup for tea coffee
Contact Details
📞 Himaya: 0420 691 394
📞 Pradeep: 0431 619 394
📞 Chaminda: 0433 046 766
📞 Nilantha: 0435 635 510
✉️ Email: qldmeditationgroup@gmail.com
