Weekend Meditation Retreat

Somerset Dam

Fri 4 – Sun 6 April 2025

Weekend Meditation Retreat

Fri 4 – Sun 6 April 2025

Healing the Past, Changing the Future

Do you feel stuck? Trapped by painful past experiences, unable to move on from them? Do traumas of the past hold you back from living your best life?

So many of us find ourselves feeling limited in this way. Stuck, feeling determined by, or hurt by, our past experiences, when in fact, our capacity for inner transformation and healing is extraordinary.

Freedom from past hurts is possible. We can learn to let go and move forward to a brighter future.

Buddhist wisdom enables us to identify the real source of pain and difficulty within our minds, finally release it completely, leaving us with a tremendous feeling of relief, mental freedom and joy.

Through understanding your mind, you’ll understand how to change your future and your world by changing your present thoughts and actions. By taking control in this way, you’ll feel empowered to effect real positive change in these otherwise disempowering times.

During this weekend retreat you’ll learn practical meditations to heal past hurts and to create a happy future, free from suffering and problems.

During this retreat, Gen Ani, will guide us to:

·       to identify the deep sources of our mental pain;
·       free ourselves from tormenting thought patterns and behaviours;
·       share practical tools that enable us to change our mindset; and
·       feel empowered to change and create the freedom and happiness we long for.

Treat yourself to this weekend retreat and move towards a healthier and happier life.

Healing the Past, Changing the Future

Do you feel stuck? Trapped by painful past experiences, unable to move on from them? Do traumas of the past hold you back from living your best life?

So many of us find ourselves feeling limited in this way. Stuck, feeling determined by, or hurt by, our past experiences, when in fact, our capacity for inner transformation and healing is extraordinary.

Freedom from past hurts is possible. We can learn to let go and move forward to a brighter future.

Buddhist wisdom enables us to identify the real source of pain and difficulty within our minds, finally release it completely, leaving us with a tremendous feeling of relief, mental freedom and joy.

Through understanding your mind, you’ll understand how to change your future and your world by changing your present thoughts and actions. By taking control in this way, you’ll feel empowered to effect real positive change in these otherwise disempowering times.

During this weekend retreat you’ll learn practical meditations to heal past hurts and to create a happy future, free from suffering and problems.

During this retreat, Gen Ani, will guide us to:

·       to identify the deep sources of our mental pain;
·       free ourselves from tormenting thought patterns and behaviours;
·       share practical tools that enable us to change our mindset; and
·       feel empowered to change and create the freedom and happiness we long for.

Treat yourself to this weekend retreat and move towards a healthier and happier life.

Dates & Times

Friday 4 – Sunday 6 April

Registration opens 4pm Friday with dinner at 6pm.

The weekend finishes with Sunday lunch at 12:30pm

Venue

Situated to the northwest of Brisbane, near the picturesque town of Esk, is Somerset Dam (also known as Lake Somerset). Overlooking the dam is Camp Somerset.

Camp Somerset is approximately 1.5 hours by car from Brisbane, Toowoomba & the Sunshine Coast.

ADDRESS:  Camp Somerset | 1180 Stanley Pocket Road, Crossdale

Accommodation options & cost

Camp Somerset offers simple but comfortable accommodation. Delicious vegetarian meals and refreshments are provided and retreat prices are inclusive of food, accommodation and all retreat sessions.

Bed in a Female Shared Room $350 (per person) - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT $300 (book before 28 Feb)

The female shared-rooms are light and spacious – with just 3-4 people in each room in single beds. Each shared room has a living room adjacent with a kitchenette and shared bathrooms. Please bring your own linen and pillow with you, including sheets, sleeping bag or duvet and towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Bed in a Male Shared Room $350 (per person) - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT $300 (book before 28 Feb)

The male shared-rooms are light and spacious – with just 3-4 people in each room in single beds. Each shared room has a living room adjacent with a kitchenette and shared bathrooms. Please bring your own linen and pillow with you, including sheets, sleeping bag or duvet and towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Twin Room $780 (price for 2 people)

The twin rooms are light and spacious with single beds. They are located within a cabin with 2 bedrooms and a shared lounge area and bathroom. Please bring your own linen and pillow with you, including sheets, sleeping bag or duvet & towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Double Room with ensuite $900 (price for 2 people)

The double rooms with ensuite are light and spacious with a double bed. They are located within the “Lodge” complex and include their own ensuite and shared outdoor lounge and swimming pool. Please bring your own linen and pillow with you, including sheets, sleeping bag or duvet & towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Single Room $495 (per person)

The single rooms are light and spacious with single beds. They are located within a cabin with 2 bedrooms and a shared lounge area and bathroom. Please bring your own linen and pillow with you, including sheets, sleeping bag or duvet & towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Single Room with ensuite $675 (per person)

The single rooms with ensuite are light and spacious with a double bed. They are located within the “Lodge” complex and include their own ensuite and shared outdoor lounge and swimming pool. Please bring your own linen and pillow with you, including sheets, sleeping bag or duvet & towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Unpowered Camping or Caravan site $330 (per person)

Bring your own tent, camping gear or caravan, linen and towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Accommodation options & cost

Camp Somerset offers simple but comfortable accommodation. Delicious vegetarian meals and refreshments are provided and retreat prices are inclusive of food, accommodation and all retreat sessions.

Bed in a Female Shared Room $350 (per person) - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT $300 (book before 28 Feb)

The female shared-rooms are light and spacious – with just 3-4 people in each room in single beds. Each shared room has a living room adjacent with a kitchenette and shared bathrooms. Please bring your own linen and pillow with you, including sheets, sleeping bag or duvet and towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Bed in a Male Shared Room $350 (per person) - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT $300 (book before 28 Feb)

The male shared-rooms are light and spacious – with just 3-4 people in each room in single beds. Each shared room has a living room adjacent with a kitchenette and shared bathrooms. Please bring your own linen and pillow with you, including sheets, sleeping bag or duvet and towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Twin Room $780 (price for 2 people)

The twin rooms are light and spacious with single beds. They are located within a cabin with 2 bedrooms and a shared lounge area and bathroom. Please bring your own linen and pillow with you, including sheets, sleeping bag or duvet & towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Double Room with ensuite $900 (price for 2 people)

The double rooms with ensuite are light and spacious with a double bed. They are located within the “Lodge” complex and include their own ensuite and shared outdoor lounge and swimming pool. Please bring your own linen and pillow with you, including sheets, sleeping bag or duvet & towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Single Room $495 (per person)

The single rooms are light and spacious with single beds. They are located within a cabin with 2 bedrooms and a shared lounge area and bathroom. Please bring your own linen and pillow with you, including sheets, sleeping bag or duvet & towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Single Room with ensuite $675 (per person)

The single rooms with ensuite are light and spacious with a double bed. They are located within the “Lodge” complex and include their own ensuite and shared outdoor lounge and swimming pool. Please bring your own linen and pillow with you, including sheets, sleeping bag or duvet & towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Unpowered Camping or Caravan site $330 (per person)

Bring your own tent, camping gear or caravan, linen and towel/s. Prices are all-inclusive of meals, refreshments, accommodation and the retreat fee.

Our Teacher

The teacher of this weekend meditation retreat is Gen Kelsang Ani.  Gen Ani is Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Brisbane and teaches all the main classes and courses at the Centre. Gen Ani has been studying and practising Modern Kadampa Buddhism with Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 20 years. She teaches with warmth and compassion, making modern Buddhism accessible and applicable to all.

What to Expect

The weekend will be one of inspiration and relaxation.  Located on the banks beautiful Lake Somerset, you’ll enjoy getting out of the city and in an environment conducive to meditation and retreat.  The gentle program includes plenty of time to enjoy the area including the on site swimming pool and other amenities.

Everyone is welcome.