All students are asked to arrive between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. on the day the course begins. After registration is completed, a light meal and orientation will precede the start of the course. The course will end at approximately 7:30 a.m. on the last day, day 11 of the course. All new students, as well as old (returning) students taking a full course, are required to remain until the very end of the course.
The items that have been listed below cover all seasons. Please bring with you whatever is appropriate for the season during which your course will be held.
Bed-sheet and pillowcase are provided but you may also bring your own. December and January are cold and sleeping bags are recommended ( we provide blankets).
Meditation cushions and blankets are provided but you may also bring your own.
Clothing for the duration of your stay. All students should observe the rules for modest dress as outlined in the Code of Discipline. Shorts, tank tops, transparent, tight or revealing clothing, etc. are not permitted. Tights or leggings should be worn only under a knee length top or skirt/dress.
For the comfort of the other students, please do not bring any perfumes or scented creams, powders, shaving lotions, etc.
Students are expected to carry a health insurance, or, in any case, be in a position to finance their own health care needs, should the situation arise.