Dana is the Pali word (the language of the Buddha) that translates to generosity. Offering dana is a 2500 year old practice that dates back to the time of the Buddha. It honours that the teachings are priceless, and therefore are offered freely. In return, you can offer generosity, or Dana to the teacher. 

For this retreat I am offering either option to you. For many who have never come across this practice, it is simpler to just pay a fee for “service”. However, it is my pleasure to offer these teachings freely, and have you offer Dana at the end. 

With Dana, all you pay for is the cost of your place- ie catering, venue hire and administration- which is approximately $75 per person for this retreat. Then you would offer any amount of Dana on top of that amount. There is no recommended amount, rather it is an opportunity for you to reflect on your relationship with generosity and to offer what feels right. It could be $1 or it could be $1000. 

Dana allows those with less resources to pay less, and those with more to pay more. It is a beautiful practice that I encourage you to try. Please contact me should you like to use the Dana option and I will send you a link to cover the cost of your place. Dana itself will be offered at the end of the day.  

It is my policy that no one be turned away due to lack of financial resources, so please contact me if you need support.