sitting buddha statue

We can always begin again.

-Jack Kornfield

Classes and Retreats

Instruction

  • Another Beginners' Meditation class will begin Tuesday, June 19, 7-9 p.m.

  • For details, download the class flyer

  • To register, just email us at louisville.vipassana@gmail.com. Once you have emailed to sign up for the class, just bring payment the first night. There's no need to pay in advance.

  • If you are interested in receiving some instruction on meditation and mindfulness, please contact one of teachers: Glenda Hodges-Cook at hodgescook@gmail.com or Phil Lloyd-Sidle at phil.lloydsidle@gmail.com.

  • Beginning class sessions are currently suspended.

2026 January Winter Silent 7-Day Retreat at Sisters of Loretto - TBD

LVC Day-long Retreats

  • Our next daylong retreat be held on June 9th, with a backup date of June 23rd in case of rain. This retreat will be held at a farm out on Harrod's Creek and there is no registration fee; however, there will be an opportunity to offer dana for the teacher.

  • Please email us at louisville.vipassana@gmail.com if you are interested in registering or would like more information.

  • Space is limited so we encourage you to register early.

  • These retreats are offered by donation under the tradition of dana, but a non-refundable $15 registration fee is required in advance in order to cover the cost of the retreat center.

  • If you have questions, please email us at louisville.vipassana@gmail.com.

  • Some past retreats have seen a high number of no-shows on retreat day. Please register only if you are committed to attending.

  • Should you need to cancel for an unforeseen reason, please let us know. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.

  • Weather permitting, we are having an outdoor, mostly silent, daylong retreat at Elenore's beautiful farm on October 25, 2025, running from 10am to 3pm. Phil will be leading the retreat. There is no registration fee; however, there will be an opportunity to offer dana for the teacher. Watch upcoming LVC Newsletters for updates and instructions for getting to the farm. (Notify Jill Van Howe, icij1.jvh@gmail.com, if you're not receiving our newsletter and would like to get on our email list.)

Retreat Scholarships

National & Regional Meditation Centers