Dhamma Pubbananda Vipassana Center

06/08/2026

06/01/2026

Dear Dhamma Family,
We currently have an urgent need for servers for the 6/17/26–6/28/26 course.
If you have the availability and volition to serve, please apply here:
https://www.dhamma.org/en-US/schedules/schpubbananda
With metta,
Center Management / Registration

05/25/2026

Anapana meditation is an invaluable technique from Ancient India, which can help us to live a balanced and peaceful life in every situation.

Anapana means observation of natural, normal respiration, as it comes in and as it goes out. It is the first step in the practice of Vipassana. Anapana meditation is very different from techniques that are based on the artificial regulation of breath. There are no rites or rituals involved in the practice or presentation of Anapana https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyM_c3wSh8s

Anapana is the first step in the practice of Vipassana meditation. Anapana means observation of natural, normal respiration, as it comes in and as it goes ou...

04/27/2026

One should live peacefully and harmoniously in accordance with the law of nature—not harming oneself or others. Now this art of living is difficult to learn in old age, so the training should start at a young age. In the schools, children should learn the art of living a healthy life. Their entire life is ahead of them - S. N. Goenka

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fc-m3YHd9EE

04/20/2026

Spring Dhamma Service Period
Sunday, May 24 – Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Dhamma Pubbananda needs your help preparing for the Spring season! After a winter of wind and storms, we are ready to beautify the grounds and undertake needed maintenance and construction projects. One exciting project is to extend the woman's walking area into the woods.
These Service Periods are enriching opportunities to serve alongside fellow Old Students, deepening your practice. If you enjoy working outdoors or with your hands, this is a wonderful time to contribute to the Center's growth in the company of your fellow meditators.
The Program
All Old Students are welcome to apply. The daily schedule is designed to support your practice while you are serving at the Center:

Meditation: Three group sittings daily.
Service: Morning and afternoon work periods focusing on gardening, household tasks, maintenance, and construction.
Inspiration: On selected evenings, we will play special discourses and talks given by S.N. Goenka specifically for Old Students.
Teacher Guidance: An Assistant Teacher will be present for part of the period to conduct sittings, lead Worker’s Metta sessions, and answer questions about your practice.

How to Participate
We invite you to join us for all or part of this period: https://www.dhamma.org/en-US/schedules/schpubbananda
A Note for Cooks: If you have the volition to help prepare special meals during this time, please reach out to us directly at [email protected]

04/13/2026

Dear Dhamma Family,

Spring is finally arriving at the Center!

We have an URGENT need for servers for the 4/29/26-5/10/26 course.

If you have the volition and availability, please sign up here:

https://www.dhamma.org/en-US/schedules/schpubbananda

With metta,

Center Management

03/31/2026

Dear Dhamma Family,

We have urgent need for male servers on the ten-day course starting tomorrow 1 - 12 April 01, 2026. Part-time servers are also welcome to apply!

If you have the volition and the availability, please apply using the following link: https://www.dhamma.org/en-US/schedules/schpubbananda

Thank you!

With Metta,

The Dhamma Pubbananda management team

Dhamma Pubbananda (Joy of the East), is the first urban center in North America. Situated on 13 acres in a quiet residential neighborhood, it is owned and operated by the Mid-Atlantic Vipassana Association. Since its purchase in 2013, it has undergone extensive renovations and we ar...