Clear Sky Meditation & Study Center

  As we stand at the threshold of a new year, there is a natural invitation to pause, reflect, and orient ourselves toward what lies ahead. On January 1st at 2:30 pm MT , Catherine Pawasarat Sensei offers a special online gathering— New Year Reflection & Intention —to mark this turning point with presence and purpose. This talk carries deep significance. It is Catherine Sensei’s first New Year reflection since the passing of her teacher, Qapel (Acariya Doug Duncan), whose guidance and lineage have profoundly shaped the Clear Sky and Planet Dharma communities. From this place of transition, she shares what is most alive and present as we collectively step into 2026. Looking Back, Letting Go, and Looking Forward As 2025 comes to a close, participants are invited to reflect on what they are carrying forward and what they are ready to release. Through Dharma reflections, contemplative pauses, small group sharing, and Q&A, this gathering creates space to meet the new year...

  Eight-Day Vipassanā Meditation Retreat | March 27 – April 5, 2026 “Our problems are noisy, but our breakthroughs are quiet.” — Catherine Pawasarat Sensei In a world of constant activity, true insight often arises in stillness. Vipassanā, or Insight Meditation , offers a clear and accessible path to mindfulness, awareness, and understanding. Many first-time meditators choose Vipassanā for their first retreat, while experienced practitioners return to deepen their practice. Join Catherine Pawasarat Sensei for an immersive eight-day meditation retreat in the BC Rocky Mountains , with an online option for those outside Western Canada. Grounded in the Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta , the retreat explores the four foundations of mindfulness— body, feeling, mind, and mental objects —through sitting, walking, standing, and lying-down meditation. Through live teachings, guided practice, and opportunities for questions and feedback, participants receive direct guidance from an accomplished ...

  Clear Sky Meditation Centre’s 2026 schedule offers a full year of spiritual practice through online courses, in-person retreats, and community programs. The year begins with Integral Evolution and the integration of money and spirituality , followed by a 10-day Vipassana retreat grounded in classical Buddhist mindfulness practice. Summer programs focus on emotional intelligence, youth education, and spontaneous teachings , supporting both personal growth and collective development. In the fall, offerings explore AstroDharma, tantra, and power , guiding practitioners in purpose, embodiment, and ethical empowerment. The year concludes with a year-end sangha retreat , emphasizing foundational meditation and community connection. Overall, the 2026 programs invite intentional practice, integration of spiritual insight into daily life, and meaningful engagement with awakening in our time.

  The Sangha Christmas & Foundation Work Retreat is a two-week winter retreat held at Clear Sky Retreat Center in the British Columbia Rocky Mountains , guided by Catherine Pawasarat Sensei . Taking place from December 22 to January 4 , the retreat offers a balance of structured practice , teachings , and shared community time during the holiday season. At the heart of the retreat is an eight-day Foundation Work practice , offering participants the opportunity to deepen core teachings within a supportive sangha environment . Those who have already completed Foundation Work may continue with their current practice . The schedule also includes community days , a New Year’s Celebration , and an End-of-Life Celebration honoring Qapel Doug Duncan . Set on over 300 acres of mountain land , Clear Sky Retreat Center provides a quiet, natural environment that supports contemplation, reflection, and connection with nature . This retreat is open to existing Sangha members who...

  You meditate. You’re committed to personal growth. Yet daily life can still feel overwhelming—habits drain your energy, routines fall apart, conversations feel difficult, and important areas like money or relationships remain unresolved. Integrating Mindfulness is a four-week course designed to bridge the gap between mindfulness practice and everyday life. Rather than focusing only on meditation, this course offers a holistic, practical framework for weaving mindfulness into every aspect of your life—your space, routines, communication, relationships, and the areas you may have been avoiding. Rooted in Clear Sky Center’s Five Principles, the course helps you create a supportive container that can hold growth, vulnerability, and meaningful change. What You’ll Explore Honor Your Space – create physical and energetic environments that support clarity and well-being Structure & Routine – build sustainable rhythms that support what truly matters Commu...

The Three-Month Intensive Karma Yoga Program at Clear Sky Meditation Center is a deep, transformative experience designed to reconnect you with your purpose and humanity . Rooted in ancient Buddhist practices and modern integral theory , the program integrates meditation , service , and personal development to help you confront and shift life’s challenges . Participants engage in daily group meditations , learning modules , and hands-on Karma Yoga activities —from ecological restoration to creative projects —while receiving guidance from experienced teachers . Set on 300 acres in the Canadian Rockies , the program emphasizes body, speech, and mind , offering tools for emotional resilience , meaningful connection , and spiritual awakening . Whether you seek personal growth , community connection , or practical solutions for a better world , this intensive supports a holistic journey toward self-awareness and planetary well-being . Tuition is $2,775 + tax for three months,...