5 Day Retreat with Ajahn Mudito

Step into five days of profound silence and inner clarity at the Sanctuary of Stillness Meditation Retreat Centre in Newbury, Victoria. This residential retreat offers a rare opportunity to deepen your meditation practice under the guidance of Ajahn Mudito, a respected Buddhist monk trained in the lineage of Ajahn Brahm. Whether you're a seasoned meditator or exploring contemplative practice for the first time, this sequential five-day program creates the conditions for genuine transformation through simplicity, kindness, and steady effort.

The retreat's carefully structured rhythm—alternating sitting and walking meditation with Dhamma teachings and question-and-answer sessions—allows your mind to settle naturally into stillness. Removed from the distractions of daily life, you'll discover the quiet power of sustained practice, supported by nourishing vegetarian meals and the serene environment of the retreat centre. Ajahn Mudito's approach emphasizes accessibility and warmth, making classical Theravada Buddhist meditation available to practitioners of all levels and backgrounds.

This is not a drop-in workshop; the sequential nature of the program means participants commit to attending all sessions, allowing for deepening insight and a coherent journey through the five days. Open to both Buddhist Society of Victoria members and non-members, the retreat welcomes anyone genuinely seeking to explore the transformative potential of meditation practice.

What to Expect

You'll begin each day with early morning meditation, moving through a balanced cycle of sitting and walking practice punctuated by nourishing meals in noble silence. Ajahn Mudito offers sequential Dhamma teachings that build on one another, illuminating the foundations and subtleties of Buddhist practice. Regular question-and-answer sessions create space to explore your own experience and clarify the teachings. The retreat day flows gently, with ample time for both formal practice and reflection. By the retreat's end, many participants report a marked shift in mental clarity, emotional resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose in their spiritual lives.

About the Artist

Ajahn Mudito is a Buddhist monk ordained in the lineage of Ajahn Brahm, bringing a teaching style rooted in simplicity, kindness, and authentic practice. Originally from Finland, he spent formative years developing his meditation at Newbury Buddhist Monastery before returning to Bodhinyana Monastery in Perth in 2024. His approach honors classical Theravada traditions while remaining warmly accessible to Western practitioners seeking genuine transformation through sustained contemplative work.

Venue & Logistics

The retreat takes place at Sanctuary of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre in Newbury, Victoria, from Friday, January 22, 2027. Participants stay on-site for the full five days; vegetarian meals are provided. Wear comfortable, modest clothing suitable for sitting meditation. Please arrive Friday morning prepared to enter silence. Contact the retreat centre directly for accessibility information or specific logistical questions.