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SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (thursday) - Samana Yoga Center
DESCRIPTION:Weekly physical meditation session at Samana Yoga Center\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam. The guide for this is week’s session is not known yet. \nThe sessions are led alternately by Adi Ichsan\, Henk van Voorst\, Aad Verboom en Marc Heijmerink. \nThe evening consists of a walking and sitting meditation. Walk-in. No need to register. \nThe sitting meditation on Thursday is shorter than on Monday evening (online) and there is more guidance during the meditations. If you have little or no experience\, join the Thursday evening sessions. After the meditation there is an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe meditation room is equipped with meditation mats and cushions. It is handy to wear comfortable clothing. \nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \nThe evenings are given on the basis of dana\, with a guideline of € 12 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113.  A QR-code is available. \nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vanaf-nov-2-5/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (monday) - Online using Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Online meditation using Zoom  \nIf you wish to join:   send an e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl stating your interest in joining the Monday evening meditations.  Within 24 hours you will receive a response with a link that will be valid for the next few months. \nGuidance:  Marc Heijmerink or Aad Verboom. \nThe programme has been adapted: \n\nWe meditate together with the help of Zoom\, which enables us to meditate as well as to have questions and answers.\nThis evening is suitable for persons with some experience in the practice of Vipassana meditation. Beginners are invited to join the Thursday evening meditation.\nWe practise both the walking and the sitting meditation\, for two hours\, with instructions.\nAfterwards there is ample opportunity for questions and answers.\nWe work with the programme Zoom.\n\nSome houserules for using Zoom: \n\nPlease join the meeting in time\, i.e. no later than a few minutes before the start of the meditation at 18:30 hours.\nTest your own video and sound beforehand.\n\nThe evenings are organized on the basis of dana with a guideline of € 7.00 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nYou may give dana by transfering the amount you wish to give to Banknumber NL85 INGB 0005019113\, Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/meditation-evening-monday-2025-9-9-5-3-2-2-2-2-2-3-7-10-7/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260311T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260311T210000
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SUMMARY:Vipassana Introduction Course in English (1/7) Aad Verboom\, March 11th – April 22nd 2026
DESCRIPTION:Vipassana Introduction Course in English (1/7)\, Aad Verboom\, March 11th – April 22nd\, in Karunika. \nThe course is suitable for all those living in Amsterdam and the surrounding area\, who are interested in getting acquainted with the practice of Vipassana meditation.  The course is in English but also suitable for Dutch speakers with sufficient English knowledge. \nRegistration is required (e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl).  Guidance by Aad Verboom. \nThe course is based on the approach of the late Mahasi Sayadaw and will allow the student to understand the difference between calm-directed meditation and wisdom-directed meditation. Vipassana\, which is frequently described as Insight Meditation\, is typically a wisdom-directed approach. \nDuring the 7 sessions\, the meditation student will practice standing\, sitting\, walking and moving exercises to gradually develop temporary concentration based on mindfulness of the body\, feelings\, consciousness and mind objects. The central focus of these exercises is to generate a heightened sense of awareness and alertness of what is experienced by the body and mind from moment to moment\, at any moment. \nIn general\, the practice will help the student to accept reality as it is\, to develop patience\, endurance and determination. \nVenue for all sessions is Karunika\, Meerhuizenplein 38\, Amsterdam. \n\n7 Wednesday evenings\, from March 11th to April 22nd\, from 19:00 until 21:00.\nCourse material is handed during classes.\nMaximum 12 participants. You can register via the website\, Registration – Dhammadipa.\nWhen the course is fully booked\, you can sign up for the waiting list.\nIf you are unable to attend\, please inform us as soon as possible. We can then invite the next person on the waiting list.\n\nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections\nIn this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. As of 11 march 2023 the government has ended all Corona measures. That is good news .  See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nCurrently\, the advice is limited to preventing respiratory infections.  Following the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \n\nGuideline for dana is € 90.\nAt the end of the course\, there will also be the opportunity to donate extra for the meditation guidance and teachings.\nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113\, mentioning ‘vic march 2026’. There is also a QR code.\nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vipassana-introduction-course-2026-03/
LOCATION:Karunika\, Meerhuizenplein 38\, Amsterdam\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Cursussen,Homepage
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SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (thursday) - Samana Yoga Center
DESCRIPTION:Weekly physical meditation session at Samana Yoga Center\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam. The guide for this is week’s session is not known yet. \nThe sessions are led alternately by Adi Ichsan\, Henk van Voorst\, Aad Verboom en Marc Heijmerink. \nThe evening consists of a walking and sitting meditation. Walk-in. No need to register. \nThe sitting meditation on Thursday is shorter than on Monday evening (online) and there is more guidance during the meditations. If you have little or no experience\, join the Thursday evening sessions. After the meditation there is an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe meditation room is equipped with meditation mats and cushions. It is handy to wear comfortable clothing. \nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \nThe evenings are given on the basis of dana\, with a guideline of € 12 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113.  A QR-code is available. \nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vanaf-nov-2-6/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260316T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260316T203000
DTSTAMP:20260124T140336Z
CREATED:20260124T140029Z
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UID:10361-1773685800-1773693000@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (monday) - Online using Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Online meditation using Zoom  \nIf you wish to join:   send an e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl stating your interest in joining the Monday evening meditations.  Within 24 hours you will receive a response with a link that will be valid for the next few months. \nGuidance:  Marc Heijmerink or Aad Verboom. \nThe programme has been adapted: \n\nWe meditate together with the help of Zoom\, which enables us to meditate as well as to have questions and answers.\nThis evening is suitable for persons with some experience in the practice of Vipassana meditation. Beginners are invited to join the Thursday evening meditation.\nWe practise both the walking and the sitting meditation\, for two hours\, with instructions.\nAfterwards there is ample opportunity for questions and answers.\nWe work with the programme Zoom.\n\nSome houserules for using Zoom: \n\nPlease join the meeting in time\, i.e. no later than a few minutes before the start of the meditation at 18:30 hours.\nTest your own video and sound beforehand.\n\nThe evenings are organized on the basis of dana with a guideline of € 7.00 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nYou may give dana by transfering the amount you wish to give to Banknumber NL85 INGB 0005019113\, Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/meditation-evening-monday-2025-9-9-5-3-2-2-2-2-2-3-7-10-9/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260318T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260318T210000
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CREATED:20260217T183259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T183310Z
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SUMMARY:Vipassana Introduction Course in English (2/7) Aad Verboom\, March 11th – April 22nd 2026
DESCRIPTION:Vipassana Introduction Course in English (2/7)\, Aad Verboom\, March 11th – April 22nd\, in Karunika. \nThe course is suitable for all those living in Amsterdam and the surrounding area\, who are interested in getting acquainted with the practice of Vipassana meditation.  The course is in English but also suitable for Dutch speakers with sufficient English knowledge. \nRegistration is required (e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl).  Guidance by Aad Verboom. \nThe course is based on the approach of the late Mahasi Sayadaw and will allow the student to understand the difference between calm-directed meditation and wisdom-directed meditation. Vipassana\, which is frequently described as Insight Meditation\, is typically a wisdom-directed approach. \nDuring the 7 sessions\, the meditation student will practice standing\, sitting\, walking and moving exercises to gradually develop temporary concentration based on mindfulness of the body\, feelings\, consciousness and mind objects. The central focus of these exercises is to generate a heightened sense of awareness and alertness of what is experienced by the body and mind from moment to moment\, at any moment. \nIn general\, the practice will help the student to accept reality as it is\, to develop patience\, endurance and determination. \nVenue for all sessions is Karunika\, Meerhuizenplein 38\, Amsterdam. \n\n7 Wednesday evenings\, from March 11th to April 22nd\, from 19:00 until 21:00.\nCourse material is handed during classes.\nMaximum 12 participants. You can register via the website\, Registration – Dhammadipa.\nWhen the course is fully booked\, you can sign up for the waiting list.\nIf you are unable to attend\, please inform us as soon as possible. We can then invite the next person on the waiting list.\n\nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections\nIn this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. As of 11 march 2023 the government has ended all Corona measures. That is good news .  See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nCurrently\, the advice is limited to preventing respiratory infections.  Following the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \n\nGuideline for dana is € 90.\nAt the end of the course\, there will also be the opportunity to donate extra for the meditation guidance and teachings.\nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113\, mentioning ‘vic march 2026’. There is also a QR code.\nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vipassana-introduction-course-2026-03-2/
LOCATION:Karunika\, Meerhuizenplein 38\, Amsterdam\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Cursussen,Homepage
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/buddha-home.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260319T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260319T210000
DTSTAMP:20260124T135108Z
CREATED:20260124T135108Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (thursday) - Samana Yoga Center
DESCRIPTION:Weekly physical meditation session at Samana Yoga Center\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam. The guide for this is week’s session is not known yet. \nThe sessions are led alternately by Adi Ichsan\, Henk van Voorst\, Aad Verboom en Marc Heijmerink. \nThe evening consists of a walking and sitting meditation. Walk-in. No need to register. \nThe sitting meditation on Thursday is shorter than on Monday evening (online) and there is more guidance during the meditations. If you have little or no experience\, join the Thursday evening sessions. After the meditation there is an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe meditation room is equipped with meditation mats and cushions. It is handy to wear comfortable clothing. \nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \nThe evenings are given on the basis of dana\, with a guideline of € 12 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113.  A QR-code is available. \nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vanaf-nov-2-7/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260323T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260323T203000
DTSTAMP:20260124T135928Z
CREATED:20260124T135928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T135928Z
UID:10363-1774290600-1774297800@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (monday) - Online using Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Online meditation using Zoom  \nIf you wish to join:   send an e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl stating your interest in joining the Monday evening meditations.  Within 24 hours you will receive a response with a link that will be valid for the next few months. \nGuidance:  Marc Heijmerink or Aad Verboom. \nThe programme has been adapted: \n\nWe meditate together with the help of Zoom\, which enables us to meditate as well as to have questions and answers.\nThis evening is suitable for persons with some experience in the practice of Vipassana meditation. Beginners are invited to join the Thursday evening meditation.\nWe practise both the walking and the sitting meditation\, for two hours\, with instructions.\nAfterwards there is ample opportunity for questions and answers.\nWe work with the programme Zoom.\n\nSome houserules for using Zoom: \n\nPlease join the meeting in time\, i.e. no later than a few minutes before the start of the meditation at 18:30 hours.\nTest your own video and sound beforehand.\n\nThe evenings are organized on the basis of dana with a guideline of € 7.00 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nYou may give dana by transfering the amount you wish to give to Banknumber NL85 INGB 0005019113\, Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/meditation-evening-monday-2025-9-9-5-3-2-2-2-2-2-3-7-10-8/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260124T135146Z
CREATED:20260124T135146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T135146Z
UID:10345-1774551600-1774558800@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (thursday) - Samana Yoga Center
DESCRIPTION:Weekly physical meditation session at Samana Yoga Center\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam. The guide for this is week’s session is not known yet. \nThe sessions are led alternately by Adi Ichsan\, Henk van Voorst\, Aad Verboom en Marc Heijmerink. \nThe evening consists of a walking and sitting meditation. Walk-in. No need to register. \nThe sitting meditation on Thursday is shorter than on Monday evening (online) and there is more guidance during the meditations. If you have little or no experience\, join the Thursday evening sessions. After the meditation there is an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe meditation room is equipped with meditation mats and cushions. It is handy to wear comfortable clothing. \nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \nThe evenings are given on the basis of dana\, with a guideline of € 12 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113.  A QR-code is available. \nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vanaf-nov-2-8/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260330T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260330T203000
DTSTAMP:20260124T140123Z
CREATED:20260124T140123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T140123Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (monday) - Online using Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Online meditation using Zoom  \nIf you wish to join:   send an e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl stating your interest in joining the Monday evening meditations.  Within 24 hours you will receive a response with a link that will be valid for the next few months. \nGuidance:  Marc Heijmerink or Aad Verboom. \nThe programme has been adapted: \n\nWe meditate together with the help of Zoom\, which enables us to meditate as well as to have questions and answers.\nThis evening is suitable for persons with some experience in the practice of Vipassana meditation. Beginners are invited to join the Thursday evening meditation.\nWe practise both the walking and the sitting meditation\, for two hours\, with instructions.\nAfterwards there is ample opportunity for questions and answers.\nWe work with the programme Zoom.\n\nSome houserules for using Zoom: \n\nPlease join the meeting in time\, i.e. no later than a few minutes before the start of the meditation at 18:30 hours.\nTest your own video and sound beforehand.\n\nThe evenings are organized on the basis of dana with a guideline of € 7.00 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nYou may give dana by transfering the amount you wish to give to Banknumber NL85 INGB 0005019113\, Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/meditation-evening-monday-2025-9-9-5-3-2-2-2-2-2-3-7-10-10/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260402T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260402T210000
DTSTAMP:20260315T162545Z
CREATED:20260315T162545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T162545Z
UID:10460-1775156400-1775163600@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (thursday) - Samana Yoga Center
DESCRIPTION:Weekly physical meditation session at Samana Yoga Center\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam. The guide for this is week’s session is not known yet. \nThe sessions are led alternately by Adi Ichsan\, Henk van Voorst\, Aad Verboom en Marc Heijmerink. \nThe evening consists of a walking and sitting meditation. Walk-in. No need to register. \nThe sitting meditation on Thursday is shorter than on Monday evening (online) and there is more guidance during the meditations. If you have little or no experience\, join the Thursday evening sessions. After the meditation there is an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe meditation room is equipped with meditation mats and cushions. It is handy to wear comfortable clothing. \nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \nThe evenings are given on the basis of dana\, with a guideline of € 12 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113.  A QR-code is available. \nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vanaf-nov-2-8-2/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260404T180000
DTSTAMP:20260402T095605Z
CREATED:20260401T114558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T095605Z
UID:10512-1775296800-1775325600@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Vipassana meditation city retreat April 4-6 with Aad Verboom\, Adi Ichsan and Marc Heijmerink - day 1 with Aad
DESCRIPTION:Vipassana meditation city retreat Saturday April 4 – Monday April 6\, in Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam \nFor meditators who have some prior experience of Vipassana meditation. Registration is required\, via e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl. \nThe sessions will be guided on day 1 by Aad Verboom\, day 2 by Adi Ichsan\, day 3 by Marc Heijmerink.  \nThis city retreat offers the opportunity to practice intensively in order to purify your mind and look deeply within yourself to acquire new insights. The practice will consist primarily of sitting and walking meditation. After the meditation sessions\, there will be ample time to evaluate and discuss how your personal experience compares with theory. \nCombining practice with Dhamma talks and Q&A will help you develop a better understanding of what mindfulness is and what it can bring to your formal practice and daily life. \n\nTimes:  daily from 10 – 18 hours. Please join us us shortly before 10:00\, you’re welcome from 9:40 onwards.\nLunch: In March\, we decided to scale back the organization. Therefore\, please bring your own lunch. Water and tea will be provided 😊.\nVenue: Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam.  Accessible with public transport\, a 6 minutes walk from Amsterdam Central Station.\n\nParticipation\n\nRegistration is required\, via e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl.\nThere is space for maximum 12 participants.\nYou may join for one\, two or three days.\nIn case the city retreat is fully booked\, you can ask to be placed on a waiting list.\nIf you are unable to attend\, please inform us as soon as possible. We can then invite the next person on the waiting list.\n\nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana\n\nThe city retreat is being offered on the basis of dana (a voluntary contribution); with a suggested amount of € 32 per day.\n\nIf you participate for 3 days\, the guideline for dana is E 96\nIf you participate for 2 days\, the guideline for dana is E 64\n\n\nAt the end of every meditation day and the city retreat\, there will also be the opportunity to donate extra for the meditation guidance and teachings.\nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113\, mentioning ‘vipassana city retreat April 2026’. A QR-code is available.\nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vipassana-city-retreat-2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Retraites
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/meditatieweekend.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260405T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260405T180000
DTSTAMP:20260402T100251Z
CREATED:20260402T095716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T100251Z
UID:10522-1775383200-1775412000@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Vipassana meditation city retreat April 4-6 with Aad Verboom\, Adi Ichsan and Marc Heijmerink - day 2 with Adi
DESCRIPTION:Vipassana meditation city retreat Saturday April 4 – Monday April 6\, in Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam \nFor meditators who have some prior experience of Vipassana meditation. Registration is required\, via e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl. \nThe sessions will be guided on day 1 by Aad Verboom\, day 2 by Adi Ichsan\, day 3 by Marc Heijmerink.  \nPractical deepening of traditional Vipassana\, emphasizing the distinction between body (Rupa) and mind (Nama). The focus is on the process of spiritual growth (Yogavacara) through the work of diligence\, mindfulness\, and clear understanding (Atapi\, Sati\, Sampajano). \nParticipants are expected to understand how “involvement” with doing\, feeling\, thinking and being affects the maintenance of suffering (Dukkha) and spiritual defilements (Kilesa Tanha). \nFurthermore\, attention will be paid to the supporting functions of discipline (Sikhati) and wise contemplation (Yoniso Manasikara). The method employed will confront the yogi with discomfort\, impermanence\, and meaninglessness\, in every physical or mental posture. The exercises will be expanded to include standing\, walking\, lying\, and prostration meditation. \n\nTimes:  daily from 10 – 18 hours. Please join us us shortly before 10:00\, you’re welcome from 9:40 onwards.\nLunch: In March\, we decided to scale back the organization. Therefore\, please bring your own lunch. Water and tea will be provided 😊.\nVenue: Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam.  Accessible with public transport\, a 6 minutes walk from Amsterdam Central Station.\n\nParticipation\n\nRegistration is required\, via e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl.\nThere is space for maximum 12 participants.\nYou may join for one\, two or three days.\nIn case the city retreat is fully booked\, you can ask to be placed on a waiting list.\nIf you are unable to attend\, please inform us as soon as possible. We can then invite the next person on the waiting list.\n\nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana\n\nThe city retreat is being offered on the basis of dana (a voluntary contribution); with a suggested amount of € 32 per day.\n\nIf you participate for 3 days\, the guideline for dana is E 96\nIf you participate for 2 days\, the guideline for dana is E 64\n\n\nAt the end of every meditation day and the city retreat\, there will also be the opportunity to donate extra for the meditation guidance and teachings.\nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113\, mentioning ‘vipassana city retreat April 2026’. A QR-code is available.\nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vipassana-city-retreat-2026-04-01-2/
LOCATION:Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Retraites
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/meditatieweekend.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260406T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260406T180000
DTSTAMP:20260402T100348Z
CREATED:20260402T095828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T100348Z
UID:10524-1775469600-1775498400@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Vipassana meditation city retreat April 4-6 with Aad Verboom\, Adi Ichsan and Marc Heijmerink - day 3 with Marc
DESCRIPTION:Vipassana meditation city retreat Saturday April 4 – Monday April 6\, in Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam \nFor meditators who have some prior experience of Vipassana meditation. Registration is required\, via e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl. \nThe sessions will be guided on day 1 by Aad Verboom\, day 2 by Adi Ichsan\, day 3 by Marc Heijmerink.  \nThis city retreat offers the opportunity to practice intensively in order to purify your mind and look deeply within yourself to acquire new insights. The practice will consist primarily of sitting and walking meditation. After the meditation sessions\, there will be ample time to evaluate and discuss how your personal experience compares with theory. \nCombining practice with Dhamma talks and Q&A will help you develop a better understanding of what mindfulness is and what it can bring to your formal practice and daily life. \n\nTimes:  daily from 10 – 18 hours. Please join us us shortly before 10:00\, you’re welcome from 9:40 onwards.\nLunch: In March\, we decided to scale back the organization. Therefore\, please bring your own lunch. Water and tea will be provided 😊.\nVenue: Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam.  Accessible with public transport\, a 6 minutes walk from Amsterdam Central Station.\n\nParticipation\n\nRegistration is required\, via e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl.\nThere is space for maximum 12 participants.\nYou may join for one\, two or three days.\nIn case the city retreat is fully booked\, you can ask to be placed on a waiting list.\nIf you are unable to attend\, please inform us as soon as possible. We can then invite the next person on the waiting list.\n\nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana\n\nThe city retreat is being offered on the basis of dana (a voluntary contribution); with a suggested amount of € 32 per day.\n\nIf you participate for 3 days\, the guideline for dana is E 96\nIf you participate for 2 days\, the guideline for dana is E 64\n\n\nAt the end of every meditation day and the city retreat\, there will also be the opportunity to donate extra for the meditation guidance and teachings.\nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113\, mentioning ‘vipassana city retreat April 2026’. A QR-code is available.\nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vipassana-city-retreat-2026-04-01-2-2/
LOCATION:Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Retraites
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/meditatieweekend.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260409T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260409T210000
DTSTAMP:20260315T162623Z
CREATED:20260315T162623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T162623Z
UID:10461-1775761200-1775768400@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (thursday) - Samana Yoga Center
DESCRIPTION:Weekly physical meditation session at Samana Yoga Center\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam. The guide for this is week’s session is not known yet. \nThe sessions are led alternately by Adi Ichsan\, Henk van Voorst\, Aad Verboom en Marc Heijmerink. \nThe evening consists of a walking and sitting meditation. Walk-in. No need to register. \nThe sitting meditation on Thursday is shorter than on Monday evening (online) and there is more guidance during the meditations. If you have little or no experience\, join the Thursday evening sessions. After the meditation there is an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe meditation room is equipped with meditation mats and cushions. It is handy to wear comfortable clothing. \nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \nThe evenings are given on the basis of dana\, with a guideline of € 12 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113.  A QR-code is available. \nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vanaf-nov-2-8-3/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260413T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260413T203000
DTSTAMP:20260315T160931Z
CREATED:20260315T160931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T160931Z
UID:10421-1776105000-1776112200@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (monday) - Online using Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Online meditation using Zoom  \nIf you wish to join:   send an e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl stating your interest in joining the Monday evening meditations.  Within 24 hours you will receive a response with a link that will be valid for the next few months. \nGuidance:  Marc Heijmerink or Aad Verboom. \nThe programme has been adapted: \n\nWe meditate together with the help of Zoom\, which enables us to meditate as well as to have questions and answers.\nThis evening is suitable for persons with some experience in the practice of Vipassana meditation. Beginners are invited to join the Thursday evening meditation.\nWe practise both the walking and the sitting meditation\, for two hours\, with instructions.\nAfterwards there is ample opportunity for questions and answers.\nWe work with the programme Zoom.\n\nSome houserules for using Zoom: \n\nPlease join the meeting in time\, i.e. no later than a few minutes before the start of the meditation at 18:30 hours.\nTest your own video and sound beforehand.\n\nThe evenings are organized on the basis of dana with a guideline of € 7.00 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nYou may give dana by transfering the amount you wish to give to Banknumber NL85 INGB 0005019113\, Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/meditation-evening-monday-2025-9-9-5-3-2-2-2-2-2-3-7-10-10-2/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260315T162705Z
CREATED:20260315T162705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T162705Z
UID:10462-1776366000-1776373200@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (thursday) - Samana Yoga Center
DESCRIPTION:Weekly physical meditation session at Samana Yoga Center\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam. The guide for this is week’s session is not known yet. \nThe sessions are led alternately by Adi Ichsan\, Henk van Voorst\, Aad Verboom en Marc Heijmerink. \nThe evening consists of a walking and sitting meditation. Walk-in. No need to register. \nThe sitting meditation on Thursday is shorter than on Monday evening (online) and there is more guidance during the meditations. If you have little or no experience\, join the Thursday evening sessions. After the meditation there is an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe meditation room is equipped with meditation mats and cushions. It is handy to wear comfortable clothing. \nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \nThe evenings are given on the basis of dana\, with a guideline of € 12 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113.  A QR-code is available. \nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vanaf-nov-2-8-4/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260420T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260420T203000
DTSTAMP:20260315T161006Z
CREATED:20260315T161006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T161006Z
UID:10422-1776709800-1776717000@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (monday) - Online using Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Online meditation using Zoom  \nIf you wish to join:   send an e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl stating your interest in joining the Monday evening meditations.  Within 24 hours you will receive a response with a link that will be valid for the next few months. \nGuidance:  Marc Heijmerink or Aad Verboom. \nThe programme has been adapted: \n\nWe meditate together with the help of Zoom\, which enables us to meditate as well as to have questions and answers.\nThis evening is suitable for persons with some experience in the practice of Vipassana meditation. Beginners are invited to join the Thursday evening meditation.\nWe practise both the walking and the sitting meditation\, for two hours\, with instructions.\nAfterwards there is ample opportunity for questions and answers.\nWe work with the programme Zoom.\n\nSome houserules for using Zoom: \n\nPlease join the meeting in time\, i.e. no later than a few minutes before the start of the meditation at 18:30 hours.\nTest your own video and sound beforehand.\n\nThe evenings are organized on the basis of dana with a guideline of € 7.00 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nYou may give dana by transfering the amount you wish to give to Banknumber NL85 INGB 0005019113\, Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/meditation-evening-monday-2025-9-9-5-3-2-2-2-2-2-3-7-10-10-3/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260315T162746Z
CREATED:20260315T162746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T162746Z
UID:10463-1776970800-1776978000@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (thursday) - Samana Yoga Center
DESCRIPTION:Weekly physical meditation session at Samana Yoga Center\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam. The guide for this is week’s session is not known yet. \nThe sessions are led alternately by Adi Ichsan\, Henk van Voorst\, Aad Verboom en Marc Heijmerink. \nThe evening consists of a walking and sitting meditation. Walk-in. No need to register. \nThe sitting meditation on Thursday is shorter than on Monday evening (online) and there is more guidance during the meditations. If you have little or no experience\, join the Thursday evening sessions. After the meditation there is an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe meditation room is equipped with meditation mats and cushions. It is handy to wear comfortable clothing. \nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \nThe evenings are given on the basis of dana\, with a guideline of € 12 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113.  A QR-code is available. \nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vanaf-nov-2-8-5/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260425T180000
DTSTAMP:20260330T122542Z
CREATED:20260330T120224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T122542Z
UID:10500-1777111200-1777140000@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Vipassana meditation weekend April 25-26 with Aad Verboom - day 1
DESCRIPTION:Regular Vipassana meditation weekend in Karunika\, Meerhuizenplein 38\, Amsterdam. \nFor meditators who have some prior experience of Vipassana meditation. Registration is required\, via e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl.  The sessions will be guided by Aad Verboom. \nThis weekend offers the opportunity to practice intensively in order to purify your mind and look deeply within yourself to acquire new insights. The practice will consist primarily of sitting and walking meditation. After the meditation sessions\, there will be ample time to evaluate and discuss how your personal experience compares with theory. \nCombining practice with discussions will help you develop a better understanding of what mindfulness is and what it can bng to your formal practice and daily life. \n\nHours: Days are from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Please arrive a little earlier; you’re welcome from 9:40 AM.\nLunch: In March\, we decided to scale back the organization. Therefore\, please bring your own lunch. Water and tea will be provided 😊.\nLocation: Karunika\, Meerhuizenplein 38\, 12 minutes walk from Amsterdam Amstel Station.\n\nParticipation\n\nThere is space for maximum 12 participants. Register by email to info@dhammadipa.nl.\nYou may also join for one day.\nParticipants to the Vipassana introduction course of September have preference.\nIn case the weekend is fully booked\, you can ask to be placed on a waiting list.\nIf you are unable to attend\, please inform us as soon as possible. We can then invite the next person on the waiting list.\n\nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana\n\nThe meditation weekend is being offered on the basis of dana (a voluntary contribution); with a suggested amount of € 32 per day.\nAt the end of the day or weekend\, there will also be the opportunity to donate extra for the meditation guidance and teachings.\nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113\, mentioning ‘vipassana meditation weekend April 2026’. A QR-code is also available\nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.\n\n 
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vipassana-meditation-weekend-2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Karunika\, Meerhuizenplein 38\, Amsterdam\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieweekend
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/meditatieweekend.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260427T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260427T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T074000Z
CREATED:20260315T161041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T074000Z
UID:10423-1777314600-1777321800@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (monday) - cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Online meditation using Zoom – cancelled due to King’s day and family circumstances \n 
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/meditation-evening-monday-2025-9-9-5-3-2-2-2-2-2-3-7-10-10-4/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260430T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260430T210000
DTSTAMP:20260315T162826Z
CREATED:20260315T162826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T162826Z
UID:10464-1777575600-1777582800@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (thursday) - Samana Yoga Center
DESCRIPTION:Weekly physical meditation session at Samana Yoga Center\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam. The guide for this is week’s session is not known yet. \nThe sessions are led alternately by Adi Ichsan\, Henk van Voorst\, Aad Verboom en Marc Heijmerink. \nThe evening consists of a walking and sitting meditation. Walk-in. No need to register. \nThe sitting meditation on Thursday is shorter than on Monday evening (online) and there is more guidance during the meditations. If you have little or no experience\, join the Thursday evening sessions. After the meditation there is an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe meditation room is equipped with meditation mats and cushions. It is handy to wear comfortable clothing. \nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \nThe evenings are given on the basis of dana\, with a guideline of € 12 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113.  A QR-code is available. \nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vanaf-nov-2-8-6/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260504T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260504T203000
DTSTAMP:20260315T161117Z
CREATED:20260315T161117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T161117Z
UID:10424-1777919400-1777926600@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (monday) - Online using Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Online meditation using Zoom  \nIf you wish to join:   send an e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl stating your interest in joining the Monday evening meditations.  Within 24 hours you will receive a response with a link that will be valid for the next few months. \nGuidance:  Marc Heijmerink or Aad Verboom. \nThe programme has been adapted: \n\nWe meditate together with the help of Zoom\, which enables us to meditate as well as to have questions and answers.\nThis evening is suitable for persons with some experience in the practice of Vipassana meditation. Beginners are invited to join the Thursday evening meditation.\nWe practise both the walking and the sitting meditation\, for two hours\, with instructions.\nAfterwards there is ample opportunity for questions and answers.\nWe work with the programme Zoom.\n\nSome houserules for using Zoom: \n\nPlease join the meeting in time\, i.e. no later than a few minutes before the start of the meditation at 18:30 hours.\nTest your own video and sound beforehand.\n\nThe evenings are organized on the basis of dana with a guideline of € 7.00 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nYou may give dana by transfering the amount you wish to give to Banknumber NL85 INGB 0005019113\, Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/meditation-evening-monday-2025-9-9-5-3-2-2-2-2-2-3-7-10-10-5/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260315T163006Z
CREATED:20260315T162913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T163006Z
UID:10465-1778180400-1778187600@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (thursday) - Samana Yoga Center
DESCRIPTION:Weekly physical meditation session at Samana Yoga Center\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam. The guide for this is week’s session is not known yet. \nThe sessions are led alternately by Adi Ichsan\, Henk van Voorst\, Aad Verboom en Marc Heijmerink. \nThe evening consists of a walking and sitting meditation. Walk-in. No need to register. \nThe sitting meditation on Thursday is shorter than on Monday evening (online) and there is more guidance during the meditations. If you have little or no experience\, join the Thursday evening sessions. After the meditation there is an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe meditation room is equipped with meditation mats and cushions. It is handy to wear comfortable clothing. \nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \nThe evenings are given on the basis of dana\, with a guideline of € 12 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113.  A QR-code is available. \nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vanaf-nov-2-8-7/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260511T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260511T203000
DTSTAMP:20260315T161154Z
CREATED:20260315T161154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T161154Z
UID:10425-1778524200-1778531400@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (monday) - Online using Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Online meditation using Zoom  \nIf you wish to join:   send an e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl stating your interest in joining the Monday evening meditations.  Within 24 hours you will receive a response with a link that will be valid for the next few months. \nGuidance:  Marc Heijmerink or Aad Verboom. \nThe programme has been adapted: \n\nWe meditate together with the help of Zoom\, which enables us to meditate as well as to have questions and answers.\nThis evening is suitable for persons with some experience in the practice of Vipassana meditation. Beginners are invited to join the Thursday evening meditation.\nWe practise both the walking and the sitting meditation\, for two hours\, with instructions.\nAfterwards there is ample opportunity for questions and answers.\nWe work with the programme Zoom.\n\nSome houserules for using Zoom: \n\nPlease join the meeting in time\, i.e. no later than a few minutes before the start of the meditation at 18:30 hours.\nTest your own video and sound beforehand.\n\nThe evenings are organized on the basis of dana with a guideline of € 7.00 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nYou may give dana by transfering the amount you wish to give to Banknumber NL85 INGB 0005019113\, Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/meditation-evening-monday-2025-9-9-5-3-2-2-2-2-2-3-7-10-10-6/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260315T163057Z
CREATED:20260315T163057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T163057Z
UID:10466-1778785200-1778792400@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (thursday) - Samana Yoga Center
DESCRIPTION:Weekly physical meditation session at Samana Yoga Center\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam. The guide for this is week’s session is not known yet. \nThe sessions are led alternately by Adi Ichsan\, Henk van Voorst\, Aad Verboom en Marc Heijmerink. \nThe evening consists of a walking and sitting meditation. Walk-in. No need to register. \nThe sitting meditation on Thursday is shorter than on Monday evening (online) and there is more guidance during the meditations. If you have little or no experience\, join the Thursday evening sessions. After the meditation there is an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe meditation room is equipped with meditation mats and cushions. It is handy to wear comfortable clothing. \nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \nThe evenings are given on the basis of dana\, with a guideline of € 12 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113.  A QR-code is available. \nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vanaf-nov-2-8-8/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260518T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260315T161742Z
CREATED:20260315T161234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T161742Z
UID:10426-1779129000-1779136200@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (monday) - Online using Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Online meditation using Zoom  \nIf you wish to join:   send an e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl stating your interest in joining the Monday evening meditations.  Within 24 hours you will receive a response with a link that will be valid for the next few months. \nGuidance:  Marc Heijmerink or Aad Verboom. \nThe programme has been adapted: \n\nWe meditate together with the help of Zoom\, which enables us to meditate as well as to have questions and answers.\nThis evening is suitable for persons with some experience in the practice of Vipassana meditation. Beginners are invited to join the Thursday evening meditation.\nWe practise both the walking and the sitting meditation\, for two hours\, with instructions.\nAfterwards there is ample opportunity for questions and answers.\nWe work with the programme Zoom.\n\nSome houserules for using Zoom: \n\nPlease join the meeting in time\, i.e. no later than a few minutes before the start of the meditation at 18:30 hours.\nTest your own video and sound beforehand.\n\nThe evenings are organized on the basis of dana with a guideline of € 7.00 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nYou may give dana by transfering the amount you wish to give to Banknumber NL85 INGB 0005019113\, Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/meditation-evening-monday-2025-9-9-5-3-2-2-2-2-2-3-7-10-10-7/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260521T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260521T210000
DTSTAMP:20260315T163140Z
CREATED:20260315T163140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T163140Z
UID:10467-1779390000-1779397200@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Meditation Evening (thursday) - Samana Yoga Center
DESCRIPTION:Weekly physical meditation session at Samana Yoga Center\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam. The guide for this is week’s session is not known yet. \nThe sessions are led alternately by Adi Ichsan\, Henk van Voorst\, Aad Verboom en Marc Heijmerink. \nThe evening consists of a walking and sitting meditation. Walk-in. No need to register. \nThe sitting meditation on Thursday is shorter than on Monday evening (online) and there is more guidance during the meditations. If you have little or no experience\, join the Thursday evening sessions. After the meditation there is an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe meditation room is equipped with meditation mats and cushions. It is handy to wear comfortable clothing. \nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana \nThe evenings are given on the basis of dana\, with a guideline of € 12 as a contribution to the fixed costs\, such as the rent. Dana means generosity. \nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113.  A QR-code is available. \nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vanaf-nov-2-8-9/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Meditatieavonden
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/avondmeditatie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260523T180000
DTSTAMP:20260510T171546Z
CREATED:20260501T160052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T171546Z
UID:10532-1779530400-1779559200@dhammadipa.eu
SUMMARY:Vipassana meditation city retreat May 23-25\, in Samana - day 1 - Aad Verboom
DESCRIPTION:Vipassana meditation city retreat Saturday May 23 – Monday May 25\, in Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam \nFor meditators who have some prior experience of Vipassana meditation. Registration is required\, via e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl. \nThe sessions will be guided by Adi Ichsan\, Marc Heijmerink and Aad Verboom. This day will be guided by Aad Verboom. \nThis city retreat offers the opportunity to practice intensively in order to purify your mind and look deeply within yourself to acquire new insights. The practice will consist primarily of sitting and walking meditation. After the meditation sessions\, there will be ample time to evaluate and discuss how your personal experience compares with theory. \nCombining practice with Dhamma talks and Q&A will help you develop a better understanding of what mindfulness is and what it can bring to your formal practice and daily life. \n\nTimes:  daily from 10 – 18 hours. Please join us us shortly before 10:00\, you’re welcome from 9:40 onwards.\nLunch: In March\, we decided to scale back the organization. Therefore\, please bring your own lunch. Water and tea will be provided 😊.\nVenue: Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam.  Accessible with public transport\, a 6 minutes walk from Amsterdam Central Station.\n\nParticipation\n\nRegistration is required\, via e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl.\nThere is space for maximum 12 participants.\nYou may join for one\, two or three days.\nIn case the city retreat is fully booked\, you can ask to be placed on a waiting list.\nIf you are unable to attend\, please inform us as soon as possible. We can then invite the next person on the waiting list.\n\nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana\n\nThe city retreat is being offered on the basis of dana (a voluntary contribution); with a suggested amount of € 32 per day.\n\nIf you participate for 3 days\, the guideline for dana is E 96\nIf you participate for 2 days\, the guideline for dana is E 64\n\n\nAt the end of every meditation day and the city retreat\, there will also be the opportunity to donate extra for the meditation guidance and teachings.\nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113\, mentioning ‘vipassana city retreat May 2026’. A QR-code is available.\nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vipassana-city-retreat-2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Retraites
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dhammadipa.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/meditatieweekend.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dhammadipa - Vipassana meditation center based in Amsterdam.":MAILTO:info@dhammadipa.nl
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260524T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260524T180000
DTSTAMP:20260510T171456Z
CREATED:20260501T161150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T171456Z
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SUMMARY:Vipassana meditation city retreat May 23-25\, in Samana - day 2 - Marc Heijmerink
DESCRIPTION:Vipassana meditation city retreat Saturday May 23 – Monday May 25\, in Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam \nFor meditators who have some prior experience of Vipassana meditation. Registration is required\, via e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl. \nThe sessions will be guided by Adi Ichsan\, Marc Heijmerink and Aad Verboom. This day will be guided by Marc Heijmerink. \nThis city retreat offers the opportunity to practice intensively in order to purify your mind and look deeply within yourself to acquire new insights. The practice will consist primarily of sitting and walking meditation. After the meditation sessions\, there will be ample time to evaluate and discuss how your personal experience compares with theory. \nCombining practice with Dhamma talks and Q&A will help you develop a better understanding of what mindfulness is and what it can bring to your formal practice and daily life. \n\nTimes:  daily from 10 – 18 hours. Please join us us shortly before 10:00\, you’re welcome from 9:40 onwards.\nLunch: In March\, we decided to scale back the organization. Therefore\, please bring your own lunch. Water and tea will be provided 😊.\nVenue: Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam.  Accessible with public transport\, a 6 minutes walk from Amsterdam Central Station.\n\nParticipation\n\nRegistration is required\, via e-mail to info@dhammadipa.nl.\nThere is space for maximum 12 participants.\nYou may join for one\, two or three days.\nIn case the city retreat is fully booked\, you can ask to be placed on a waiting list.\nIf you are unable to attend\, please inform us as soon as possible. We can then invite the next person on the waiting list.\n\nPlease note the advice to prevent respiratory infections \nFrom our point of view on buddhist ethics respiratory infections are a risk for teachers and participants as well as for those present to contaminate others. In this we have chosen to follow the guidelines of the government. See https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands/preventing-respiratory-infections. \nFollowing the advice below helps limit the spread of viruses that cause respiratory infections. This helps protect everyone\, including people with health concerns. \nAdvice \nCoughing\, sneezing\, a sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose are signs of respiratory infection. \n\nStay at home if you are ill.\nIf your symptoms are mild\, stay at home or do a selftest of good quality\, with negative result and max 24 hours before the meditation activity. In case of doubt a new selftest is mandatory\, which will be provided by Dhammadipa.\nIf you have symptoms\, avoid physical contact with people who could become seriously ill from a cold or flu virus. Wear a face mask if physical contact is necessary\, for example\, when providing care.\n\nFor questions and comments please mail info@dhammadipa.nl. \nDana\n\nThe city retreat is being offered on the basis of dana (a voluntary contribution); with a suggested amount of € 32 per day.\n\nIf you participate for 3 days\, the guideline for dana is E 96\nIf you participate for 2 days\, the guideline for dana is E 64\n\n\nAt the end of every meditation day and the city retreat\, there will also be the opportunity to donate extra for the meditation guidance and teachings.\nThe dana can be offered via a bank transfer to the Dhammadipa\, Amsterdam account number NL85 INGB 0005019113\, mentioning ‘vipassana city retreat May 2026’. A QR-code is available.\nThere is also a dana box so that you may offer dana in cash.
URL:https://dhammadipa.eu/activity/vipassana-city-retreat-2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Samana\, Droogbak 11\, Amsterdam\, Netherlands
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