THE EXPERIENCE

A place to practise.

Yixin Temple hosts residential meditation in Kenting’s Sheding area. Its October 2026 intermediate retreat has ended; the official calendar now includes a separate introductory session on 22–24 January 2027. English instruction and overseas admission are still unconfirmed, so contact the temple before planning a stay.

What you can practise

  • Buddhist meditation
  • shamatha-vipashyana

Where you will stay

The past October retreat included temple lodging and vegetarian meals. Confirm accommodation and meal inclusions for the January introductory course.

Time & commitment

The four-day 2–5 October 2026 intermediate retreat has ended. A separate introductory retreat is published for 22–24 January 2027; confirm its accommodation and eligibility.

Joining from overseas

Overseas admission unconfirmed. The January 2027 introductory notice is addressed to Lamrim students and friends of the community. Ask the temple whether you qualify. The past October intermediate retreat required prior introductory training.

English not established. Confirm instruction, translation and orientation for your specific programme.

DETAILS TO CLARIFY

  • This is the Kenting/Sheding Yixin Temple, not the similarly named Taipei temple.
  • English teaching and international admission are not established.
  • The January introductory retreat is a different programme from the past October intermediate session. Confirm lodging, fees and eligibility for the selected date.

Start a useful conversation.

Include your dates, nationality, language and previous experience when contacting the host.

  • Are you accepting overseas participants for my intended dates, and what is the full required length of stay?
  • Which sessions have English instruction or translation?
  • Where exactly will I sleep, and what are the room-sharing and meal arrangements?
  • What is the full daily schedule, total cost and cancellation policy?

THE EVIDENCE BEHIND THIS ENTRY

Read the original sources.

Latest source check · . The sources describe a residential programme; they do not confirm a place for your dates.

  • October 2026 Intermediate Meditation Camp Host / organiser · Programme / report date: 2026-10-02/2026-10-05Source checked ·

    The 2–5 October 2026 intermediate retreat has ended. Its notice documents four days and three nights with meals and lodging for NT$3,400, for participants who completed introductory training. It is retained as evidence of past residential practice.

  • Introduction to meditation at Yixin Temple Host / organiserSource checked ·

    Identifies the Sheding setting, tree meditation and dedicated retreat accommodation with vegetarian food.

  • Current programme registration Host / organiserSource checked ·

    The calendar lists the past October 2026 retreat and separate January–February 2027 intermediate and introductory sessions. Each session has its own notice and eligibility.

  • January 2027 Introductory Meditation Camp Host / organiser · Programme / report date: 2027-01-22/2027-01-24Source checked ·

    The 22–24 January 2027 introductory notice lists NT$2,500 and 80 places, for Lamrim students and friends of the community. The schedule includes checkout on the final day; exact lodging and meal inclusions, English instruction and overseas admission require confirmation.

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