Contact Information

Pannarama Buddhist Centre
262 Otaha Rd
RD 2
Kerikeri 0295
Ph +64 9 4075275
Email sati@pannarama.net.nz

 


Pannarama Sati School Retreats.

For those that would like to deepen their meditation practice we have  accommodation available for retreats up to 14 days. Pannarama Sati School follows a schedule which includes nine hours of meditation daily and you will be able to meet with Yasala Bhante each day to discuss the progress of your meditation practice. If you would like more information about this wonderful experience please contact us. Retreat accommodations are subject to availability.

To find out more about the retreat opportunities please click here

How to Help

As we are a young Buddhist organisation we have much to do. Although there are a couple of basis chalets with cooking and toilet facilities, we would like to expand these so more people are able to enjoy the natural bush with native birds and seclusion while practicing Sati Meditation (Vippassana).

The following projects are on-going and need donations:  

    new accommodation building

    renovation and maintenance of the buildings,

    assistance to the local community;

    development of income generating projects;

    and expansion of learning opportunities for students.

To make a donation.

Our bank details are as follows:

Pannarama Buddhist Centre, Kiwibank Kerikeri, Account Number: 38-9007-0674789-00

If you would rather post a donation, please print out this form .

Volunteer Opportunities.

In the near future we would very much like to expand opportunities for retreats; however this will require we build more accommodation. Your donations and volunteer time will make this possible. If you would like to join us, we welcome your support. We also have an ongoing need for a gardener and/or handyman at the Pannarama Sati School. Anytime anybody has time to spare would be wonderful.

If you have a unique skill to offer or would just enjoy mucking in with the rest of us please come join us.

We are local people, led by an engaging teacher dedicated to learning meditation and Buddhism and building a spiritual community.

We welcome the donation of your time, expertise or financial support. If you are unable to join us at this time but are interested in future opportunities please email us so we may include you when we have news to share.

Please let us know how and when you are able to help, by filling out our online form here or contacting us.


2009-2010 International Sati Camp.

On 25th November 2009, 20 monks from all around the world go to the Pannarama Sati School in Bodhgaya India for a three month vassa (retreat). One group for meditation training and one learning Pali Sutra. This camp is held each year at Buddha's place of Enlightenment. Because it  is growing in popularity, numbers are limited by the accommodation and facilities. This camp accepts lay people who just pay for their airfare and travel, but accommodation and food costs are by donation. They are able to ask the Chief Monk and take vows to be a temporary monk for three months. Applications are accepted up until August with interviews soon after.