Vipassana International Academy

Dhamma Giri

Vipassana International Academy, Igatpuri, Maharashtra, India
Dhamma Giri, meaing 'Hill of Dhamma' is one of the world's largest Vipassana meditation centres. It is co-located with the Vipassana Research Institute at Igatpuri in Maharastra, approximately three hours drive from Mumbai. The center offered its first course in 1976.  Today tens of thousands of students study here every year.  The centre's pagoda has over 400 cells for individual meditation.
Additional information

Vipassana International Acadamy -- Dhamma Giri
P.O. Box 6, Igatpuri 422 403
Maharashtra, India

Email: [email protected]
Phone: [91](02553) 244076, 244086, 244144, 244440, 8484834837, 8484837835, 8484839837, 8484831835

We are also available now on Whatsapp @ +91 8956297221 between 9:30 am until 5:30 pm IST (Monday - Saturday)

Please apply for courses here - schedule.vridhamma.org

To know the criteria to apply for courses please click the link : https://www.giri.vridhamma.org/#criteria . Note: Only confirmed students/servers are permitted to enter the centre premises. We are also available now on Whatsapp @ +91 8956297219, +91 8956297220 between 9:30 am until 5:30 pm IST (Monday - Saturday)
 

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Ten Day & Other Courses

89 courses
All ten day courses begin on the evening of the first day and end on the early morning of the last day.
Dates
Course Type
Location
Comments
Status
12 Oct - 20 Oct
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Completed
12 Oct - 27 Oct
Dhammagiri Maintenance Period
Igatpuri
For old students
During this period the center will undergo several important tasks, including thorough cleaning of the meditation hall, pagoda, dining hall, and all residences. Additionally, we will sun-dry cushions, mattresses, and pillows to ensure they remain in excellent condition.
Work Period
Completed
23 Oct - 31 Oct
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Completed
28 Oct - 8 Nov
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Completed
3 Nov - 11 Nov
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Completed
11 Nov - 22 Nov
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
In Progress
14 Nov - 22 Nov
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Course Full
26 Nov - 29 Nov
Mega 3-day Course
Igatpuri
For old students
Venue: Dhamma Giri
Admission will be limited to confirmed old students only
3-Day
New Women- Closed
Old Women- Course Full
New Men- Closed
Old Men- Course Full
Servers- Open
26 Nov - 18 Dec
GOLDEN JUBILEE PROGRAMME SCHEDULE
Igatpuri
Detailed information for each programme is provided below.
Other
Open
30 Nov
Vipassana Introduction Programme
Igatpuri
Entry to this programme will be strictly by invitation only
Other
Open
3 Dec
Children Course
Igatpuri
Course Duration: 8 am to 3:30 pm. Admission will be limited to confirmed students only.
Children / Teens
Girls- Closed
Boys- Closed
Servers- Open
5 Dec
Mega 1-Day Course | 10:30 am to 3:30 pm
Igatpuri
For old students
Admission will be limited to confirmed old students only
1-Day
New Women- Closed
Old Women- Open
New Men- Closed
Old Men- Open
Servers- Open
6 Dec
Golden Jubilee Function
(10:00 am – 5:00 pm)

Igatpuri
For old students
Entry to this programme will be strictly by invitation only.

ATs/SATs/Ts are invited to register through the Dipi AT Portal.
Old Student Program
Open
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Indian T Meeting
Igatpuri
For old students
Restricted to Indian Ts. Indian SATs may attend only in person as observers.

Registration may be done through the DIPI AT Portal. Alternatively, you may send an email to [[email protected]] mentioning your AT code.
Old Student Program
Open
9 Dec - 10 Dec
International T Meeting
Igatpuri
For old students
Restricted to worldwide Ts. Worldwide SATs may attend only in person as observers.

Registration may be done through the DIPI AT Portal. Alternatively, you may send an email to [[email protected]] mentioning your AT code.
Old Student Program
Open
11 Dec - 13 Dec
International AT Meeting
Igatpuri
For old students
Restricted to worldwide ATs, SATs, Ts, and Trainees who have completed Step 2B training.

Registration may be done through the DIPI AT Portal. Alternatively, you may send an email to [[email protected]] mentioning your AT code.
Old Student Program
Open
14 Dec
Trainer Workshop
Igatpuri
For old students
Restricted to SATs and Ts who understand Hindi.

Registration may be done through the DIPI AT Portal. Alternatively, you may send an email to [[email protected]] mentioning your AT code.
Old Student Program
Open
15 Dec - 18 Dec
AT Workshop
Igatpuri
For old students
Restricted to ATs, SATs, Ts, and Trainees who understand Hindi.

Registration may be done through the DIPI AT Portal. Alternatively, you may send an email to [[email protected]] mentioning your AT code.
Old Student Program
Open
23 Dec 2026 - 3 Jan 2027
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Women- Course Full
Men- Course Full
Servers- Open
25 Dec - 27 Dec
2-Day
Igatpuri
For old students
Venue: Short Course Area, Dhamma Giri
2-Day
Applications accepted starting 18 Dec
30 Dec 2026 - 7 Jan 2027
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Girls- Closed
Boys- Open
Servers - Women- Closed
Servers - Men- Open
2027
6 Jan - 17 Jan
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Women- Course Full
Men- Course Full
Servers- Open
10 Jan - 18 Jan
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Girls- Open
Boys- Closed
Servers - Women- Open
Servers - Men- Closed
20 Jan - 31 Jan
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 20 Nov
21 Jan - 24 Jan
3-Day
Igatpuri
For old students
Venue: Short Course Area, Dhamma Giri
3-Day
Applications accepted starting 14 Jan
27 Jan - 4 Feb
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 27 Nov
3 Feb - 14 Feb
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 03 Dec
7 Feb - 15 Feb
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 07 Dec
17 Feb - 28 Feb
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 17 Dec
19 Feb - 21 Feb
2-Day
Igatpuri
For old students
Venue: Short Course Area, Dhamma Giri
2-Day
Applications accepted starting 12 Feb
24 Feb - 4 Mar
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 24 Dec
3 Mar - 14 Mar
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 03 Jan
5 Mar - 10 Mar
Short Course Area Maintenance Period
Igatpuri
For old students
During this period the center will undergo several important tasks, including thorough cleaning of the meditation hall, pagoda, dining hall, and all residences. Additionally, we will sun-dry cushions, mattresses, and pillows to ensure they remain in excellent condition.
Work Period
Applications accepted starting 05 Jan
11 Mar - 19 Mar
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 11 Jan
17 Mar - 28 Mar
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 17 Jan
22 Mar - 30 Mar
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 22 Jan
31 Mar - 11 Apr
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 31 Jan
2 Apr - 4 Apr
2-Day
Igatpuri
For old students
Venue: Short Course Area, Dhamma Giri
2-Day
Applications accepted starting 26 Mar
8 Apr - 16 Apr
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 08 Feb
12 Apr - 27 Apr
Dhammagiri Maintenance Period
Igatpuri
For old students
During this period the center will undergo several important tasks, including thorough cleaning of the meditation hall, pagoda, dining hall, and all residences. Additionally, we will sun-dry cushions, mattresses, and pillows to ensure they remain in excellent condition.
Work Period
Applications accepted starting 12 Feb
19 Apr - 27 Apr
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 19 Feb
28 Apr - 9 May
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 28 Feb
30 Apr - 8 May
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 28 Feb
12 May - 23 May
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 12 Mar
14 May - 22 May
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 14 Mar
26 May - 6 Jun
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 26 Mar
28 May - 5 Jun
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 28 Mar
9 Jun - 20 Jun
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 09 Apr
10 Jun - 13 Jun
3-Day
Igatpuri
For old students
3-Day
Applications accepted starting 04 Jun
16 Jun - 24 Jun
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 16 Apr
23 Jun - 4 Jul
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 23 Apr
27 Jun - 5 Jul
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 27 Apr
7 Jul - 18 Jul
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 07 May
9 Jul - 12 Jul
3-Day
Igatpuri
For old students
3-Day
Applications accepted starting 02 Jul
15 Jul - 23 Jul
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 15 May
21 Jul - 1 Aug
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 21 May
26 Jul - 3 Aug
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 26 May
4 Aug - 15 Aug
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 04 Jun
6 Aug - 9 Aug
3-Day
Igatpuri
For old students
3-Day
Applications accepted starting 30 Jul
12 Aug - 20 Aug
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 12 Jun
18 Aug - 29 Aug
OSC
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 18 Jun
23 Aug - 31 Aug
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 23 Jun
1 Sept - 12 Sept
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 01 Jul
3 Sept - 6 Sept
3-Day
Igatpuri
For old students
3-Day
Applications accepted starting 27 Aug
9 Sept - 17 Sept
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 09 Jul
15 Sept - 26 Sept
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 15 Jul
20 Sept - 28 Sept
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 20 Jul
29 Sept - 10 Oct
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 29 Jul
30 Sept - 3 Oct
3-Day
Igatpuri
For old students
3-Day
Applications accepted starting 23 Sep
7 Oct - 15 Oct
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 07 Aug
14 Oct - 22 Oct
STP
Igatpuri
Satipatthana Sutta
Applications accepted starting 14 Aug
16 Oct - 22 Oct
Short Course Area Maintenance Period
Igatpuri
For old students
During this period the center will undergo several important tasks, including thorough cleaning of the meditation hall, pagoda, dining hall, and all residences. Additionally, we will sun-dry cushions, mattresses, and pillows to ensure they remain in excellent condition.
Work Period
Applications accepted starting 16 Aug
23 Oct - 24 Oct
DS/ Trustee Workshop
Igatpuri
Other
Applications accepted starting 14 Apr
23 Oct - 31 Oct
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 23 Aug
27 Oct - 7 Nov
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 27 Aug
4 Nov - 12 Nov
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 04 Sep
8 Nov - 23 Nov
Dhammagiri Maintenance Period
Igatpuri
For old students
During this period the center will undergo several important tasks, including thorough cleaning of the meditation hall, pagoda, dining hall, and all residences. Additionally, we will sun-dry cushions, mattresses, and pillows to ensure they remain in excellent condition.
Work Period
Applications accepted starting 08 Sep
15 Nov - 23 Nov
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 15 Sep
24 Nov - 5 Dec
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 24 Sep
26 Nov - 4 Dec
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 26 Sep
8 Dec
Indian T Meeting
Igatpuri
For old students
Old Student Program
New Women- Closed
Old Women- Open
New Men- Closed
Old Men- Open
Servers- Open
9 Dec - 12 Dec
3-Day
Igatpuri
For old students
3-Day
Applications accepted starting 02 Dec
10 Dec - 11 Dec
International T Meeting
Igatpuri
For old students
Old Student Program
New Women- Closed
Old Women- Open
New Men- Closed
Old Men- Open
Servers- Open
12 Dec - 14 Dec
International AT Meeting
Igatpuri
For old students
Old Student Program
New Women- Closed
Old Women- Open
New Men- Closed
Old Men- Open
Servers- Open
15 Dec
Trainer Workshop
Igatpuri
For old students
Old Student Program
New Women- Closed
Old Women- Open
New Men- Closed
Old Men- Open
Servers- Open
16 Dec - 19 Dec
AT Workshop
Igatpuri
For old students
Old Student Program
New Women- Closed
Old Women- Open
New Men- Closed
Old Men- Open
Servers- Open
20 Dec - 28 Dec
Teenager (Girls)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 20 Oct
22 Dec 2027 - 2 Jan 2028
10-Day
Igatpuri
10-Day
Applications accepted starting 22 Oct
31 Dec 2027 - 8 Jan 2028
Teenager (Boys)
Igatpuri
Age limit for teenager course is 15–19 yrs
7-day Vipassana course for teens
Applications accepted starting 31 Oct

Course types

All courses are run solely on a donation basis. All expenses are met by donations from those who, having completed a course and experienced the benefits of Vipassana, wish to give others the same opportunity. Neither the Teacher nor the assistant teachers receive remuneration; they and those who serve the courses volunteer their time. Thus Vipassana is offered free from commercialisation.

Old students are those who have completed a 10-day Vipassana Meditation course with S.N. Goenka or his Assistant Teachers. Old students have the opportunity to provide Dhamma Service at the courses listed.

10-Day

10-day Courses are an introductory course to Vipassana Meditation where the technique is taught step-by-step each day. The courses begin after a 2 - 4 pm registration period and orientation, followed by 10 full days of meditation, and end the morning of the 11th day by 7:30 am.

Children Course

Children's Anapana Courses are generally open for all children aged 8-12 years old who wish to learn to meditate. However there are local variations in age range, so please check the schedule.

Teenagers' Anapana Courses are generally open for all teenagers aged 13-18 years old who wish to learn to meditate. However, there are local variations in age range. In India and a few other countries there are also 7-day Vipassana courses for older teenagers. Please check the schedule for details.

Dhammagiri Maintenance Period

Work Periods have been set aside to work on a variety of Centre maintenance, construction, household and gardening projects. All Old Students are welcome to apply. The daily program will include three group sittings with morning and afternoon work periods. On selected evenings, there will be tapes played of special discourses and talks that S.N. Goenka has given to Old Students.

Golden Jubilee Function (10:00 am – 5:00 pm)

Old Student Programs are similar to Service Periods where there is time to work on a variety of Centre maintenance, construction, household and gardening projects, but have a more full and structured program, an opportunity to meet with assistant teachers, and possibly committee and trust meetings. All Old Students are welcome to participate. The daily program will include three group sittings with morning and afternoon work periods and in the evening there will be tapes played of special discourses and talks that S.N. Goenka has given to Old Students.

Mega 1-Day Course | 10:30 am to 3:30 pm
Old Student Short Courses (1-3 days) are for any student who has completed the 10-day course with S.N. Goenka and his assistant teachers. All old students are welcome to apply to attend these courses, including those where it has been some time since their last course.
Mega 3-day Course
Old Student Short Courses (1-3 days) are for any student who has completed the 10-day course with S.N. Goenka and his assistant teachers. All old students are welcome to apply to attend these courses, including those where it has been some time since their last course.
STP

Satipatthana Sutta Courses have the same timetable and discipline as 10-day courses. The difference is that in the taped evening discourses the Satipatthana Sutta is carefully examined. This is the principal text in which the technique of Vipassana is systematically explained. These courses are open to serious old students who have sat (not including courses served) at least three 10-day courses, have not been practising any other meditation techniques since last 10-day course, have been practising this technique of Vipassana for at least one year, and who are trying to maintain their meditation practice and the five precepts in their daily lives, at the very minimum from the time of applying to the course.

Teenager (Girls)
This is 7 Days Vipassana course for Teenagers of age group 15 to 19 years old.

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