Online Intro to Vipassana Meditation

Vipassana Meditation: Clear Seeing through Direct Experience

Vipassana (often translated as "clear seeing") is one of the oldest and most systematic forms of mindfulness meditation. This class introduces the classical Satipaṭṭhāna method in the Mahasi Sayadaw tradition: a direct, moment-to-moment practice of observing sensations, thoughts, and emotional states as they rise and fall.

Rather than forcing a blank mind, we train the mind to clearly label present experience (rising, hearing, tension, thinking). Over time, this dismantling of mental reactivity cultivates deep steadiness, clarity, and genuine freedom from habitual suffering.

What each session includes:

• Guided seated and walking meditation instructions
• Practical training in the continuous "noting" technique
• Group Q&A and guidance on integrating practice into daily life

About the teacher: Didi Berman has practiced Vipassana for over 20 years, with extensive periods of intensive silent retreat in the West and in Lumbini, Nepal, following the Mahasi lineage. He is certified by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach.

Access and booking: Open to everyone. No prior experience or specific beliefs required. Included at no extra cost for members of Urban Sports Club and Wellhub directly via their respective platforms.