Many students, after they have sat one or two courses, feel they would like to explore Vipassana more deeply. Longer courses give them the opportunity to meditate continuously for extended periods, deepening samadhi and the experience of anicca; their understanding and appreciation of the Dhamma grows.

A long-course Centre is designed specifically for such courses, with every student provided with a single room and attached bathroom, along with an individual cell for meditation. More long courses can be offered, as well as ‘Satipatthana sutta’ courses, and 10-day old-student courses. The Centre will quickly develop a strong Dhamma atmosphere.

Like other dedicated long-course Centres, Dhamma Rasa will offer Special 10-day, 20, 30, 45, and eventually 60-day courses.

An annual program dedicated to these serious courses will make it easier for students to secure a place, and also free up the timetable in existing Centres for more 10-day courses, reducing the waiting lists for other students.