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Tara Frances

Tara Frances  is a co-founder and was a major sponsor in the establishment of the Centre. She has practised vipassanā meditation for 30 years in Burma, Nepal and Australia, with Sayādaw U Pandita, the senior disciple of Mahāsī Sayādaw, and other senior teachers.

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Upcoming Programs by Tara Frances

Introduction to Metta - Weekend

Also with Venerable Virañani

August 1 - 3, 2025
The practice of loving-kindness (mettā bhāvana) aims at the cultivation of a loving, benevolent attitude towards all living beings. Since the time of the Buddha, this form of meditation has been used as a practice in itself, and as a support for the development and deepening of insight. ***This weekend retreat is ideal for first time meditators***

Two Week Metta Retreat & Introductory weekend

Also with Venerable Virañani

August 1 - 17, 2025
The practice of loving-kindness (mettā bhāvana) aims at the cultivation of a loving, benevolent attitude towards all living beings. Since the time of the Buddha, this form of meditation has been used as a practice in itself, and as a support for the development and deepening of insight. ***This course starts with the introductory weekend and is followed by two weeks of intensive practice. It is ideal for experienced meditators new to metta practice, but is also suitable for yogis with metta experience as well as first time meditators.***

Long Weekend Retreat

October 3 - 6, 2025

This retreat is an opportunity to develop an experiential understanding of Insight (Vipassana) and Loving Kindness (Metta) meditation in a supportive environment, and explore how these practices can support you in daily life. The retreat is suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators.  

Easter Retreat

April 3 - 6, 2026

This retreat is an opportunity the to develop an experiential understanding of Insight (Vipassana) and Loving Kindness (Metta) meditation in a supportive environment, and explore how these practices can support you in daily life.