5-Day Satsang Intensive

This Satsang Intensive with Mooji is a powerful non-residential retreat in the heart of one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. It offers the opportunity to be immersed in the energy field of Satsang—of genuine introspection and contemplation, while still moving in your worldly activities. These five days are a compelling invitation to everyone who is called by the inner voice of the Heart to come to the full recognition of their true Self.

Mooji introduces Satsang as the most effective aid for true and lasting self-discovery. His presence, guidance and words encourage, challenge and never fail to illuminate. Satsang will take place twice each day, offering a supportive and loving space where Mooji answers and guides genuine seekers of peace and freedom into the direct recognition of the timeless Truth.

Participants arrange their own food and accommodation. Silence is encouraged to support the deep introspection offered in Satsang. While silence means to keep quiet externally and refrain from contact with those around us as much as possible, it also means to introvert our attention and rest it in Being.

Guidelines

This Satsang Intensive with Mooji is for those who are genuinely drawn to Self-discovery. This environment is not for the merely curious, but for those with a sincere commitment to participating fully and a willingness to adhere to the following guidelines, which are in full support of Satsang. By attending this event you agree to:

• Approach the retreat with the understanding that it is not a casual event—it is for true and lasting self-discovery. Please attend every Satsang of the Intensive and stay in the hall until Mooji has left the space.

• Present questions to Mooji in an open and honest way. Please also understand and respect that it is during Satsang that Mooji invites questions—he will not receive questions afterwards.

• Move in silence before, during and after the Satsang sessions and take all necessary interactions outside the building. Keep your interactions with others to a minimum so as to be immersed fully in Satsang. 

• Switch off mobile phones or tablets completely during Satsang. Even a muted phone can interfere with the sound system.

• Do not take photos or videos inside the hall. We have designated photographers and will post photos on the website.

• Wear modest clothing, avoiding tight, revealing or transparent clothes. Women are asked to cover their shoulders; sleeveless t-shirts with wide straps are okay. Men are asked to avoid sleeveless tops altogether. Knee-length shorts are okay for both men and women.

• Have your image and voice recorded and possibly used for the sharing of Satsang on DVD, mp3 and on the Internet. All recorded material will be used to serve Satsang only. Images of all individuals will be treated with the utmost sensitivity and respect.

• Ensure it is reasonably safe to attend the Intensive if you have a history of serious mental health conditions. If this applies, check with a specialist healthcare practitioner whether attending the Intensive is suitable for you at this time. Satsang is not a replacement for any therapy or other medical treatment or diagnosis. If you are currently receiving or have previously received any medical treatment or therapy for issues related to mental health, Satsang may not be suitable for you. More information can be found in the Physical and Mental Well-being FAQs.

• The use of intoxicants or recreational drugs is strictly prohibited for the duration of this Intensive.

We ask that everyone please watch these important videos before registering to attend this event: An Invitation to Freedom and A Simple and Profound Introduction to Self-Inquiry by Sri Mooji.

Location

The Coliseu dos Recreios is conveniently located in the picturesque Rua das Portas de Santo Antão in the heart of Lisbon. A beautiful and comfortable concert hall that offers excellent acoustics and accessibility, the Coliseu offers an ideal environment for being immersed in Satsang. 

As with other Satsang events, we will put in place an entry flow that will give everyone a chance to choose their preferred seating during some of the Satsangs throughout the five days. 

Address:
Rua das Portas de Santo Antão, 96
1150-269 Lisboa
Portugal

Languages

Live Translations are available and lovingly offered by a team of devoted, non-professional interpreters. It is very helpful for some participants to listen to Satsang in their native language, however please be aware that there is always the possibility that some of Mooji’s words or meaning is missing or not translated perfectly. Naturally, Mooji’s own, unfiltered words are the highest and most powerful transmission, but many have benefitted deeply from listening to the live translation.

LANGUAGE UPDATE! This Intensive will be translated into Portuguese, Spanish, Russian, Italian and French. 

Please make sure that you inform us that you need translation into one of these 5 languages when you register and you will receive further information about the translation service by email.

Requirements:
Smartphone or tablet
Compatible headphones
Installation of VLC player App for Android or iOS

Schedule

Check-In
Check-in for this event is at the entrance of the Coliseu dos Recreios on Wednesday afternoon and Thursday. You will receive a wristband when you check in, which is required to enter the venue. To ease the flow for the distribution of these wristbands, we have special opening hours during which you can check in and collect your wristband:

Wednesday, 12 June
14:00 – 17:00 

Thursday, 13 June
09:30 – 12:30 
14:00 – 17:00 

To collect your wristband you will need to present:
• Your ticket with barcode (printed or on your smartphone)
• Official ID: Accepted forms of ID are Passport, Driving License, National Identity Card

Your wristband allows you to enter each Satsang for the entire length of the Intensive. Please keep it on at all times.

5-Day Satsang Intensive Schedule
Satsang takes place twice each day, aside from the opening day which has one Satsang in the evening. Please come on time and be seated before Satsang begins. Doors will close 15 minutes after the scheduled start time for Satsang, and late arrivals may not be granted entry into the hall. 

Please note that the schedule is subject to change so please check back here closer to the date.

Thursday, 13 June
17:00 Doors open
18:00 – 19:30 Satsang

Friday, 14 June
9:00 Doors open
10:00 – 11:30 Satsang 1
16:00 – 17:30 Satsang 2

Saturday, 15 June
9:00 Doors open
10:00 – 11:30 Satsang 1
16:00 – 17:30 Satsang 2

Sunday, 16 June
9:00 Doors open
10:00 – 11:30 Satsang 1
15:00 – 16:30 Satsang 2
20:00 – 21:30 Bhajans

Monday, 17 June
8:15 Doors open
9:00 – 10:30 Satsang 1
14:00 – 15:30 Satsang 2

Ways to Join

There are two ways to participate in the Satsang Intensive. You can come to Lisbon to be in Mooji’s physical presence at the Coliseu dos Recreios, or you can join the Live Internet Broadcast through Mooji TV.

Attending physically at Coliseu dos Recreios, Lisbon
Being in the physical presence of a living Master and fully immersing yourself in the energy field of Satsang is a rare and blessed opportunity. Mooji’s loving and unfathomable presence itself can trigger transformation in one who is ripe for awakening. Although the Coliseu dos Recreios is a large venue, registering online in advance is essential.

Watching online via Live Internet Broadcast
If you are unable to attend physically in Lisbon, joining via Live Internet Broadcast is an excellent alternative. You will have access to the daily Satsangs in real-time, as well as to the additional scheduled events such as Bhajans. For Mooji there is no separation, no distance to those joining online and he sees absolutely no hindrance or disadvantage to your awakening in attending in this way.

Regardless whether you attend in-person or online, an Intensive is more than just the scheduled events, and it is highly recommended that you arrange plenty of quiet, contemplative time and space for yourself. The time you spend prior to and after Satsang is of utmost importance to allow the pointings to settle deeply inside your heart.

All the Satsangs will be recorded and made available to participants to view online and download for six months after the retreat. This access to streaming and downloads for six months is included in the ticket prices below. 

REGISTRATION AND PRICING

Attending physically at Coliseu dos Recreios, Lisbon

All tickets are general entry, meaning that seats are not allocated. Please read the Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) and Privacy Policy before purchasing your ticket.

Pricing

Single satsang session on-site at the Coliseu 
€35 / session ~ to be purchased at the venue ticket counter

5 days on-site at the Coliseu 
€ 296 ~ register below

A limited number of concession places are available for students, senior citizens and/or those who are unable to attend at the full price for financial reasons. Please email events@mooji.org for more information.

Important practical points – please take a moment to read carefully:

• During the registration process you will be redirected to the ticketing service of the venue (BOL) to make your payment.
• It is not required to register on the bol.pt page to purchase a ticket. Please scroll down to the bottom of the page to proceed without registering.
• If you encounter issues purchasing the ticket please contact the ticketing service and venue for support: ajuda@bol.pt, bilheteira@coliseulisboa.com, +351 213240585
• After you have successfully registered, you will receive a confirmation email which contains your ticket with the bar code.
• If you do not receive a confirmation email after registering, please check your spam folder. Please write to the ticketing service or the venue (see above contacts) if you did not receive any confirmation email.
• You can either print this digital ticket or store it in your smartphone. In either form you need to bring this ticket along with you on the day  you do the check-in, in order to receive your wristband for the Intensive.
• Please be aware that the tickets are non-transferable and cannot be passed on to be used by another person.
• If you wish to cancel your ticket please write to ajuda@bol.pt. The Cancellation Policy stated in the Terms & Conditions applies.
• For all other registration questions or issues please write to events@mooji.org.

Watching online via Live Internet Broadcast
Registration is via Mooji.tv and opens on 26 April at 11:00 (Lisbon time). 
More information can be found here.

Pricing
5-day via Live Internet Broadcast  
£95 GBP (Early bird price of £75 until 13 May, 2019)

Accommodation

Housing 
As this is a non-residential retreat, we remind you that you will need to arrange your own accommodation. You will find a range of housing options suitable for all kinds of budgets around the venue area. The venue is situated close to the following areas: Rossio, Restauradores, Cais de Sodré, Chiado, Av. Liberdade, Alfama, Marquêes de Pombal.

Food 
Food is not included as part of this event, so it is up to each participant to arrange their own snacks and meals. There is a range of cafés and restaurants close to the venue to choose from. No food is to be consumed in the Satsang Hall, but a bottle of water is recommended.

Travel

Coming to Lisbon 
By Plane
Lisbon Airport (LIS), also known as ‘Lisbon Portela Airport’ or ‘Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport’ is just 6,5km from the Coliseu dos Recreios, and 7km from the centre of Lisbon. The airport is very well connected by Metro, bus and taxi.

By Train
Many national and international trains arrive in Lisbon every day. The main station is Gare do Oriente (also known as Lisboa-Oriente). Other two major stations are is Entrecampos and Sete Rios. The closest national and international station to the venue is Lisboa Santa Apolónia. All the stations have direct bus and underground connections to the city centre. For more information on trains in Portugal please visit Comboios de Portugal.

Getting to the Coliseu dos Recreios
Bus routes
Buses that stop at the Coliseu dos Recreios are 1, 2, 9, 11, 31, 32, 36, 39, 44, 45, 46, 59, 90, 92. The stop is Restauradores.

Train
The closest urban and regional train station to the venue is Rossio.

Metro
The closest Metro stations are Restauradores (on the blue line) and Rossio (on the green line). It is a 5 minute walk from both Restauradores and Rossio to the Coliseu dos Recreios.

Directions to the Coliseu dos Recreios can be found on the map below:

Getting around Lisbon 

Lisbon Metro begins service at 06:30. The last train from the terminal of each line leaves at 01:00. You can find out more about this on Metropolitano de Lisboa. To use the Metro you will need to purchase a VIVA card when you make your first trip. It costs 0,50€ and you can top it up as you go.

Buses are also available day and night. Please visit Carris — Transportes-Lisboa. Buses accept VIVA card (see above) and cash.

Taxis in Lisbon are quite good value for travelling around the city and are convenient for tired travelers or late night arrivals. All taxis charge a €1,60 fee for luggage in the boot.  

Taxis de Lisboa: (+351) 218 119 000 
Lisbon Taxi: (+351) 916 053 420 
You can also use Uber or Cabify in Lisbon.

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