For volunteering sign-ups ONLY: I will be able to help/support the following chores [can check multiple boxes as wish]: *

1A. I confirm that the information which I provided above is correct. I understand that the Mahāsatipaṭṭhāna Meditation Center is a non-profit organization and the meditation retreat is provided for the benefit of yogi like me. Therefore, I forfeit all responsibility from the Mahāsatipaṭṭhāna Meditation Center should there be some unfortunate event that may occur to me during the time that I attend the retreat here. *

1B. (For volunteers) I confirm that the information which I provided above is correct. I understand that the Mahāsatipaṭṭhāna Meditation Center is a non-profit organization and the volunteering works are for my benefits as well as the benefits to other yogis. Therefore, I forfeit all responsibility from the Mahāsatipaṭṭhāna Meditation Center should any unfortunate event may occur to me during the time that I volunteer and attend the retreat here. *

2A. I have reviewed in advance the meditation instructions, schedule, rules and regulations, as layout in Meditation Retreat Resources. I am committed to follow all the rules and regulations of the Mahāsatipaṭṭhāna Meditation Center, especially those that apply to the practice of meditation during the meditation retreat. *

2B. (For volunteers) I have reviewed in advance the meditation instructions, schedule, rules and regulations, as layout in Meditation Retreat Resources. I am committed to follow all the rules and regulations of the Mahāsatipaṭṭhāna Meditation Center, especially those that  relate to the mutual respects and cordial harmony among the venerable monks, nuns, lay devotees, and the community while serving. *

3A. I am willing to sign up to perform minor tasks that are posted by the center during the retreat. *

4A. As a meditator, I will turn in all electronic devices such as my cell phone, laptop, and iPad to the Center Office and refrain from using them during the entire retreat. I may ask my family or relatives at home to contact Bhikkhu Punna at (510) 637-9632 or email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Office in case of an emergency.*

5A. As a meditator, I will try to refrain from talking and to maintain noble silence during the retreat. *

6A. During the retreat, if my health condition or behavior creates difficulties for other yogis, I understand that the Center has the right to ask me to leave at any time. *