[illegalmemory]

There are centers in India where many people pay for a very very similar concept. They are called "Vipassana" centers ( people are not allowed to talk also ). The whole idea is to detox ( no internet / mobile / even talking ), people collectively do Yoga, and eat/drink all natural food for a couple of days.

[debesyla]

Sorry, but shouldn't Vipassana be free..? I have been in few meditation camps in Europe for 10 day silent meditation courses (loved it), but I was told it was free by design..?

[illegalmemory]

If it includes stay, they generally charge some amount. ( Basically Stay + food )

[danielbln]

The Dhamma centers I've seen only ask for a donation in the height for what you would have otherwise spent on stay + food, and only ask for a donation if you complete the course.

[PedroBatista]

Opening one yourself and charge nothing should answer your own question.

[debesyla]

No need to be snarky. Even the Dhamma website (https://www.dhamma.org/en/index) describes it as free, donation based...