Immerse yourself in nature’s beauty at Ananda Meditation Retreat- a place to inspire your mind, body, and spirit! Join us for a nurturing and rejuvenating weekend of yoga in nature.

Communion with nature brings out the purity and stillness within and connects us to our highest selves. While practicing silence, bathe in the peace and joy of the nature gardens, receive instruction in ways to deepening your yoga and meditation practice, and experience the transformative healing exercises of renowned author and nature educator, Bharat (Joseph) Cornell.

On Saturday, join in an optional group hike to the Serra Buttes or continue your silent immersion in the retreat gardens; the day is yours! Regardless of the option you choose, you will come away refreshed and renewed!

During this retreat you will:

  • Participate in daily yoga postures and meditation classes
  • Nature activities that help still your thoughts and expand your awareness
  • Feel heart expansion through music in a group Kirtan
  • Have the opportunity to practice selfless service
  • Optional Hike to the Serra Buttes
  • Personal time for reading, walking and relaxation

    • If you would like a longer stay, there’s a place on the registration form to either add extra nights or come early for a personal retreat or seclusion.

Schedule

Thursday

3:00pm-5:00pm Check In
Hatha Yoga and Meditation
6:30pm Dinner
Opening Circle: Introductions and Orientation (Silence Begins)

Friday

Hatha Yoga and Meditation
8:30am Breakfast
Spirit and Nature: Inspired Guided Tour through the Gardens
Sharing Nature Activities
Noon Guided Meditation
12:30pm Lunch
Karma Yoga
Free time: journal, read, independent walks, contemplation, relax, absorb
Restorative Yoga
6:30pm Dinner
Kirtan

Saturday

*Option to join group for a day hike to the Serra Buttes OR stay at the Meditation Retreat and participate in the schedule below:

Hatha Yoga and Meditation
8:30am Breakfast
How to Deepen Your Practice of Yoga and Meditation
Noon Guided Meditation
12:30pm Lunch
Karma Yoga
Free time: journal, read, independent walks, contemplation, relax, absorb
6:30pm Dinner
Free Evening

Sunday

Hatha Yoga and Meditation
8:30am Breakfast
Closing Circle: Including Tips and Creative Ways to Continue Your Yoga & Meditation Practice at Home (Silence Ends)

Testimonies

Summer Yoga Program was exactly what I needed. I feel rejuvenated, rested, and restored. C. I., Oroville, CA
I came here not really knowing what to expect, I had never been to the retreat center before, but I came in with an open heart and it was exactly what I needed. Soothing, relaxing, welcoming; was wonderful! L. W., Santa Cruz, CA
An amazing experience every time I come here. I leave with new insight with every visit. M. O., Walnut Creek, CA