"Through the portals of silence, the healing sun of wisdom and peace will shine upon you."Paramhansa Yogananda
The silent meditation retreat was an amazing opportunity to unplug and rejuvenate in a nurturing, natural environment. To be amongst the trees and beautiful gardens was so satisfying to my soul and spirit. I feel reborn.Liz, Sacramento, CA
Experience the nurturing quality of a Silent Retreat in a supportive group environment where you can still your mind and rejuvenate your spirit. Our meditation gardens and wild forest setting provide the perfect backdrop for you to go deep into silence and re-connect with your true reality… the soul’s ever-existing Peace.
During your days of silent retreat onsite there will be:
*Three daily gatherings for meditation
*Instruction in Hong Sau- a timeless meditation technique that can help you still the mind and open yourself to your innate inner peace
*Optional evening activities
*Ample free time- for reading, hiking, journaling, and resting-to deepen and enrich your inner and outer experience.
*A 30 minute one-on-one “Check-in” meeting with the facilitator is available for each person.
*Delicious and Nourishing Vegetarian Meals
The retreat includes all meals from Thursday dinner through Sunday breakfast. Gluten and dairy-free options are available- please let us know if you have specific dietary restrictions when you register.
*At the conclusion of the retreat: Closing Circle
We will gather for a Closing Circle, which has been very meaningful to guests. You can share any experiences and insights, and the facilitator will share tips on how to nurture the inspiration from the retreat – and take the next steps on your journey.
Sample Schedule
FRIDAY
4-5 pm– Check-in
5:00 pm– Guided Sadhana (Energization Exercises, Yoga postures, Meditation)
6:30 pm– Dinner
7:30 pm– Gathering to enter into Silence
Evening– Guided Reading or other suggested or self-chosen activity
SATURDAY
Early morning– 6:30-8:30 am Sadhana (guests may leave early)
8:30 am- Breakfast
9:30 am– “Mystic in the Garden” tour
11:00- Meditation Class
Noon– Guided Meditation
12:30 pm– Lunch
Afternoon– Free time for Personal Reflection, Reading, Hiking, Meditation, or other self-chosen activities. Check-in appointments and Activity suggestions available.
4:30 pm– Sadhana
6:30 pm– Dinner
7:30 pm– Optional Evening Activity-Chanting Session, Guided Reading – or your own self-chosen activity
SUNDAY
Early morning-6:30-8:30 am – Sadhana
8:30 am– Breakfast
9:15 am– Closing Circle- Silence ends
11:00 am– check-out
(Optional Sunday activities at Ananda Village: 11 am Sunday Service, Lunch at Expanding Light Retreat, Crystal Hermitage gardens and shrines)
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What Others are Saying...
A place where you can connect with your Inner Peace, Nature and Higher Self. Everyone in this busy world of ours would benefit form a silent retreat at Ananda Meditation Retreat.Veronika Winski, Huntington Beach, CA
I discovered the value of not using my words, of being humbled through the silence to connect spiritually, and the value of taking in the joy of service and solitude. I feel strengthened, inspired and freed by staying connected in every moment.J. E., santa Rosa, CA
I came here because I needed to gain a sense of clarity and balance as I work to resolve some painful life experiences this year. Through the 3-day silent retreat, I was able to get in touch with a deep sense of peace and light within me.B.C., Reno, NV
Register online- or call 530-478-7557 or email us for more information.
