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    Go deep into silence and reconnect with your soul.

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    A quiet forest sanctuary ideal for silence and deep meditation.

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  • October 2026

  • Available Anytime
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    Personal Retreat

    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Step away for a few days—reconnect through yoga, meditation, and nature at your own pace. Leave refreshed, centered, and uplifted.

    Available Anytime
    Flexible Dates

    Secluded Personal Retreat

    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Reconnect with your source of inner peace in a sanctuary of stillness. Take time for meditation, reflection, and spiritual renewal, free from distractions.

    Karma Yogis at The Expanding Light Retreat seated in pronam, surrounded by nature and joy
    Available Anytime
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    Karma Yoga Ashram Experience

    With Kevala Ward, Sambhava Kirsch-Burke, Thomas Smith and Yogesh Lee
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States   +1 more

    Discover the joy of selfless service. Live, meditate, and serve in spiritual community while deepening your connection to your higher self.

    Available Anytime
    Flexible Dates

    Seclusion

    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Yogananda said “Seclusion is the price of greatness.” Step out of daily responsibilities and immerse in sacred solitude, silence, reflection, and individual practice–with one-pointed focus on your spiritual life.

    Oct 15
    October 15 – October 18

    Yoga and the 12 Steps

    Focus on 11th Step

    With Nayaswami Vivekadevi
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Deepen your connection with the Divine through yoga, prayer, and meditation. Explore the 11th Step as a living spiritual practice that brings clarity, guidance, and inner peace into daily life.

    Oct 22
    October 22 – October 25

    Supported Silent Retreat

    With Nayaswami Haridas and Nayaswami Roma
    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    With gentle guidance and support, you will be led through this silent retreat. It is an ideal experience whether you are new to silent retreats or already familiar with the practice of silence and seeking a refresher.

    Oct 23
    October 23 – October 25

    Spiritualize Your Life

    With Bhawani Isaacson and Yogesh Lee
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Discover how to bring deeper meaning, joy, and spiritual awareness into everyday life. Through yoga, meditation, and practical wisdom, learn to live guided by inner peace, purpose, and soul-inspired clarity.

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    Oct 30
    October 30 – November 1 First Timers’ Retreat

    First Timers’ Retreat

    With Bhawani Isaacson and Yogesh Lee
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    New to retreats? Enjoy a perfect mix of yoga, meditation, inspiration, and relaxation—all in a supportive and joyful setting.

  • November 2026

  • Nov 12
    November 12 – November 15

    Supported Silent Retreat

    With Bhawani Isaacson and Yogesh Lee
    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    With gentle guidance and support, you will be guided through this silent retreat. This is an ideal experience if you are new to silent retreats, or are experienced with the practice of silence and want a refresher.

    Nov 27
    November 27 – November 29

    Yoga Retreat: Awakening the Heart’s Gratitude

    With Shahla Simpler and Vidya Wells
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Open your heart in a spirit of gratitude. Through yoga, meditation, reflection, and devotional chanting, experience deep nourishment, joy, and spiritual connection.

  • December 2026

  • Dec 3
    December 3 – December 6

    Taking Kriya for the First Time

    With Devalila Veenhof
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    This 3-day program brings together all of the elements that will give new Kriya initiates a strong foundation to get the best results from the Kriya technique they’ll be learning on the weekend.

    Dec 10
    December 10 – December 13

    Supported Silent Retreat

    With Nayaswami Anandi
    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    With gentle guidance and support, you will be led through this silent retreat. It is an ideal experience whether you are new to silent retreats or already familiar with the practice of silence and seeking a refresher.

    Dec 10
    December 10 – December 13

    A Christmas of Inner Awakening

    With Nayaswami Krishna Das and Nayaswami Sagar
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Reconnect deeply with your higher Self through yogic Christ teachings, uplifting music, joyful celebrations, and nourishing food.

    Dec 29
    December 29, 2026 – January 1, 2027

    New Year’s Silent Kriyaban Seclusion

    With Devalila Veenhof
    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    This winter retreat is a favorite among Kriyabans. Recharge your practice and enter the New Year with renewed inspiration through twice daily guided Kriya meditation, personal reflection, and a fire ceremony at Ananda's Seclusion Retreat. For Kriyabans of all levels.

  • January 2027

  • Jan 28
    January 28, 2027 – January 31, 2027

    Awakening Consciousness:
    Living from the Inside Out

    A Weekend Retreat with Asha Nayaswami

    With Asha Nayaswami
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Are you longing to meet a fast changing world with greater courage, clarity, and faith? Join Asha Nayaswami for a weekend on what it means to live from the inside out.

  • May 2027

  • May 7
    May 7, 2027 – May 14, 2027

    Guided Kriya Seclusion

    With Devalila Veenhof
    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Enter a sacred pause to deepen your Kriya practice. Through guided meditations, silence, and seclusion on holy ground, reconnect with inner guidance, devotion, and the living presence of the Masters. For Ananda Kriyabans

  • December 2067

  • Available Anytime
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    Family Personal Retreat

    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Step away for a few days—reconnect through yoga, meditation, and nature at your own pace. Leave refreshed, centered, and uplifted.

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The Expanding Light Retreat
13930 Expanding Light Drive
Nevada City, CA 95959

The Seclusion Retreat
18443 MacNab Cypress Road
Nevada City, CA 95959

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