The Art and Science of Meditation

A Spiritual Living Retreat 

“By the practice of meditation, you will find that you are carrying within your heart a portable paradise.”

~Paramahansa Yogananda

We invite you to this special retreat that will focus on deepening our understanding and practice of meditation as an art and science, taught by Paramahansa Yogananda and his Kriya Yoga lineage. Yoga meditation is universal and is rooted in the Raja Yoga of Patanjali Yoga Sutras, in the Bhagavad-Gita, and in various other yoga dharma. This retreat is designed for both new meditators and veteran practitioners, gathered into a devotional and concentrated silence in this sacred land of Song of the Morning.

Yogic scripture and teachings will be reviewed, chanting will be practiced to awaken devotion and deepen concentration, and meditation will be guided for greater depth. Naren will also be available for individual counseling and support for one’s meditation sadhana. Meditation posture will be reviewed. Be prepared to sit in silent meditation for at least one hour. If you feel an inner calling to join, have faith!—you just might be surprised by the divine grace flowing from the Divine and from the gathered devotees on this sacred land. There will be ample time in Nature and for personal reflection and quiet. 

Naren offers more than 25 years experience in meditation and chanting.

Lodging Fee: By clicking the Register Now button, you’ll be able to pay for your lodging, which includes the cost of meals and the retreat fee.

Retreat Fee: $150 helps make these programs sustainable far into the future and will be included automatically when you register for your lodging. Dormitory-style lodging is available for those on a budget, with a sliding scale for those in need. Simply reach out to our office for sliding scale and partial work-trade opportunities. 

What to Bring for Retreat:

-journal and/or notebook

-meditation shawl and a meditation cushion

-write down some any questions or doubts you have about your meditation practice

-bring inspirational quotes or passages about meditation that you would share with the group

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Art of Meditation Weekend Schedule

You’ll receive a full schedule at check-in. Times may vary slightly.

Friday

• 2 – 4 p.m. – Check-in

• 5 p.m. – Dinner

• 7 p.m. – Welcome and Talk on Meditation

• 8 p.m. – Guided Meditation and Chanting

Saturday:

• 8:30-9:45 a.m. Guided Meditation and Chanting (beginning with simple yoga postures)

• 10:00 a.m. – Brunch

• 11:30 a.m. – Spirit & Nature Experience (approx. 90 min.)

• 1:00 p.m. – Snack available in Main House

• 2 p.m. – Hatha Yoga – Domes (90 min.)

• 5 p.m. – Dinner

• 6:30 Meditation Posture Review in Lodge

• 7:00-7:45 Meditation Q&A (you can write questions in advance)

• 8-10 Meditation (break at 9pm, option to leave)

Sunday:

• 8:30 – Guided Meditation and Chanting (beginning with simple yoga postures)

• 9:45 a.m. – Closing

• 10:00 a.m. – Refreshments available in Main House

• 11 a.m. – Self-Realization Sunday Service Reading (75 min.) – based on the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda

• 1 p.m. – Sunday Community Dinner

Click the button on this page to register