The Art and Science of Meditation 2026

A Spiritual Living Retreat 

“The soul loves to meditate, for in that lies its greatest joy: communion with the all-loving Spirit.”

~Paramahansa Yogananda

We invite you to this special retreat that will focus on deepening our understanding and practice of meditation as both an art and a science, as taught by Paramahansa Yogananda and his Kriya Yoga lineage. As a science, yoga meditation is universal and is rooted in the Raja Yoga of Patanjali Yoga Sutras, in the Bhagavad Gita, and in various other yoga texts. As an art, meditation is a relationship, deepening a personal communion with the Divine. 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.

During this retreat, we will review yogic scripture and teachings, practice devotional chanting as a form of yoga, check various meditation postures, and most importantly, meditate deeply with a group of sincere and committed souls. 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.

This Meditation Retreat is part of an annual three part series. Guests are welcome to join for one, or all three, in 2026 taking place in March, July, and November. Each Meditation Retreat is suitable for beginners and long time meditators alike, and will focus on a specific theme to help participants deepen their practice in a new way.

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

• Journal and/or notebook | For personal reflections and notes

• Meditation shawl and cushion | For your comfort during sessions

• Written questions | Any questions or doubts you have about your meditation practice

• Inspirational quotes | A favorite passage about meditation to 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

• 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Check-in

• 5:00 pm | Dinner

• 7:00 pm | Welcome and Talk on Meditation

• 8:00 pm | Guided Meditation and Chanting

Saturday

• 8:30 am – 9:45 am | Guided Meditation and Chanting

• 10:00 am | Brunch

• 11:30 am | What is Raja Yoga?

• 1:00 pm | Snack available in Mainhouse

• 2:00 pm | Hatha Yoga – Domes (90 min.)

• 3:30 pm | Personal time, journaling, and Nature walk

• 5:00 pm | Dinner

• 6:30 pm | Meditation Posture Review in Lodge

• 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm | Meditation Q&A (questions may be written in advance)

• 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm | Guided Meditation and Chanting

Sunday

• 8:30 am | Guided Meditation and Chanting

• 9:45 am | Closing

• 10:00 am | Light breakfast snacks available in Mainhouse

• 11:00 am | Sunday Service: Based on the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda

• 1:00 pm | Sunday Community Dinner

Click the button on this page to register