Learn How to Meditate Retreat
Techniques for Peace of Mind and Balanced Living
Not scheduled at this time.
Learn how to meditate for the first time, or if you already meditate, learn to bring more concentration and joy to your practice.
Develop your own meditation practice as central to finding inner peace and bringing greater balance into your life. As you strengthen your connection with your own center through meditation, life flows more harmoniously.
Your weekend will include:
- Instruction in a technique that builds your concentration and opens the door to inner peace and your own divine connection
- Ways to sit comfortably so your body is not an obstacle to inner peace
- How to begin a daily practice of meditation
- Ways to experience the benefits of meditation throughout your day
- How to keep your meditation practice fulfilling so that you want to continue
You’ll leave with the techniques and understanding you need to sustain a meditative practice.
Your weekend will include physical exercises to aid relaxation, and written lessons to help you get the best possible start on your meditation practice.
The tranquility of the surroundings will help immensely with your concentration and ability to absorb the information, in this sacred space.
Paramhansa Yogananda brought centuries-old, time-tested, scientific techniques of meditation from India to the West. The technique of meditation you will learn this weekend, he called "one of India's greatest gifts to the world."
This meditation technique is one of the building blocks on the path of Kriya Yoga, if you decide to further investigate this science.
During this weekend retreat, you have the best setting for learning how to meditate. At The Expanding Light's Northern California Retreat you’ll feel the uplifting peace of more than 40 years of people's devoted meditation practice. The welcoming and relaxed atmosphere here, the daily practice of meditation after yoga postures, the humor and joy of the staff, and the wonderful fellow students – all will help you relax and experience inner peace.
What guests say:
"Mukti’s Meditation class was amazing, I learned so much and all my questions about meditation were answered. Her teaching style is fun, well organized, and she made “learning how to meditate” so much easier. The class exceeded all my expectations and I can’t wait to return! —D.A., Santa Rosa, Ca.
"I had a wonderful experience in the Meditation class given by Mukti. She is enthusiastic and positive. Anything that was given to her in the way of questions or personal experience was validated. This made an atmosphere of love and acceptance." —K.T., Sebastopol, CA
“The Learn to Meditate Retreat was all one would hope it to be. Friendly people, great atmosphere, delicious vegetarian food. Our instructor, Mukti, was straight out of a storybook: spritely, sweet, and sincere. Best of all, it brought me through tears of joy back to center, something I haven’t felt in a long time." — A. Mills, Browns Valley, CA
"Thank you for opening my eyes, heart, and brain to meditation. Even though I didn’t know what to expect, I learned more than I could have imagined. Ananda is a magical spiritual place. I also learned about being spiritual, which I didn’t think I had in me. My hopes are to continue what I learned. I will keep you posted." —S. Schochie
"I just returned from the Learn How to Meditate retreat. I am meditating everyday, so far, and feel that a door opened for me. Thank you for all your dedicated work." — Christine E.
"Krishnadas is kind and compassionate. He exudes a peace that is contagious. He explained the techniques for meditation in a way I have never experienced before. I know I will be able to take the tools home and experience the same peace. Thank you!”
—Amber, Sparks, Nevada
“Krishnadas delivers the material clearly and with passion. The content is a good mix of philosophy and practical techniques.”
—Paul T, Piedmont, CA
"This program more than fulfilled my expectations. The immersion into the community at The Expanding Light made the experience much more than just a meditation class. Ganesha is kind, compassion
ate, and a wealth of knowledge, which he shared with joy."
—Suzan, Santa Rosa, CA
"The best thing was the simplicity of the technique and how it was taught. I have taken this class before elsewhere but being in Ananda Village helped a lot and felt great!" —P. Bijlani, Sacramento, CA
"The program greatly exceeded my expectations. I will be able to leave here with the confidence of knowing I can meditate at home or with an Ananda group." J. Flood, Lemoore, CA
"Ganesha was very attentive and generous with his knowledge and willingness to answer questions." M. Brown, Belfast, ME
Do join us! If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 800-346-5350.
This course will be taught by Nayaswami Krishnadas, Nayaswami Mukti, Nayaswami Sahaja, Nayaswami Maria, Kamran, or Ganesha.
In 2019, Kamran (April), Mukti (May, July, September), Krishnadas (June), Maria (October).
Learning Online Option:
For those who need the convenience of taking this course online, see our extensive offering of classes through Ananda Online. Click here for the Learn to Meditate series and a free Introduction to the Path of Kriya Yoga.
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Nayaswami Mukti
Inspirational teacher and retreat leader, Ananda Meditation Teacher, Ananda Minister and Spiritual Counselor
Nayaswami Mukti has been creating and leading a variety of inspirational retreats at The Expanding Light Retreat for the past many years. The themes and facets of her retreat programs reflect her own long-term and deep exploration to let every aspect of her life flow from a deep Kriya Yoga meditation practice. Her life has been one of uplifting service ranging from her full-time career as a speech therapist, to being a key member of the Ananda Music Ministry and to her out-reach to Ananda Meditation groups.
See all programs, articles, and full bio of Nayaswami Mukti.
No dates scheduled for Learn How to Meditate Retreat at this time.
Prices are all-inclusive and cover accommodations, meals, classes or activities, and course materials.
Learn How to Meditate Retreat starts the afternoon of the first date listed and ends with lunch on the last date listed. Check-in is anytime between 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. at our Front Desk. Your room will be available by 3:00 p.m. Dinner is at 6:30. The first gathering of your group is after dinner.
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You can add extra personal retreat days before and/or after your program. Check availability and costs for the days and accommodations that you require.
Learn How to Meditate Retreat starts the afternoon of the first date listed. It’s ideal to arrive before 4 pm, if you are able to. That way, you can join in the afternoon session of yoga and meditation, which begins at 4:45 pm. Dinner is at 6:30. The first real gathering of your group is at 7:30 pm. If you need to arrive here after 5 pm, that’s fine, but it helps us if you let us know at 800-346-5350. We can also put aside a dinner for you if you need to arrive after 7 pm. The program ends with lunch on the last date. Please see our Daily Schedule.
See Transportation and Directions whether you are coming by plane, car, bus or train. Our Frequent Questions page answers many of the questions you might have about How to Go on Retreat.
