Meditation Retreat for Inner Peace and Tranquility in the Sierra Nevada Foothills

This 3-day meditation retreat is thoughtfully designed for anyone seeking genuine inner peace and emotional healing. Rooted in the universal teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda and his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda, the program offers a comprehensive framework for understanding your emotional patterns and redirecting your energy into clarity, confidence, and inner strength. The centerpiece of the retreat is the Full Circle Emotional Awareness Exercises, a guided process for working with 26 key emotions. You will learn to move through emotions with skill and self-awareness, rather than suppressing them or being ruled by them.

Each day begins with morning yoga and meditation sessions that are purposeful and introspective, drawing on Ananda Yoga and the meditation techniques of Yogananda. These practices are designed to bring energy inward, helping you tune into your inner self rather than expending energy outward. Following the sessions, you'll participate in workshops led by Nayaswami Hansa, a warm and insightful teacher with a background in business and technology, as well as decades of spiritual practice. Her guidance helps bridge the gap between a busy professional life and the inner life you are searching for.

Between sessions, you are invited to explore the expansive grounds—nearly 700 acres of forest, meadows, and walking paths. There is no performance required here; you can walk, breathe, sit by the lake, or simply do nothing. Meals are prepared fresh, featuring delicious vegetarian buffet options with organic ingredients, some sourced directly from Ananda Village. You will share meals with like-minded individuals on a similar quest for peace and self-discovery.

The retreat takes place at The Expanding Light Retreat, located within Ananda Village, one of the world's most enduring intentional spiritual communities. The quality of presence here—in the teachers, the staff, and the land itself—is palpable and often described as heaven on earth. Guests leave with not only practical tools but also a lasting sense of renewal and a connection to a supportive spiritual community.

What's included

- 2 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Group excursions/activities - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Parking - Wifi connection - Free copy of 'Achieving Inner Peace and Tranquility' handbook by Swami Kriyananda

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional treatments (massage, spiritual counseling)