Re-Union Retreat: Calling In Rest: Embody, Imagine, Emerge
Oct 19 - 22, 2023
Calling In Rest: Embody, Imagine, Emerge
Our fifth annual Re-Union Retreat brings together family and friends, students and alumni, and past retreat and program guests to celebrate the rich teachings and beautiful example of the yogic life that Babaji lived, and the robust, supportive spiritual community that lives on.
At this year’s Re-Union gathering, we are calling in rest as a practice and seeing what emerges from the spaciousness that connecting your body and mind provides. Together, we will explore various “categories” of rest, including physical, mental, sensory, creative, emotional, social and spiritual. We will embody rest through self awareness, asking: what kind of rest do I want or need right now? We will give our imagination time and space to play, and we will be present for what emerges. And, of course, there will be plenty of opportunities to connect with old and new friends, supporting both our collective and individual journeys calling in rest.
Program offerings will include:
- sadhana (meditation)
- restorative asana (postures)
- community circles
- lounging
- artistic expression
- time in nature
- dance
- ritual
- time for connecting with old and new friends… and more!
Tuition & Fees
Tuition is by sliding scale contribution. Please pay what you can afford. Through paying a higher tuition, you help us to make this program more accessible to all.
Accommodations and meals for this retreat are offered at a 30% discount in an effort to make the program more accessible to all. See rate table & housing descriptions below.
Scholarships are available. We aim for this retreat to be accessible to all. Please email reunion@mountmadonna.org to request financial assistance.
Navaratri
This year’s Re-Union Retreat coincides with the nine nights of Navaratri and will be honored through additional events and rituals to be announced closer to the retreat.
What is Navaratri? Navaratri is a Hindu ritual lasting for nine days and nights, during which different forms of the Divine Feminine are honored. Navaratri at Mount Madonna celebrates the Ramayana, and this ancient Indian epic is honored and brought to life by performance of daily puja (offerings) to Ram and the reading of Ram’s story. The Ramayana tells the story of one of the incarnations of the Hindu God Vishnu, who took the form of a human (Lord Ram) to rid the earth of the terrible plague of darkness being spread by a great demon king named Ravana. It can be interpreted as both the tale of a god incarnated as a human to help alleviate suffering, as well as our own inner journey of awakening and confrontation with darkness representing our own ego. It culminates with Vijaya Dasami which means "victory on the tenth day."
Q: Sometimes I am in the position where if I would choose to do all of my worldly duties, I wouldn’t have time for sadhana or even sleep. How does one make the choice between doing duty and doing sadhana?
Babaji: Sadhana is also a duty. It’s a duty for your own liberation. Duties in the world are important, but you can’t put all your time in the world.
Q: Is there a universal duty of all human beings?
Babaji: Yes. To attain peace, to create peace, to dwell in peace.
Details
October 19-22, 2023
Onsite and Online
The retreat will be presented onsite and online (hybrid).
Re-Union Retreat Rates
Rates below are PER PERSON and have been discounted by 30% for all days of the retreat and include meals, lodging, and facilities use. Tuition is additional, by sliding scale contribution.
| Accommodations Type | Rate | |
| Ram Cottage #1 - Single (1 person/room, 2 rooms); Shared Bath | $772 | |
| Ram Cottage #1 - Double (2 people/room, 2 rooms); Shared Bath | $551 | |
| Ram Cottage #2 - Single (1 person/room, 3 rooms); Shared Bath | $562 | |
| Ram Cottage #2 - Double (2 people/room, 3 rooms); Shared Bath | $408 | |
| Conference Center - Single Room (1 person/room) w/ Private Bath | $590 | |
| Conference Center - Single Room (1 person/room); Shared Bath | $475 | |
| Conference Center - Double in Room (2 people/room) w/ Private Bath | $428 | |
| Conference Center - Double in Room (2 people/room); Shared Bath | $359 | |
| Conference Center - Triple in Room (3 people/room); Shared Bath | $289 | |
| Cabin - Single (1 person/cabin); Separate Shared Bath Facility | $410 | |
| Cabin - Double (2 people/cabin); Separate Shared Bath Facility | $343 | |
| Camp in Own Tent | $181 | |
| Camp in Own Vehicle | $181 | |
| Commuting | $153 |
Accommodations
Guest Rooms
These tasteful rooms, some with ensuite bathrooms, are located in our Conference Center where there is wifi, two lovely courtyards with expansive views, and a full tea bar available at all times in the Conference wing of the building. Single, double, and triple rooms are hotel-style. All beds are single size. Bathrooms and showers are centrally located on each floor.
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Rustic Cabins
These simple rustic cabins sleep 2 people and are located in our Oaks Campground. They are a short walk to the main area, but have a feeling of being more remote. Cabins have electricity and heat, but not wi-fi or indoor plumbing. All beds are single size. A separate shower house is nearby, offering private showers, dressing rooms, and flush toilets.
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Ram Cottages
The Ram Cottages offer easy access to the Wellness Center and many hiking trails. They are a short walk away from the central meeting buildings. Ram Cottage #1 offers two bedrooms, a small kitchen, bathroom, and shared living space with an outdoor deck. Ram Cottage #2 sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms and offers a kitchenette, and one shared bathroom. All beds are single size.
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Own Vehicle
Regular size parking spaces are available for your van, camper or other vehicle. There is no access to electricity. Showers and restrooms are available in campgrounds and Center buildings.
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Tent Camping
Developed campsites are available to you if you wish to bring your own tent. Sites offer access to showers and flush toilets.
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