Event Information
IN-PERSON Silent Meditation Retreat Location: In-Person at CSE

Embracing the Silence of the Soul
SILENT MEDITATION RETREAT
with Acharya Sundari Jensen
March 13-15, 2025
(Thursday Morning - Saturday Afternoon)

Fee: $80 IN-PERSON ONLY

**This retreat is for those who have a meditation practice. It is a local retreat and will not be available online. For those traveling to San Jose, you may apply for the overnight option at CSE. Accommodations are also available in the surrounding area. The main sessions of the retreat are in-person from mid-morning through the afternoon. For ease of accommodations and travel to the Center for commuters, morning and evening meditations are online from home.**         
                       

"The best shelter is in the silence of your soul." Paramhansa Yogananda

Join Acharya Sundari Jensen for a transformative journey into the heart of silence. This retreat offers a sacred space to quiet the mind and open the heart through deep meditation and mindful presence. Experience the profound peace that arises when we embrace stillness and reconnect with the Infinite Source of inner power.

Retreat includes:

  • Guided silent meditations throughout each day
  • Daily teaching and practice sessions with Acharya Sundari
  • Silent walking meditation and contemplation in the meditation garden
  • Nutritious meals to support your experience

This retreat is an invitation to step away from the noise of daily life and recharge your spirit in the embrace of silence.

Acharya Sundari Jensen came to the path of Kriya Yoga in 1992. She is a Senior Kriya Acharya and CSE’s Executive Director. Acharya Sundari regularly offers Sunday satsangs, retreats, and classes to support people’s authentic experience and expression of their innate divinity. She has developed an on-demand course on Samkhya Philosophy for Kriya Yogis. In addition, she is a certified Hatha Yoga teacher, Vedic Counselor, and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist.

      PARTICIPATION OPTIONS

      This retreat is for those who have a meditation practice. Attendance at all sessions is required. This retreat is offered in-person only. You can apply to stay overnight onsite and attend every session in person. We also offer a hybrid option to attend a portion of the retreat in person (including opening, morning, lunch, and afternoon sessions) and commute home. All morning meditation and evening sessions will be online only for those who are commuting.

      Overnight Lodging: Apply to stay at CSE overnight and attend all sessions in person. Limited space available. (APPLY HERE)

      Note: Retreat registration is required prior to applying for overnight lodging.

      RETREAT PROGRAM DONATION
      Your registration fee covers basic administrative costs. You will have an opportunity to offer a donation during the registration process or during the retreat.

      SAMPLE RETREAT SCHEDULE  (U.S. Pacific Time)
      Attendance at all sessions is required to participate. Schedule subject to change. 

      Thursday

      (3/13/25)
      9:00 AM

      Check-in
      10:00 AM

      In-Person Teachings & Meditation
      11:30 AM

      Lunch
      1:00 PM
      In-Person Teachings & Meditation
      Silent Walking Meditation & Contemplation in the Garden
      3:30 PM
      Break to Travel Home for Dinner and Evening Meditation
      6:30 PM
      Evening Meditation from Home (online)


      Friday
      (3/14/25)
      6:30 AM
      Early Morning Meditation from Home (online)
      10:00 AM
      In-Person Teachings & Meditation
      11:30 AM
      Lunch
      1:00 PM
      In-Person Teachings & Meditation
      Silent Walking Meditation & Contemplation in the Garden
      3:30 PM
      Break to Travel Home for Dinner and Evening Meditation
      6:30 PM
      Evening Meditation from Home (online)

      Saturday
      (3/15/25)
      6:30 AM
      Early Morning Meditation from Home (online)
      10:00 AM
      In-Person Teachings & Meditation
      11:30 AM
      Lunch
      1:00 PM
      In-Person Teachings & Meditation
      3:30 PM
      Retreat Concludes

        PARTICIPANT WAIVER OF LIABILITY
        This program includes one or more Meditation and Hatha Yoga sessions. By registering and participating in this program, you agree to the Participant Waiver of Liability.


        Available dates and times:
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