Vipassana & Yoga Retreat: A Path to Deep Insight
Please note: at the moment we are running all of our retreats at Senda Loto in Santa Marta: www.sendaloto.com
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Embark on a profound exploration of the meditative path through this immersive retreat, centered on vipassana (insight) and shamatha (calm abiding) meditation. This transformative experience is supported by daily Q&A sessions, dedicated silent sitting periods, pranayama, and grounding Hatha yoga to relax and strengthen both body and mind.
Unlike approaches that aim to change or perfect who you are, vipassana invites you to make your experience of life more real — more grounded, clear, and awake. It’s not about becoming someone new, but about coming home to your true nature, which we like to call 'becoming real.'
Noble silence is observed throughout the retreat, with exceptions during classes and designated free time from 2 pm to 5 pm. For those who wish to maintain complete silence for the entire week, this option is also available.
Guided by Pema, founder of Senda Loto, along with our experienced mindfulness and yoga teachers, this retreat offers a rare opportunity for deep inner growth and spiritual awakening through authentic teachings of Tibetan Buddhism. Whether you’re ready to deepen your practice or are new but feel drawn to this path, we happily welcome you to join us.
"I went there for a week-long retreat and it was absolutely wonderful! The environment and surroundings are simply amazing to practice in! Pema's way of teaching and his advice were tremendously helpful to my practice and to deepen my spiritual path!" - Nick Ernst
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Daily Schedule
06:30 – 08:30 Yoga and Pranayama
09:00 – 10:00 Silent Breakfast
10:00 – 11:00 Silent Meditation
11:00 – 12:00 Study or Relaxation
12:00 – 13:00 Silent Meditation
13:00 – 14:00 Silent Lunch
14:00 – 17:00 Free time
17:00 – 18:00 Meditation Class
18:00 – 19:00 Questions and Answers
19:00 – 20:00 Silent Dinner
20:00 – 21:00 Silent Meditation
21:00 – 22:00 Study or Relaxation
22:00 – 06:30 Silence and Rest
Mindfulness and Yoga Retreat: Cultivating Inner Calm and Presence
This retreat offers a gentle yet impactful journey into the essence of meditation and yoga. While Senda Loto is dedicated to the profound wisdom of Vipassana, this program is designed to cultivate foundational mindfulness and calm abiding (shamatha). You'll engage with practical techniques to quiet the mind, reduce stress, and foster a deeper self-awareness, allowing insights to naturally unfold as your practice deepens. Supported by healing Hatha yoga and breathwork, it's perfect for beginners and those looking for a rejuvenating experience to integrate peace and clarity into their everyday life.
“A great experience and probably the best choice, especially for beginners, to create an excellent foundation for meditation and yoga.” — Peter Feser
Daily Schedule
06:30 – 08:30 Yoga class
09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 – 13:00 Free time
13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 17:00 Free time
17:00 – 19:00 Meditation class
18:00 – 19:00 Questions and answers
19:00 – 20:00 Dinner
20:00 – 06:00 Silence and rest