June 21, 22, 23 in Concord, MA

Experience deep summer serenity in the glorious Concord countryside! Refresh your perspective through a variety of soothing mindful practices, peaceful meditations, and outdoor experiences to access greater harmony, self-compassion and wellbeing. This (mostly) silent Summer Solstice Retreat for experienced meditators includes a variety of mindful contemplative practices for self-soothing, including:

• An evening campfire for friendly conversation and Full Moon contemplation

• Guided meditation as well as silent sitting, walking and moving practices

• Gentle, full-body yoga stretches to enhance flexibility and balance

• Mindful journaling, drawing or coloring for reflection and introspection

• Peaceful nature walks through forests and pollinator meadows

• Delicious, healthy meals Ayurvedically aligned with the summer season

Join 20-year Kripalu Faculty member and former Dean of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda, Larissa Hall Carlson, as she offers mindfulness, meditation, gentle yoga and creative artistry to celebrate the solstice. Larissa will be supported by mindful wellness educator, Lara Wilson, founder of Be Well Be Here. Deepen your meditation practice and mindful techniques as you release tension, harmonize disregulated systems, gain insight, and bring clarity to what serves you best. Return home refreshed and inspired to seek greater contentment!

• Friday, June 21 @ 7:00pm – 9:30pm Welcome! Moonlight Mindfulness by the Fire

• Sat., June 22 @ 8:30am – 8:30pm Still, Sound, Silent: Day of Practice & Wonder

• Sunday, June 23 @ 8:30am – 12:30pm Summer Solstice Integration

*Open to meditators who’ve experienced silent meditation retreats and have a dedicated practice. Limited space for personal connection.

*Yoga Alliance teachers are able to earn 18 Continuing Ed credits for this retreat!

$620 per person includes tuition, meals, snacks, coffee, tea and materials for all 3 days, plus a wellness gift bag.

Retreat does NOT include overnight lodging (see below for options):

The following overnight options are minutes from the retreat space, a private contemporary 7,000 sq. ft. residence on over 12 bucolic acres next to miles of Concord Conservation Land.

• North Bridge Inn: 21 Monument Street, Concord, MA

• The Colonial Inn: 48 Monument Street, Concord, MA

• Residence Inn by Marriott: Concord, MA

Cancellation policy: 100% refund up to 3 weeks before the retreat, 50% refund up to 48 hours before the retreat, 25% refund up to 24 hours before the retreat, no refund if less than 24 hours notice.