Wisdom Healing - A Contemplative Retreat

Date
August 23 - 25, 2024

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

For your safety and ours, we require proof of vaccination from all visitors and residents of Ratna Ling Retreat Center.  All participants will wear masks indoors, and some classes may be offered outdoors.  We wish to provide peace of mind for all of our guests.
"Do we have more potential than we acknowledge?"

Discover the profound wisdom of Tarthang Tulku as we explore his teachings through selected quotations from his writings and the practice of Kum Nye (Tibetan Yoga). The benefits of reading Quotes are immediate, powerful, and touching while delivering surprising insights and healing. This retreat will include the physical practice of Kum Nye, postures and exercises which nurture relaxation and inspire us to our full potential.  The combination of Quotes and Kum Nye awakens the body and mind, senses and heart.

All ages, bodies, and skill levels are welcome.

This weekend includes:

Nature Walk
Meditation
Tibetan Yoga
Discussion and Journaling

Each guest will receive a complimentary 4-book set of The Quiet Moment Collection: Breath, Inspiration, Contemplation and Compassion.

 

Feedback from former guests:

"I loved the grounds, the discussions and the opportunities to connect with others."

"Beautiful place, warm and friendly people, thoughtful programming, cozy accommodations and delicious food. Well done!"

" I liked the silence and Barry's leadership."

"I was looking for a retreat into meditation, relaxation, quiet and this suited perfectly."

"I liked the guided reflection and journaling."

"It was amazing, can't believe this much of a transformation in 2 days"

 
Schedule (Subject to change):

FRIDAY


3:00pm Check-in
5:30pm Dinner
7:00 - 8:30 PM Introduction and breathing exercise and gift of the new "Breath" book

SATURDAY - Day of Silence


8:00 am Breakfast
9-10:30 am Kum Nye Exercises and meditation
10:30 - 10:50 am Break
10:50am-12:15pm Kum Nye relaxation exercises and focusing on breath awareness
12:15pm Lunch
3:00-4:00 pm  A walk through the redwoods with attention to body and mind
4:00 -5:15 pm  Working with Quotes from Breath, discussion, journaling, and practice
5:30 pm Dinner
7:00-8:30 pm   Quotes and breath

SUNDAY


8:30am-10am  Visualization, chanting and meditation
10am Brunch
12pm Checkout
 

Getting Here

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Directions

San Francisco International and Oakland International airports are approximately three hours south of Ratna Ling by car. Alaska Airlines flies to and from Sonoma County Airport in Santa Rosa which is approximately 1.5 hours from Ratna Ling by car. Unfortunately, there are no shuttles that bring you directly to Ratna Ling, so it is best to rent a car or email us to support in coordinating a carpool with fellow retreatants.

Accommodation

14 guest cottages on 120 acres of property. Each spacious, quiet cottage has 2 private rooms, with high ceilings and a deck with a view. Cottages include jet tubs (or ADA shower), towels, deluxe linens, refrigerator, tea kettle, coffee/tea, kitchen sink/counter, diningware, dining table, and living room with a stove fireplace. Free wifi available and a landline telephone. Guests can choose to have an exclusive cottage for ONE person; a private room for ONE person in a SHARED cottage; or a cottage for TWO people. Any additional guest after TWO is $100 per person per night. Meals and classes included.

Per Person - Private Room in a Shared Cottage
For 1 person in a Private Cottage

Venue & Amenities

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Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
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Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
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Three miles from the beautiful Sonoma coast. Organic, vegetarian meals. 120 acres of redwoods, canyons, reservoirs, and wildlife. Sacred architecture timber cottages and communal spaces. Featured stupas, gardens, and temple empowered by Tibetan Buddhist Lama Tarthang Tulku Rinpoche.

Meals

Menu Types

All of our meals are organic and vegetarian, made with love and care. We provide homemade yogurt and granola for breakfast. Lunches and dinners always include salads or salad bar. Each meal is self-served on a buffet table.

Customer Reviews

4.86 out of 5.0 average rating

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Weekend retreat at Ratna Ling
My experience at Ratna Ling Retreat Center was magical and life changing.

From the moment I arrived onto the grounds, through the beautiful gated entrance, I felt a sense of peace and comfort.

Check in was done kindly, and effortlessly. Walking into our cabin (my two daughters and I), and noting the clean pristine environment, was much appreciated. It was very comfortable, and had everything we needed.

Meditations, with George leading, were easy to follow and helpful. His orientation, as well as his company during meals, was delightful.

The Tibetan movement class was relaxing, as well as invigorating.

The meals were delicious, healthy, and plentiful.

The staff were joyful and helpful.

The weekend was truly beautiful and special, and will be remembered always.

Thank you all for creating a perfect environment. I loved my time there and brought back lessons I have implemented into my daily life.

Eileen

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Beautiful and Serene
Ratna Ling was an oasis. The sense of calm that came over me during my time there was such a gift. The space, the food, the people. All came together for a truly wonderful stay in a beautiful space dedicated to mission and purpose.

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Relaxing every time!
This place is just amazing. The land is deeply imbued with peacefulness and quiet, the staff are always friendly and full of wisdom, food and accommodations are over the top amazing. I always leave feeling a deeper awareness of my true nature and sense of inner peace. THANK YOU!

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Wonderful, relaxing time
Ratna Ling is a beautiful serene space for you to connect with yourself and others. The cabins are comfortable and spacious and surrounded by beautiful forest. Beautiful classrooms spaces to learn. The food was delicious and healthy. Enjoyed our yoga retreat and the meditation class very much.

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Absolutely glorious
Our long weekend at Ratna Ling was a divine experience. Blessings abound in many forms at this wonderful site: natural beauty and peace and silent simplicity! The kind welcoming of staff makes it the perfect setting for healing on many levels. We’re so very grateful for being able to repeatedly visit Ratna Ling~🙏🏻✨

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