3-Day Silent Meditation Retreat

Leave the pace of everyday life behind and enter a deeply restorative retreat designed to support inner clarity, stillness, and personal renewal.

Located just a two-hour Amtrak ride from NYC, with pickup available at Hudson Station, this experience offers an accessible escape into calm.

A journey of awakening, expansion, and growth.

In only three days, you’ll explore the transformative power of meditation, silence, and yogic practices in a setting created for reflection and connection.

Each day follows a gentle, grounding rhythm, beginning with early morning meditation and continuing with nourishing meals, uplifting music, and inspiring workshops. Every element of the schedule is intended to help you return to yourself and what matters most.

A highlight for many guests is the guided forest walk, offering time in nature to settle the mind and deepen your sense of connection through quiet awareness.

Our schedule

FRIDAY:

4:00 PM - Arrival from 4 PM and Check in
6:00 PM - Introduction to Silent Meditation with Mantra
7:00 PM - Dinner
8:00 PM - Opening program
9:00 PM - Bedtime/Quiet Hours

SATURDAY:

7:00 AM - Mantra Meditation & Body Relaxation
8:30 AM - Morning Reflection
9:00 AM - Breakfast
10:00 AM - Workshop 1
11:15 AM - Free Time
12:00 PM - Introduction to Kiirtan Chanting & Meditation
1:00 PM - Lunch
2:45 PM - Forest time - guided nature walk
4:00 PM - Personal Time
6:00 PM - Kiirtan chanting and meditation
7:00 PM - Dinner
8:00 PM - Evening program
9:00 PM - Bedtime/Quiet Hours

SUNDAY:

7:30 AM - Mantra Meditation & Gentle Yogic Postures
8:30 AM - Morning Reflection
9:00 AM - Breakfast
10:00 AM - Workshop 2
11:00 AM - Closing Circle, Group Photo & Meditation
1:00 PM - Lunch
2:00 PM - Departure

Our food

Meals are lacto-vegetarian, with vegan options available, and are prepared with care to support a mindful retreat environment.

We place great importance on food as part of the retreat experience. Our chefs serve delicious, nourishing lacto-vegetarian meals and avoid onion, garlic, and mushrooms, as these ingredients are considered less supportive for meditation and yoga practices. Alcohol and drugs are not served or permitted on the premises. We hope you enjoy the healthy, satisfying food throughout your stay.

*Sattvic food: food that is good for the body and mind. All the staple food-grains such as rice, wheat, barley, etc.; all the beans, pulses, all fruits and roots; all kinds of vegetables, milk and milk products; all green and leafy vegetables

Exceptions: except masúr [an orange-coloured lentil] and khesári dal; except violet-colored carrots, white eggplants, onions, garlic and mushrooms; except leafy red puni and leafy green mustard.

All varieties of spices except garam masalá(1) and all kinds of sweets, can be taken.

Here are some additional tips for preparing for a weekend retreat:

Review the website or reach out for more information about the schedule, activities, and policies.

If you have dietary restrictions or special needs, please let us know in advance.

Pack comfortable clothing, shoes, and toiletries. You may also want to bring a journal, a book, and a meditation cushion.

Come with an open mind and a positive attitude. Retreats can be meaningful opportunities for learning and growth.

Take care of yourself by getting enough rest, eating well, and staying hydrated. It’s also wise to build in moments of self-care throughout the day.

Leave your phone and other distractions behind so you can stay focused on your well-being.

Financial Assistance for Attendees: If you’re interested in joining but facing financial hardship, special discounts and partial scholarships are available to help make participation possible.

who are the instructors?

Dada Rainjitananda, a senior Acarya and experienced yoga teacher, will guide the retreat with many years of expertise. For each retreat date, he will be joined by a varied group of experienced teachers, each contributing their own knowledge and skills.

where is it?

All weekend retreats take place at the Ananda Viplava Master Unit in Purling, NY, in the Catskills Region.

Upcoming events

28 Aug 2026 4:00 PM
Catskills Region, NY
3-Day Silent Meditation Retreat

18 Sep 2026 4:00 PM
Catskills Region, NY
3-Day Silent Meditation Retreat

23 Oct 2026 4:00 PM
Catskills Region, NY
3-Day Silent Meditation Retreat

04 Dec 2026 4:00 PM
Catskills Region, NY
3-Day Silent Meditation Retreat

Financial Assistance for Attendees: If you’re interested in joining but facing financial hardship, special discounts and partial scholarships are available to help make participation possible.