Family Camp

Join us for a summer camp experience where family connection, playful adventure, and Dharma come together in a meaningful way. This year’s theme centers on The Four Immeasurables — loving-kindness, compassion, empathetic joy, and equanimity — with these qualities woven into the programming for every age group. Activities are designed for all generations, with experiences for children, teens, parents, and the whole family. It’s a chance to step away from the pace of daily life, reconnect with one another, spend time in nature, and return home feeling refreshed and energized.

Camp Activities & Adventures

Bring your family together for a week of connection, learning, and shared exploration. The program includes:

• Campfire Circle: Songs, drumming, and Dharma beneath the stars.
• Time in the Wild: Time on the land, hiking, hot springs, and a Wilderness Quest for teens.
• Movement & Creativity: Yoga sessions, art projects, and collaborative games for all ages.
• Family Dharma: Engaging talks and meditation practices that everyone can participate in.
• Parent Circle: Dedicated conversations and community for adults.

The Teen Wilderness Quest: A Rite of Passage

Teens will take part in a classic camp-style adventure that includes teen-only time in nature and an optional overnight solo experience. This is a supported journey, not simply time alone. With several days of preparation from their guides, followed by integration activities, teens are thoughtfully supported as they explore inner resilience and their relationship to the world around them. Most of their time will be spent with their guides at Tara Mandala and on the land, with the experience beginning in a heartfelt send-off and ending in a celebratory reunion with their families.

Who Can Join?

This camp is open to participants ages 4 and up. Parents may also bring children ages 0–3, who must remain with a parent or caregiver at all times.

Program Tuition (per person)

• $485 / $365 Adults (aged 20+) Standard Tuition / Community Supported Tuition
• $445 / $325 Teens (Aged 13 – 19) Standard Tuition / Community Supported Tuition
• $395 / $285 Kids (aged 4 – 12) Standard Tuition / Community Supported Tuition
• Children under 4 years old may attend free of charge. Caregivers may register as "Adult."

Room and Board (per person)

• $90 Commuting
• $120 Camping
• $150 Dorm Yurt
• $240 Prajna Double Twin
• $420 Prajna Single Queen

Financial assistance options are available, and scholarship applications may be submitted for consideration.

Each family member must complete a separate registration. Please contact the Registrar with any questions or for assistance.

Installment Payment Plan Option at Registration

Tara Mandala aims to make its programs as accessible as possible, recognizing that each person’s financial circumstances are different. During registration, participants may choose to pay in full or select the Installment Payment Plan. Those choosing the installment option will pay a 25% deposit at registration, and the remaining balance will be automatically divided into equal monthly payments. The final payment is due 14 days before the program begins. If registration happens close to the start date, additional arrangements can be made. For questions or special requests, the Finance Team is available to help.

Offering dana to the Teacher

Dana, meaning “generosity,” is the traditional offering made to a teacher as an expression of gratitude, appreciation, and reciprocity for receiving the teachings. Guidance on offering dana will be shared during the program. The suggested dana for this program is $140–$420 per person.

Tentative Schedule

This schedule offers an overview of the retreat flow. Activities and timing may be adjusted before or during the retreat. All times are Mountain Time.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

• 5:00 pm: Orientation
• 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm: Dinner & Karma Yoga
• 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Opening Gathering

Monday, July 20 to Friday, July 24, 2026 (Daily Schedule)

• 7:00 am – 8:00 am: Morning Practice
• 8:00 am – 9:30 am: Breakfast & Karma Yoga
• 10:00 am – 12:45 pm: Teaching Session
• 1:00 am – 2:30 pm: Lunch & Karma Yoga
• 3:30 am – 5:45 pm: Teaching Session
• 6:00 am – 7:30 pm: Dinner & Karma Yoga
• 8:00 am – 9:00 pm: Evening Practice

Saturday, July 25, 2026

• 8:00 am – 9:30 am: Breakfast
• 10:00 am – 1:00 am: Closing
• 1:00 am: Lunch & Departure