Journey into oneness through a practical exploration of the Yoga Sutras
Are you ready to take a meaningful step forward on your spiritual path? Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras offer timeless guidance for modern life, with practical wisdom that can support wise choices, inner peace, and lasting happiness. These teachings invite you to move beyond theory and into direct experience, helping you discover your own unique connection to your divine nature.
July 30 – Aug 2
At The Expanding Light Retreat
2-Day Retreat
All Meals Included
Twice Daily Yoga and Meditation
FREE book!
Where did these teachings come from?
About 2,200 years ago, the great spiritual master Patanjali outlined the path of Self-Realization in a clear, step-by-step way. His profound aphorisms, known as the Yoga Sutras, describe the universal inner process of yoga, or union. In this retreat, you’ll explore the eight-limbed path through introspective exercises, affirmations, visualizations, discussion, and meditation practices.
Learn how to:
What awaits you during this retreat:
Integrate the essence of yoga into daily life
Yoga is much more than physical postures—it is a complete way of living with presence, clarity, and purpose. Together, we’ll explore the wisdom of the Yoga Sutras and apply it in simple, practical ways that bring more calm, joy, and spiritual depth to everyday routines.
Deepen your meditation practice
Whether you’re new to meditation or looking to go further, the Yoga Sutras offer powerful tools for quieting the restless mind. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn how to access subtler states of awareness and make your practice more transformative.
Overcome the nine inner obstacles
From self-doubt to distraction, the mind can create barriers that keep us stuck. The Yoga Sutras identify nine common obstructions and offer methods for moving beyond them, helping you progress with clarity and confidence.
Cultivate spiritual attitudes for lasting growth
Real progress on the spiritual path depends not only on technique, but also on inner attitude. Together, we’ll explore the qualities that support deep, lasting transformation and create fertile ground for growth.
What’s included in your stay
Prices and accommodations
Serenity House
Inn-style lodging with twelve rooms and four shared hallway bathrooms. Most rooms have two twin beds, with queen or converted king options available in limited supply and by special request. Each room includes a bedside table, wardrobe, and mini split heating/cooling unit. Guests also have access to a centrally located lounge with a television, video player, and inspirational library, plus a small kitchenette with tea and a refrigerator for personal items.
Standard Shared — $424
Standard Private — $578
Harmony House
Each room has a private entrance, private bathroom, desk, mini split heating/cooling unit, ceiling fan, and hairdryer. These simply and elegantly appointed rooms reflect Yogananda’s vision of celebrating God through beauty, with each one decorated in the theme of one of the great world religions.
Ensuite Shared — $510
Ensuite Private — $750
Cabins
Cabins offer one larger, more private room than standard lodging. Guests share separate men’s and women’s shower houses about a minute’s walk away. All cabins have A/C.
Shared Cabin — $408
Private Cabin — $546
Tent/RV
Tent camping is available on varied campsites, and RVs are welcome year-round, though there are no RV facilities or hookups. All meals are included for tenters and RVers. Please note that food is not allowed in the tenting area, and there are no cooking or picnic facilities. Guests must bring their own tenting gear. Because this is fire country, no campfires, candles, kerosene lamps, or open flames are permitted.
Tent/RV — $346
All-inclusive rates
The rates above cover everything for one person, including lodging, a shared or private bathroom as applicable, three vegetarian meals each day, and full participation in the program. Extra charges apply for additional people.
FAQs
Do I need prior experience with yoga or meditation?
Not at all. This retreat is suitable for all levels, including beginners.
What is not included?
Airport transport, additional healing services such as massage or spiritual counseling, and extra snacks available in the community market.
Check-in and check-out
Check-in is 3 pm–5 pm, and check-out is at 11 am.
Travel note
The nearest airport is Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) is also an option, though less convenient. Both are about 1.5 hours away by car.
Your guides for the weekend
Nayaswami Sagar serves in Ananda’s Online Ministry and teaches on meditation, karma and reincarnation, and the yogic teachings of Jesus. He brings joy, creativity, and a spontaneous sense of humor to his work and to those around him.
Saiganesh is an Ananda minister and co-manager of Ananda Palo Alto. A clear and thoughtful speaker, he is passionate about sharing Kriya yoga and meditation. Raised in a traditional Hindu family in India and trained as an Indian Classical musician, he also brings strong technical experience to Ananda’s projects.
The Seclusion Retreat
Price
On request
Please contact the organizer directly for pricing information
Thu, Jul 30