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California is a state located on the west coast of the United States, bordering the Pacific Ocean. California is the most populous state in the United States bordered by Oregon (N), Nevada (E) and across the Colorado River to Arizona (E), Mexico (S).

Retreat Centers with Scheduled Retreats


30778 Highway 18, Running Springs, CA 92382 Phone Number: (888) 678-6637

www.paliretreat.com

info@palimountain.com
Nestled in the tranquil mountains above Lake Arrowhead, our secluded 74-acre resort is surrounded by 2,000 acres of untouched beauty. At Pali Mountain, guests experience the heart and soul of nature firsthand, from clear sunny blue skies by day, to gorgeous sunsets at dusk ending with spectacular star-filled evenings - the ultimate California retreat.
Our facility comfortably accommodates up to 350 guests in either our Grand or Oak rooms. Guests enjoy the majesty of our mountain surroundings at any of our outdoor meeting areas, each situated in its own beautiful setting.

Our facility also features a swimming pool and outdoor spa, endless hiking and jogging trails, numerous sporting fields and courts, a large pond, and an unparalleled menu of exciting activities to choose from.

"This is by far the best retreat facility we've used over the past 4 years!"
Laguna Beach United Methodist



Sagrada Wellness
San Luis Obispo, California

Web Site: sagradawellness.com
Email: info@sagradawellness.com

Call: 805-550-7636


Yoga Retreats & Pilates Retreats in San Luis Obispo, California
with Sagrada Wellness

Revel in a back-to-nature feeling, while simultaneously enjoying the benefits of comprehensive Yoga and Pilates sessions, surfing, bodywork treatments and indoor/outdoor physical activity. Start your day with a morning yoga session, and end your day with an especially fulfilling walk, hike, wine tasting and healthy prepared cuisine. All welcome. See Retreat Details.



Seven Circles Retreat Center
49496 Hwy 245
Badger, CA 93603

www.sevencirclesretreat.org
info@sevencirclesretreat.org

(559) 337-0211

The mission of Seven Circles Retreat is to provide a secluded and comfortable space where people can gather for spiritual renewal, personal growth, and an opportunity to work together.


Amenities:

Accomodations: Seven Circles has ten carpeted bedrooms, each with its own newly remodeled bathroom with toilet, sink and shower. Sheets, blankets, towels, shampoo and soap are provided. Rooms have adjustable heaters and ceiling fans.

Meeting Spaces:
There are four indoor and three outdoor meeting spaces at Seven Circles Retreat.

Dining: Meal set-up in The Lodge is in tables of 8 or other configurations. Service is buffet or family-style. In warm weather, outdoor picnic tables can be used.


Visit us at Seven Circles Retreat Center for…

•group, family, and personal retreats
•marriage or couple retreats
•youth and children’s programs
•religious retreats (e.g, christian, catholic, church youth groups, etc.)
•workshops and training sessions
•executive or board retreats
•overnight guests


101 San Antonio Road,
Petaluma, CA 94952

http://www.noetic.org/earthrise/

retreatcenter@noetic.org


Welcome to EarthRise Retreat Center
Conferences, Workshops & Retreats — bring yours or attend ours!


EarthRise Retreat Center at the Institute of Noetic Sciences is a beautiful, semi-rural retreat center for multi-day group retreats providing sleeping accommodations for up to one hundred and twenty people in a mix of single, double, and couple rooming options.
The Institute founded a transformative learning center that provides a gathering place to explore ancient wisdom traditions, supports experiential learning, and engages in modern scientific inquiry. The campus is a place where we integrate theory and practice, science and spirituality, as well as renewal and retreat.


The EarthRise Retreat Center hosts its own transformative learning workshops, and hosts programs and trainings of clients, including some that invite open enrollment. Campus guests and the public are invited for frequent book readings, monthly drumming circles, and quarterly art opening receptions. The Art Space at Earthrise hosts exhibits that change quarterly, with the art available for viewing daily. The outdoor labyrinth is open for walking.




The Glen Ivy Center

25005 Glen Ivy Road
Corona, CA 92883

http://www.glenivy.org/retreat_center.php

glenivycenter@glenivy.org


The Glen Ivy Center provides a unique opportunity for relaxation, rejuvenation and spiritual renewal.
Situated on 60+ acres adjacent to The Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa and the Cleveland National Forest, this retreat appeals to both the nature lover and the spa lover.
Click here for upcoming events


"Deer Springs preserves the natural environment. Looking out on the forest and hills is relaxing and causes one to reflect on the beauty of God's creation."
UCI student and Visitor
Situated on 40 lush acres in the majestic mountains of Southern California, bordering the San Bernardino National Forest and only minutes from Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear.
At DeerSprings, we are very pleased to welcome our guests to a lovely retreat center, with a fantastic view and untouched beauty.


People of all ages immerse themselves in the quiet beauty of this natural setting.
With 2 furnished mountain cabins and a large meeting room, our accommodations will comfortably suit all your relaxation, recreation and spiritual needs.

Our Cabins: The Cove comfortably sleeps up to 30 people and Whitney sleeps up to 30 as well.

In all seasons, the view is breathtaking!

Our rates are the best, or we'll meet or beat any price!

Info/Reservations: 714-269-3989

or email us at deerspringsretreat@yahoo.com

More details on our website - www.deersprings.com

Retreat Location: 31675 Highway 330, Running Springs, CA 92382


Mary & Joseph Retreat Center
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
310-377-4867 x256

jnowinski@maryjoseph.org
www.maryjoseph.org



Welcome to the Mary & Joseph Retreat Center

Join us for some time away from the daily grind ~ step back from the everyday and view your world from a new perspective. On weekdays and weekends, individuals and groups gather at this center on the hill” for a brief respite from their personal cares and worldly pursuits. They find a peaceful, inspirational environment, conducive to thoughtful exploration of both spiritual and temporal matters. At our center you will experience 8 acres of scenic beauty located on a hilltop in on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. We offer meeting rooms, overnight and dining accommodations.

Attend one of our retreats and workshops
Day Programs, Weekend Retreats, Extended Retreats and Ongoing Programs.

At Mary and Joseph Retreat Center we offer a variety of sponsored retreats. These are organized by our Center and we provide presenters. These include themes that are spiritual/religious in nature such as contemplative and scriptural retreats, personal development workshops and retreats, recovery retreats for 12 Step participants and other topics related to faith growth and transformation."

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Peace Awareness Labyrinth & Gardens is a place where people can be in retreat without leaving the city of Los Angeles. Come and walk the hand-carved stone outdoor labyrinth, find peace and quiet in the meditation garden, or chant the names of God in the Sacred Tones Workshop. Visit our Event Calendar
Peace Awareness Labyrinth and Gardens is conveniently located one block south of the 10 Freeway in Los Angeles, between the Crenshaw and Arlington exits. Call or email us for information and registration for events, tours, walking the Labyrinth, and for further directions. For more information about group programs contact Carol Jones, Program Director


Phone: (323) 737-4055 ext. 124
Email: programs@peacelabyrinth.org

Click here for upcoming retreats


Mercy Center
Burlingame CA
www.mercy-center.org
email
Telephone (650) 340-7474

Mercy Center is known worldwide for its pioneering work in spiritual direction, Taize prayer and East-West meditation. Other popular programs include Centering Prayer training, Men’s Retreats, programs in Spanish and a monthly Speaker Series.

A complete calendar of our offerings can be found at www.mercy-center.org


El Carmelo Retreat House
P.O. Box 446
Redlands, CA 92373

Telephone: (909) 792-1047
E-mail: ElCarmelo@juno.com


A complete calendar of our offerings can be found at www.elcarmelo.org/schedule.html



Spiritual Meditation Retreats

Center: Amphitheatre of the Redwoods At Pema Osel Ling
Link - www.polmountainretreat.com/
City: Santa Cruz, CA
Telephone: 831 761 6266
Retreat Email: events@polmountainretreat.com

Located on 104 acres of redwoods we offer a place of retreat and renewal with Traditional Tibetan practices. Also available for other events.

Our faciilities are available for weekend and weekday destination weddings. We also have options for one-day weddings.

We host a myriad of group events. Once an event has been hosted at Amphitheatre of the Redwoods At Pema Osel Ling they come back year after year.


Anubhuti Meditation & Retreat Center
820 Bel Marin Keys Blvd
Novato, CA 94949

Anubhuti Meditation and Retreat Center provides an environment of spiritual hospitality. We invite people from all walks of life and of all faiths to explore the inner values and strengths that enable them to lead fulfilling and productive lives. We offer weekend residential retreats, workshops, one day retreats, and weekly classes in spiritual awareness, meditation and the practical application of spirituality.

The Retreat Center sits on top of a hill near the San Francisco Bay. Surrounded by protected open space, water and a nature preserve, it has a full 360° degree view. The vistas create a perfect standpoint to see the inner viewpoints within the self. Accommodation at the retreat center is comprised of shared bedrooms set among landscaped gardens with spectacular views of the Bay, Novato creek and the rolling hills of Marin County.

Anubhuti offers a variety of retreats as well as classes, workshops, and programs . Courses in Meditation are offered as well as a variety of workshops and programs.

Topics include Positive Thinking, Stress Free Living, Self Managing Leadership and Self Esteem. Attending one of these offerings provides an opportunity to spend time in the spiritual and tranquil environment of Anubhuti Meditation and Retreat Center and enjoy hearing from experienced meditation teachers.

All the retreats are led by experienced facilitators and teachers of meditation. They give their time freely to help others see the inner changes which are necessary to cultivate a deeper contentment, and a greater joy, in an often chaotic world. Our retreats offer relevant ways for people to explore and understand their own spirituality.

Each retreat is an opportunity to explore the deepest insights into the true nature of our being, review the purpose of our life, and to learn practical methods to sustain calm and clarity in everyday living. Weekend meditation retreats offer a spiritual oasis, while gatherings of specific professional groups are sensitively designed to explore spiritual values and their application in the workplace.


Anubhuti, meaning “to experience,” is located 25 miles north of San Francisco in
Marin County. This meditation and retreat center is operated by the Brahma Kumaris.

Click here for upcoming retreats


www.expandinglight.org l 800-346-5350

Join us at The Expanding Light, situated within Ananda Village, one of the most successful intentional communities in the world - celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2008. Walk our 700 acres in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Enjoy lovingly prepared vegetarian meals in the company of others on retreat, Expanding Light staff and Village residents.

Learn ancient and effective techniques to expand your own sense of harmony and gain an increased sense of God’s loving presence in your own life. People of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome and respected.

Select from a long list of planned programs and events, or fashion your own personal retreat.


Highlighted Retreats


Sagrada Wellness
San Luis Obispo, California

Web Site: sagradawellness.com
Email: info@sagradawellness.com

Call: 805-550-7636


Yoga and Pilates Retreats
September 2-5, December 28-January 1, 2012

Revel in a back-to-nature feeling, while simultaneously enjoying the benefits of comprehensive Yoga and Pilates sessions, surfing, bodywork treatments and indoor/outdoor physical activity. Start your day with a morning yoga session, and end your day with an especially fulfilling walk, hike, wine tasting and healthy prepared cuisine. All welcome. See Retreat Details.




The Glen Ivy Center

25005 Glen Ivy Road
Corona, CA 92883

http://www.glenivy.org/retreat_center.php

glenivycenter@glenivy.org


“THE OPENING”
a Workshop in Practical Spirituality

February 5-12, 2012 at The Glen Ivy Center

The Opening is designed to maximize your ability to apply spiritual principles in a practical grounded way. It includes presentations of life principles (self-discovery, purpose, accurate thinking, forgiveness and more) with experiential activities to deepen understanding and apply theory in experience.

The facilitators, Rich and Mary Ann Kenny, are committed to freedom and creativity. For over 14 years, they have created and led workshops in the United States, Canada, Mexico, South Africa and England.

The cost of the workshop is $950, which includes accommodations and meals. Contact The Glen Ivy Center for details and a registration form. Call 951 277-8701 or visit our website www.glenivy.org

Visit our website www.glenivy.org



  • August 25, 2012
    A Weekend Within
    ~ Yoga & Meditation Retreat
    Santa Barbara, CA
    For more information please click here

  • October 26-28, 2012
    An Emotional Healing Experience
    San Diego, CA
    For more information please click here

Is the path you’re on leading you to greater peace, harmony, laughter and love?
When was the last time you took time out to nurture the most important person in the Universe? YOU! Are you feeling under pressure? Are you uncertain about the direction your life is heading? You’re not alone. During this time of uncertainty, a retreat is the perfect place to find solace, deep connection and refreshment for your soul. When you attend an Emotional Healing retreat positive shifts begin to occur in the most powerful place possible…within.



When It's Time to Follow Your Life's True Genius
Rated TOP 10 Spiritual retreats in the World: SoulArts
with Author Ronda LaRue






Anubhuti Meditation & Retreat Center
820 Bel Marin Keys Blvd
Novato, CA 94949


Full Calendar here


Mercy Center
Burlingame CA
www.mercy-center.org
email
Telephone (650) 340-7474


  • Centering Prayer: Training and retreats in the tradition of Fr. Thomas Keating


Peace Awareness Labyrinth & Gardens is a place where people can be in retreat without leaving the city of Los Angeles. Come and walk the hand-carved stone outdoor labyrinth, find peace and quiet in the meditation garden, or chant the names of God in the Sacred Tones Workshop.

Peace Awareness Labyrinth & Gardens
3500 West Adams Boulevard,
Los Angeles, CA 90018

www.peacelabyrinth.org

programs@peacelabyrinth.org

(323) 737-4055 ext. 124


  • A SATURDAY AFTERNOON AT THE LABYRINTH
    2nd Saturday of each month through 2011 - 12:00-4:00pm

Labyrinth Instructions available
Prana Café Open with lighter fare for sale
Receive a Complimentary Journal

"Let go completely and freely, that you may find the one you have been looking for all along. God is awaiting your presence.” -John Morton, D.S.S.

Take Time for Yourself. Spend a Day Exploring Your Soul -- and Relax, Breathe, and Let Go. You can journal in our meditation garden, with over 16 water fountains tucked away, restoring you with their peaceful sounds. Or unwind as you explore and walk the labyrinth. Find the beauty and peace within as you experience the beauty and peace of nature without. Tap into the peace and Spirit that is always present. And treat yourself to delicious fare. You'll leave refreshed & rejuvenated!

Events' brochure available here

Visit our Event Calendar



La Casa de Maria
800 El Bosque Road
Santa Barbara, CA 93108

www.lacasademaria.org
shawne@lcdm.org

tel: (805) 969-5031



  • Contemplative Practices: ONGOING
    Weekly Centering Prayer Meditation:
    Tuesdays, 10:30 am - 11:30 am
    Wednesdays, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

    Weekly Mindfulness Meditation:
    Thursdays, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
    All levels are welcome. Each session combines a time of silence as well as guided meditation and will conclude with the traditional Metta (Loving Kindness) practice.


Veriditas
101 San Antonio Road
Petaluma, CA 94952

phone: 707-283-0373
contact@veriditas.org
www.veriditas.org




Follow Your Heartsong to Happiness
An Intimate Women's Retreat in Santa Barbara, California

Experience the Joy of Finding and Following Your Heartsong

Web Site

Location: The Eagle Inn,West Beach CA

805-569-2564




Souldrama®
Awaken Your Higher Purpose!

Putting Spirituality into Action Training for MFT's, Treatment Centers, Clinicians, and Interventionists in 12 Step Programs

http://www.sandamiano.org/



www.expandinglight.org l 800-346-5350


Complete calendar available here



P.O. Box 88898
Los Angeles, CA 90009

healyourhunger.com

Tricia@HealYourHunger.com

310-281-8831





Michael & Raphaelle Tamura
Seraphim at Mt. Shasta


404 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. #138
Mt. Shasta, CA 96067
www.michaeltamura.com

contact@michaeltamura.com

To Register: Call our office at (530) 926-2650


Michael and Raphaelle Tamura offer unique psychic and spiritual training in many types of teaching formats, including: TeleSeminars, workshops, All-Day Seminars and Retreats.
Click here for our complete calendar of Events


Mary & Joseph Retreat Center
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
310-377-4867 x256

jnowinski@maryjoseph.org
www.maryjoseph.org



Spiritual Meditation Retreats
Amphitheatre of the Redwoods At Pema Osel Ling
Santa Cruz, CA

www.polmountainretreat.com

events@polmountainretreat.com

831 761 6266


Over the years POL has hosted spiritual retreats of all traditions including Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Sufi, Jewish, Taoist, and others. We also host yoga, meditation, chi gong, women’s spiritual gatherings and other New Age events.


Sunburst Sanctuary
PO Box 2008, Buellton, California 93427

Phone: 805-736-6528 • Toll free: 888-689-0352

sunburstonline.org

ContactUs@SunburstOnline.org



"God is alive, and can be felt, known and seen, face to face, right within you."

—Norman Paulsen


For know, all healing comes from within. And the application of vibrations, of medicinal properties, mechanical applications or massages only attune the vibrations of the body in such measures as to awaken them to the divine within. 1198-2

www.caycegoldengate.com

Basic Listings
Date: Friday, Dec 30-Sunday, Jan 1

Event title: Light & Renewal Meditation Weekend

Location: Sunburst Sanctuary, Lompoc, CA

Contact: 805-736-6528


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