Located along the beautiful St. Sebastian River, and just 15 minutes from the Atlantic Ocean, Kashi's 80 acres of rural Florida allows for quiet, contemplative walks in nature. The Kashi pond, our Ganga, is the spiritual heart of the ashram. The temples surrounding it represent many religious traditions and are open for meditation.
Our studio space is tucked away in a serene area of the ashram, under the tall pines. Beautifully lit with natural sunlight, this space is perfect for yoga and meditation groups, or simply for large group gatherings. The studio includes convenient shower facilities on-site. Additional studio space is also available next door for groups that would like to meet in multiple locations concurrently. Spacious outdoor designated area is available for Yoga, Tai Chi or Qi-Gong practice.
Gourmet vegetarian food prepared in the Ashram kitchen.
Most lodging is dormitory style. Semi private rooms are available on a limited basis. All accommodations have shared baths.
In addition to the beautiful buildings and grounds Kashi can also provide massage, reflexology or Reiki treatment for your group.
Faith
Hindu / Indian Traditions:
Hindu (no specific type), Yoga (no specific type)
Interfaith:
Interfaith (no specific type)
Open to All:
Open to All
Mission/Lineage: Kashi is an interfaith spiritual community founded by Ma Jaya in 1976. We embrace all paths and traditions, providing sanctuary where the goodness of all faiths and one's own expression of God is honored. Our teachings focus on kindness, compassion and service in the tradition of Neem Karoli Baba. Ma Jaya has introduced a line of yoga called Kali Natha Yoga which is taught at Kashi and other Kashi Ashrams..
Average Cost: $$
Room and board is $85/per person per day. Studio rental cost is additional to this.
Environment: Lake / Pond, Ocean / Beach, River / Stream, Rural, Tropical, Woods
Gay Friendly: Yes!
Restrictions: No Smoking
Environmentally Sustainable:
Yes!
Developing organic garden for kitchen. Kashi honey grown on site. We recycle and use recyclable products whenever possible.
Language: English
Overnight Guest Capacity (defined as):
40
Meeting Space Capacity (defined as):
75
Dates Closed to Groups: August
Meeting Rooms:
| Room Name | Square Feet | Capacity | Description |
| Shirdi Yoga Studio | 800 | 75 | Carpeted, windows look out onto tall pines, suitable for up to 35 for yoga, sitting for up to 75. On site bathrooms & shower. |
| Shirdi Studio Annex | 675 | 55 | Carpeted,windows look out onto pines. Suitable for yoga and meetings. Sink and running water for massage and other therapeutic modalities. |
Groups Served: 12 Step / Addiction / Recovery, Arts / Crafts, Business, Church / Faith / Religious, Educational, Families, Health / Healing, Lesbian / Gay, Meditation Groups, Mens Groups, Music, Nature / Adventure, Non-profit, Peace / Justice, Personal Development Groups, Reunions, Silent, Weddings, Womens Groups, Writing, Yoga Groups, Youth Groups
Amenities: AV Service, Carpet, Chapel / Temple, Gardens / Outdoor Space, Labyrinth, Massage Services, Meditation Hall, On-line / Internet Access, Swimming Pool / Lake, Walking/ Hiking Trails, Wellness Services, Yoga Classes
Special Features: Daily yoga classes on site. Service/seva opportunities on and off site. Ma's India Spiritual Gift Store on site. Gourmet vegetation meals served daily. Spiritual community has been founded in 1976 by spiritual leader, Ma Jaya, who resided on the ashram until 2012. Open meditations and talks on Saturday evenings. Access to St Sebastian River by two boardwalks. Outdoor interfaith temples and Medicine Wheel available for meditation.
Technology and AV: Some AV available upon request.
Room Types: Dorm
Some or all housing is single sex only.
Children OK: Yes!
Housing: Most of the accommodation is single sex dorms. There are a few semi private rooms available on a limited basis, higher rates applicable. All accommodations have shared bathrooms. Rooms are sparsely furnished.
Food: Organic / Locally Grown, Restricted Diet Options, Vegetarian Options
Meal Availability: Provided - All Meals
Location of this Retreat:
11155 Roseland Road
Sebastian, FL 32958
United States
Travel Info: Kashi is 30 minutes from the Melbourne Airport and 90 minutes from both the Orlando and West Palm Beach Airports. Shuttle service is available from Melbourne & Orlando airports. Melbourne Airport Shuttle phone is 800-826-4544.
If you are driving, Kashi is 5 miles from I95 exit 156. Go East at the exit towards Sebastian, drive 3 miles to the intersection with Roseland Road at Winn Dixie and WalGreens and turn left. Drive 2.5 miles and Kashi is on your left.
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Shelly
11/29/2011
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I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Kashi Ashram for a three day retreat. The energy of the place is so serene and peaceful. There are many beautiful paths through the natural vegetation and trees, and there is also a spectacular bamboo forrest! There is a small lake with a fountain that has many statues of deities and gods and goddesses from many religions placed around the lake and property. This brings a feeling of upliftment and a sense of sacredness to the peace that surrounds you. Just walking around the property is an experience to be treasured.
I found the people to be very friendly and helpful. And the food, heavenly! I can't wait to buy the cookbook the chef is in process of writing. It's hard to believe the food is so healthy and so delicious! I highly recommend the Kashi Ashram to anyone wanting to get back to nature and themselves. I can't wait for my next retreat at the Kashi Ashram! :-)
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Dickenson Patricia K.
11/27/2011
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I spent 3 awesome and peaceful days here the food was wonderful. I really felt connected to source in this atmosphere. The residents are so welcoming. I am looking forward to another visit real soon.
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Harry
11/27/2011
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What a beautiful space for a learning or relaxing retreat. The energy and people are wonderful. Our group really enjoyed the delicious food and delightful hosts. It was a rejuvenating getaway and a perfect place for those on a spiritual path to really practice their intentions. I would love to go here again in the near-future. Anyone or group who practices yoga, meditation, tai chi, qi kung , conscious breathwork, etc. would be hard pressed to find a more hospitable atmosphere. Two thumbs way up. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you:)
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T mitchell
11/26/2011
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This place was as if I was in a wonderful, magicl dream. It was breathtaking. The Landscape is so alive and welcoming. I never seen an entire property where all of its landscape is immaculatly so healthy. No nats, or mosquitos. The people were the same way as the landscape, calming, loving and welcomming. The food was excellent. This is a perfect place to come to to connect with nature, with, self and with God, just magical
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Geho Gold
11/25/2011
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Kashi Ashram is a most beautiful place to have retreat or workshop of any kind but most perfect for a spiritual retreat. The physical environment and surroundings and people who live and work at the Kashi Ashram feed the spiritual, mental, emotional and physical body so that it adds to the workshop/retreat experience. The food is so delicious and extraordinarily healthy that all the participants felt so cared for and nourished throughout the entire workshop experience of 3 days at every meal. I truly cannot think of a better, more enlightening environment to place one's workshop into if one wants to bring a group of people to a higher level of consciousness. Thank you Kashi Ashram for a wonderful experience! Namaste to all the beautiful people there!
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Kelly Brookbank
11/6/2011
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My husband and I have brought groups to Kashi Ashram for the last few years. It is an amazing experience for us and our students. The residents and swamis are so helpful and welcoming. The food is healthy and amazing. The grounds are peaceful and calming and the yoga space is blessed and ready for practice. We feel renewed after every visit. It is extremely economical and a complete no-brainer for either an individual stay for a few days or for a group retreat. The perfect extra add-on is that you get to experience rich darshan teachings with Guru Ma Jaya while you are on the grounds.
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Reservation Criteria: For group retreats, minimum of 10 people. No minimum time frame. For personal retreats, please contact usha@kashi.org.
Retreat Contact: Baba Rama
Phone: 772-473-8168
Email: Email this retreat
Website:
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Organization Contact:
Kashi Ashram
11155 Roseland Road
Sebastian, FL 32958
United States
Organization Website: View Organization Website