Peace Village Learning & Retreat Center offers guests an opportunity to slip into a spectacular mountaintop setting in upstate New York for a range of specialized retreat experiences. There are retreats for musicians, writers, educators, healthcare professionals, and gardeners, as well as a variety of topics for those looking for peace and spiritual sustenance away from the city.

One of the specialties of Peace Village is the opportunity to learn ancient raja yoga meditation, which is an open eyed meditation originating in India. Guests are invited to join residents for meditations at 4 am and 7 am, to participate in karma yoga, and individual spiritual direction is available upon request.

Most retreats at Peace Village incorporate relevant aspects of spiritual wisdom and the practice of raja yoga as taught by the Brahma Kumaris. This practice is based on the premise than an individual's journey to truth consists of three simple steps of the mind: First, moving inward to rediscover and reconnect with the original spiritual essence of the self. Second, moving upward from this place of pure awareness of the self to connect with the universal source of love, peace, and power, and enabling the individual to reclaim the sense of lost worth, values, and inner strength. And, third, moving outward, returning to one's work in the world with a renewed sense of creativity, love, energy and peace of mind.

The setting of Peace Village is extraordinary, with streams, pond, and walking trails covering 300 acres. It is operated by the Brahma Kumaris (www.bkwsu.org), who have operated it since 1999. For many years prior to that it was a resort and it still has over 118 double rooms, each with private bathroom. All meals are vegetarian.

There is an extensive bookshop with materials to support guests on their spiritual journey - books, meditation CD's, and posters. There is also the opportunity to connect with any of the thousands of raja yoga centers in major cities around the world, including many in North America - New York, Boston, Montreal, Toronto, Washington DC, Atlanta, Miami, Tampa, Chicago, Los Angeles San Francisco and Vancouver.

Peace Village is 2 ½ hours from New York City and 3 ½ hours from Boston. For current retreats and program information, see the website.

Our upcoming May Intensive will be held at the beautiful home of The Light Institute in Galisteo, New Mexico! We invite you to join us for the adventure of a lifetime as you release old residues and discover your potential during multi-incarnational sessions and workshops! Experience the expansive vistas of the Galisteo Basin and participate in the joyous and playful energy that sings to the soul!

The Intensive includes four multi-incarnational sessions with a Light Institute Facilitator, classes with Chris, a Cranial, a firewalk as well as vegetarian meals and lodging at the world-renowned Galisteo Inn. For more information and to sign up, please contact The Light Institute via e-mail at thelight@lightinstitute.com or call us at 505-466-1975.

During these 8 weeks you will:
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White Haven, PA
Tucked away in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, The Country Place Retreat and Conference Center offers you a respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The Country Place Retreat and Conference Center is a peaceful and private facility nestled within 450 acres of natural woodlands in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. Known as one of the best retreat centers within 2 hours of New York City and Philadelphia.

Tijeras, NM
Heavenly Lodge New Mexico retreat destination has overnight group accommodations for 6 to 12 people. The 3 story gabled lodge and the 3 acres it lives on, features fabulous spaces inside and out for group meetings and private break-out sessions. We are a small full service facility so you can focus on what you do best!

Willard, WI
Located in West Central Wisconsin on 120 acres of wooded land. We have 13 hermitages (cabins), some simple (only electricity) or modern (bath and kitchenette) plus guest housing in our new hilltop facility overlooking a meadow of wildflowers, a still pond and tranquil forest. Miles of nature trails to explore

Sausalito, CA
Headlands Institute and Conference Center offers the perfect setting for business meetings, conferences, seminars, spiritual retreats, family reunion activities, school field trips, yoga retreats, beach theme weddings and more.... Located just a few steps from the golden sand of Rodeo Beach and 20 minutes from downtown San Francisco, you'll find a naturally inspiring backdrop for groups from 10 to 200.

Thailand
Sun, sea and magic in tropical Thailand. Monte Vista offers 9 bungalows with spectacular ocean views. We here at Monte Vista believe that all of Life is about expansion, expansion of understanding oneself, expansion of self-love, expansion of trust and friendship, expansion of joy, ease and peace.

La Crosse, WI
We are an interfaith Center dedicated to providing a sacred space where people can be supported on their journey for God, meaning or fullness of life. We offer preached retreats, guided retreats and space for individually directed retreats. We also offer a three-year spiritual direction preparation program.

France
The Art Farm is in the heart of the Haut Languedoc Regional Park, France, and is beautifully situated in the Mediterranean hills overlooking the Orb valley. Renewable sources supply the energy required by the farm, providing comfortable accommodation for people in search of peace and inspiration. Short and long term residence space is available for artists.

Langley, WA
Earth Sanctuary is an excellent environment for personal renewal and spiritual connection. Whatever your spiritual path, the Earth Sanctuary Retreat House is the perfect place for relaxation, reflection, and renewal. A retreat at Earth Sanctuary enables you to return home and live your life with your courage and clarity restored.