Golden Leaves of Autumn Meditation Retreat

5.005 reviews
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2610 Adial Road, Faber, VA, USA
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Up to 35 in group
Date
October 12 - 19, 2024

Retreat Highlights

  • Drawing on decades of experience and ancient holistic wisdom, The Sanctuary provides balancing, grounding, wellness, and awareness-expanding experiences that inspire our guests.
  • Located in a lush mountainside forest of 120 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
  • Nurture yourself and build personal power by being in silence.
  • Explore a lifestyle that offers more balance and joy.
  • Experience deep meditation and inner stillness effortlessly.
  • Enhance your life and live with more peace and presence.
  • Learn about and experience the transformative power of The Holistic Lifestyle and High-Tech Meditation®.
  • Enjoy contemplative walks and meditation sessions that deepen your interior focus and expand your awareness.
  • Take advantage of our Wellbeing Services that encourage deep relaxation and rejuvenation. (extra fees)

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

Golden Leaves 6-Day Meditation Retreat
To the unity of diversity

Enjoy a retreat schedule with time to relax, rejuvenate, and play while experiencing the Holistic Lifestyle.


We are pleased to invite you again to our retreat, a collaboration with Synchronicity Foundation and Fundación Medita Mexico.

*A percentage of your donation will help us to take meditation to more hospitals and schools in Mexico and to support the Synchronicity Foundation.

An awakening flame ignites a flame
Light burns into light
Darkness disappears
The veil lifts
One luminous consciousness reveals itself
To itself, for the sake of itself, existence, awareness, bliss
An eternally delighting reality
I am
All is
Source

"The Sanctuary is a very peaceful, beautiful, magical environment! A place to rejuvenate, relax and ground and conducive to self reflection... I found the vibrations there very high, food is excellent, and staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful!!! Highly recommended." - D.G. 
We will experience the Holistic Model of Reality, creating balance in our physical, mental, emotional, and subtle dimensions through various practices such as:
Physical Dimension
*Explore the art of gentle yoga called Sukshma Yoga, a system that loosens your joints and removes energy blockages. Sukshma purifies your body, boosts energy, improves circulation, removes stiffness and tension, and is for all ages. It does not matter if you ever practiced yoga. Give your body this gift and learn to integrate it into your daily life.

*Discover the power of your breath. Breathwork is a tool to take you into deep meditation. Experience the power of prana, the life force.

*Explore the beautiful surroundings while walking through the woodlands for exercise or time to commune quietly with nature. The enriching practice of forest bathing reduces blood pressure, heart rate, and high levels of harmful hormones such as cortisol, which the body produces when stressed. This practice assists in entering a calmer, more relaxed state.

*Enjoy a beautiful dance therapy session to balance the four elements.



 

Mental Dimension
*Daily meditations with Synchronicity High-Tech Meditation to enter profound meditative states.

*Access Your Internal Wisdom. We use a method of self-inquiry that allows you to access the wisdom that always exists within you. Bring a notebook and pen.

*Special meditations surrounded by the heavenly nature of the Sanctuary, surrender into the Drum circle resonance with the heartbeat of Mother Earth, and practice the power of the talking stick.

“With High-Tech Meditation® I get away from my mind and start to experience the deep meditations the technology gives you. I didn’t experience that with regular meditation without the technology.” -C.L.



 

Emotional Dimension
*A Cacao Ceremony to open and nourish your heart. The Cacao Ceremony is a ritual dedicated to personal renewal that keeps us centered, connected to our hearts, and living kindly. Cacao has the potential to be a guide and a gateway to help each of us embrace our hearts as a starting point for deep and beautiful memories. Coming together to drink cacao can create healing, connection, and inspiration.

*Experience your creative side through Art Therapy as an opportunity to express your emotions and get to know yourself.



 

Subtle Dimensions
*A Yagna Fire Ritual: This ceremony is a Hindu ritual of ancient origin for offering mantras and prayers. As in many religions and beliefs, the rising smoke carries an offering to the divine while blessing the offerer with grace, divine intervention, guidance, or to express gratitude for prior prayers answered. Throughout time, the ritual fire is venerated as a symbol of spirit.

*Bhakti Yoga, know the different divine energies of the Sanctuary and learn how to meditate with a mala.

*Balance your chakras or energy points, often called the "seven doors to higher consciousness," understanding the chakra system is vitally important for those on the ascension path. Before we share the best way to open & heal all seven chakras, it's empowering to understand which ones are blocked.

"Everything about this retreat center is top notch. From the staff to the accommodations one could not ask for more." – C.S.



The Retreat Fee Includes:
*A transformative 6-day retreat, which begins on Sunday the 13th at 4:00 pm and ends at 9:00 pm on Friday the 18th. You may arrive on Saturday, October 12th, or Sunday, October 13th, with check-in any time after 11:00 am. Departure is on Saturday morning, the 19th.

*Welcoming and comfortable rooms.

*All meals: Delight in our nourishing, primarily vegetarian dishes that include local sourcing whenever possible, alongside animal protein options.

*High-speed WiFi in all buildings.

*Friendly support by Sanctuary staff.

*One Transcendental Journey empowerment session: High-Tech Meditation music moves you into a transcendent state of expanded consciousness while aroma generators and light therapy complete a transporting environment. The resultant transcendental experience is an empowering journey. Guests often share creative inspiration, enlightening insight, deep clearing, and life-changing revelations. A facilitator will assist you in starting and leaving the session.
"Come look through my eyes. Live through my being. Share with me the bliss of freedom." - MC Cannon
 






What’s not included in your retreat fee:
*Airport transfers.  For a list of transfer services and other helpful travel resources, click here: Traveling to The Sanctuary

When should you arrive / depart?
You may arrive on Saturday, October 12th, or Sunday, October 13th, with check-in any time between 11:00am and 7pm on Saturday and between 1pm and 3pm on Sunday. The retreat begins at 4pm on Sunday, October 13th. You also have the option during the registration process to add an additional night (Friday night, includes meals) before the retreat. Guests add days to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Sanctuary. The retreat ends around 9:00 pm on Friday the 18th with departure on Saturday morning, the 19th.

Additional Wellbeing Services:
*For a full list of additional services to complement your stay, click here: Wellbeing Services

>>CLICK HERE FOR HELPFUL INFORMATION AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.

Getting Here

Location icon Sanctuary Retreat Center, 2610 Adial Road, Faber, VA, USA

Directions

AIRPORTSThe closest airport is Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) (50 minutes by car); other possibilities include:-Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH) – 50 minutes by car-Richmond International Airport (RIC) – 1 hour and 45 minutes by car -Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) – 2.5 hours by carBecause of our rural location, we recommend using your own or a rental car. If you need a ride from Charlottesville airport, train or bus station, there are several services available to choose from. We suggest you pre-book your ride, as the Sanctuary Retreat Center does not offer shuttle service. Visit https://sanctuaryretreatcenter.org/guest-information/ or contact us for information on transportation services.DIRECTIONS TO THE SANCTUARYThe Sanctuary Retreat Center2610 Adial Rd, Faber, VA 22938From Charlottesville:Take 29 South from Charlottesville. After approx. 22 miles – look for the sign “Nelson County Wayside”. Shortly after this, exit right at Rte. 6 West. Turn right at the stop sign onto Rte. 6 (River Road). Follow Rte. 6 for about 2 miles. Turn left at Rte. 634 (Adial Road). Continue about 2.5 miles; pass the Acorn Inn on your right and enter the Sanctuary Retreat Center at the sign with the paved entrance (second entrance on your right). Use the parking areas that are both to the right and the left of the entrance road.From Richmond:Take Rte. 64 West towards Charlottesville. Passing Charlottesville take Exit #107 (Rte. 250 Crozet). Turn left at the exit ramp stop sign. Follow Rte. 250 for approximately 4 miles. Turn left at the stop light onto Rte. 151. Follow 151 for approximately 11 miles into Nellysford.  Just past Wells Fargo Bank on the right – turn left onto Rte. 634 (Adial Road). Drive approximately 2.5 miles. Once you see Lakeland Lane on your right, the Sanctuary Retreat Center is on your left just a few hundred feet further up the road. Turn left at the Sanctuary Retreat Center sign and use the parking areas that are both to the right and the left of the entrance road.From Lynchburg:Take Rte. 29 North towards Charlottesville. 6 miles north of Lovingston, turn left on Rte. 6 West. Follow Rte. 6 for about 2 miles. Turn left at Rte. 634 (Adial Rd). Continue about 2.5 miles; pass the Acorn Inn on your right and enter the Sanctuary Retreat Center at the sign with the paved entrance (second entrance on your right). Use the parking areas that are both to the right and the left of the entrance road.From Nellysford, VA (Route 151):From Nellysford, take Rte. 634 (Adial Road). Drive approximately 2.5 miles. Once you see Lakeland Lane on your right, the Sanctuary is on your left just a few hundred feet further up the road. Turn left at the Sanctuary Retreat Center sign and use the parking areas that are both to the right and the left of the entrance road.

Accommodation

We offer several accommodation styles, from cozy modular cabin rooms to comfortable Lodge rooms, the treehouse-like Forest Cottage, or the two-bedroom Maplewood Cottage. Lay back, relax and allow yourself to restore in the tranquil countryside. High-Speed WiFi is available everywhere. Air Conditioning, everywhere. Cable or satellite TV nowhere. Plenty of clean towels provided.

Commuter - for SFI, up to 5 ppl

Accommodation
Includes all-day programs and lunches and dinners. Does not include lodging.

Modular Cabin Single Twin Bed

Accommodation
Modular cabins are centrally located within walking distance to main program facilities. These on-site rooms are individual single occupancy rooms. Each room is tastefully decorated with a twin bed, plenty of storage, and a comfortable chair and side table for reading or working. Bathrooms are shared. Complimentary high-speed WiFi. Price includes all meals.

Sanctuary Lodge Double Twin Bed

Accommodation
Bright and comfortably appointed rooms each with two single beds. All have ample storage. Each room has access to a shared bathroom. Most rooms are accessible inside the main building; some have deck access. All rooms have beautiful views of the surrounding forest and countryside. Complimentary high-speed WiFi. The Sanctuary Lodge is located on the property, a short walk through the woods or drive from main program buildings with a large, convenient parking area. Price includes all meals.

Sanctuary Lodge Single Queen Bed

Accommodation
Beautifully appointed room with a comfortable queen bed. Plenty of closet space and dresser storage. All rooms are bright and tastefully decorated, with forest and countryside views. Each room adjoins through a hallway to a large shared bathroom. Complimentary high-speed WiFi. The Sanctuary Lodge is located on the property, a short walk through the woods or drive from main program buildings with a large, convenient parking area. Price includes all meals.

Venue & Amenities

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Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent
Sanctuary is a place of peace, joy, and inspiration where you can connect with your inner self. You will feel the palpable energetic vortex of warmth that draws in people from all over. Enjoy the good company of like-minded people on a similar path of naturally expanding consciousness and increasing holistic awareness as you share life experiences.

Meals

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Menu Types

Enjoy delicious, healthy, mostly vegetarian meals with fresh ingredients (with occasional chicken on the side). We will do our best to accommodate your dietary needs.

What's Included

  • A retreat schedule with plenty of time to relax, rejuvenate and relish quiet while learning about holistic living. The retreat begins on Thursday the 10th at 4:00 pm and ends at 8:30 pm on Saturday the 12th. Departure is on Sunday morning, the 13th.
  • Welcoming and comfortable rooms.
  • All meals: Enjoy our delicious locally sourced (where possible) and organic plant-based meals.
  • Daily meditation with Synchronicity High-Tech Meditation soundtracks that create deep and profound meditative states.
  • Gentle Hatha & Energy Medicine Yoga.
  • A holistic movement Nia class – a delightful mixture of dance arts, martial arts, and mindfulness.
  • Presentations on different Holistic Lifestyle topics with long-term Sanctuary staff.
  • Explore the beautiful surroundings while walking through the forested countryside for exercise or time to commune quietly with nature.
  • High-speed WiFi in all buildings.
  • Friendly support by Sanctuary staff.
  • One Transcendental Journey empowerment session: High-Tech Meditation music moves you into a transcendent state of expanded consciousness while aroma generators and light therapy complete a transporting environment. The resultant transcendental experience is an empowering journey. Guests often share creative inspiration, enlightening insight, deep clearing, and life-changing revelations. A facilitator will assist you in starting and leaving the session.

What's Not Included

  • *Additional Wellbeing Services. For a full list of additional services to complement your stay, contact us or visit sanctuaryretreatcenter.org/wellbeing-services/.
  • * Airfare.
  • *Airport transfers if flying into local and regional airports. Please contact us for a list of transfer services and other helpful travel resources or visit sanctuaryretreatcenter.org/guest-information/.
  • *Items from our Peace of Mind store such as music, books, gifts, and varied accessories that support balance, wellbeing, and peace of mind.

Customer Reviews

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Restorative and Insightful
Friendly staff. A place where one doesn't have to always understand what's happening in order to have an experience that is beyond words (including these words).

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Silent Treat Exceptional
I particularly love silent retreats. The first retreat I ever came to at the Synchronicity Sanctuary was a week-long silent retreat. I was drawn to it because it was silent. And it gave much more than I ever expected. Even though the recent silent retreat was a short one of three days, it packed a powerful punch. I was very aware of feeling even more connected to my fellow participants, to myself, and to Source...in the Silence. I felt connected to everything at a deeper level, at the level of essence. I am most grateful.

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Excellent personal retreat experience
I really enjoyed my 3 nights at the Sanctuary. I scheduled my stay between organized retreats, and enjoyed the more private atmosphere that resulted. It was nice to have access to group meditation sessions before breakfast and dinner, as well as to use the many lovely spots available for solo meditation, both inside and outside.
The staff was lovely and I was impressed by all the little details of my stay that they got right, including my own personalized schedule waiting on the counter of my cottage. They give you full control over how you spend your time - a completely silent retreat, one filled with group sessions and wellness treatments, or something in between.
The food was excellent, and they even made accommodations for my diet (though I told them beforehand it wasn't necessary). Even the weather didn't seem too bad - despite a hot July, the temperature was rather pleasant under all the trees.

I felt my time at the Sanctuary was very well spent, and it's difficult not to fantasize about going back for another visit soon.

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Nourishing, blissful, and inspiring
The Sanctuary Retreat Center is a special magical place and I’m deeply grateful for being able to experience it. My Personal Retreat was divine, filled with wonderful surprises and blessings. The entire staff was warm and welcoming as well as fully present and wise. The food was plentiful and delicious. The meditations and wellbeing services were uplifting and healing. The lodging and grounds were beautiful and peaceful. I honestly can’t say enough about it all. My stay felt like being embraced by a big warm loving hug. I left feeling nourished, blissful, and inspired. I’m looking forward to when I can visit this very special place again. - Paula

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Nothing else like it!
There is nothing else like a retreat at the Synchronicity Sanctuary Retreat Center. To say it is revitalizing, re-energizing, and "re-connecting to the Eternal" is an understatement. Especially during these challenging, chaotic times--I find it vital and expansive to do so. I am so very grateful this opportunity is available.