Digital Detox: A Circadian Rhythm Reset

Name: Digital Detox: A Circadian Rhythm Reset
Start: 2025-07-25
End: 2025-07-27
Location: Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing
Rating: 5

5.0013 reviews

191 Cragsmoor Road, Cragsmoor, New York 12566, USA

July 25 - 27, 2025

Retreat Highlights

Intimate setting with personal access to the teacher
Interactive sessions with question and answer periods
Shamatha and guided meditations
Delicious all-vegetarian meals with locally sourced ingredients
Option to extend stay on Personal Retreat
Extensive library of dharma books
Expansive wooded grounds with beautiful paths, flora and fauna

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Cait

Sama

Cait Fields

Cait Fields is a Certified Yoga Therapist specializing in mental health and deep relaxation, merging mind-body techniques for holistic well-being. Practicing yoga and mindfulness since 2007, Cait began her journey into teaching yoga in 2019. With over 1000 hours of formal training, Cait brings a wealth of knowledge to her practice. Cait is dedicated to helping individuals navigate mental health challenges, using ancient wisdom and modern practices to guide clients toward healing and self-discovery. Learn more: http://www.caitfields.com/yoga

Sama Shakti

Sama believes everyone has the power to heal the past and thrive in the future, but first we must arrive in the present. Sama teaches how to become more present in your body. She has been teaching for 6 years and is certified in Kundalini Yoga, Vinyasa, Yin & Restorative, Meditation 101 and Movement 109. Dancing at sunrise is her favorite morning practice. She has taught yoga in Greece and retreats in the Hudson Valley and Puerto Rico. Her offerings include yoga infused with playful and intuitive movements, creative use of imagination, and healing vibrations of tone and pitch, as well as moments of stillness and breathwork to help you slow down and cultivate one-pointed-focus. Learn More: https://samashaktiyoga.com/

Details of this retreat

RETREAT BY INVITED PRESENTER

Join us for a transformative weekend designed to help you unplug from the digital world and realign your body’s natural rhythms. In today’s screen-driven, fast-paced lives, it’s easy for our internal clocks to fall out of sync. This retreat offers the perfect opportunity to disconnect, reset, and recharge in the beauty of nature. Sama and Cait offer a holistic approach to rebalancing mind, body, and spirit, helping you find clarity, reduce stress, and improve your sleep. You will leave feeling rejuvenated, centered, and empowered.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Unplug, reset, and realign with your natural rhythms in this relaxing summer weekend. Whether you're a stressed professional wanting to step back from the digital world or a health and wellness enthusiast seeking holistic practices, this weekend will restore balance and cultivate inner peace through nature, mindfulness, and circadian rhythm alignment. Modalities include:

Yoga: Ground and energize your body with mindful yoga practices tailored to support your circadian rhythm
Breathwork: Harness the power of your breath to calm the mind and restore balance
Digital Detox: Completely unplug from devices and reconnect with the present moment
Connecting with Nature: Experience the grounding power of nature with mindful walks, reconnecting with the earth’s electromagnetic field for physical and mental healing
Journaling & Self-Inquiry: Explore your inner self with reflective practices that foster personal growth
Science-Based Lecture: Learn science-backed techniques to realign your body’s natural clock for better sleep, energy, and overall well-being focusing on the benefits of disconnecting from technology
Sound Healing: Receive healing vibration from sacred instruments for cellular rejuvenation
Yoga Nidra: Deep relaxation through guided meditation for better sleep
Ecstatic Dance & Music: Free your body and mind through joyful movement and rhythm
Intuitive Art Making: Tap into your creativity through art

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Intimate setting
Interactive sessions with self-reflection and group sharing
Guided Yoga and Breathwork
Vibrational Healing and Circadian Rhythm lecture
Connection with a like-minded community
Unplug from technology
Delicious all-vegetarian meals with locally sourced ingredients
Option to extend stay on Personal Retreat
Extensive library of dharma books
Expansive wooded grounds with beautiful paths, flora and fauna

OPEN TO ALL
There are no prerequisites for this program; all movement is designed to promote relaxation.
SCHEDULE
(subject to change)

Friday, July 25

3:00-5:00 PM
Check in begins

5:00-6:00 PM
Welcome Circle: Introductions, Expectations, Intention Setting

6:00-7:00 PM
Dinner

7:30-8:45 PM
Yoga Nidra and Sound Bath

10:00 PM
Lights Out

Saturday, July 26

5:30-6:30 AM
Sunrise Mantra and Silent Meditation

6:30-7:00 AM
Morning Reflections and Journaling (optional)

7:00-8:15 AM
Yoga and Breathwork

8:30-9:15 AM
Breakfast

9:39-10:30 AM
Circadian Rhythm Lecture: The Importance of Unplugging

10:30-11:00 AM
Silent Meditation Walk

12:00-1:00 PM
Lunch

2:00-3:00 PM
Intuitive Art

3:00-6:00 PM
Free Time: Personal Practice, Reflection, and Rest

6:00-7:00 PM
Dinner

7:30-8:30 PM
Ecstatic Dance

8:30-9:30 PM
Fire Pit, optional (weather permitting)

10:00 PM
Lights out

Sunday, July 27

5:30-6:30 PM
Sunrise Mantra and Silent Meditation

6:30-7:00 AM
Morning Reflections and Journaling (optional)

7:00-8:15 AM
Yoga and Breathwork

8:30-9:15 AM
Breakfast

9:30-11:30 AM
Closing Circle

12:00-1:00 PM
Lunch

1:00 PM
Checkout and Departure

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Schedule

7:30-8:00 AM: Morning Mediation and Salutations
8:00-9:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM-12:00 PM: Program or free time
12:00-1:00 PM: Lunch
1:00-6:00 PM: Program or free time
6:00-7:00 PM: Dinner
10:00 PM Lights Out

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing, 191 Cragsmoor Road, Cragsmoor, New York 12566, USA

Directions

CAR. You will find a link for driving directions on our website. The parking lot is immediately to your left when you enter the Center grounds. You may drive up and drop your luggage at the Welcome Center, but may not leave your car unattended there; someone will be happy to shuttle you back down to the parking lot.

TRAIN. From Newark, La Guardia and Penn Station, you can take the Metro North train into Middletown, New York, approximately a 30-minute drive from the Center. For teachings, retreats and other special events, we will provide van service at set times. Otherwise, please take a taxi from the train station to the Center.

BUS. From New York City, you can take the Shortline Bus into Ellenville, New York, approximately a 15-minute drive from the Center. For teachings, retreats and other special events, we will provide van service at set times. Otherwise, please take a taxi from the train station to the Center.

PLANE. Newark, La Guardia and Stewart Airports all offer convenient services. From Newark or LaGuardia you can complete your trip by train; from Stewart you may rent a car or take a taxi service. Read More

Accommodation

Our two residence halls offer a simple, peaceful environment that supports your retreat experience, with rooms for those on both personal and solitary retreats. Each room has a meditation cushion and zabuton. Rates include breakfast, lunch and dinner with the resident community, as well as towels and housekeeping. All guests are welcome, but not required, to join the daily meditation and other activities (although separate tickets are required for all ticketed events). • Our junior suites have a double bed, private bath, private terrace, a refrigerator and ample room for practice. • Our private rooms have a double bed and room for private meditation, with a shared bath. Rooms may be shared by those in a committed relationship.

Commuter

Our Commuter Fee covers the costs of all meals during your retreat and the use of all our facilities. Read More

Private Room: Single

This comfortable room has a double bed and ample room for meditation. It is outfitted with a desk and small table suitable for a meditation object; it shares a bath with one or two other rooms. All rooms are furnished with linens, pillows, blankets, coverlets, and towels, as well as a meditation cushion and zabuton. The room rate includes three delicious vegetarian meals each day; in addition, there is a tea station on every hall. Read More

Private Room: Couple

This registration fee is for two people. This comfortable room has one double bed, and may be shared by couples in a committed relationship. With ample room for meditation, it features a desk and small table suitable for a meditation object. All rooms are furnished with linens, pillows, blankets, coverlets, and towels, as well as a meditation cushion and zabuton. The room shares a bath with one or two other rooms. Room rates include three delicious vegetarian meals each day (6 total meals for a couple room); there is also a tea station on each hall. Read More

Junior Suite: Single

These large rooms have one double bed, a private bath, private terrace, a refrigerator and ample room for practice. Each room has a small table suitable for a meditation object and a meditation cushion and zabaton, as well as a desk and an armoire. Room rates include three delicious vegetarian meals each day; there is also an in-room tea station. Read More

Junior Suite: Couple

This reservation fee is for two people and includes three delicious vegetarian meals each day (6 total for a couple). This large room has one double bed, which may be shared by couples in a committed relationship. In addition, it has a private bath, private terrace, a refrigerator and ample room for practice. Each room has a small table suitable for a meditation object and a meditation cushion and zabaton, as well as a desk and an armoire. Read More

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

Perched atop a wooded hillside in the hamlet of Cragsmoor, the Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing is surrounded by 90 acres of forest. The Center opened in 2017 and was purpose built to support retreats. With only 20 bedrooms, our retreats are small, keeping the retreat experience intimate. People regularly comment both on the cleanliness of the buildings and on the total sense of peace that envelopes you when on campus. Read More

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Ancient wisdom describes food as a source of prana, or life force. The Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing was founded on the premise that nourishing food is integral to wellbeing. Our chefs are passionate about creating meals that are both flavorful and healthy. We use the freshest, most nutritious, least processed foods available; when possible our ingredients are organic and locally sourced. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in your accommodation fee. To promote good health, we serve delicious, varied, nutritious vegetarian food, with options at every meal. All our meals are served on a buffet, with ingredients listed next to each dish, enabling guests to avoid dairy, as well as glutens, nuts and other allergens. Read More

What's Included

Comfortable accommodations with queen bed in every room
All linens
Three delicious, farm-fresh vegetarian meals a day
Tea station and fruit bowl always available
Large Meditation Hall and private Meditation Room
Extensive library of dharma books
Cozy chairs and fireplace
90-acre campus with walking trails and outdoor meditation spots
Fire pit
Outdoor practice pavilion

What's Not Included

Travel to the Center

Customer Reviews

5.00 out of 5.0 average rating

Catherine • Dec 14, 2024

5.0

Verified

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My retreat was great met alot of interesting people from everywhere as far as Brazil and China most people were from New Jersey. The food was great. I was in the yoga class on a chair and then decided I wanted to sit on the mat i miss and landed on the floor. There was so many people that just jumped out to help me. The place is very peaceful it feels like one big family. Catherine Asaro Read More

Laura • Feb 01, 2023

5.0

Verified

Peace in a comfortable environment

From the moment I arrived I was impressed with how peaceful and immaculate the entire facility is. The rooms had exactly what I needed with a comfortable bed and pillows, meditation table and cushions, and a desk. Towels were provided as well. Vegetarian meals were delicious. I was able to immerse myself in the silent meditation retreat and focus on deepening my practice. This is a perfect place for me and I’m already planning my next retreat. Read More

Anonymous • May 18, 2022

5.0

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Beautiful spot

Dharmakaya Center is a beautiful & peaceful spot. Highly recommend! The center is immaculate and well maintained. Great staff and facilities. Read More

YELENA • Nov 10, 2021

5.0

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Amazing place Amazing experience

If you are looking for a place to unwind and grow spiritually while eating the best food this place is for you. Brand-new beautiful facility, super friendly stuff and relaxing atmosphere - I don’t know the better way to spend a weekend. I enjoyed my stay and I’m coming back! Read More

Debra • Sep 03, 2021

5.0

Verified

fantastic experience

I was in a wonderful art work shop and it was amazing. Accommodations where beautiful. Food was delicious and fantastic.
Beautiful grounds lovely walking experience. . The staff was delightful. Read More

Digital Detox: A Circadian Rhythm Reset

Retreat Highlights

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Cait Fields

Sama Shakti

Details of this retreat

Schedule

Getting Here

Directions