Going Deeper
A Focused Meditation Retreat
PLEASE NOTE: This residential program is cancelled until further notice, due to COVID-19.
Please check out the Online Programs page for current offerings.
Going Deeper is a set of practices that Baba Hari Dass designed for a cave-like retreat setting. It is a retreat that lends itself to the late fall and winter months, when we’re naturally drawn inward by the short days and cold weather.
This intensive, small group experience is devoted to a deeper level of meditation practice for people who have some knowledge of meditation and yoga.
To support the mind in turning inward, we utilize:
- a simple, easy-to-digest vegetarian diet
- the observance of silence (except devotional singing & chanting)
- a cave-like atmosphere of seclusion where lights are kept to a minimum
Each day includes several hours devoted to spiritual practices (sādhana) created specifically for this retreat by Baba Hari Dass. The sādhana includes meditation, prāṇāyāma, and āsana. Devotional rituals, chanting, and spiritual stories also form part of this special experience.
The retreat features a considerable amount of seated practice each day, so participants should have a good familiarity with meditation and yoga practice in general. If you have any questions about attending this retreat, please email goingdeeper@saltspringcentre.com for a detailed explanation of this program.
Enrollment is limited, so we encourage you to register early!
Schedule
| Friday | |
| 4:00 pm | Arrival, Registration |
| 6:00 pm | Dinner |
| 7:30 pm | Opening Circle and Orientation |
| Saturday, Sunday and Monday | |
| 5:00 am | Wake up, personal cleansing practices |
| 5:30 am | Warm ups |
| 6:00 am | Morning practice of various prāṇāyāma and meditations |
| 9:30 am | Āsana |
| 10:45 am | Break |
| 11:00 am | Morning meal |
| 12:00 pm | Personal time for reading, individual practice, or reflection |
| 2:00 pm | Āsana |
| 3:30 pm | Break |
| 4:00 pm | Evening practice of Vedic prayers, prāṇāyāma, and meditations |
| 5:30 pm | Ārati (devotional ritual) and song |
| 6:00 pm | Evening meal |
| 7:15 pm | Mantra, singing, and spiritual stories |
| 8:45 pm | Closing and bedtime |
| Tuesday | |
| 5:00 am | Wake up, personal cleansing practices |
| 5:30 am | Warm ups |
| 6:00 am | Morning practice of various prāṇāyāma and meditations |
| 9:30 am | Āsana |
| 10:45 am | Break |
| 11:00 am | Morning meal |
| 12:00 pm | Closing circle |
| 12:30 – 1:00 pm | Program ends after closing circle |
Fees
The total cost for the retreat will vary according to the accommodation type chosen.
The fees include the tuition for the retreat, as well as accommodations, vegetarian meals, tea bar, and facility use from Friday to Tuesday.
| Accommodation Type | Total per Person | |
| Shared** with shared bathroom | $835 (per person) |  |
| Private with shared bathroom | Sold out |  |
| Private with ensuite | Sold Out |  |
*Tax notes
- Taxes are not included in the above-listed prices
**Accommodation notes
- Shared rooms have 2-3 twin beds per room. Please contact us if you have a preference or questions about shared accommodations
- Commuter rates include meals
Finalizing Registration
Kindly note, all reservation requests submitted via email, online registration form, or telephone are not confirmed until all fees are paid in full. Please ensure confirmation before making travel arrangements.
From our Newsletter
Read about Arpita Ezell’s experience attending the Going Deeper Retreat at our sister centre (Mount Madonna Centre).
