Mount Madonna Center

Mount Madonna Center "You are in the mountains where there is fresh air and water, where there are trees and plants and streams. Sit with them and enjoy the creation of God.

God and creation are not separate. The idea is to attain peace.”
- Baba Hari Dass, SilenceSpeaks Mount Madonna Center is a conference and retreat center located on 355 acres of mountain-top redwood forest and grassland overlooking Monterey Bay, between Santa Cruz and Monterey, in Northern California. We are a community designed to nurture the creative arts and the health sciences within a context

of personal and spiritual growth. Founded in 1978, Mount Madonna was inspired by Baba Hari Dass and is sponsored by the Hanuman Fellowship, a group whose talents and interests are unified by the common practice of Yoga. We offer a supportive community atmosphere for relaxation, reflection, and a wide variety of learning experiences. Book a personal retreat, attend a yoga retreat, or choose to host your own program and guests in a gorgeous environment and with a supportive community. Program participants are invited to join in all ongoing Center activities – celebration, work, and play. Amenities include yoga classes, hiking trails, volleyball, tennis, and basketball courts, a pond (we call it "The Lake") for swimming, a hot tub, a gymnasium for volleyball and basketball, and Ayurveda consultations and bodywork at the Wellness Center.

✨ The Art of Living ✨📍Mount Madonna Center | In-Person🗓️ Nov 27 - Dec 1, 2024Find harmony within at this beginner and ad...
11/15/2024

✨ The Art of Living ✨
📍Mount Madonna Center | In-Person
🗓️ Nov 27 - Dec 1, 2024

Find harmony within at this beginner and advanced meditation retreat led by members of the Art of Living organization. Through meditation, release negativity, awaken inner positivity, and emerge rejuvenated, filled with self-love, and aligned with your true nature.

🔗 Link in bio to register!

“When a prayer comes from a pure mind and unselfish heart, it will be answered.” - Baba Hari Dass
11/05/2024

“When a prayer comes from a pure mind and unselfish heart, it will be answered.” - Baba Hari Dass

11/05/2024

🎨✨ Begin 2025 with Intention, Creativity, and Purpose! ✨🎨

Join the Art & Spirit Retreat, an immersive workshop led by Coeleen Kiebert, who has guided individuals through the creative process’s psychological stages since 1972. Whether you're an experienced artist or exploring new ways of self-expression, this retreat is for everyone!

Tap into your inner artist through collage, painting, writing, and more, and set your vision for the year ahead. In a supportive, inspiring community, you’ll explore creativity, reflect, and connect with like-minded souls.

📍Mount Madonna Center
🗓️ January 3-5, 2025

🌟 Ready to create with purpose? Learn more: https://mountmadonna.org/calendar/art-and-spirit-retreat-jan-2025/?occurrence=2025-01-03

Happy Diwali 🪔As we celebrate the Festival of Lights, may the glow of Diwali fill your heart and home with joy, love, an...
10/31/2024

Happy Diwali 🪔

As we celebrate the Festival of Lights, may the glow of Diwali fill your heart and home with joy, love, and peace. This is a time to embrace new beginnings, let go of the past, and welcome the light of wisdom and compassion into our lives.

🌿✨ Today, we celebrate Ayurveda, the ancient 5,000-year-old Science of Life from India! Did you know that Ayurveda has a...
10/29/2024

🌿✨ Today, we celebrate Ayurveda, the ancient 5,000-year-old Science of Life from India! Did you know that Ayurveda has advocated intermittent fasting for thousands of years? It’s all about when you eat, not just what you eat. 🍽️

Try this simple Ayurvedic practice for a week: 3 meals a day, 4 to 5 hours apart, with no snacking in between! Give your digestive system time to rest, and see how it affects your energy and mood. Sip warm beverages, avoid cold foods, and finish your last meal at least 3 hours before bedtime.

Ready to embrace a healthier rhythm? 🌿 Schedule a personal consultation with one of our Ayurvedic practitioners to dive deeper into the wisdom of Ayurveda. https://mountmadonna.org/visit/wellness/

Good morning friend ✨☀️🌼🌿
10/25/2024

Good morning friend ✨☀️🌼🌿

✨The Art of Living: In-Person | Nov 27 - Dec 1, 2024✨Ready to reconnect with your true self? Join us for a beginner and ...
10/24/2024

✨The Art of Living: In-Person | Nov 27 - Dec 1, 2024✨

Ready to reconnect with your true self? Join us for a beginner and advanced meditation retreat presented by The Art of Living over Thanksgiving. You’ll quiet the mind, release negativity, and rediscover your inner peace. Through deep meditative practices, you’ll cultivate self-love and a sense of fulfillment that extends far beyond the retreat.

With multiple program levels, you can select the experience that best fits your meditation practice and personal journey. Emerge rejuvenated, aligned with your true nature, and ready to infuse positivity into all areas of your life.

Register & learn more! https://mountmadonna.org/calendar/

🌿 The MindSet Retreat 🗓️ November 8-10📍In-Person at Mount Madonna Center Join Priya Glikman, a Dharma and Meditation te...
10/23/2024

🌿 The MindSet Retreat
🗓️ November 8-10
📍In-Person at Mount Madonna Center

Join Priya Glikman, a Dharma and Meditation teacher and founder of The MindSet Journey, for a transformative 3-day retreat.

What you’ll experience:
- Meditation and Mindfulness: Improve your mental and emotional well-being.
- Therapeutic Exercises: Practice emotional release and connection.
- Community Building: Develop lasting relationships and supportive connections.
- Healing in Nature: Experience meditation, yoga, hiking, healthy food, and nurturing support.

This retreat is perfect for anyone looking to:
- Rediscover purpose and clarity
- Heal from life transitions, such as divorce or career change
- Restore from stress and burnout
- Find community and connection
- Experience personal growth and emotional breakthroughs

Spaces are limited - Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your spiritual path and connect more deeply to yourself and others.

To register: https://priyaglikman.com/the-mindset-journey/retreats/

Garden volunteers hand-watering veggies and caring for the land 🥕🌱 ❤️
10/22/2024

Garden volunteers hand-watering veggies and caring for the land 🥕🌱 ❤️

Resilience & Vitality in the Fall Season 🍂Saturday, October 26th 🗓️Join us for a transformative two-part class led by Je...
10/16/2024

Resilience & Vitality in the Fall Season 🍂
Saturday, October 26th 🗓️

Join us for a transformative two-part class led by Jen Rand, M.A., RYT 500, a beloved Ayurveda & Yoga teacher at Mount Madonna. This unique offering is designed to support your body and mind as we transition into the fall season, cultivating balance and vitality.

🍁 Ayurveda for Autumn: Start with an insightful presentation on Ayurveda, where Jen will share practical tips that you can easily incorporate into your daily routine to align with the rhythms of fall, supporting your immunity, digestion, and energy as the weather shifts.

🧘‍♀️ Yoga for Balance: Then, move into a grounding yoga practice tailored to harmonize your body’s energy with the cooler, crisper months ahead.

Whether seeking balance, resilience, or a fresh start this season, this class will leave you feeling nurtured and prepared for autumn’s changes.

Register for a Mountain Experience day visit to participate! Learn more: https://mountmadonna.org/calendar/resilience-vitality-in-the-fall-season/

Find clarity and connection in the quiet moments 🌿📖
10/15/2024

Find clarity and connection in the quiet moments 🌿📖

On this Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the Ohlone People, ancestral stewards of this land, and acknowledge the wisdom...
10/14/2024

On this Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the Ohlone People, ancestral stewards of this land, and acknowledge the wisdom of Indigenous cultures that have always recognized our deep connection to the Earth. At our recent Re-Union Retreat, led by local Indigenous elder Patrick Orozco, together we walked the land to remember this bond. Patrick shared stories of the animals, their teachings, and the importance of conservation – reminding us to take only what is needed and to honor the land and its creatures.

As we continue these practices at Mount Madonna, we avow our belonging to the Earth. In the footsteps of those who came before us, we walk with respect and gratitude for this sacred place and all its inhabitants. 🌿

Ready to step into the New Year with clarity and purpose? Our 46th Annual New Year’s Yoga Retreat offers the perfect opp...
10/11/2024

Ready to step into the New Year with clarity and purpose?

Our 46th Annual New Year’s Yoga Retreat offers the perfect opportunity to recharge, reflect, and realign.

During this retreat, you’ll:
🌟 Explore Yoga science, philosophy, and methods
🌟 Reconnect with yourself through daily yoga and meditation practices
🌟 Gain insights for personal growth and transformation
🌟 Let go of the past year and set mindful intentions for the year ahead
🌟 Enjoy nourishing meals and peaceful time in nature
🌟 Find balance and renewal in a supportive, welcoming community
🌟 And more!

Whether you’ve joined us before or this will be your first time, we’re excited to share in a journey of self-discovery and connection on the pathway to peace.

Spots fill up fast, as this is one of our most popular signature retreats. Register now, and let’s start 2025 together with intention and inspiration!

More retreat details: https://mountmadonna.org/calendar/annual-new-years-yoga-retreat/

"A wise person is one who sees the effect of an action before he or she acts." - Baba Hari Dass
10/07/2024

"A wise person is one who sees the effect of an action before he or she acts." - Baba Hari Dass

09/11/2024

This Saturday! Immerse yourself in the elements with Yoga in Nature — a unique Mountain Experience day visit class combining hiking, yoga asana, and meditation amidst the tranquil redwoods at Mount Madonna. 🌿🧘☀️

Explore the connection between body, mind, and nature through a guided hike to a quiet location where you will enjoy gentle yoga poses and meditation.

📅 Date: September 14
🌟 Reserve your spot now! https://mountmadonna.org/calendar/five-great-elements/?occurrence=2024-09-14

Signing up for this program also includes:
- A guided tour of Mount Madonna
- Delicious lunch & dinner
- Personal time to explore and relax
- Option to stay for arati (ritual of light)
- Option to book a wellness treatment at Kaya Kalpa

Participate in a unique opportunity to enhance your well-being with personalized Ayurvedic care—at an incredible value! ...
09/03/2024

Participate in a unique opportunity to enhance your well-being with personalized Ayurvedic care—at an incredible value! 🌿✨ Our Ayurveda Health Counselor students, guided by expert faculty, are offering in-depth health evaluations tailored just for you.

When: September 13-15, 2024

What you’ll get:
- A 90-minute in-person consultation
- Two 45-minute online follow-ups

Discount codes up to 75% off!

Dive deep into understanding your body’s natural constitution and learn how to achieve optimal health through balanced nutrition, lifestyle adjustments, and herbal recommendations.

Take advantage of this unique chance to experience the transformative power of Ayurveda and start your journey to feeling your best! 🌱 Learn more: https://mountmadonna.org/calendar/affordable-ayurveda/

Salute the Sun with Us! 🌅Celebrate this Labor Day with a special Surya Namaskar: Salute to the Sun yoga class at Mount M...
08/28/2024

Salute the Sun with Us! 🌅

Celebrate this Labor Day with a special Surya Namaskar: Salute to the Sun yoga class at Mount Madonna. This class will guide you through a series of 12 postures paired with soothing and inspiring live mantra chantings.

Sign up for a Mountain Experience day visit and participate in an energizing flow of sun salutations, harmonize with nature, and reconnect with your inner self…a perfect day dedicated to rest and rejuvenation. 🧘‍♂️

To register: https://mountmadonna.org/calendar/surya-namaskar-salute-to-the-sun/?occurrence=2024-09-02

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🎨✨ Begin 2025 with Intention, Creativity, and Purpose! ✨🎨 Join the Art & Spirit Retreat, an immersive workshop led by Coeleen Kiebert, who has guided individuals through the creative process’s psychological stages since 1972. Whether you're an experienced artist or exploring new ways of self-expression, this retreat is for everyone! Tap into your inner artist through collage, painting, writing, and more, and set your vision for the year ahead. In a supportive, inspiring community, you’ll explore creativity, reflect, and connect with like-minded souls. 📍Mount Madonna Center 🗓️ January 3-5, 2025 🌟 Ready to create with purpose? Learn more: https://mountmadonna.org/calendar/art-and-spirit-retreat-jan-2025/?occurrence=2025-01-03 #ArtandSpirit #ArtandSpiritRetreat #MountMadonna #CreativeProcess #CreativeWorkshop

This Saturday! Immerse yourself in the elements with Yoga in Nature — a unique Mountain Experience day visit class combining hiking, yoga asana, and meditation amidst the tranquil redwoods at Mount Madonna. 🌿🧘☀️ Explore the connection between body, mind, and nature through a guided hike to a quiet location where you will enjoy gentle yoga poses and meditation. 📅 Date: September 14 🌟 Reserve your spot now! https://mountmadonna.org/calendar/five-great-elements/?occurrence=2024-09-14 Signing up for this program also includes: - A guided tour of Mount Madonna - Delicious lunch & dinner - Personal time to explore and relax - Option to stay for arati (ritual of light) - Option to book a wellness treatment at Kaya Kalpa

Ancient Wisdom Meets Contemporary Research Ayurveda
Ancient Wisdom Meets Contemporary Research Ayurveda

Ayurveda Research Online Symposium 🌿 💻 Saturday, October 5, 2024 🗓️ EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Register before August 31st, 2024, and receive 20% off! Event Highlights: 🌟 Engage with experts - hear from seven leading researchers and practitioners shaping the future of holistic health and wellness 🌟 Expand your knowledge - discover the latest research in Ayurveda and how it applies to the modern world 🌟 Network with peers - connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for research and holistic practices 🌟 Earn 8 NAMA PACE credits

What a beautiful day on the mountain! Sunshine and joyful music ☀️🎶❤️

Happy Global Yoga Therapy Day 🧘🌎 Grab a chair and follow these gentle poses to move your spine, relax, and breathe! #yogatherapy #ciayt #yogatherapist #wellness #yoga

In anticipation of Global Yoga Therapy Day on August 14th, we’re sharing a restorative forward bend posture. Forward bends are relaxing and rejuvenating. Some benefits of this pose include: - Relieves tension in the back & shoulders - Relaxes the whole torso - Calms the mind Stay tuned for more restorative postures later this week! 🌎🧘 #yogatherapy #ciayt #yogatherapist

Join us this weekend at our Open House! 🗓️ Saturday, July 13th, from 1 to 3 p.m. 📍Mount Madonna Center If you are considering diving deeper into the study and practices of Yoga and Ayurveda, we highly encourage you to attend our Open House. You’ll learn about our upcoming Yoga & Ayurveda programs, with plenty of time for Q&A with our knowledgeable faculty. You’ll also get a tour of our beautiful mountaintop campus! All guests must register in advance: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVFIu-poMBuhR7KCCz7UrMqp3QC_sKHUIF1MkQzkmpLehz4w/viewform We look forward to seeing you there!

A glimpse into our Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat in Guatemala… Embark on a journey to Guatemala this summer and immerse yourself in a diverse week of daily yoga, meditation, breathwork, and all-inclusive excursions to explore the beauty of Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Stay at the enchanting @casasanjuanposada, surrounded by lush gardens in the San Juan del Obispo village. Enjoy Ayurvedic-inspired vegetarian meals daily with fresh, organic, and local produce. Be guided through the perfect blend of exploration and rejuvenation by Kamalesh & Giulia, seasoned Yoga & Ayurveda teachers (and long-time Guatemalan residents). Limited space available. Secure your spot today. https://mountmadonna.org/calendar/yoga-ayurveda-in-guatemala/?occurrence=2024-08-18

Deepen your yoga practice at our upcoming Yoga Teacher Training! ☀️🧘 June 20 - July 19 | In-Person at Mount Madonna Center “If you’re looking to not only deepen your Asana but also want to dive into yoga philosophy and history and learn from educators and practitioners who have been teaching and living here since its inception Mount Madonna is really the place to go for your YTT or for whatever yoga practice you would like to learn from. I will say this has been the most life-changing and transformational month of my life, and I don’t say that lightly. The friends that I’ve made here and the teachers that I’ve learned from... I will take this experience and these learnings into my life off the mountain.” - Antonia, YTT 200 Graduate Learn more: https://www.mountmadonnainstitute.org/school-of-yoga/ytt-200

Our 200-hr YTT Program will help deepen your understanding of the methods and philosophy of yoga as a way to strengthen your personal practice and develop as a yoga teacher. 🧘 UPCOMING YTT200: June 20th - July 19th 🧘 For more information about our upcoming YTT200, join our free online Information Session this Saturday, April 27th! Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsfuuupjgrHN0drWxH5BXk8A9gaimo6V1h#/registration #ytt #summerytt #ytt200 #yoga #asana #community #learn #mountmadonnainstitute #mountmadonnacenter

Are you feeling called to explore new, creative ways to process challenging life experiences? Are you seeking a supportive community of individuals who may also share these experiences? Writing as a Pathway through Grief, Loss, Uncertainty and Change is an intimate weeklong retreat where you’ll regain your bearings, be deeply held in a safe writing circle, and learn to transform pain into possibility.Thank you, Allie, for the beautiful words on your experience at last year’s retreat ❤️Follow the link below for more information and to register! #grief #loss #chage #growth #strength #community #writingretreat #inspire #mountadonnacenter https://lauradavis.net/writing-as-a-pathway/

Wishing You Love and Peace. May Our Light Spread Far and Wide. New Year's blessings from everyone at Mount Madonna! #newyear #2024 #love #peace #light #yogainspiration #mountmadonna

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Mount Madonna Center is a conference and retreat center located on 355 acres of mountain-top redwood forest and grassland overlooking Monterey Bay, between Santa Cruz and Monterey, in Northern California. We are a community designed to nurture the creative arts and the health sciences within a context of personal and spiritual growth, inspired by Baba Hari Dass and sponsored by the Hanuman Fellowship, a group whose talents and interests are unified by the common practice of Yoga. We offer a supportive community atmosphere for relaxation, reflection, and a wide variety of learning experiences. Program participants are invited to join in all ongoing center activities – celebration, work, and play. Amenities include hiking trails, volleyball, tennis and basketball courts, a pond (we call it "The Lake") for swimming, a hot tub, a gymnasium for volleyball and basketball, and bodywork sessions at the Kaya Kalpa Wellness Center.

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