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.

“Seeing the real as separate from the unreal is meditation.” - Baba Hari Dass
12/21/2024

“Seeing the real as separate from the unreal is meditation.” - Baba Hari Dass

Do you long to leave behind the patterns and practices of everyday life and reconnect with your inner self? At Mount Mad...
12/20/2024

Do you long to leave behind the patterns and practices of everyday life and reconnect with your inner self? At Mount Madonna’s signature Going Deeper Retreat, you’ll be enveloped within a sacred environment crafted for deep reflection, spiritual growth, and meaningful transformation. 🕯️🧘‍♂️

🗓️ February 5-9, 2025
📍 In-Person | Mount Madonna Center

This silent retreat offers you the opportunity to engage in practices that lead your mind to tranquility, guided and supported by seasoned instructors and lifelong practitioners.

During this retreat, you’ll:
- Embrace seclusion by practicing in a cave-like atmosphere of simplicity and focus
- Deepen Sadhana (spiritual practice) with daily meditation, pranayama (breathing techniques), and asana (postures)
- Participate in devotional rituals, chanting, and spiritual storytelling

Due to this retreat’s advanced-level and small-group setting, space is limited, and registrants must already have prior knowledge of meditation and yoga.

Register here: https://mountmadonna.org/visit/annual-yoga-retreats/going-deeper-meditation-retreat/

Adding the finishing touches! 🎄 Our beautiful tree, decorated by the Mount Madonna community ❤️🌟
12/19/2024

Adding the finishing touches! 🎄 Our beautiful tree, decorated by the Mount Madonna community ❤️🌟

Honor the winter solstice with a restorative yoga class 🌅 📍In-Person at Mount Madonna | Saturday, December 21 As the s...
12/13/2024

Honor the winter solstice with a restorative yoga class 🌅
📍In-Person at Mount Madonna | Saturday, December 21

As the shortest day of the year approaches, the winter solstice presents a sacred opportunity to pause and give thanks to the sun for its return once again.

During this special class, you’ll be guided into deep relaxation through gentle poses and the soothing sounds of singing and live chanting. 🌙🎶

This class is available to Mountain Experience day visitors and Personal Retreat guests.

Reserve your spot and make space for reflection and renewal this winter. 🌟 Link to register: https://mountmadonna.org/calendar/honoring-the-winter-solstice/?occurrence=2024-12-21

On , we extend our heartfelt thanks to our amazing volunteers, both past and present, who have contributed to making Mo...
12/05/2024

On , we extend our heartfelt thanks to our amazing volunteers, both past and present, who have contributed to making Mount Madonna a thriving community. Your selfless acts—from caring for the gardens, preparing meals, and supporting various programs to countless other services—have helped build and maintain this cherished space, allowing us to continue promoting peace, learning, and connection in the world. 🌱🌍💙

This holiday season, consider giving more than just a gift: offer an experience of renewal, connection, and peace.Check ...
12/04/2024

This holiday season, consider giving more than just a gift: offer an experience of renewal, connection, and peace.

Check out our holiday gift ideas from Mount Madonna:

✨Treat someone to relaxation and rejuvenation with a Kaya Kalpa Wellness Center gift certificate.

✨Give the gift of a peaceful escape with a Personal Overnight Retreat or Mountain Experience. Gift certificates are available.

✨Share the magic of our annual retreats, uniquely curated experiences led by our skilled faculty. Gift certificates are available.

✨Enjoy 20% off all Shupaca hats, gloves, and scarves throughout December at the Ocean View Bookstore.

✨Babaji’s books offer timeless wisdom; all proceeds go to Sri Ram Ashram in India.

✨Looking for a gift that truly makes a difference? Consider donating to Mount Madonna to support programs and spaces that inspire well-being, growth, and connection.

This weekend! Discover simple practices to support your well-being amid the holiday hustle and bustle. Join us for Findi...
12/02/2024

This weekend! Discover simple practices to support your well-being amid the holiday hustle and bustle. Join us for Finding Balance During the Holiday Hustle, a special Yoga & Ayurveda class on Saturday, December 7th!

During this class, you’ll experience:
✨ Gentle yoga and meditation practices to center yourself
✨ Practical Ayurvedic tips for maintaining balance during the holiday season
✨ An opportunity to slow down and reconnect with what truly matters

This class is available to Mountain Experience visitors or Personal Overnight Retreat guests. Reserve your spot today: https://mountmadonna.org/calendar/balance-during-the-holidays/

This Thanksgiving, let’s embrace the practice of gratitude and contentment. 🍂 In Yoga, we are reminded that true fulfill...
11/28/2024

This Thanksgiving, let’s embrace the practice of gratitude and contentment. 🍂 In Yoga, we are reminded that true fulfillment comes not from having more, but from appreciating what we already have.

May your heart be filled with peace, joy, and gratitude today and always. 🙏✨

Nature’s gentle reminder to pause and appreciate the beauty around us. 🌅✨
11/26/2024

Nature’s gentle reminder to pause and appreciate the beauty around us. 🌅✨

Celebrate 2025 at our 46th Annual New Year’s Yoga Retreat from December 28th through January 1st. Explore Yoga’s timeles...
11/23/2024

Celebrate 2025 at our 46th Annual New Year’s Yoga Retreat from December 28th through January 1st. Explore Yoga’s timeless nature and discover lessons to help you achieve greater purity in your mind and heart.

During this four-day retreat…

🌞 Participate in daily asana (postures) and meditation sessions
🌿 Spend time in nature to unwind, reflect, and recharge
🎶 Enjoy joyful music and devotional singing
🤝 Connect with friends—both new and old!
🎉 Ring in the New Year with an open heart and vibrant spirit

Spots are filling up fast 👉 Tap the link in bio to join us!

Moments of joy and connection with Babaji, surrounded by the warmth of community and shared laughter. 💛 A reminder of th...
11/20/2024

Moments of joy and connection with Babaji, surrounded by the warmth of community and shared laughter. 💛

A reminder of the power of coming together in love and light.

✨ 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 ✨☀️🌼🌿

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This International Mountain Day, we celebrate the beauty, resilience, and serenity of the Santa Cruz Mountains, home to Mount Madonna. These majestic peaks inspire us and give us space to gather, pause, reflect, and connect with nature's wisdom. 🌄 #InternationalMountainDay #MountMadonna

🎨✨ 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/

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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.