Sitting in Beauty: A 5-Day Silent Meditation Retreat

A secular silent retreat in the MBSR tradition

Offered in the tradition of Jon Kabat-Zinn’s Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, this retreat explores mindfulness meditation alongside yoga, slow walking, mindful eating, and loving-kindness practice. It includes guided instruction, talks, and a small-group meeting, all held in a silent, supportive atmosphere.

April 16–21, 2027 · On-land at Drala Mountain Center in Red Feather Lakes, Colorado. Meals included.

Teachers

Janet Solyntjes, who leads silent retreats in both the Shambhala tradition and MBSR-based secular mindfulness.

Who it’s for

Anyone wanting an extended, supported silent retreat.

About Drala Mountain Center

Drala Mountain Center spans 600 acres of ponderosa forest, meadows, and valleys high in the Colorado Rockies, crowned by the 108-foot Great Stupa of Dharmakaya. Lodging ranges from private rooms to dorms and tents, and financial assistance is available. Drala is one of the picks in Mindful’s 2027 Retreat Guide.

Price shown is tuition; lodging is booked separately and added at checkout. Click the button below to learn more and register.