Foundations of Meditation
Multiple Dates Select From The Dates Below!
Meditation & Mindfulness, On Land Retreats
Whether you’re brand new to meditation or looking to return to the basics, Foundations of Meditation offers a supportive and accessible entry point into contemplative practice. In the serene natural setting of Drala Mountain Center’s 600-acres of forest land, participants will be guided through the essential principles of mindfulness and awareness meditation, learning simple techniques for calming the mind, working with thoughts and emotions, and cultivating presence in everyday life.
The retreat will also weave in foundational Buddhist teachings to offer context and inspiration for your practice—highlighting meditation’s deeper roots in wisdom, compassion, and self-discovery. Sessions will include guided meditations and teachings, group discussion, and time for reflection in nature.
No previous experience is necessary—just a curiosity about meditation and a willingness to explore the stillness within.
Sample Schedule
Friday
Check-In | 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Orientation | 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dinner | 6:00 pm- 7:00 pm
Program Session | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday
Optional Early Morning Session | 5:30 am – 7:00 am
Breakfast | 7:30 am – 9:00 am
Program Session | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Lunch | 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Free Time / Program Session | 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Program Session | 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dinner | 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Sunday
Optional Early Morning Session | 5:30 am – 7:00 am
Breakfast | 7:30 am – 9:00 am
Program Session | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Lunch & Departure | 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Available Program Dates
Dates in 2025
Aug 15-17 | 2025Sep 05-07 | 2025
Dec 05-07 | 2025
Dates in 2026
Jan 16-18 | 2026Feb 20-22 | 2026
Apr 03-05 | 2026
July 10-12 | 2026