Event Type: Multiday Retreats

DATES: Registration open until October 15, 2021. Materials available as soon as you register; August – December, 2021.
Sliding scale: $199 – $1,008. Code SB2N21.

Description:
With a focus on interactive discussion, community building and current events, Sylvia (via video recording) and Heidi (live via Zoom) will share practical, accessible tools to respond to, practice in, and live in these uncharted times with mindfulness, presence, and an open heart. (Re)connect and be nurtured by the support of like-minded sangha, shared stories, and meaningful moments. Join us as we explore how to bring our practice more fully into everyday life and out into the world!

This iteration will be interactive discussion-based, led by facilitating teacher Heidi Bourne, and will include Dharma talks, discussion and reflection, guided meditation, and Q&A.

Course material (included): 11 video-based teachings with Sylvia on how to make your day-to-day experience a basis for mindfulness practice. Filmed at her home, Sylvia offers reflections, teachings, and instructions for everyday experiences such as drinking coffee, driving, preparing food and even walking your dog. Videos recorded in 2014.

With easy, accessible instructions based on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as well as Lovingkindness (Metta) practice, this class offers an opportunity to take your practice off of the cushion and into the world.

COURSE INCLUDES:
• 6 live Zoom sessions with Heidi Bourne (recorded and posted for later viewing)
• 11 recorded video teaching segments with Sylvia Boorstein
• A downloadable course manual

LIVE ZOOM SESSIONS:
6 weeks, Mondays, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
October 4 – November 8, 2021
Session dates: Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8

REGISTRATION AND ACCESSING COURSE MATERIAL:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to the course page. This course is useful for newer students as well as more experienced meditators who want to refresh their knowledge. The course materials will be available until December 1, 2021. Videos originally recorded in 2014.

Dates: 6 Sundays; September 19 – October 24, 2021; 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. US Pacific Time
Class dates: September 19, 26; October 3, 10, 17, 24; class time is the same for all 6 Sundays.
Sliding Scale: $108 – $240. Code: TE5C21.
Important Note: All participants must attend the first class meeting. Students are expected to attend at least 4 sessions.

Registration limit: 23 students. Series fills quickly so register early! No late additions unless by teacher approval.

ALL TEENS IN HIGH SCHOOL AND BEYOND ARE WELCOME

Description:
What would it be like to love yourself, trust yourself, and accept yourself… completely?

To be able to show up fully, in your own unique way?

Come join us! Let’s co-create a safe space to discover and nurture our authentic selves. A community where we can bring forth our joys and sorrows…and have honest conversations about what really matters.

In this six-week teen series, we’ll explore deep practices of mindfulness and lovingkindness…play with art and creativity…and connect through games, discussions, and one-on-one time.

Dates: Saturday to Sunday, October 30-31, 2021
Times: 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. US Pacific Time
Sliding Scale: $40-$200. Our sliding scale options for this program include financial support for our teachers. Code AJ1M21.

Description:
“By our willingness to mourn, we slowly acknowledge, integrate, and accept the truth of our losses. Sometimes the best way to let go is to grieve.” – Jack Kornfield

Grief can visit our hearts in many forms and for many reasons. Losses of death, identity, relationships, aging, and other unnamed disappearances can beckon grief to shroud the heart.

Through the practices of community gathering, inner reflection, and alignment with Earth-based practices, we will create a sacred space to touch into the places where grief resides. We will tenderly invite the heart to reclaim joy and to open to the hidden gifts of sorrow and loss.

The weekend retreat for self-identified BIPOC will unfold with an opening ritual, Dharma practice, healing meditations, time with nature, and noble silence.

All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds as space allows. For more information, please email Registration@spiritrock.org.

DATES: Registration open until October 15, 2021. Materials available as soon as you register; August – December, 2021.
Sliding scale: $199 – $1,008. Code SB2N21.

Description:
With a focus on interactive discussion, community building and current events, Sylvia (via video recording) and Heidi (live via Zoom) will share practical, accessible tools to respond to, practice in, and live in these uncharted times with mindfulness, presence, and an open heart. (Re)connect and be nurtured by the support of like-minded sangha, shared stories, and meaningful moments. Join us as we explore how to bring our practice more fully into everyday life and out into the world!

This iteration will be interactive discussion-based, led by facilitating teacher Heidi Bourne, and will include Dharma talks, discussion and reflection, guided meditation, and Q&A.

Course material (included): 11 video-based teachings with Sylvia on how to make your day-to-day experience a basis for mindfulness practice. Filmed at her home, Sylvia offers reflections, teachings, and instructions for everyday experiences such as drinking coffee, driving, preparing food and even walking your dog. Videos recorded in 2014.

With easy, accessible instructions based on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as well as Lovingkindness (Metta) practice, this class offers an opportunity to take your practice off of the cushion and into the world.

COURSE INCLUDES:
• 6 live Zoom sessions with Heidi Bourne (recorded and posted for later viewing)
• 11 recorded video teaching segments with Sylvia Boorstein
• A downloadable course manual

LIVE ZOOM SESSIONS:
6 weeks, Mondays, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
October 4 – November 8, 2021
Session dates: Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8

REGISTRATION AND ACCESSING COURSE MATERIAL:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to the course page. This course is useful for newer students as well as more experienced meditators who want to refresh their knowledge. The course materials will be available until December 1, 2021. Videos originally recorded in 2014.

Date(s): 6 Tuesdays; November 9 – December 14, 2021 (Nov 9, 16, 23, 30; Dec 7, 14)
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. US Pacific Time (same time for each session)
Sliding Scale: $75-$600. Code JB1C21.

Please Note: This retreat is offered online only. We invite you to try this creative form of practice as we take care of one another and respond skillfully to COVID-19.

Description:
This training will help you learn how to build personal, group, and community “transformation resilience” for the global climate emergency. Learn mindfulness skills to go beyond logistics and help organize neighborhoods to respond to climate and other disasters at the psychological level and reduce trauma.

You will learn: 

• Basic “Presencing” (mindfulness practices) and “Purposing” (compassionate action) skills that help you and others calm the mind, body, and emotions, and find meaning, direction, and realistic hope
• How to take responsibility for promoting Transformational Resilience by organizing Resilience Coordinating Councils
• How to build universal literacy about personal and collective Transformational Resilience that prevents and heals mental health and psycho-social-spiritual problems.
• How to motivate organizations to build a culture of Transformational Resilience, by having them incorporate resilience principles and practices 

We will also incorporate methods to cultivate awareness of, and address, racial and cultural biases to prevent and repair social injustices and inequalities.

All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds as space allows. For more information, please email Registration@spiritrock.org.

Dates: Saturday & Sunday, November 13-14, 2021
Times: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. US Pacific Time
Sliding Scale: $75-$600. Our sliding scale options for this program include financial support for our teachers. Code PB1M21.
Continuing Education Credits: This program offers 10 CE credits for $100 for psychologists, health & wellness coaches, and California licensed MFTs, LCSWs, LEPs, LPCCs, nurses, and chiropractors, licensed by the APA, NBHWC, California BBS, BRN, or BCE.*

Description:
At the end of life, no one wishes they had bought nicer things or read more social media posts. In our fast paced, goal-driven lives, we strive for meaningful connection with ourselves and others.

The simple practice of gratitude can awaken us to the outrageous beauty of life force already pulsing all around us. Gratitude is an antidote to our mind’s fear, opening the door to humility, reverence, and even devotion. It can permeate our deepest fears from eco-anxiety to sickness and loss. With gratitude and awe, we meet the world and feel the wonder and connection to the earth and all beings with the energy to transform and accept what is needed.

All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds as space allows. For more information, please email Registration@spiritrock.org.

Tentative Daily Schedule: (subject to change)
10:00-10:30 a.m. Opening meditation
10:30-11:00 a.m. Talk
11:00-11:45 a.m. Activity
11:45-12:30 a.m. Walking meditation
12:30-1:30 a.m. Lunch
1:30-2:00 a.m. Movement
2:00-2:30 a.m. Talk
2:30-3:15 a.m. Breakout groups
3:15-3:45 a.m. Large group discussion
3:45-4:00 a.m. Closing and dedication of merit

DATES: Registration open until October 15, 2021. Materials available as soon as you register; August – December, 2021.
Sliding scale: $199 – $1,008. Code SB2N21.

Description:
With a focus on interactive discussion, community building and current events, Sylvia (via video recording) and Heidi (live via Zoom) will share practical, accessible tools to respond to, practice in, and live in these uncharted times with mindfulness, presence, and an open heart. (Re)connect and be nurtured by the support of like-minded sangha, shared stories, and meaningful moments. Join us as we explore how to bring our practice more fully into everyday life and out into the world!

This iteration will be interactive discussion-based, led by facilitating teacher Heidi Bourne, and will include Dharma talks, discussion and reflection, guided meditation, and Q&A.

Course material (included): 11 video-based teachings with Sylvia on how to make your day-to-day experience a basis for mindfulness practice. Filmed at her home, Sylvia offers reflections, teachings, and instructions for everyday experiences such as drinking coffee, driving, preparing food and even walking your dog. Videos recorded in 2014.

With easy, accessible instructions based on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as well as Lovingkindness (Metta) practice, this class offers an opportunity to take your practice off of the cushion and into the world.

COURSE INCLUDES:
• 6 live Zoom sessions with Heidi Bourne (recorded and posted for later viewing)
• 11 recorded video teaching segments with Sylvia Boorstein
• A downloadable course manual

LIVE ZOOM SESSIONS:
6 weeks, Mondays, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
October 4 – November 8, 2021
Session dates: Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8

REGISTRATION AND ACCESSING COURSE MATERIAL:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to the course page. This course is useful for newer students as well as more experienced meditators who want to refresh their knowledge. The course materials will be available until December 1, 2021. Videos originally recorded in 2014.

Date(s): 6 Tuesdays; November 9 – December 14, 2021 (Nov 9, 16, 23, 30; Dec 7, 14)
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. US Pacific Time (same time for each session)
Sliding Scale: $75-$600. Code JB1C21.

Please Note: This retreat is offered online only. We invite you to try this creative form of practice as we take care of one another and respond skillfully to COVID-19.

Description:
This training will help you learn how to build personal, group, and community “transformation resilience” for the global climate emergency. Learn mindfulness skills to go beyond logistics and help organize neighborhoods to respond to climate and other disasters at the psychological level and reduce trauma.

You will learn: 

• Basic “Presencing” (mindfulness practices) and “Purposing” (compassionate action) skills that help you and others calm the mind, body, and emotions, and find meaning, direction, and realistic hope
• How to take responsibility for promoting Transformational Resilience by organizing Resilience Coordinating Councils
• How to build universal literacy about personal and collective Transformational Resilience that prevents and heals mental health and psycho-social-spiritual problems.
• How to motivate organizations to build a culture of Transformational Resilience, by having them incorporate resilience principles and practices 

We will also incorporate methods to cultivate awareness of, and address, racial and cultural biases to prevent and repair social injustices and inequalities.

All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds as space allows. For more information, please email Registration@spiritrock.org.

Dates: Saturday to Sunday, December 4-5, 2021
Times: Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. US Pacific Time; Sunday: 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. US Pacific Time
Sliding Scale: $70-$300. Our sliding scale options for this program include financial support for our teachers. Code KJ1M21.
Continuing Education (CE) credit available:
Teachings are appropriate for health care professionals as well as the general public. This program offers 7.5 CE credits for $75 for licensed psychologists, health & wellness coaches, and California licensed MFTs, LCSWs, LEPs, LPCCs, nurses, and chiropractors.

Description:
In this retreat, you’ll learn powerful ways to meet times of transition and challenge with wisdom, resilience, and balance.

In this period of unprecedented uncertainty and stress, many of us feel like the ground is being pulled out from under us. Perhaps we are at a crossroads, needing to make a huge decision, and we don’t know which way to go. We may be experiencing personal loss or hardship, or we may be touching the immensity of our collective disruption and polarization.

Kaira Jewel Lingo will offer teachings and practices based on her new book, We Were Made for These Times, drawing from her own experience with seasons of change and challenge, to support you in difficult times.

Time-honored teachings will help you develop ease, trust in life, presence, and self-compassion, so you can meet the individual and collective pain of these times with an open heart and clear mind.

All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds as space allows. For more information, please email Registration@spiritrock.org.

Tentative Daily Schedule:
Saturday Schedule (note, Eastern Time in parenthesis)
9:00 a.m. (12:00 p.m ET) Welcome
9:10 a.m. (12:10 p.m. ET) Introductions and Overview of the 2 days
9:20 a.m. (12:20 p.m. ET) Somatic practice
9:35 a.m. (12:35 p.m. ET) Meditation
10:00 a.m. (1:00 p.m. ET) Break
10:10 a.m. (1:10 p.m. ET)) Body practice
10:20 a.m. (1:20 p.m. ET) Dharma Talk
10:50 a.m. (1:50 p.m. ET) Journaling
11:00 a.m. (2:00 p.m. ET) Q&A
11:20 a.m. (2:20 p.m. ET) Group sharing
11:30 a.m. (2:30 p.m. ET) Break
12:30 p.m. (3:30 p.m. ET) Welcome, movement
12:45 p.m. (3:45 p.m. ET) Meditation
1:15 p.m. (4:15 p.m. ET) Dharma Talk
1:50 p.m. (4:50 p.m. ET) Break
2:00 p.m. (5:00 p.m. ET) Journaling
2:10 p.m. (5:10 p.m. ET) Small groups
2:40 p.m. (5:40 p.m. ET) Group sharing
2:50 p.m. (5:50 p.m. ET) Closing Practice
3:00 p.m. (6:00 p.m. ET) End

Sunday Schedule: (note, Eastern Time in parenthesis)
12:30 p.m. (3:30 p.m. ET) Welcome, movement
12:40 p.m. (3:40 p.m. ET) Meditation
1:10 p.m. (4:10 p.m. ET) Talk
1:50 p.m. (4:50 p.m. ET) Break
2:00 p.m. (5:00 p.m. ET) Journaling
2:10 p.m. (5:10 p.m. ET) Small groups
2:40 p.m. (5:40 p.m. ET) Group sharing
2:50 p.m. (5:50 p.m. ET) Closing Practice
3:00 p.m. (6:00 p.m. ET) End

Dates: Saturday to Sunday, December 18-19, 2021
Times: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. US Pacific Time
Sliding Scale: $75-$600. Our sliding scale options for this program include financial support for our teachers. Code DR3M21.
Continuing Education (CE) credit available: This program offers 10 CE credits for $100 for psychologists, health & wellness coaches, and California licensed MFTs, LCSWs, LEPs, LPCCs, nurses, and chiropractors, licensed by the APA, NBHWC, California BBS, BRN, or BCE.*

Please Note: This retreat is offered online only. We invite you to try this creative form of practice as we take care of one another and respond skillfully to COVID-19.

Description:
At this time of the Winter Solstice, of maximum darkness, we will take stock of our lives and strengthen our orientation toward wisdom and compassion in all parts of our lives. We will remind ourselves of impermanence and the fragility of everything, of our tendencies at times to reactivity rather than responsiveness, and of our interdependence. Seeing clearly how things are and our vulnerability to confusion, how could we be other than kind? Developing our kindness, through seeing when we are not kind, is the great work of the purification of the heart. As we go back to the fundamentals of the wise heart, our insight and commitments can deepen, and we may also arrive at new understandings and directions that can guide us in this next cycle of our lives.

In this two-day retreat, we will support this process with sitting and walking meditation, short talks, and discussion.

All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds as space allows. For more information, please email Registration@spiritrock.org.

Dates: Saturday to Thursday, December 18-23, 2021 (6 days). A daily schedule will be posted closer to the retreat.
Sliding Scale: $245-$1800, PLUS a donation to the teacher(s). Code 318R21.

Please Note: This retreat is offered online only. We invite you to try this creative form of practice as we take care of one another and respond skillfully to COVID-19.

Description:
This retreat will support centering ourselves during the time of the December holiday season and the New Year, through quieting our minds, grounding in our bodies, and opening our hearts. There will be special emphasis on embracing the darkness, to including our difficulties and challenges, and to welcoming the coming light — including joy, wisdom, and love. The retreat will include sitting and walking meditation instructions, daily loving kindness and Qigong practice, evening dharma talks, practice check in’s, and a Winter Solstice ceremony.

All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds as space allows. For more information, please email Registration@spiritrock.org.