3 Day Silent Meditation Retreat in Catskills, New York, USA
Awakening Silent Retreat in USA
Step away from the noise and reconnect with what truly matters through an immersive retreat experience that transforms from the inside out. Just a two-hour Amtrak train ride from NYC, with pickup available at Hudson Station. Discover the life-changing potential of meditation, silence, and yogic practices in just three meaningful days. During the retreat, you’ll follow a peaceful daily rhythm—starting with early morning meditation, nourishing meals, uplifting music, and inspiring workshops. Each part of the day is designed to help you reconnect with yourself and what truly matters. You’ll also spend time in nature, with a guided walk through the forest—a favorite moment for many participants. In the stillness of the natural world, it's easier to find inner calm and deepen your sense of connection.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Silent meditation with a mantra
- Kirtan chanting
- Guided nature walk
- Gentle yogic postures
- Special workshops
- 2 nights accommodation
- 3 daily vegetarian meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
3 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Dining area
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Nestled among the tranquil expanses of an 80-acre countryside property, the retreat center offers a harmonious blend of rustic charm and serene sophistication. The centerpiece of the retreat is a lovingly restored farmhouse, thoughtfully designed to host up to 20 guests, providing a variety of lodging options to suit every need.
Accommodations include a cozy double room complete with an attached private bathroom, offering an intimate escape for couples or solo travelers seeking solitude. Families or small groups can comfortably settle into our family room, which can graciously accommodate a family of four, ensuring a homey experience. Additionally, two charming double rooms with shared bathrooms offer a balance of privacy and affordability, while the two dormitory-style rooms, each capable of sleeping six individuals, present a perfect solution for larger groups or workshops.
The farmhouse itself radiates a warm, inviting atmosphere, featuring a spacious living room that encourages communal interaction and relaxation, a dining area, and a fully-equipped kitchen, all designed to make you feel at home.
A short stroll from the farmhouse leads to the auxiliary building, a testament to modern amenities set within nature's embrace. This facility boasts a commercial kitchen, capable of catering to up to 35 guests, ensuring that every meal is an event in itself. Adjacent to the culinary space lies our dining area, a place where guests can gather to enjoy the farm's bounty and share the day's experiences.
The crown jewel of the retreat is the new meditation and yoga hall. This serene space has been purpose-built to foster tranquility and introspection. With its expansive design, it accommodates group sessions, workshops, or solitary contemplation, all with the peaceful backdrop of the surrounding landscape.
The property itself is a living tapestry of lush forests and well-tended farmlands. Guests are invited to wander the forest trails, reconnect with nature, and perhaps even partake in the nurturing of the land with their small-scale farming activities. The surrounding beauty of woodlands and pastures makes for an idyllic setting to unwind, rejuvenate, and find inspiration.
The retreat center is more than just a place to stay—it's an experience woven into the fabric of the natural world, offering a retreat from the hectic pace of modern life and an opportunity to return to simplicity, peace, and self-discovery.
Program
Guided meditation
Immerse yourself in six guided meditation sessions that introduce you to the transformative power of mantra meditation—a deeply grounding and accessible practice. You’ll learn to use a universal mantra that evokes inner peace and love.
These sessions also include uplifting mantra chanting with music, creating a joyful yet inward-focused atmosphere. Simple stretching and gentle yogic movements will follow each meditation to balance the body after sitting in stillness. The aim is to help you experience the benefits of meditation firsthand and feel confident incorporating it into your daily life at home with ease.
Workshops and sessions
Go beyond techniques and into the deeper purpose behind meditation and yogic practices—and how they shape your experience. These thoughtful sessions invite you to reflect on the purpose of life and what it truly means to live with intention and meaning. Through accessible yet profound teachings drawn from yogic philosophy, you’ll explore the structure of the mind, the nature of consciousness, and how to reconnect with your deeper self. Grounded in timeless wisdom and adapted for today’s world, these workshops offer practical tools to help you live in alignment with your essence—moment by moment.
Silence and inner reflection
From the end of the first program until the closing circle on the third day, participants will remain in silence. This shared practice of quietude creates a powerful atmosphere for turning inward, cultivating mindfulness, and allowing deeper insights to arise. This will ensure that the retreat remains a sanctuary of inner stillness and reflection.
Benefits
- Transform your life through silent meditation practices
- Reconnect with nature during your retreat experience
- Unplug and experience a world beyond daily distractions
- Cultivate inner peace with daily yoga and meditation
- The ideal place to unplug, slow down that fast pace, and get back in touch with nature
- Be more relaxed and refreshed than you’ve ever been
- Become stronger mentally and find inner peace
- A chance to get away and step aside from all the hustle and bustle of city life
- Peace and quiet for the mind, refreshing energy for the body
- The ideal location to unplug and enjoy the beauty of nature
- Drop out of “normal life” for a period
- Have a wonderful time learning a different practice than your own
- Rediscover yourself after too long of feeling disconnected
What makes this retreat special
The 3-day silent meditation retreat is more than just meditation and yogic practices—it’s about creating meaningful experiences that leave a lasting impact. With the tranquility of the Catskills as your backdrop, you’ll step away from distraction, connect deeply with yourself, and discover the transformative power of silence.
From the end of the opening program on the first day until the closing circle on the third day, participants will remain in silence. This shared commitment fosters an atmosphere of depth, serenity, and inner reflection. At the final session, silence will be gently broken, offering space to share insights and experiences before returning to daily life.
Leave with renewed energy and a higher sense of purpose, ready to apply what you’ve gained in your everyday life.
Stress reduction and relaxation
Experience profound peace and tranquility that relieves stress, allowing you to relax and regain emotional balance. This retreat empowers you to replace overwhelm with calm, cultivating a lasting sense of serenity.
- Clarity and focus: Gain deep clarity on your life’s purpose and direction, sharpening your focus on what truly matters. Through meditation, silence, and yogic practices, you’ll find renewed insight into your goals and how to achieve them.
- Renewed energy and vitality: Rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit through calming meditation and gentle yogic practices that restore balance and energy. Rediscover a quiet vitality to meet each day with presence and renewed inspiration.
- Enhanced emotional intelligence: Build emotional strength and endurance by learning how to respond to challenges with conviction and determination. Cultivate emotional balance to navigate life’s ups and downs with a grounded perspective.
- Deeper connection to self and others: Develop a profound connection to your true self and a sense of unity with those around you. Through silence and yogic practices, you’ll foster empathy, compassion, and meaningful relationships—discovering a deeper sense of belonging in the world.
What to expect
During this 3-day silent meditation retreat, you can expect to step away from the constant demands and noise of daily life and enter a sanctuary of stillness. With no pressure to talk, no responsibilities to meet, and no distractions pulling at your attention, you’ll have the rare opportunity to fully disconnect from everyday stress. Through guided meditation, silence, and simple yogic practices, you’ll cultivate a deeper connection with yourself, experience greater inner peace, and return home refreshed, centered, and renewed.
Daily schedule
Day 1
- 16:00 Arrival and check-in
- 18:00 Introduction to silent meditation with mantra
- 19:00 Dinner
- 20:00 Opening program
- 21:00 Bedtime / quiet hours
Day 2
- 07:30 Mantra meditation and gentle yogic postures
- 08:30 Morning reflection
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Workshop 1
- 11:15 Free time
- 12:00 Introduction to kirtan chanting and meditation
- 13:00 Lunch
- 14:45 Forest / guided nature walk
- 16:00 Personal time
- 18:00 Kirtan chanting and mantra meditation
- 19:00 Dinner
- 20:00 Evening program
- 21:00 Bedtime / quiet hours
Day 3
- 07:30 Mantra meditation and gentle yogic postures
- 08:30 Morning reflection
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Workshop 2
- 11:00 Closing circle, group photo, and meditation
- 13:00 Lunch
- 14:00 Departure
Included excursions
- Forest / guided nature walk.
Instructors
Dada Rainjitananda
Dada Rainjitananda Avt, an Acarya (spiritual teacher) since 1984, is a yoga instructor (E-RYT500) affiliated with Yoga Alliance, USA. His journey as an acarya began in Africa, leading him across Europe from 1986 to 2000, imparting knowledge on yoga & meditation. Since settling in New York in 2000, he has introduced personal meditation techniques to numerous individuals and has delivered lectures in colleges and webinars in multiple languages, including English, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish. Currently, Dada is spearheading the establishment of a Meditation & Yoga Center in the Catskills, NY
Viveka Bruce McEwen
Dada Viveka began practicing meditation and yoga asanas (postures) in 1971 and has maintained a daily Ananda Marga practice since early 1972. He became an Acarya (spiritual teacher) in 2008 and is a registered Yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance. He holds a PhD in bio-chemistry and currently teaches meditation, asana, nutrition and stress management at the UAlbany, Heartspace Yoga studio and other venues
Retreat location
A natural setting for deep transformation
Nestled in the heart of the Catskills in Upstate New York, the retreat center is a hidden gem—surrounded by lush woods, pristine wetlands, open fields, and peaceful walking trails. This serene landscape offers not just beauty but a powerful space for inner transformation.
As you walk the forest paths, listen to the birdsong, or enjoy the silence beneath the open sky, nature gently draws you inward. The quiet, expansive surroundings support deep reflection, helping you reconnect with yourself and the world around you.
Guests often speak of how the environment itself becomes part of the enriching journey—a sanctuary where peace naturally arises, and clarity unfolds.
Just two hours from New York City by Amtrak train, the retreat is both remote and accessible. The Path of Bliss offers pick-up service from the local train station to make your arrival easy and stress-free.
Whether you come for peace and quiet, inspiration, or a new beginning, their sacred space welcomes you.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
The food is lacto-vegetarian (sáttvika food) with vegan options. They believe that food is an important part of any retreat, and they want to make sure that everyone has something to enjoy.
The chefs create delicious and nutritious meals that are lacto-vegetarian, and they also offer vegan options. They avoid using foods from the onion, garlic, and mushroom families, as these ingredients are not conducive to meditation and yogic practices.
They neither serve nor allow alcohol, smoking, or drugs on the premises, as they can interfere with the meditation and yoga process. They hope that you will enjoy your delicious and healthy food during your stay at our retreat!
What is Sáttvika food?
Sáttvika food is nourishing, clean, and good for both the body and the mind. It supports inner balance, clarity, and calmness—making it ideal for meditation and spiritual practice. At the retreats, they serve fresh, plant-based meals prepared with love and care, following the sáttvika tradition. This includes:
- Grains like rice, wheat, and barley
- Beans and lentils (except orange lentils)
- Fruits and root vegetables
- Green and leafy vegetables (with a few exceptions)
- Milk and dairy products (optional and used thoughtfully)
- Mild spices and natural sweets
They do not use onions, garlic, mushrooms, or certain specific vegetables (like violet carrots, white eggplant, red puni leaves, and mustard greens), as they are believed to overstimulate the body or mind. The result is food that is light, energizing, and easy to digest—helping you feel clear, centered, and peaceful throughout your retreat experience.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Lacto-ovo Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
What's included
- Daily meditation classes
- Specialized workshops
- Nature hikes with a trusted guide
- Parking
- Wi-Fi available
- Water, tea, and coffee are served throughout the day
- 3 daily, delicious, and nutritious meals
- 2 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Flights costs
- Travel insurance
- Visa fee
- Personal hygiene items
- Additional treatments
- Additional activities not included in the itinerary
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Albany International Airport
54 km away from your destination
Arrival by train:
Arrive at AMTRAK Train Station at Hudson, NY, and The Path of Bliss will pick you up for a 30 USD fee.
Arrival by bus:
Arrive at Catskill Park and Ride at Catskill, NY, and The Path of Bliss will pick you up for a 30 USD fee.
Contact The Path of Bliss in advance for arrangements. Keep in mind that trains and buses should be booked in advance because of limited availability on weekends.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 100% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
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