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2025 Meditation Retreat

Toronto, ON

​Dates:  Friday, July 4 to Sunday, July 6 
  • Friday, July 4 - 7:00pm
  • Saturday, July 5 - 9:30am & 7:00pm
  • Sunday, July 6 - 9:30am

​*All programs include a light vegetarian meal*

Suggested Donation: Full Retreat - $140
  • Individual sessions - $35 per session

How to Register:
  • Register here
  • The deadline for online registration is June 30.

ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.  
We cannot guarantee space without advance registration.
Retreat Venue:
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​Sri Sri Sri Shivabalayogi Centre for Meditation & Culture
750 Oakdale Rd., Unit #4
​North York, ON

Typical Daily Program for Retreat 

Morning Session:
  • 9:30am - Meditation (1 hour silent meditation)
  • 10:30am - Bhajans (devotional singing) and Arthi
  • 11:15am - Q&A w/Sri Swamiji
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Lunch (vegetarian) 
  • 12:00pm -1:00 pm -  Darshan w/Sri Swamiji 
  • 1:00pm - 2:30pm - Seva (Cleaning, organizing, errands, etc.)

Break:
  • 2:30pm-6:45pm - Break/Rest

​Evening session:
  • 7:00pm - Meditation 
  • 8:00pm - Bhajans and Arthi
  • 9:00-9:45 pm - Darshan w/Sri Swamiji  
  • 9:00pm - 10:00pm - Dinner (vegetarian) 
  • 10:00pm - 10:30pm - Seva (Cleaning, setup for next day)

NOTES 
  • The schedule may vary. Attendees should be prompt for all activities. 
  • Ashram rules apply: Modest attire and behavior should be followed. See Q&A below.
  • Seva, or service work, is an important part of the Retreat. Participation in housekeeping chores or special projects is expected of everyone.

Meals

A vegetarian meal will be served Friday through Sunday for all attendees. We cannot guarantee accommodation of individual dietary restrictions.

Commonly asked questions: 

​To familiarize yourself with protocol at programs such as Sri Swamiji‘s, here are a few Q and A:

Q: What should I wear?
  • Both men and women should wear modest, conservative clothing to the Retreat and Meditation Programs. This will indicate respect for Sri Swamiji and the sacred space; it will allow other attendees to focus on Sri Swamiji’s teachings and their meditation practice, rather than being distracted by revealing clothing.
  • Shoulders must be covered. No tank-tops or low-cut shirts.  No midriff-baring shirts or tight-fitting clothes.  Men’s shorts should be knee-length.  Women’s pants and skirts should cover the knees (mid-calf or ankle-length).
 
Q: What should I bring?
  • Loose, comfortable clothing.  A light-weight sweater or blanket for chilly, air-conditioned rooms.
  • Your own asana (cushion) for sitting on the floor; or, to add to the provided chairs. 
  • Your own re-usable water bottle (to cut down on plastic bottles); can be refilled from the water dispenser on-site.
 
Q: What is customary behavior upon entering the Meditation Hall?
  • Arrive with good hygiene.
  • Shoes must be removed before entering the Meditation Hall.
  • Do not point your feet toward the Guru, the altar, or any Deity when seated on the floor. 
  • Do not sit with your back to the Guru.
  • When Prasad (blessed food) is passed out, please accept it in your right hand.
  • Practice silence as much as possible while in the Meditation Hall; when speaking, use a quiet, respectful tone of voice.
  • Avoid hugging and other demonstrations of affection while in the Meditation Hall and in the presence of the Guru.

For more Q&A see: Dhyana
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