Golden Leaves, Buddha Mind Meditation Retreat

Join us for a nourishing weekend of presence, connection, and renewal as we gather in the beauty of autumn. Together, we’ll slow down and attune to the season of letting go, turning inward, and finding balance.

Our time will be gently structured around practices that open both body and heart, including:

• Mindfulness practices (singing, silent meditation, walking meditation)
• Relatefulness practices to cultivate mindful connection in conversation
• Somatic movement for embodied awareness and ease
• Sangha sharing circles to deepen in community
• Wholesome seasonal meals to nourish body and spirit (vegetarian meals with vegan options)

No prior experience is needed—just an openness to arrive as you are.

Retreat Teachers

• David Viafora – ordained member of the Order of Interbeing, longtime Plum Village practitioner, retreat leader, and therapist.
• James Dial – certified Relatefulness Facilitator and Coach with years of mindfulness practice and group facilitation experience.
• Anna Morozova – movement facilitator and expressive arts practitioner trained in Somatic Psychology, integrating mindfulness and embodiment.

Schedule

• Friday, Oct. 24: 6:30 – 9pm (dinner not included)
• Saturday, Oct. 25: 10am – 6pm (lunch & dinner included)
• Sunday, Oct. 26: 10am – 1pm (picnic lunch included)

Retreat Fees (Sliding Scale)

• Supporter: $395 (helps cover others in need)
• Self-sustaining: $295 (covers your own participation)
• Scholarship: $195 (reduced rate for those needing support)

Scholarships
We are dedicated to making this retreat accessible to all. To apply before registering, visit: Scholarship Request Form

Cancellation Policy

• 30+ days before retreat: Full refund minus $50 admin fee
• 10–30 days before retreat: 75% refund
• Less than 10 days: No refund

For more information such as what to expect, and a sample schedule, please check out the event page on our website here:
https://www.greatwoodszen.org/retreats

Register here:
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/mindfulness-retreats

Please note RSVPing on this meetup event does not secure you a spot on the retreat. You must register with the previously mentioned link to be officially registered.

Questions? Contact us at [Connect@GreatwoodsZen.org](mailto:Connect@GreatwoodsZen.org)