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Starting Anew - A Mindfulness Retreat for the New Year
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Starting Anew - A Mindfulness Retreat for the New Year
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January 9 - 11, 2026
About this Retreat
Linda Copenhagen holds a degree in accounting from San Francisco State University and is a Certified Public Accountant. She has studied Tibetan Buddhism in the Nyingma lineage since 1996. For the past several years she has been a CFO and financial consultant in the non-profit sector. Formerly, she has held roles as Director of Corporate Accounting at Art.com, Inc, Senior Director at Leapfrog Enterprises and Controller/Director of Finance in several technology startups. Linda now brings both her Buddhist studies and financial background to her current role as Co-Director at Ratna Ling.
Maria Helena Kubrusly is a founding member of the Nyingma center in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. An Odiyan resident since 1999, Maria Helena works regularly with Tarthang Tulku Rinpoche on administrative and community matters. Maria Helena has offered retreats and courses in the US, Brazil, and Europe, online and in person. She has a masters degree in Applied Linguistics from Lancaster University, UK.
Details of this retreat
Imagine this coming new year and as you imagine consider how you want to show up for yourself, your loved ones, and your coworkers. Here, you can take the time to reflect on your thoughts, words, and actions, and learn to create spaciousness in your mind. Through meditation, you become more aware of the patterns that drive and motivate your actions. This January retreat is designed for you to get to know yourself better and consider how you want your 2026 to unfold.
This retreat is open to all levels of meditators, from beginners to experienced. Chairs are optional.
COVID POLICY: For your safety and ours, we require that all guests be vaccinated against Covid and provide proof of a negative Covid test result within 48 hours of arrival. We wish to provide peace of mind for all of our residents and guests.
This weekend includes:
Loving-kindness Meditation
Sound Meditation
Meditation in Nature
Tibetan Yoga (Kum Nye) and Mantra
Reading materials and a journal for self-reflection
Schedule: (Subject to Change)
FRIDAY
3:00-4:00 Check-in
5:30-6:30 Dinner
6:30-8:00 Opening Circle & Meditation
SATURDAY
8:00-9:00 Breakfast
9:00-10:30 Tibetan Yoga (Kum Nye) and meditation: Awakening the Senses
11:00-12:15 Meditation in Nature
12:15 Lunch
1:00-1:30 Temple Tour (optional)
1:00-4:30 Quiet Time- Optional massage and wellness treatments by appointment
3:30 - 4:15. Optional Sitting Meditation Session
4:30-5:30 Loving-kindness Meditation
5:30-6:30 Dinner
6:30-8:00 Self-Massage and Tibetan Bowl Sound Meditation
SUNDAY
8:00-8:45 Tibetan Yoga (Kum Nye)
9:00-10:00 Closing Circle
10:00-11:00 Brunch
12:00 PM Checkout
For directions to Ratna Ling - Ratna Ling Retreat Center 35755 Hauser Bridge Rd Cazadero, CA 95421
Accommodations are beautiful lux cabins
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Transportation to/from Ratna Ling is NOT included - carpooling encouraged
Payments are nonrefundable and transferable to a future Ratna Ling stay or retreat
Each cottage includes TWO private rooms with queen beds, large dining & living area, gas fireplace,
spacious deck, jacuzzi tub, linens/towels/hand soap, kitchenette with tea & coffee, complimentary wireless internet. Towels and hand soap are provided.
vegetarian meals are served during our weekend together.
What people are saying about our retreats:
“The accommodations were great along with the beautiful surroundings - everything was so peaceful and nurturing”
“The practices were effective in making my mind quieter and more expansive. I needed this reinforcement of meditation principles to get back on track.”
“It helped me get in touch with my mind and body again. Helped me remember things about myself I had forgotten. Brought new practices into my knowledge that I can take further."
"I liked the way the retreat was organized. The presenters worked well together and the progression of practices was effective. I loved the sensory activities outside."
“Space and time for meditation and movement classes were truly wonderful.”
“Deep emotional work. Sitting in stillness. The beautiful spacious cottage, space to relax and unwind..."
This retreat is open to all levels of meditators, from beginners to experienced. Chairs are optional.
COVID POLICY: For your safety and ours, we require that all guests be vaccinated against Covid and provide proof of a negative Covid test result within 48 hours of arrival. We wish to provide peace of mind for all of our residents and guests.
This weekend includes:
Loving-kindness Meditation
Sound Meditation
Meditation in Nature
Tibetan Yoga (Kum Nye) and Mantra
Reading materials and a journal for self-reflection
Schedule: (Subject to Change)
FRIDAY
3:00-4:00 Check-in
5:30-6:30 Dinner
6:30-8:00 Opening Circle & Meditation
SATURDAY
8:00-9:00 Breakfast
9:00-10:30 Tibetan Yoga (Kum Nye) and meditation: Awakening the Senses
11:00-12:15 Meditation in Nature
12:15 Lunch
1:00-1:30 Temple Tour (optional)
1:00-4:30 Quiet Time- Optional massage and wellness treatments by appointment
3:30 - 4:15. Optional Sitting Meditation Session
4:30-5:30 Loving-kindness Meditation
5:30-6:30 Dinner
6:30-8:00 Self-Massage and Tibetan Bowl Sound Meditation
SUNDAY
8:00-8:45 Tibetan Yoga (Kum Nye)
9:00-10:00 Closing Circle
10:00-11:00 Brunch
12:00 PM Checkout
For directions to Ratna Ling - Ratna Ling Retreat Center 35755 Hauser Bridge Rd Cazadero, CA 95421
Accommodations are beautiful lux cabins
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Transportation to/from Ratna Ling is NOT included - carpooling encouraged
Payments are nonrefundable and transferable to a future Ratna Ling stay or retreat
Each cottage includes TWO private rooms with queen beds, large dining & living area, gas fireplace,
spacious deck, jacuzzi tub, linens/towels/hand soap, kitchenette with tea & coffee, complimentary wireless internet. Towels and hand soap are provided.
vegetarian meals are served during our weekend together.
What people are saying about our retreats:
“The accommodations were great along with the beautiful surroundings - everything was so peaceful and nurturing”
“The practices were effective in making my mind quieter and more expansive. I needed this reinforcement of meditation principles to get back on track.”
“It helped me get in touch with my mind and body again. Helped me remember things about myself I had forgotten. Brought new practices into my knowledge that I can take further."
"I liked the way the retreat was organized. The presenters worked well together and the progression of practices was effective. I loved the sensory activities outside."
“Space and time for meditation and movement classes were truly wonderful.”
“Deep emotional work. Sitting in stillness. The beautiful spacious cottage, space to relax and unwind..."
Getting Here
Directions
San Francisco International and Oakland International airports are approximately three hours south of Ratna Ling by car. Alaska Airlines flies to and from Sonoma County Airport in Santa Rosa which is approximately 1.5 hours from Ratna Ling by car. Unfortunately, there are no shuttles that bring you directly to Ratna Ling, so it is best to rent a car or email us to support in coordinating a carpool with fellow retreatants.
Accommodation
14 guest cottages on 120 acres of property. Each spacious, quiet cottage has 2 private rooms, with high ceilings and a deck with a view. Cottages include jet tubs (or ADA shower), towels, deluxe linens, refrigerator, tea kettle, coffee/tea, kitchen sink/counter, diningware, dining table, and living room with a stove fireplace. Free wifi available and a landline telephone. Guests can choose to have an exclusive cottage for ONE person; a private room for ONE person in a SHARED cottage; or a cottage for TWO people. Any additional guest after TWO is $100 per person per night. Meals and classes included.
Shared Cottage: Priced per person for a private bedroom in a two bedroom cottage with shared bath
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Three miles from the beautiful Sonoma coast. Organic, vegetarian meals. 120 acres of redwoods, canyons, reservoirs, and wildlife. Sacred architecture timber cottages and communal spaces. Featured stupas, gardens, and temple empowered by Tibetan Buddhist Lama Tarthang Tulku Rinpoche.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
All of our meals are organic and vegetarian, made with love and care.
We provide homemade yogurt and granola for breakfast. Lunches and dinners always include salads or salad bar. Each meal is self-served on a buffet table.
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Wonderful experience
Loved all aspects of the retreat and the property. Really special place.
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My retreat at Ratna Ling was exactly what I needed to deepen my meditation practice - body breath and mind!
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Beautiful place and in pristine condition.
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Breathtaking Beauty
Everything is coming up beautiful if you're planning to stay at the Ratna Ling Retreat Center.
Joined my daughter for the Radiance Retreat, hosted by the most delightful Yoga and Meditation professionals who's gifts were boundless and generously shared them with us.
The Cabin was clean, spacious, and newly renovated with natural light and heavenly views. We were bathed in millions of stars at night, cooled by refreshing fog in the morning, and surrounded by soaring trees and warming sunshine.
The staff are volunteers, and delightful without exception. The food was lovingly prepared fresh daily, and absolutely delicious.
The Retreat center includes a beautiful lodge, eating area with indoor/outdoor seating and the most enchanting Tibetan Buddhist Temple and we highly recommend the tour and if you are very lucky, George will be your tour guide.
Don't hesitate to experience the joy, laughter and enlightenment of the Ratna Ling Retreat Center. You will remember the experience with reverence.
Joined my daughter for the Radiance Retreat, hosted by the most delightful Yoga and Meditation professionals who's gifts were boundless and generously shared them with us.
The Cabin was clean, spacious, and newly renovated with natural light and heavenly views. We were bathed in millions of stars at night, cooled by refreshing fog in the morning, and surrounded by soaring trees and warming sunshine.
The staff are volunteers, and delightful without exception. The food was lovingly prepared fresh daily, and absolutely delicious.
The Retreat center includes a beautiful lodge, eating area with indoor/outdoor seating and the most enchanting Tibetan Buddhist Temple and we highly recommend the tour and if you are very lucky, George will be your tour guide.
Don't hesitate to experience the joy, laughter and enlightenment of the Ratna Ling Retreat Center. You will remember the experience with reverence.
