Blue Moon Silent Retreat

The Blue Moon Silent Retreat at Satchidananda Ashram Yogaville is a perfect opportunity to take a break from the stresses of daily life and immerse yourself in a peaceful, supportive environment.

You will be guided in the various yoga and meditation practices and given the space to be with your Self.

Spiritually, a blue moon is considered a rare and powerful event symbolizing change, second chances, and heightened awareness. It amplifies the energies of a full moon, making it an opportune time for reflection, setting intentions, and deep spiritual work.

Through the powerful practices of mouna (silence), yoga, and meditation, you will rediscover your inherent nature of peace and joy in a peaceful oasis. Swami Satchidananda taught that inner transformation is the key to outer change. When we nurture peace and happiness within, we naturally radiate positivity to the world around us.
The Blue Moon Silent Retreat Schedule includes:
Sun Salutation/ Surya Namaskar practice with mantras: gentle and chair yoga options are offered. Moon Salutation/ Chandra Namaskar practice with mantras. Mantra Chanting: Gayatri and Purnima Mantras explained and chanted at the LOTUS temple. Restorative Yoga for total relaxation and release of stress. Karma Yoga: yoga of action/selfless service at the ashram organic farm (weather dependent). Sunrise meditation overlooking the Blue Ridge mountains and Lotus Temple.

Healing Silence: Discover the power of quietude for deep personal
insight and lasting serenity.
Guided Practices: Experience yoga philosophy, meditation, breathwork, postures, and relaxation led by experienced instructors.
Support & Connection: Reach out with written questions, or opt for private mentoring, so your journey is always supported.
Open to All: Whether you’re new or experienced in yoga and meditation, everyone is welcome.

Testimonials:
Satya was wonderful! I learned a lot from her and her voice was a stress reduction in itself. — Sue Bechtel
First of all, I love my teacher. She is so knowledgeable and such a peaceful being that I enjoy so much! Restorative Yoga is a wonderful practice to calm and relax! Yummy! — Sundari
[Satya] has a very calming, grounding effect. [She is] very attentive to the different needs of attendees. — Past Participant
Satya emanated an authentic love and sharing of that love with the students. She was very clear, compassionate, and concise. — Past Participant 



Program Schedule





THURSDAY



3–5 pm
Registration


5–6:30
Integral Yoga Hatha – Mixed Level


6-6:30
Meditation


6:30–7:30
Dinner


7:30–9
Introductions and Purnima Overview



FRIDAY



5:45-6:15
Guided Meditation


6:30-8
Gentle S.L.O.T.H. Yoga
Integral Yoga Hatha - Level 2


8:30–9:30
Breakfast


10–11:30
Purnima Sadhana: Surya (Sun)


12-12:30 pm
Puja at Kailash or Meditation at Guru Bhavan or Chidambaram


12:45–1:30
Lunch


1:30-2:30
Be Free (Journal, Hike, Read, Rest etc.)


2:30-4:30
Yogaville Farm Karma Yoga (van leaves at 2:30)


5:30-6:30
Stretch and Relax


6:30–7:15
Dinner


7:30
Vans to LOTUS


7:45–9
Gayatri Chanting at LOTUS



SATURDAY



6:30–7
Guided Meditation


7:10-8:40
Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 1
Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 2
Joint Freeing Series


8:30–9:30
Breakfast


10–11:30
Purnima Sadhana: Chandra (Moon)


11:45
Van to LOTUS (meet behind dorms)


12–12:30
Meditation at LOTUS


12:45–1:30 pm
Lunch


1:30-3
Be Free (Journal, Hike, Read, Rest etc.)


3:30-5:30
Restorative Yoga


5:30–6:15
Dinner


7:30–9
Satsang (Gathering of Seekers of the Truth)
Kirtan, Video of Swami Satchidananda
Speaker: Rev Bhavani Metro



SUNDAY



5:50 am
Vans to Kailash


6:15–6:45
Purnima Darshan at Kailash


7:10–8:40
Sun/Moon Hatha Yoga


8:30–9:30
Breakfast


10-11:30
Purnima at Home and Q&A


12-12:30 pm
Meditation


12:45–1:30
Lunch