5-Day Meditation, Yoga, And Wellness Retreat
5-Day Meditation, Yoga, And Wellness Retreat
Ananda Dhiira Yoga & Meditation Center, 19393 Sanctuary Road, Penn Valley, CA 95946, United States
Up to 15 in group
May 27 - 31, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Meditation classes provide an introduction to the practice
- Yoga sessions to help participants improve their physical and mental health
- Nature walks allow participants to connect with the beautiful natural environment surrounding the retreat center
- Treatments and therapies to support healing and relaxation
- Healthy meals and juices made from mostly organic, fresh fruits and vegetables
- Social activities and games to foster a sense of community
- Access to the nearby South Yuba River for swimming, provides an opportunity to immerse oneself in nature
About this Retreat
The meditation practices gradually became a profound source of happiness until, at age twenty-three, he decided to dedicate his life to teaching meditation and living as a monk.
Dada is a musician who loves classical music and sings mantra music and the Prabhata Samgiita devotional songs.
He has been teaching people meditation and yoga since 2005 in Taiwan, Russia, Canada, and the US.
Didi Ananda Acira learned meditation in Indonesia in the year 2000.
She became a nun in the year 2006 and was working mainly in South East Asia.
She moved to the United States in 2014 and is teaching meditation, yoga, and yoga detox at Ananda Dhiira Meditation Center in Penn Valley, California.
She receives small groups at Ananda Dhiira for meditation and detox retreats and teaches at Meditation Steps retreats in the USA.
Special Interests:
Meditation, yoga, yogic lifestyle, and philosophy
Health, wellness, and natural detox
Organic farming and living a natural lifestyle
Details of this retreat
Welcome to the Meditation, Yoga, and Wellness Retreat at Ananda Dhiira, Penn Valley, California, from May 27 - 31, 2026! During this retreat, we will do light graduated fasting with classes on meditation, health and nutrition, naturopathic treatments, and Kiirtana and meditation. Didi Ananda Acira and Dada Diiptimanananda will lead this retreat.
This meditation and yoga retreat, led by experienced teachers Didi Ananda Acira and Dada Diiptimanananda, offers a unique opportunity for spiritual growth and connection. With decades of experience, Didi and Dada will guide participants in meditation, yoga, and naturopathic treatments, providing personalized techniques and recommendations on yoga, diet, and lifestyle habits to support overall well-being.
At the core of the retreat is the mantra Baba Nam Kevalam, meaning “Love is all there is.” This universal mantra helps participants connect to the essence of infinite love and consciousness, fostering a sense of inner peace and unity. Kiirtana, the practice of singing this mantra aloud while ideating on the Supreme Being, engages the mind and senses, creating an uplifting and blissful experience. The chant is accompanied by the Lalita Marmika dance, a devotional movement that relaxes the body, deepens surrender, and prepares the mind for meditation. Originating from ancient Indian spiritual traditions, this combination of chanting and dancing purifies the mind, accelerates spiritual growth, and helps dissolve egotism. By focusing all sensory and motor activities on the Supreme Consciousness, participants can experience heightened mental clarity, relief from stress, and a profound connection to the infinite within.
The retreat will feature light meals on Wednesday and Thursday, a juice fast on Friday, and a return to light meals on Saturday and Sunday, supporting physical detoxification and mental focus. Participants will also spend a rejuvenating half-day by the nearby South Yuba River, engaging in Kiirtana, meditation, mud-packs, and a picnic lunch in a serene natural setting, with the option to enjoy the river’s cold, pure, mountain-fed waters.
This retreat combines yoga, meditation, and time in nature to create a holistic experience designed to deepen spiritual connection, relax the body, and inspire the soul.
This meditation and yoga retreat, led by experienced teachers Didi Ananda Acira and Dada Diiptimanananda, offers a unique opportunity for spiritual growth and connection. With decades of experience, Didi and Dada will guide participants in meditation, yoga, and naturopathic treatments, providing personalized techniques and recommendations on yoga, diet, and lifestyle habits to support overall well-being.
At the core of the retreat is the mantra Baba Nam Kevalam, meaning “Love is all there is.” This universal mantra helps participants connect to the essence of infinite love and consciousness, fostering a sense of inner peace and unity. Kiirtana, the practice of singing this mantra aloud while ideating on the Supreme Being, engages the mind and senses, creating an uplifting and blissful experience. The chant is accompanied by the Lalita Marmika dance, a devotional movement that relaxes the body, deepens surrender, and prepares the mind for meditation. Originating from ancient Indian spiritual traditions, this combination of chanting and dancing purifies the mind, accelerates spiritual growth, and helps dissolve egotism. By focusing all sensory and motor activities on the Supreme Consciousness, participants can experience heightened mental clarity, relief from stress, and a profound connection to the infinite within.
The retreat will feature light meals on Wednesday and Thursday, a juice fast on Friday, and a return to light meals on Saturday and Sunday, supporting physical detoxification and mental focus. Participants will also spend a rejuvenating half-day by the nearby South Yuba River, engaging in Kiirtana, meditation, mud-packs, and a picnic lunch in a serene natural setting, with the option to enjoy the river’s cold, pure, mountain-fed waters.
This retreat combines yoga, meditation, and time in nature to create a holistic experience designed to deepen spiritual connection, relax the body, and inspire the soul.
Schedule
What To Expect:
A lot of Kiirtana Singing (mantra singing using the mantra Baba Nam Kevalam, meaning Love is All There Is)
Four days of graduated fasting (light meals)
One day of juice fasting
Three sattvic vegetarian meals, juices, and smoothies per day prepared by our spiritual teachers
Yoga classes in the morning and evening
Collective meditation four times a day
Inspirational talks on healthy living, diet, meditation, yoga, philosophy, food, and nutrition
Fun games and workshops
Outdoor walks and activities
Individual meditation lessons with our teachers (optional)
Mud Packs (optional)
Outing to the South Yuba River
Relax your body and calm your mind in a tranquil, beautiful environment.
During the Friday juice fasting, we will go for an outing by the nearby South Yuba River, where we will enjoy mud packs, singing Kiirtana, meditation, and juice in the beautiful natural environment. The river has pure, cold, mountain-fed water for those who love cold plunges.
Naturopathy Modalities Used During the Retreat:
During the retreat, we will introduce food and fasting as medicine and experience graduated fasting and juice fasting throughout the retreat.
The elimination of toxins is achieved through juice fasting, yoga asanas, sauna, mud treatments, massage, hot and cold packs, cold plunges, hip baths, and meditation.
The intensity levels of the fasting may vary according to the physical condition of the participants.
Yogic fasting and detox is a safe and effective way to rid the body of harmful toxins.
The juices, smoothies, and light meals contain highly nutritious foods and superfoods. All of these tools aid in restoring the body to its optimum health and building vitality through lifestyle changes.
A lot of Kiirtana Singing (mantra singing using the mantra Baba Nam Kevalam, meaning Love is All There Is)
Four days of graduated fasting (light meals)
One day of juice fasting
Three sattvic vegetarian meals, juices, and smoothies per day prepared by our spiritual teachers
Yoga classes in the morning and evening
Collective meditation four times a day
Inspirational talks on healthy living, diet, meditation, yoga, philosophy, food, and nutrition
Fun games and workshops
Outdoor walks and activities
Individual meditation lessons with our teachers (optional)
Mud Packs (optional)
Outing to the South Yuba River
Relax your body and calm your mind in a tranquil, beautiful environment.
During the Friday juice fasting, we will go for an outing by the nearby South Yuba River, where we will enjoy mud packs, singing Kiirtana, meditation, and juice in the beautiful natural environment. The river has pure, cold, mountain-fed water for those who love cold plunges.
Naturopathy Modalities Used During the Retreat:
During the retreat, we will introduce food and fasting as medicine and experience graduated fasting and juice fasting throughout the retreat.
The elimination of toxins is achieved through juice fasting, yoga asanas, sauna, mud treatments, massage, hot and cold packs, cold plunges, hip baths, and meditation.
The intensity levels of the fasting may vary according to the physical condition of the participants.
Yogic fasting and detox is a safe and effective way to rid the body of harmful toxins.
The juices, smoothies, and light meals contain highly nutritious foods and superfoods. All of these tools aid in restoring the body to its optimum health and building vitality through lifestyle changes.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Meditation Steps, Ananda Dhiira Yoga & Meditation Center, 19393 Sanctuary Road, Penn Valley, CA 95946, United States
Directions
Sacramento International Airport (SFM) is the nearest airport, 45 miles from Ananda Dhiira. You can take an Uber from there to Ananda Dhiira or rent a car. If you arrive at SJC, OAK, or SFO airports, you can take an AMTRAK train to Sacramento or Auburn station and then take an Uber from there.
Please note that getting public transportation (shuttle or Uber) in the evening is not easy. It is better to arrive during the day, especially as the program also starts in the afternoon.
When you enter the entrance gate at Sanctuary Road, you will need a security code in case the gate is closed. We will share the code after you register and before arriving. We will also try to arrange a ride-sharing with other participants when possible, so please let us know your travel plans in advance.
Arrival By Car
The address is:
Ananda Dhiira
19393 Sanctuary Road
Penn Valley, CA, 95946
United States
After you enter the gated road, continue up the gravel road and take the second right to the main building of Ananda Dhiira
Please note that getting public transportation (shuttle or Uber) in the evening is not easy. It is better to arrive during the day, especially as the program also starts in the afternoon.
When you enter the entrance gate at Sanctuary Road, you will need a security code in case the gate is closed. We will share the code after you register and before arriving. We will also try to arrange a ride-sharing with other participants when possible, so please let us know your travel plans in advance.
Arrival By Car
The address is:
Ananda Dhiira
19393 Sanctuary Road
Penn Valley, CA, 95946
United States
After you enter the gated road, continue up the gravel road and take the second right to the main building of Ananda Dhiira
Accommodation
Ananda Dhiira Master Unit is a beautiful retreat center in Penn Valley, California, dedicated to women’s welfare. The property consists of two buildings surrounded by peaceful forest and open space. The main building, which serves as the women’s center, includes one shared dorm room with three bunk beds and an additional thick mattress, accommodating up to seven women. There are also two private rooms: one with a bunk bed and a single twin bed, suitable for a small family or up to three women, and another with two twin beds, ideal for one or two women. The second building includes a large meditation hall, used mainly for larger gatherings (not during this retreat), and a men’s dormitory that can accommodate up to five men. For those who prefer to stay outdoors, camping is available near both buildings, with space for up to four tents. Campers may use the bathrooms and take water from the kitchen, but should bring their own tent, sleeping bag, and bedding. Nature at Ananda Dhiira is breathtaking, and you can see many bright stars at night. The retreat center is surrounded by an oak forest and is a fifteen-minute walk to the South Yuba River. Didi Ananda Acira and her volunteers live at Ananda Dhiira, grow organic fruits and vegetables, and organize various retreats and fasting programs.
Adults - Dorm or Shared Room
Couples in Dorm Rooms
Private Room for a Woman
Single Adult - Stay in a Tent
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
Ananda Dhiira in Penn Valley, CA, is a serene women-focused retreat center nestled in oak forest, just a 15-minute walk from the South Yuba River. It offers cozy lodging for women and men, a large meditation hall, and stunning night skies. Didi Ananda Acira and her team live onsite, growing organic produce and hosting retreats and fasting programs in this peaceful, nature-filled setting.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
All meals—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—are included and Sattvik vegetarian. No meat, fish, eggs, onion, or garlic allowed. Let us know dietary needs in advance. Cooking help or observation is welcome.
What's Included
- Accommodation for 4 nights
- 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals per day
- Collective meditation four times per day
- Yoga classes twice a day
- Pre and post retreat support from our team
- Professional event photos
- Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day
- Group excursions/activities
- Parking
- WiFi connection
What's Not Included
- flights costs
- travel insurance
- visa fee
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