5-Day Meditation, Yoga, And Wellness Retreat

Name: 5-Day Meditation, Yoga, And Wellness Retreat, June 10 - 14, 2026
Start: 2026-06-10
End: 2026-06-14
Location: Meditation Steps
Rating: 5

5.001 review

Ananda Dhiira Yoga & Meditation Center, 19393 Sanctuary Road, Penn Valley, CA 95946, United States

Up to 15 in group

June 10 - 14, 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

Your Guides

Dada

Didi

Details of this retreat

Welcome to the Meditation, Yoga, and Wellness Retreat at Ananda Dhiira, Penn Valley, California, from June 10 - 14 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.

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.

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

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

Customer Reviews

5.00 out of 5.0 average rating

MARCELA • Mar 02, 2026

5.0

Verified

Amazing meditation Retreat

I want to deeply thank Didi and Dada for this wonderful retreat. It was a truly transformative experience where I learned so much from both of them, not only on a spiritual level but also on a human level.

Their guidance, presence, and wisdom made every moment special. And Didi’s food… simply delicious! Prepared with so much love that you could feel it in every meal.

I’m leaving with a beautiful experience, deep insights, and new tools for my path. I’m truly grateful for everything I received during this retreat.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart 💛🕉️✨

5-Day Meditation, Yoga, And Wellness Retreat

Retreat Highlights

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Dada Diiptimanananda

Didi Ananda Acira

Details of this retreat

Schedule

Getting Here

Directions

Accommodation

Venue & Amenities

Meals

Menu Types

What's Included

What's Not Included

Customer Reviews

MARCELA • Mar 02, 2026

Amazing meditation Retreat

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