Emoyeni – Cultivating Wisdom & Compassion
Our free online meditation sessions are a great way to keep your practice alive.
Our 2026 sessions start from Monday 12 January.
Monday evening: 19.30 – 20.00
Wednesday evening: 19.30 – 20.30 (extra 30 mins for questions/discussion if required)
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/
FINDING A STEADY CENTRE TO OUR LIVES
Weekend ~ Feb 23 – March 1 (6 days)
Standard rate: R7340 (shared ablutions) – R8720 (en-suite);
Generous Rate: R9020 (shared ablutions) – R10640 (en-suite);
Teacher’s Dana: R 400 – R2000 plus suggested Centre dana
Life is passage, whether this refers to the process of ageing, or going through life-scenarios, or progressing in a career, or committing to a spiritual ‘path’. We are in movement, and in some sense we *are* the movement of our pulses, our breathing and our hearts and minds.
How does this fit in with the search for stillness? And how can the desire that gets us going arrive at fulfilment, the freedom from craving?
During this retreat we will attune to balance through entering and exploring movement of body, heart and mind via a blend of meditation, qi gong, and chanting.
Prior experience of silent meditation retreats and the ability to peacefully coexist in a retreat situation is strongly recommended
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Weekend ~ 6-8 March 2026
Standard rate: R2 430 (shared bathroom) – R2 990 (en-suite);
Generous Rate: R2 990 (shared bathroom) – R3530 (en-suite);
Title: Biodanza – Dancing with Life
Biodanza, or ‘dance of life’, is a unique modality of conscious dance integrating music, movement, and emotion. Developed in the 1960s by Rolando Toro in South America, who drew on his knowledge of art, poetry, mythology, psychiatry and musical semantics to create this extraordinary dance form that is now practised in over 50 countries. There are no steps to remember – but it is not just free dancing: every dance has a meaning, with the sequence of dances structured in a particular way. By engaging with music, movement, and interpersonal connection, Biodanza enables participants to experience a heightened sense of presence and aliveness. People of all ages and fitness levels can enjoy and highly benefit from it.
Book your spot on this retreat
Standard Rate: R1 820 (shared bathroom) | R2 160 (en-suite)
Generous Rate: R2 420 (shared bathroom) | R2 760 (en-suite)
During our open weekends you can craft your own self-retreat as a time for quiet reflection and personal practice. All meals and bottomless tea and coffee are included.
To support your self-retreat we have the following optional experiences on offer over open weekends:
Open weekends start on Fridays, with a light supper at
18:30, and end on Sundays, after lunch served at 12:30. Evening meditation runs from 19:30–20:30. Morning meditation begins at 07:00, with breakfast served in silence at 07:30. Lunch is served at 12:30. After breakfast, guests are invited (but not required) to contribute one hour of mindful work in the garden or kitchen. The rest of the day is free for personal practice, rest or walking in nature. The meditation hall is open day and night, and guests are welcome to use the library, walk the labyrinth or explore the surrounding Magaliesberg landscape.
You are welcome to indicate that you would like to spend the weekend in silence.
SUE COOPER
Weekend ~ 19-22 March 2026 (3 DAYS)
Title: Open the Heart and still the mind compassion retreat
This 3-night Open the Heart & Still the Mind Compassion Retreat is held in containing & replenishing Noble Silence and is suitable for beginners as well as experienced practitioners.
Inspired by the wisdom of the Dharma and an integration of Buddhist and western psychology, we will cultivate mindfulness and compassion practices which calm the nervous system and help integrate body, heart and mind, to Create a Safe & Nourishing Home Within.
As we learn to rest and to listen more compassionately to ourselves in shared silence, we will find our quiet centre and build more trust in our authentic, open-hearted presence. This allows us to make wiser choices and to end the relentless cycles of fear-driven reactivity and self-abandonment.
The retreat includes silent and guided meditations in all postures, poetry and inspiring teachings, daily qigong, gentle walks in nature, time for journaling and deeply replenishing rest. Sue will also offer short, individual sessions throughout the retreat for additional, individual containment and emotional support.
https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-create-a-safe-nourishing-home-within/
Standard rate: R3770 Shared ablutions | R4460 En-suite
Generous Rate: R4610 Shared ablutions | R5420 En -suite
Standard Rate – This includes accommodation, food and basic running costs for the centre plus a surcharge to cover travel for the teacher.
Generous Rate – This includes the above plus a dana contribution to Emoyeni for upkeep and improvements to the centre and other eventualities.
Teacher’s Dana:
Sliding Scale:
Generous Rate: R4500/R4000/R3500
Standard Rate: R3000/2500/R2000
Reduced Rate: R1500 with further reductions on request
Thoughtfully facilitated by Pierre Buckley and Rudy Cupido
Weekend ~ 10-13 April (3 DAYS)
Rate: R6 000.00 per person shared ablutions, R6 500.00 ensuite
Step away from the noise. Step into your truth.
Join us for a soul-nourishing personal development retreat designed to help you recentre, reconnect, and realign. Set against the serene backdrop of the Magaliesberg Mountains, this is your invitation to pause — to reflect, release, and rise.
What You’ll Experience:
Self-Discovery
Gain deep insight into who you are, how you engage with others, and the patterns that may be holding you back.
Letting Go
Gently release what no longer serves you — outdated beliefs, emotional baggage, or self-sabotaging habits.
Inner Alignment
Reconnect with your true self and gain clarity on what truly matters.
Practical Tools for Life
Walk away not only refreshed but equipped — with lifelong tools and knowledge to continue your growth beyond the retreat.
Why This Retreat Matters:
This is more than just a getaway. It’s a powerful opportunity to step into a new chapter of your life — grounded, clear, and aligned.
Led by an experienced, heart-led team, the journey is guided with care, insight, and integrity. We know that when you understand yourself deeply, you transform everything around you — from your relationships and career, to your inner peace.
Limited spaces available — secure your spot now and give yourself the gift of coming home to who you truly are.
Find Us
Google Earth: 25 deg 47′ 41.90″ S; 27 deg 33′ 22.21″ E
GPS decimal: lat -25.794800 long: 27.556224.
Emoyeni is reached by a dirt road, please drive slowly over the last 2 km.
Office Hours
Office hours for bookings:
Weekdays 8 am – 4:30 pm.
Please email, rather than call, us over the weekends.
We run retreats over weekends (sometimes in silence) so phone calls can be problematic.
Contact Details
Emoyeni Retreat Centre, A65 Buffelshoek Farm,
Mooinooi, North-West, 0325
Email: retreat@emoyeni.org.za
Telephone: +27 (0)82 308 1533
