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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260605T183000
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SUMMARY:A quiet invitation to your self – A 2 - day inner encounter
DESCRIPTION:Etsko Schuitema \nStandard rate: R2 430 (shared bathroom\, R2 890 (en-suite) \nGenerous Rate: R2 990 (shared bathroom)\, R3 530 (en-suite) \nYou know us as a largely Buddhist-oriented centre\, but one of the things we have always believed is that truth does not belong to any single tradition — and that sometimes the clearest view of your own path comes from standing\, briefly\, on someone else’s. \nThis is why we are genuinely excited to invite you to something new. \nWe are hosting Etsko Schuitema — a Shaykh (the highest teacher) in the Darqawi Shadhili Sufi lineage\, author\, and one of the most remarkable spiritual guides we have encountered — for a two-day residential retreat. \nThis is not a Buddhist retreat with Sufi vocabulary. It is a real encounter with a living tradition that arrives at the same open ground by a completely different route. \nWhere Buddhist practice often approaches the silence through watching\, releasing\, and letting go\, the Sufi path comes through longing\, devotion\, and a love so complete that the lover disappears. The destination these traditions point to is recognisably the same. But if you have only ever travelled one road\, you may be surprised what the other one reveals — including about the path you are already on. \nWhat the retreat includes: \n– “Sohbet” — sacred conversation in the Sufi tradition\, which is less a talk and more a transmission\n– “Dhikr”— the practice of remembrance\, using breath\, sound\, and presence\n– Periods of silence and stillness\n– Space for personal reflection and questions \nEtsko does not teach “about” the path. He stands on it. Those who have sat with him consistently describe the experience less as learning something new and more as recognising something they had always half-known but never had named. \nHe is also the author of several extraordinary books — “The Millennium Discourses\,” “Intent\,”and “The Two Sandals” among them — and the founder of the Schuitema Human Excellence Group\, whose Care and Growth model has been applied inside organisations including Nestlé\, Mercedes-Benz\, and Siemens. He is\, in other words\, not a man who has retreated from the world to talk about inner life. He has carried this into challenging human contexts. \nThis retreat is for you if:\n– Your practice is genuine but you sense you are circling familiar territory\n– You are curious about the devotional and ecstatic dimensions of spiritual life that more austere traditions tend to leave unexplored\n– You want to encounter a living transmission\, not just a new set of ideas\n– You are simply drawn — even if you cannot say exactly why \nNo belief in Islam or prior knowledge of Sufism is required. No belief system of any kind is required. Only sincere openness. \nPlaces are limited. If something in this speaks to you\, we encourage you to trust that. \nThis two day retreat is a genuine encounter with another living tradition — one that may illuminate corners of our experience that our usual framework has never quite reached. \nCome prepared to be surprised by how much you recognise\, with what fresh eyes it can be seen\, and how deeply it can be re-explored. \nFor more information: \nhttps://www.schuitemagroup.com/who-we-work-with/
URL:https://emoyeni.org.za/retreat/a-quiet-invitation-to-your-self-a-2-day-inner-encounter/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260612T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260616T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T200925
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SUMMARY:Vipassana meditation retreat – 4 days of calmness\, mindfulness and insight
DESCRIPTION:Mervyn Croft \nStandard Rate: \nR4 560 (shared bathroom) | R5 480 (en suite) \nGenerous Rate: \nR5 680 (shared bathroom) | R6 760 (en-suite) \nPensioners and full-time students receive a 30% discount.  In the spirit of generosity Emoyeni is offering reduced rates for guests who would love to attend but are restricted by their finances.  Please contact us to discuss options. \nThis four-day Vipassana or Insight Meditation retreat gives us the opportunity to develop and deepen our practice. Within the framework of silence\, we will be able to explore the three central practices of Buddhist meditation: calming the mind\, training in mindfulness and developing insight through inquiry. We will investigate the question “Who am I” and see how this inquiry provides the key to freeing ourselves from a narrow\, self-centred way of living in the world. \nThere will be an emphasis on practicing within an atmosphere of friendliness\, kindness and acceptance. By bringing a quiet sense of humour and curiosity into all aspects of our meditation we can learn to practice in a relaxed and natural way. There will be evening discussions and time to walk and reflect in nature.
URL:https://emoyeni.org.za/retreat/vipassana-meditation-retreat-4-days-of-calmness-mindfulness-and-insight/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260619T183000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T200925
CREATED:20260513T092214Z
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SUMMARY:Work retreat - A weekend working outdoors in community
DESCRIPTION:Rate:  R500 donation towards signage and benches \nOur goal this weekend is to clear Lantana and weeds from the old path to the top dam and set two contemplation benches in these beautiful surroundings.  The top dam is home to the Banded Rubber frog\, the Bubbling Kassina frog & prolific birdlife. \nHelp us cultivate this sacred space for visitors to Emoyeni.  Work alongside like minded supporters and enjoy some great vegetarian food\, mindful work outdoors\, meditation and warm community. \n \n 
URL:https://emoyeni.org.za/retreat/work-retreat-a-weekend-working-outdoors-in-community/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260626T060000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T200925
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T071148Z
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SUMMARY:Open weekend – A 2-day supported self retreat
DESCRIPTION:Standard Rate:\nR2 280 (shared bathroom)  R2 740 (en-suite) \n\nOur curated open weekends offer a quieter\, self-directed way to spend time at the centre. These weekends provide space to slow down and rest in silence.  Follow your own rhythm of meditation\, reflection and time outdoors. Open Weekends invite a gentle return to the simple nourishment of unstructured practice.\n\n\n\n\nTo support your self-retreat we have the following optional experiences on offer:\n\nSound healing session with Paul Carlos (sound healing is a wellness practice that uses sound and vibration to support relaxation\, balance and a sense of wellbeing)\nYoga / Chi Kung\nForest Bathing (the act of slowly and mindfully spending time in a forest or natural setting to support wellbeing)\nIntroduction to meditation by Mervyn Croft\, resident teacher\nMeditation (morning\, sunset and evening meditations in the meditation hall)\nSilence is observed from after the evening meditation until after breakfast daily\n3 meals daily (delicious and wholesome lacto-ovo-vegetarian fare)\nMorning tea\nGuided moderate hike and picnic at pristine pools in the Magaliesberg (subject to weather conditions)
URL:https://emoyeni.org.za/retreat/open-weekend-a-2-day-supported-self-retreat-2/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260806T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260810T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T200925
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SUMMARY:Embracing grief and gratitude with a compassionate heart – A 4 day retreat
DESCRIPTION:Sue Cooper \nStandard Rate: \nR5 070 (shared bathroom) | R6 030 (en suite) \nGenerous Rate: \nR6 230 (shared bathroom) | R7 350 (en-suite) \nThis 4 night Open the Heart & Still the Mind Compassion Retreat is held in nurturing Noble Silence over the Women’s Day long weekend and is suitable for beginners as well as experienced practitioners. \nInspired by the wisdom teachings of the Dharma and an integration of Buddhist and western psychology\, we will explore ways to navigate the fundamental truth of impermanence\, which touches all our lives. These teachings and transformative practices help us to face our experience of change and loss in all its forms\, as we learn to embrace “the duet of wonder and grief” (Mark Nepo in his poem\, Adrift) with courage\, kindness (metta) and gratitude. \nAs we infuse our mindfulness with self-compassion and wisdom\, we discover ways to connect more deeply with ourselves and the vulnerability of our human condition within the containment of replenishing\, shared silence. We will cultivate a safe and nourishing home within\, which strengthens our resilience and deepens our trust in our capacity to bear the unbearable and to savour the moments of beauty and joy (dukkha and sukha). \nIn addition to the silent and guided meditations in all postures\, poetry and inspiring teachings\, there will be daily qigong\, gentle walks in nature\, time for journaling and deeply restorative rest. Sue will also offer short\, individual sessions throughout the retreat for additional insight and emotional support. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nTeacher’s Dana: PLEASE PAY DIRECTLY TO SUE \nSliding Scale:\nGenerous Rate: R5000/4500/R4000\nStandard Rate: R3500/3000/2500\nReduced Rate: R2000 with further reductions on request \nPlease offer what you can from the suggested sliding scale and pay this directly to Sue with your name as Reference\, and please email your booking/POP to admin@stillmindretreats.com\, otherwise we cannot allocate this payment. Further reductions are available on request and a payment plan is offered if needed. While the full & generous rates are always very greatly appreciated\, the reduced rates allow you to choose an amount that you can manage.  https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-embracing-grief-gratitude-with-a-compassionate-heart-2026/
URL:https://emoyeni.org.za/retreat/embracing-grief-and-gratitude-with-a-compassionate-heart-a-4-day-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260904T183000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T200925
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SUMMARY:Finding your inner sacred sound – A 2-day yoga retreat
DESCRIPTION:Paul Carlos \nStandard rate: R2 360 (shared bathroom\, R2 840 (en-suite) \nGenerous Rate: R2 940 (shared bathroom)\, R3 500 (en-suite) \nOur world is filled with sound. From the incessant daily wash of city traffic\, the seemingly ubiquitous din of music\, ambient sound\, also the calm and beautiful sound of birds and the natural world to even the sound of our own heartbeat\, heard at times when we are very quite and still. \nOver this Sacred Spiral Yoga retreat we will be exploring sound and silence as a powerful tool to deepen our personal meditation and spiritual journey. I will include gently refreshing body and breath work\, the use and mechanism of Tibetan Overtone Chanting and Singing Bowl’s\, Mantra and much more. As always on our retreat’s I will present a full Sacred Spiral Sound Journey with deep relaxation to finish. \nThis sacred time at Emoyeni will revitalize and empower our soul\, body and spirit giving us a fresh perspective and energy to move forwards.
URL:https://emoyeni.org.za/retreat/finding-our-own-inner-sacred-sound-a-2-day-yoga-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260911T183000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T200925
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SUMMARY:Conscious embodiment - A 2-day somatic journey
DESCRIPTION:Leán van den Bergh \nStandard Rate:\nR2 510 (shared bathroom) | R2 990 (en-suite) \nGenerous Rate:\nR3 090 (shared bathroom) | R3 650 (en-suite) \nPensioners and full time students receive 30% off these rates. \nThe Alexander Technique is a somatic practice that involves noticing and releasing tension through developing awareness alongside directing the body consciously. \nThrough guided somatic practices\, breathwork\, nervous system regulation\, subtle movement\, and relational presence\, Conscious Embodiment offers new knowledge and a gentle and experiential pathway towards lightness of being\, deeper self-awareness\, and the practice of consciously guiding the body. \nThis journey is for seekers\, facilitators\, therapists\, coaches\, creatives and anyone looking to truly reconnect with their authentic selves\, let go of habituated tension\, and develop a new skill in sustaining greater ease and presence. \nWhat we will be exploring \n\nBody mapping– enhancing mind/body awareness through knowledge and various activities\nThe nervous system– emotions\, feelings\, thoughts\, conceptualisations and even our reason are all flows of information.  How does consciousness relate to our continuing embodied experiences?\nConnecting consciousness to experience– consciousness itself has the power to change our experience.  Learn how to consciously sustain a more natural embodied integration that further clarifies our consciousness.\nThe practice of constructive consciousness guidance– Inhibition and direction—are principles of the Alexander Technique.  Learn how to refine our capacities to respond to stimulus.\nConsciousness as light– To become aware is to bring light to the darkness.  We will explore the boundaries of consciousness through bringing awareness to our bodies.\nConsciousness versus content– Consciousness\, like light and truth has the power to illuminate content.  Being rooted in content vs being rooted in consciousness.
URL:https://emoyeni.org.za/retreat/conscious-embodiment-a-3-day-somatic-journey/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260923T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T200925
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SUMMARY:Five Elements\, Four Truths – Walking the Buddha’s way to freedom
DESCRIPTION:A 4 – day long weekend\, silent retreat\nTsunma Tsondru \nStandard Rate:\nR4 890 (shared bathroom) | R5 750  (en-suite) \nGenerous Rate:\nR5 880 (shared bathroom) | R6 650 (en-suite) \nPensioners and full time students receive 30% off these rates. \nThis retreat invites us to explore the Buddha’s profound Four Noble Truths through the mirror of the Five Elements -earth\, water\, fire\, wind\, and space-\, in the process uncovering what it is that mires us in the dis-eases of our lives\, and how ease and Freedom arise in the simplicity of meditation practice. \nSet amidst the muscular landscapes of the African bushveld\, we will enjoy a relaxed blend of nature walks in the bushveld\, guided meditations\, elemental contemplations\, and reflective poetry. Each day will focus on one or two elements. \nIn understanding each element\, it becomes both a teacher and a lived experience: the stable earth grounds awareness\, water reveals the fluid nature of cause and effect\, fire illuminates craving and transformation\, wind embodies the movement toward freedom\, and space opens us to the boundless freedom beyond suffering. Participants emerge with embodied understanding of the Four Truths woven into their bodies and hearts\, carrying practical wisdom and contemplative tools for living with growing ease\, clarity\, compassion\, and freedom.
URL:https://emoyeni.org.za/retreat/five-elements-four-truths-walking-the-buddhas-way-to-freedom/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20261002T183000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20261004T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T200925
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SUMMARY:The healing power of sound – 2 day vibrational harmony experience
DESCRIPTION:Wendy Toner \nStandard Rate: \nR2 560 (shared bathroom) | R3 040 (en suite) \nGenerous Rate: \nR3 140 (shared bathroom) | R3 700 (en-suite) \nThree benefits\n1. Sound provides powerful frequencies which can enable the manifestation of personal intentions.\n2. Sounds nurture an inner environment of peace and transformation.\n3. Sounds relieve physical pain and energetic blockages and provide stress release at the deepest levels. \nInstruments used.\nTibetan and Crystal bowls.\nGongs.\nMonochord.\nDrum.\nKoshi bells.\nOcean drum.\nHang drum. \nWho would Benefit\n1. Anyone wanting to destress \, find peace within.\n2. Those dealing with difficult health conditions especially pain and life threatening illnesses.\n3. Those with unresolved grief.\n4. Anyone wishing to learn how to use their own Tibetan bowl and voice to bring tranquility and meditation into their everyday life.\n5. Those wishing to raise their vibrational frequency \nWhat is included \n\nSimple accommodation\n3 lacto ovo vegetarian meals daily\n3 healing Sound Baths\nA chance to learn how to use Himalayan bowls\nHow to sing and chant mantras\nA tea meditation and Chi gong are also available to enhance mindfulness and physical wellbeing.
URL:https://emoyeni.org.za/retreat/the-healing-power-of-sound-2-day-vibrational-harmony-experience/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20261030T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20261101T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T200925
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SUMMARY:Writing with Presence - A 2 day retreat
DESCRIPTION:Moyra Keane & Laura Dison \nStandard rate: R2 510 (shared bathroom\, R2 990 (en-suite) \nGenerous Rate: R3 090 (shared bathroom)\, R3 650 (en-suite) \nTIME TO WRITE: “Creative practice for an inspired life” (Suleika Jaouad\, 2025) \nThis retreat is for friends\, colleagues\, writers\, non-writers who would like to explore their writing ideas\, writing projects and their creativity in a supportive and quiet space. \nWe offer a gentle approach to writing\, whether you want to explore writing your story\, or work on a specific writing project or research article.  Our aim is: finding ways in to writing as creative practice. \nAs writing draws on creativity and authenticity\, we will focus on play\, becoming energized\, overcoming writer’s block\, finding our voice\, and gaining insight into what we want to say. \nWe explore how mindfulness contributes to developing as a writer and enjoying the writing process.  We will present opportunities to clarify what we want to write\, as well as key strategies and advice from established writers. There will be significant time set aside for actual writing – and reflecting. \nThe mindfulness approach will include offerings of Tai Chi and meditation. \n  \nFacilitators:  \nMoyra Keane is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education\, University of Johannesburg. She works in Academic Staff Development at various universities\, is a qualified coach and has a mindfulness certification from Thich Nhat Hanh. She has published 30 books /book chapters; 25 journal articles; and 65 conference papers.  She has been facilitating writing retreats for about 20 years and began mindfulness practice in 1970. \nLaura Dison \nLaura Dison is an Honorary Associate Professor at the Wits School of Education. She served as Assistant Dean for Teaching and Learning in the Faculty of Humanities from 2020 to 2025. In 2010\, she co‑established the Wits School of Education Writing Centre\, where she collaborated with lecturers to design discipline‑embedded reading and writing interventions. Laura has facilitated numerous writing workshops for both students and academic staff\, supervises postgraduate research in curriculum and assessment studies and has published widely in the fields of teaching and learning\, reflective practice\, assessment and writing development in higher education.
URL:https://emoyeni.org.za/retreat/writing-with-presence-a-2-day-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20261106T183000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20261108T140000
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SUMMARY:Quiet mountain – A 2-day silent meditation retreat
DESCRIPTION:Mervyn Croft \nStandard rate: R2 360 (shared bathroom\, R2 840 (en-suite) \nGenerous Rate: R2 940 (shared bathroom)\, R3 500 (en-suite) \nMeditating with calmness and clarity \nThis 2-day silent retreat will provide an opportunity to explore two aspects of Buddhist meditation practice – the gradual development of calmness and peacefulness in our mind; and the practice of awareness\, to live with more clarity and more centeredness in the present moment. This foundation of calmness helps us to meet our confused thoughts and emotions with more acceptance and kindness and\, leads to a deeper understanding of the nature of our minds. The retreat will create a gentle and relaxed space in which to explore the benefits of spending time quietly with ourselves\, to allow the qualities of calmness and clarity to develop in a natural way and to enjoy the nurturing effect of being silent in a beautiful mountain environment.
URL:https://emoyeni.org.za/retreat/quiet-mountain-a-2-day-silent-meditation-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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