Heart Song Retreat
Heart Song Retreat’s intention is to host programs, mini-retreats, gatherings, and service opportunities at this lovely, park-like property. Purchased in May 2024, it is expected that the use of the property will evolve but will begin with activities offered to Ananda members and students.
The Heart Song property has three buildings. With the two-bedroom Serenity Cottage located behind Harmony House (the main building), there are opportunities for members and students to have a personal retreat separate from the organized activities. There are plans to construct a 30′ x 40′ yoga/meditation room which we are calling the “mandir” (a term for a place for devotion and yoga). The mandir will be built inside the large garage building located between Serenity and Harmony houses. We do not yet have an estimated completion date but there is a lovely, if smaller, meditation and yoga space in Harmony House for the time being. Both Harmony and Serenity are fully equipped with kitchen, bedrooms and living rooms.
Please see individual events for pricing. Sevaka and Sadhaka members may receive a discount on certain events, and sometimes an Early Bird Discount is offered for those who register early. Vegetarian meals are included for day and weekend retreats.
I never realized there was a place whose very atmosphere could speak so much of God's presence.
Set in a beautiful walkable setting of tall trees and towering sky, Serenity Cottage is like a jewel. The cottage itself has state of the art kitchen, a cozy fireplace and a comfy bed. I Iived the truth of Yogananda's words, "Environment is stronger than will."
Shakti
Upcoming Programs and Retreats
Women’s Retreat: Awaken to Your Inner Nature
Heart Song Retreat WACome home to yourself in the healing embrace of nature. This rejuvenating women’s retreat is a sanctuary of peace, silence, and reconnection. Nestled in the serene natural beauty of Heart Song, you’ll be guided to explore the sacred relationship between the five elements of nature — Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether — and the energy centers (chakras) within you.
Come Gather Round: Seva Day at Heart Song
Let's have some fun tidying and sprucing up Heart Song Retreat. Come for all or part of the day. A simple vegetarian lunch, plus coffee and treats will be available. There will be indoor and outdoor activities. Something for everyone! Carpooling from the Lynnwood Community is an option.
Tuning in to Your Soul Nature: A Men’s Retreat
Heart Song Retreat WAThe essence of the spiritual path is learning to listen and tune into guidance from our higher Self in whatever life brings us. Whether we’re on the yogic path or not, the awareness of inner focus and integrity (represented by the danda, or staff) is key to successfully meeting life’s challenges, of which we all have plenty. In this 3 day immersion of sharing with each other how we are doing this now and how we would like to do it more, we’ll work with our own inspirations and questions, as well as with Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda’s teachings, guidance, and support.
Illuminated Spaces: Using imagery to explore the inner realms
Poetry and art have the power to evoke the deepest realities of life. They can access the unplumbed depths behind our thoughts and emotions, shedding light on our ever-existing relationship with Divine Presence. Let us gather together to take a journey with pencil, paper, words and color. We’ll bring to the surface of our consciousness, the truth of who we ... Read More
Art of Super Relaxation
While we know what relaxation is, do we know how to achieve it? During this experiential retreat, we will explore: From the Art & Science of Raja Yoga, by Swami Kriyananda, "Awareness is the necessary precursor of relaxation. There are many parts of the body that are tense without our conscious knowledge. How are we to become aware of them? ... Read More
Retreat to the Heart Song of Silence
Heart Song Retreat WAAnanda Kriyabans are invited to a weekend retreat to Heart Song Retreat. Space is limited so register soon. Silent retreats are very popular and greatly appreciated (and much needed for the soul). This weekend will have silent and guided kriya meditations; review of kriya practices; walking meditation; energization and other kriya practices. Most of all in an atmosphere of inner ... Read More