Three-Day Dark Retreat

A Quiet Retreat in Darkness, Nature and Water

What happens in the dark happens very quickly.

Across cultures, people have used pilgrimage, retreat and withdrawal to pause, gain perspective and reconnect with what matters. This retreat continues that ancient practice in a contemporary, supported way.

Over three days, you will move gradually between darkness and light, inward attention and time outdoors. Wearing comfortable Mindfold masks, you will be guided through meditation, sound, deep rest, body awareness and contemplative practices.

With less visual information, attention may settle, the other senses may sharpen and subtle aspects of experience may become easier to notice.

Between darkness sessions, there will be spacious time to rest beside the river, explore the property, spend time alone in nature or join gentle art and nature-based activities. Optional river experiences may include quiet kayaking and sitting or wading in shallow water.

This is a quiet retreat, not a fully silent retreat. There will be guided instruction, spacious quiet and opportunities for thoughtful conversation. Full silence can also be supported for those who prefer it.

All practices are invitations. Participate fully, modify an experience or step away whenever needed. No previous meditation or retreat experience is required.

Together, we will move between darkness and daylight, stillness and movement, water and earth, solitude and companionship—not to escape the world, but to encounter it and yourself with fewer distractions and a different quality of attention.

Retreat Rhythm

Friday
Arrival and settling in 3-6pm
90-minute guided darkness session

Saturday
Morning darkness session — 90 minutes
Afternoon darkness session — 90 minutes
Evening darkness session — 90 minutes
Time between sessions for rest, nature, river experiences and optional activities

Sunday
A final experience that will remain a surprise

The science is compelling. The real proof is your own direct experience.