Programs
TigerLily Easy Tai Chi & Qigong | Every Tuesday 4:00p.m.
Tai Chi & Qigong -Led by Brenda Bell, a ninth-degree black belt, this class offers a gentle introduction to moving with steadiness, awareness, and ease. Through slow, deliberate forms drawn from Tai Chi and Qigong, attention is brought into the body, the breath, and the subtle experience of each moment. The practice emphasizes balance, flow, […]
Beginners Mind | Every Wednesday 6:00 p.m.
Beginner’s Mind is a class for everyone, whether you are completely new to meditation or have been practicing for years. Each class, we gather in the Meditation Hall at Zoetic River to explore one meditation practice in depth. We look at the science behind the practice, the contemplative traditions from which it emerged, and then […]
Mindful Strong with Amy | Every Thursday 10:00 a.m.
Mindful Strong with Amy Strength as a mindful practice. Mindful Strong brings strength training and meditation together in a grounded, beginner-friendly practice. We begin by bringing attention to the breath, taking a few moments to settle into the body before moving through simple strength exercises with attention to breath, sensation, and form—building strength while staying […]
Mindful Mycelium Crafts | Every 2nd Thursday of the month 6:00p.m.
Join Renee at Zoetic River on the second Thursday of each month for mindful crafting—a space to turn inward, explore your creativity, and bring attention to the experience of creating. Inspired by the interconnected networks of mycelium beneath the soil, this class honors the quiet connections that creativity can awaken—with ourselves and with the world […]
3-Day Silent Retreat | October 23
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
In a world that thrives on distraction, your attention has become the most precious commodity. At Zoetic River, we offer a space to pause—to listen, to reflect, and to remember who you were before the world told you who you are supposed to be. Our 3 day silent meditation retreats offer a rare opportunity to […]
My Grown-Up & Me | October 25th 4:00p.m.
With Amber Brunkow
My Grown-Up & Me Yoga A playful yoga experience designed for children and their favorite grown-ups! Together, you’ll move, stretch, breathe, laugh, and connect through simple yoga poses, partner activities, mindfulness, and fun games. No yoga experience needed—just come ready to slow down, play, and enjoy some quality time together. All ages and abilities welcome. […]
3 Day-Dark Retreat | November 6
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
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 […]
3-Day Silent Retreat | November 20
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
In a world that thrives on distraction, your attention has become the most precious commodity. At Zoetic River, we offer a space to pause—to listen, to reflect, and to remember who you were before the world told you who you are supposed to be. Our 3 day silent meditation retreats offer a rare opportunity to […]
Dark Retreat | The Breath That Breathes You- December 5
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
Step into an evening unlike any other. Guided by sound, silence, and darkness, this four-hour retreat invites you to slow down, let the outside world fade away, and turn your attention inward. Inspired by ancient traditions of pilgrimage, initiation, and contemplative practice, you may discover what begins to emerge when visual stimulation falls away and […]
One Day Silent Retreat | December 12
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
Step away from noise and distraction, and into a day of intentional silence. Zoetic River’s One DaySilent Retreats are designed as a deep, yet approachable, immersion into mindfulness — a chance to slow down, turn inward, and see what there is to be gleaned from the great teacher of eternity, Silence. Over the course of […]
5-Day Silent Retreat | December 16
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
The greatest discoveries are often the ones we make for ourselves. Every moment of your life has been teaching you; this retreat simply slows things down enough for you to notice. Rather than offering answers, silence creates the space for direct experience to become your teacher. No philosophy can replace what you discover for yourself. […]
Stay the Night at Zoetic River | December 27
Make your time at Zoetic River a little more spacious with an overnight stay on the property. Select rooms are available as an optional lodging add-on for guests attending eligible classes, workshops, day retreats, and special events. Enjoy a quiet evening along the Blanco River and the ease of staying on-site rather than heading home […]
Fire Walk | January 3- 4:00 P.M.
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
You are capable of so much more than you have been led to believe. Firewalk is an immersive four-hour experience designed to explore the fears, stories, and limiting beliefs that quietly shape the way we move through our lives. You are warmly welcome to simply come and be part of the ritual. There is no […]
3 Day-Dark Retreat | January 8
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
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 […]
4-Day Silent Retreat | January 21
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
The greatest discoveries are often the ones we make for ourselves. Every moment of your life has been teaching you; this retreat simply slows things down enough for you to notice. Rather than offering answers, silence creates the space for direct experience to become your teacher. No philosophy can replace what you discover for […]
3 Day-Mindfulness on the River | February 5
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
A Three-Day Guided River Adventure Through Nature & Mindfulness Kayak • Explore • Experience Escape to the crystal-clear Blanco River for three days of adventure, relaxation, and direct connection with nature. Kayak through spring-fed waters, walk and sit in the river, explore a private island, enjoy nourishing vegetarian meals, evening sound baths, and plenty of […]
Dark Retreat | The Dark Before Dawn- February 28
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
Step into an evening unlike any other. Guided by sound, silence, and darkness, this four-hour retreat invites you to slow down, let the outside world fade away, and turn your attention inward. Inspired by ancient traditions of pilgrimage, initiation, and contemplative practice, you may discover what begins to emerge when visual stimulation falls away and […]
4 Day- Lucid Dream Retreat: The River That Flows Both Ways | March 4
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
What if awareness did not end when you fell asleep? Most of us move through our days and nights on autopilot, briefly waking to moments of clarity before drifting back into habit. This retreat is an invitation to cultivate a different way of being—one in which awareness begins to flow more continuously through both waking […]
4-Day Silent Retreat | March 18
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
The greatest discoveries are often the ones we make for ourselves. Every moment of your life has been teaching you; this retreat simply slows things down enough for you to notice. Rather than offering answers, silence creates the space for direct experience to become your teacher. No philosophy can replace what you discover for yourself. […]
One Day Silent Retreat | April 3
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
Step away from noise and distraction, and into a day of intentional silence. Zoetic River’s One DaySilent Retreats are designed as a deep, yet approachable, immersion into mindfulness — a chance to slow down, turn inward, and see what there is to be gleaned from the great teacher of eternity, Silence. Over the course of […]
4-Day Silent Retreat | April 15
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
The greatest discoveries are often the ones we make for ourselves. Every moment of your life has been teaching you; this retreat simply slows things down enough for you to notice. Rather than offering answers, silence creates the space for direct experience to become your teacher. No philosophy can replace what you discover for yourself. […]
5-Day Silent Retreat | April 28
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
The greatest discoveries are often the ones we make for ourselves. Every moment of your life has been teaching you; this retreat simply slows things down enough for you to notice. Rather than offering answers, silence creates the space for direct experience to become your teacher. No philosophy can replace what you discover for yourself. […]
3 Day-Dark Retreat | May 14
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
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 […]
4 Day-Mindfulness on the River | May 27
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
A Four-Day Guided River Adventure Through Nature & Mindfulness Kayak • Explore • Experience Escape to the crystal-clear Blanco River for three days of adventure, relaxation, and direct connection with nature. Kayak through spring-fed waters, walk and sit in the river, explore a private island, enjoy nourishing vegetarian meals, evening sound baths, and plenty of […]
One Day Silent Retreat | June 5
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
Step away from noise and distraction, and into a day of intentional silence. Zoetic River’s One DaySilent Retreats are designed as a deep, yet approachable, immersion into mindfulness — a chance to slow down, turn inward, and see what there is to be gleaned from the great teacher of eternity, Silence. Over the course of […]
Stay the Night at Zoetic River | June 5
Make your time at Zoetic River a little more spacious with an overnight stay on the property. Select rooms are available as an optional lodging add-on for guests attending eligible classes, workshops, day retreats, and special events. Enjoy a quiet evening along the Blanco River and the ease of staying on-site rather than heading home […]
4-Day Silent Retreat | June 17
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
The greatest discoveries are often the ones we make for ourselves. Every moment of your life has been teaching you; this retreat simply slows things down enough for you to notice. Rather than offering answers, silence creates the space for direct experience to become your teacher. No philosophy can replace what you discover for yourself. […]
3 Day-Mindfulness on the River | July 9
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
A Three-Day Guided River Adventure Through Nature & Mindfulness Kayak • Explore • Experience Escape to the crystal-clear Blanco River for three days of adventure, relaxation, and direct connection with nature. Kayak through spring-fed waters, walk and sit in the river, explore a private island, enjoy nourishing vegetarian meals, evening sound baths, and plenty of […]
4-Day Silent Retreat | July 29
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
The greatest discoveries are often the ones we make for ourselves. Every moment of your life has been teaching you; this retreat simply slows things down enough for you to notice. Rather than offering answers, silence creates the space for direct experience to become your teacher. No philosophy can replace what you discover for yourself. […]
3-Day Silent Retreat | August 13
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
In a world that thrives on distraction, your attention has become the most precious commodity. At Zoetic River, we offer a space to pause—to listen, to reflect, and to remember who you were before the world told you who you are supposed to be. Our 3 day silent meditation retreats offer a rare opportunity to […]
4 Day-Mindfulness on the River | August 26
With Zoetic Mindfulness Retreat
A Four-Day Guided River Adventure Through Nature & Mindfulness Kayak • Explore • Experience Escape to the crystal-clear Blanco River for three days of adventure, relaxation, and direct connection with nature. Kayak through spring-fed waters, walk and sit in the river, explore a private island, enjoy nourishing vegetarian meals, evening sound baths, and plenty of […]