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Our Sacred Roots: A Meditation Retreat for Women
Our Sacred Roots: A Meditation Retreat for Women
September 20 - 26, 2026
Woodacre, CA, United States
6 nights, 7 days
96 person retreat
Highlights
Silent with Specific Conversational Opportunities
Meet the Teachers: Pamela Weiss, Kate Johnson, Erin Treat, Monica Magtoto (Movement Teacher)
Details
For thousands of years, women have contributed to and deepened Buddhist practices of liberation across cultures and continents. Women’s voices, experiences, and stories, however, have been largely neglected in Buddhist history. By retrieving the sacred roots of our feminine lineage, we imbue spiritual life with wisdom, tenderness, courage, and resilience. During this retreat, we will reconnect to and embody women’s unique expression of spiritual life from the time of the Buddha through the present day, across the cultural spectrum. Our time together will include the practice of noble silence, Dharma talks, mindful and accessible movement, stationary meditation, and practices for cultivating the heart. There will be opportunities for practice discussions with the teachers. We welcome all those who identify as women, as well as non-binary folks who feel nourished in spaces that center women’s stories and experiences. A Special Invitation and Aspiration! Our aspiration for this retreat is to have a 50/50 ratio of BIPOC to non-BIPOC participants. Our strategy to achieve this while meeting the needs of Spirit Rock is to hold 50% of the spaces until July 1st for BIPOC retreatants. We are prioritizing all BIPOC participants. If you cannot register by July 1st, we encourage you to reach out to us even if the retreat might be full. After July 1st, any remaining unfilled spots will be open to all.
Venue
Spirit Rock Meditation Center
4.5 ★ 145 Reviews
On the land, online, or on-demand, Spirit Rock supports you at every stage of your path to grow a vibrant, nourishing spiritual life. Join us to practice Insight Meditation, Dharma teachings, and mindfulness in a diverse, inclusive community dedicated to the liberation of all beings.
Free Wifi
Garden
Coffee / Tea
Kitchen
Free Parking
Bathroom
Accommodation
Supporter Rate
2 Rooms Left
Private room for 1
$3,660 USD total
Benefactor Rate
2 Rooms Left
Private room for 1
$2,940 USD total
Sustainer Rate
4 Spots Left
2-person shared room
$2,220 USD / person
Basic Rate
4 Spots Left
2-person shared room
$1,470 USD / person
Reduced Rate
4 Spots Left
2-person shared room
$960 USD / person
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Spirit Rock Meditation Center primarily offers dormitory-style accommodations in simple, comfortable rooms for residential retreats. These rooms are typically shared, with some offering single occupancy options. The center also provides facilities for group activities, personal reflection, and connecting with nature.
Meals
Meals provided
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Diets catered
Vegan · Vegetarian · Gluten-free · Dairy-free
Our meals are sourced from local, sustainable, and organic growers and suppliers, with a focus on seasonal ingredients. We ground all of our cooking decisions in the principle of non-harm. Our menus are built around nutrient-dense whole foods; they are vegetarian, with abundant vegan and gluten-free options. We are mindful of common food allergies and take special care to nourish practitioners with dietary restrictions.
Testimonials
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Host
Spirit Rock Meditation Center
Woodacre, CA, USA
Rooted in the teachings of Insight Meditation, Spirit Rock Meditation Center offers retreats, classes, and workshops on-land and online that support both beginners and experienced practitioners in dee...
1 language
English
Teaching for 9 months
Joined Insight Timer in Jul 2025
What's Included
Food
Accommodation
Not Included
Registration fees DO NOT include teacher dana
Flights and Transportation
FAQs
Guest requirements
You must have already completed at least 14 nights of silent residential retreat time. This retreat time must include a minimum of two (2) silent residential retreats, each of six (6) nights or longer.
These retreats must have been led by Spirit Rock, IMS, or IRC teachers, or other recognized Insight Meditation teachers. Previous retreats must be silent residential retreats and have a similar format to this retreat, with instructions, practices, and talks focused on Insight Meditation. Online retreats do not qualify for these retreat prerequisites. When applying, you will need to provide the teachers’ names, dates, location, length (# of nights), and style of the retreats.
Cancellation policy
The remaining balance for the retreat is due 14 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 14 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 14 days before the retreat begins.
