SILENT MEDITATION RETREAT
In-Person with Yogacharya O'Brian & CSE Ministers
April 23-25, 2026
(Thursday Morning - Saturday Afternoon)

Fee: $80 IN-PERSON ONLY

**This retreat is for those who have a meditation practice. It is a local retreat and will not be available online. For those traveling to San Jose, you may apply for the overnight option at CSE. Accommodations are also available in the surrounding area. The main sessions of the retreat are in-person from mid-morning through the afternoon. For ease of accommodations and travel to the Center for commuters, morning and evening meditations are online from home.**         
                       

Silence is a friend to the soul, an open door to divine communion.

This silent retreat will focus on allowing the heart and mind to become quiet through silent sitting and walking meditation. It will include teachings on meditation, silence, and easeful action in harmony with the soul. When we learn how to welcome silence, we gain access to our inner resources, capacity for resilience, and the power to live an inspired, truly fulfilling life.

Retreat includes:

• Guided silent meditations throughout each day
  
• Daily teaching and practice sessions with Yogacharya O’Brian
  
• Learn the art of walking meditation
  
• Silent nature meditation and contemplation in the meditation garden
  
• Vedic insights into sound, silence, and creativity

PARTICIPATION OPTIONS
This retreat is offered in-person only, with overnight or hybrid options. You can apply to stay overnight onsite and attend every session in-person. We also offer a hybrid option to attend a portion of the retreat in person (including opening, morning, lunch, and afternoon sessions). All morning meditation and evening sessions will be online only for those who are commuting.

Overnight Lodging: Apply to stay at CSE overnight and attend all sessions in person. Limited space available. (APPLY HERE)

Note: Retreat registration is required prior to applying for overnight lodging.

RETREAT PROGRAM DONATION
Your registration fee covers basic administrative costs. You will have an opportunity to offer a donation during the registration process or during the retreat.

SAMPLE RETREAT SCHEDULE  (U.S. Pacific Time)
Attendance at all sessions is required to participate. Schedule subject to change.