The Prama Institute & Wellness Center silent meditation retreats will allow you to revitalize yourself, unclutter your mind, deepen your understanding of yourself and others, and discover sources of strength you may have only glimpsed but now can come to own.
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We kickstart the beginning of our retreats with a yoga class to get those feelings of well-being flowing. This will be followed by orientation and dinner.
The meditation sessions will begin with a time of instruction, demonstration, and training so that you can feel comfortable and informed.
- Come back to the spiritual and emotional wellbeing you want to live with
- An amazing reset if you’re feeling stressed, tired, or overworked
- A chance to get away and step aside from all the hustle and bustle of life
- Reconnect to yourself and what's important
- The ideal place to unplug, slow down that fast pace, and get back in touch with nature
At the Prama Institute & Wellness Center, we combine the silent meditation practice with daily yoga and healthy, nutritious vegetarian meals to support and reset your mind, body, and spirit.
You are also given the opportunity and instruction to do some reflection so that you can intentionally take time to think about how to integrate your insights into your daily life back home.
This retreat follows our regular 3-day Silent Meditation retreat schedule.
Silence will start in the evening of the first day after a yoga class, orientation and group discussion.
The second day will be composed of a morning and evening yoga class, short talks/workshops, several group meditations, meals, and free time.
On the last day we will break our silence with a group discussion to integrate your experience. The last day includes breakfast and lunch.
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Participants will be served dinner on the first day, three nutritious meals on the second day, and breakfast & lunch on the third day.
We have the capacity to accommodate all dietary restrictions including a gluten-free diet, just let us know in advance so we can prepare for you!
Meals Provided
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
Diets Catered
- Dairy-free
- Egg-free
- Gluten Free
- Organic
- Sugar conscious
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Sid Jordan
Sid has combined a career as a licensed clinical psychologist and yoga teacher since 1971.
As a clinical psychologist, he taught psychotherapy and community psychology in the Department of Psychiatry and served as director of the Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Services in a community center at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC over a period of 25 years.
- Howard Nemon
Howard was initiated into yoga meditation in 1972.
He received extensive training in yoga philosophy and practices in the US and in India.
For over 35 years, he has shared his deep knowledge of yogic practices through lectures, workshops, and retreats in Asia, South America, and the US.
Prama Institute Dorm
USD$660
Our comfortable dorm rooms are located inside the Prama Institute building, where all the programs are held. They are outfitted with custom-built dorm beds, each with their own privacy curtain.
Prama Institute Private Room
USD$755
The Prama Institute private accommodation offers guests a tranquil, rejuvenating, home away from home experience.
All of the retreat programs are held at the Institute, so you don't have to go far.
Wellness Center Dorms
USD$660
The Prama Wellness Center dorm accommodations offer guests a comfortable getaway in a peaceful natural setting. All of the retreat programs, activities, and dining will take place here
Wellness Center Private Room
USD$755
The Prama Wellness Center private accommodation offers guests a comfortable getaway in a peaceful natural setting.
The Center is located on our property, about a 5-minute drive and 10-minute walk from the Prama Institute where the programs are held.
Facilities Available
A/C rooms
Free Wifi
Free parking
Heating
Kitchen
Laundry
Library
Sauna
Yoga Shala/Deck
This retreat takes place at the Prama Institute & Wellness Center, one of the Southeast's premier retreat and conference centers.
The center is located on 150 acres in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of Western North Carolina.
The center borders the picturesque French Broad River and is only 20 min from downtown Asheville.
The scenic and peaceful surroundings at the Prama Institute create the perfect place for educational workshops, yoga retreats, spiritual retreats, workplace seminars, and more.
Nearby Activities
- Camping
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse riding
- Kayaking
- Museum visits
- Rock climbing
- Stand Up Paddleboarding
- Swimming
- Wildlife watching
Prama Institute
The Prama Institute is located on 150 acres in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of Western North Carolina.
The center borders the scenic French Broad River is only 25 min from downtown Asheville and 5 min from historic Marshall NC.
The scenic and peaceful surroundings at the Prama Institute create the perfect place for educational workshops, yoga retreats, spiritual retreats, workplace seminars and more.
Interested in this retreat?
- 2 nights accommodation
- 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals
- Daily yoga classes
- Daily meditation classes
- Specialized workshops
- Nature hikes with a trusted guide
- Parking
- Wifi connection
- Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day
- Airport transfer
- Travel insurance
- Flight costs
How to get there (flights, airport transfers, buses, trains)
AVLAsheville Regional AirportTransfer not providedAttendees usually drive to our retreat center or take a plane.
You can fly into the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) or into airports at Greenville, SC, or Charlotte, NC.
If you arrive in Asheville, you can get an Uber or taxi to bring you to the retreat center.
Arrival by car
From Asheville:
1 – Take I-26 North towards Weaverville (Approx 8 miles).
2 – Get off at exit 19A and merge on to US 25/70 North.
3 – Stay on US 25/70 North for approx 7 Miles.
What to bring
- Toiletries
- Warm Clothing (in the winter months)
- Rain gear
- Slippers or socks for inside
- Good shoes for walking/hiking
- Personal water bottle
- Journal and or notebook and pen
- Natural insect spray for ticks, chiggers, and mosquitoes (during months of warm weather)
- Comfortable clothes for yoga class
- Ear plugs/eye mask (optional for dorm stays)
You are welcome to bring your own yoga mat and meditation cushions, but we also have mats and bolsters here that you can use.
Vaccinations requirements
We have updated our covid policies and we are no longer wearing masks or asking for covid negative tests.
This information is subject to change, please inform yourself prior to traveling.
If you have been in contact with anyone recently who has had covid please take a test before arriving to ensure that you are well and healthy.
FAQs
Are solo travelers safe / welcome?
Absolutely. Both safe and welcome.
Can you arrange an airport transfer? How far is it from the airport?
Our retreat center is about 40 mins north of the Asheville airport. We are happy to provide the contact information of a couple of car services that often pick up our participants.
Is this fully silent the whole time?
Why will I need a car during my stay?
Excellent
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Jeannette
Great retreat!
Jeannette, we're so happy that you felt renewed after your retreat and that you received a new insight on life!
Please visit us again soon!
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YN
Yen, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and that Prama allowed you some personal time!
We hope to see you again soon!
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Kari Guin
Hi Kari - Thank you so much for this wonderful review.
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time at Prama and left feeling proud of who you are! We hope to see you again in the future.
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