We host meditation retreats all year!
From completely silent to dip your toe, testing mindfulness,
we have what you’re looking for!
At Sugar Ridge, quality time means me time.
“A wise teacher, and a wise centre, needs to offer a whole range of skillful practices, because people come along at different stages of their inner development, with different temperaments, and with different sets of problems.”
-Jack Kornfield
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Mindfulness has a host of physical benefits, and it causes people to become nicer, improves mood and concentration, and find joy in the littlest of things in life. Who doesn’t need more of that?
There are hundreds of meditation techniques and many ways to improve mindfulness as you go about your day to day activities. No need to sit cross-legged on the floor or have your mind be a blank slate. Our retreats offer a sampling of many techniques so that you can see what works for you and let go of the rest.
We offer a variety of retreat schedules and formats so you can choose what will work for your schedule and your comfort. Some people are nervous to be in silence and want a more social retreat, whereas others want extended silence to work through a deeper issue. Both are valuable and you may find them helpful at different times.
The following list of retreats categorizes them by type of retreat, length of stay and retreat content.
One Day Meditation Workshops
A longer getaway isn’t always possible, so we offer day-long workshops.
Usually, from 9 – 4ish and includes a yummy lunch.
Here’s a list of those that have a focus on mindfulness and meditation:
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Lunch & Concert with Crystal JourneySun, Mar 22 |
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Art of Healing with Arrole LawrenceTue, Apr 7 |
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Yoga off the Mat: Philosophy Series Yamas & NiyamasWed, May 20 |
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Mindfulness Meditation: An IntroductionThu, May 21 |
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Lunch & Concert with Crystal JourneySun, Mar 22 |
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Summer Solstice Yoga & Canoe Day RetreatTue, Jun 23 |
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Cell Consciousness with Sifu James Foo – Qi Gong Day WorkshopWed, Jun 24 |
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Weekend Meditation Retreats
Week Long Retreats
Longer retreats offer a deeper immersion into practice. Silent Week long retreats are held in September, December and over Easter every year. Choose from 2 – 7 nights stay. Everyone starts together at the beginning of the retreat and you leave after 2, 5 or 7 nights as you wish. Being in silence isn’t oppressive, it’s a gift we give to ourselves and to each other. Having precious time to think and reflect is a wonderful gift to yourself. The schedule is the same every day, allowing you to rest into the format and observe yourself as you move through the day. Noticing your reactions to moments can be fascinating, and it’s an opportunity for growth. As you notice your reactions you build self-awareness
Upcoming Silent Retreats
Easter Silent Meditation Retreat- 3, 5 or 7 Nights
Thurs, April 9-Thur April 16, 2020
Silent Yoga and Meditation Retreat – 7 Night
Fri, May 8 – Fri, May 15, 2020
Know Yourself, Forget Yourself: A Silent Week with Liz
Sun, May 24 – Fri, May 29, 2020
Silent Meditation Retreat in Ontario (2, 5 or 7 nights)
Sun, Dec 6 – Sun, Dec 13, 2020
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
This is a wonderful introduction to using meditation as a stress reduction technique. We offer it as a week-long intensive program. Side effects include inner peace, ditching stress, personal growth, mental calmness and improvement with mood. This week is offered three times a year with upcoming dates of:
Mindfulness – Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Week Retreat
Sun, Feb 2 – Fri, Feb 7, 2020
Mindfulness – Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Week Retreat July 2020
Sun, Jul 26 – Fri, Jul 31, 2020
Mindfulness – Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Week Retreat
Sun, Oct 18 – Fri, Oct 23, 2020
Create Your Escape!
This retreat is an opportunity for you to create whatever you need. For some that may mean doing something different every day in the area and for others it can mean parking the car, and not going anywhere, or you can have a few days of both. Park the car and chill for a couple days and then venture out to explore the area..
Family Day Getaway – 3 night stay
Fri, Feb 14 – Mon, Feb 17, 2020
March Break Getaway
Sun, Mar 15 – Fri, Mar 20, 2020
Summer Retreat with Beach Time – Escape the City!
Mon, Aug 3 – Fri, Aug 7, 2020
Summer Retreat with Yoga, Meditation & Beach Time – Escape the City!
Mon, Aug 10 – Fri, Aug 14, 2020
Summer Retreat with Yoga, Meditation & Beach Time – Escape the City!
Mon, Aug 17 – Fri, Aug 21, 2020
Autumn Retreat with Yoga, Meditation & Quiet Time – Escape the City!
Sun, Sep 13 – Thu, Sep 17, 2020
Winter Holiday Getaway
Fri, Dec 18 – Wed, Dec 23, 2020
Winter Holiday Getaway
Sat, Dec 26 – Sat, Jan 2, 2021
Meet Your Facilitator!
Liz Frost
Liz Frost, founder of Sugar Ridge shares mindfulness in every retreat she facilitates. Some have a bit more formal practice than others. Often outdoor or offsite activities are included depending on the season or theme of the retreat. Yoga is taught as a form of meditation, getting in tune with the physical body and noticing connections between emotion and mental states.
