Price only includes room, meals, and grounds fee but does not include taxes or course fees. Please register for the course before booking accommodations.

Date & Time Details: Check-in begins at 8 a.m. on Friday and check-out is at 5 p.m. on Sunday.

Location: Elohee Center

Location: Bald Mountain-Mandala Hall

What to Expect: To help deepen your retreat experience, Elohee does not provide televisions or internet access (unless you bring your own hotspot). Cell phone service is excellent for AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint. Your car will be left in a secured parking lot, and you will be shuttled up to your room upon arrival and shuttled back down to your car at departure. Shuttle service to your car is available at any time. All facilities at the top of the mountain are within a 5 minute walk of each other, with some gravel roads. 2 cottage rooms are ADA compliant, and all cottage rooms are on ground level.

3-Day Samatha-Vipassana Silent Meditation Retreat with Tenzin Lama

With Tenzin Lama

November 17 - 19, 2023

Escape the chaos of daily life and discover inner peace in the serene embrace of nature. Tenzin Lama, a respected Tibetan Monk, will guide you in the art of Samatha-Vipassana Meditation, allowing you to delve deep into your inner sanctuary. This rare opportunity to learn from Tenzin Lama only comes once a year.

What is Samatha-Vipassana Meditation?
Samatha, meaning “peaceful abiding” lays the foundation for Vipassana, or insight meditation. This practice calms the mind and fosters awareness, ultimately leading to a profound understanding of your thoughts and emotions.

Retreat Details:
Location: Elohee Retreat Center. 251 Elohee Drive Sautee Nacoochee, GA 30571
Full Retreat Schedule:
 November 17th: Check-in 8: 00 AM + meditation activities all day
 November 18th: Meditation activities start at 7:30 am
 November 19th: Meditation activities start at 7:30 am. Retreat ends at 5:00 pm

Retreat Cost: $750
Initial tuition does not include accommodations. Tuition is payable in two parts with an initial $375 non refundable deposit. Once your tuition is confirmed you will receive a link from Decatur Healing Arts to book your accommodations.

Accommodations Prices:

Double Occupancy – 1 King Bed w/ Private Bath $458.30

Single Occupancy – 1 King Bed w/ Private Bath  $690.60

Double Occupancy – 2 Twin Beds w/ Private Bath $458.30

Single Occupancy – 2 Twin Beds w/ Private Bath $690.60

Single Occupancy – Twin Bed w. Shared Bath $458.30

Accommodation prices include:
 Price includes room, meals, fees, and taxes.
 Meals: Breakfast (Nov 18-19), lunch (Nov 17-18-19) and dinner (Nov 17-18). Snacks and tea.
 Rooms: 2 night stay (Nov 17 & Nov 18)

To pay for accommodations please visit Elohee Retreat Center

Rules and Requirements:
– Complete silence throughout the retreat
– No cell phones, internet, or reading
– No alcohol, any kind of drugs, or smoking
– Health screening on arrival
– Commit to the entire process for a fulfilling experience

What to Bring:
 Toiletries and personal items
 Hiking shoes
 Slip-on shoes
 Weather-appropriate clothing
 Medications
 Sunscreen and bug spray

What Not to Bring:
 Revealing clothing
 Any substances

Cancellation Policy:
Once you’ve registered and made a commitment to join the retreat, our preparations begin. As a result, we regret to inform you that we are unable to facilitate any transfer or provide a refund for the non- refundable $375 deposit in the event of a cancellation. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.

Join us for this unique retreat experience led by Tenzin Lama, a highly regarded Tibetan Monk with a wealth of experience in Reiki, meditation, and healing. Discover inner harmony and deep understanding at Elohee Center in North Georgia. Book your spot today!

For more information and reservations, contact Decatur Healing Arts:
Contact: Liana Fiallos or Nataly Baiz
Email: dha@decaturhealingarts.com
Phone: (404) 378-6288
Click Here for Retreat Website & Registration

For specific Elohee guest information, visit Guest Information

Leader

Tenzin Lama
Tenzin Lama Sherpa teaches Usui Reiki and Buddhist meditation and philosophy. When he was only 13 years old, he finished his elementary education to become a Tibetan Buddhist Monk. When he was very young, he studied in a Tibetan Buddhist…
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