In the Siddha Yoga Family Retreats, families with children of all ages participate in the Siddha Yoga practices of chanting and meditation and gather daily for satsang to articulate their experiences. Through this dynamic engagement with the spiritual practices and study, families immerse themselves in Siddha Yoga sadhana. Family Retreats also include time for playing outdoors and enjoying nature.

The Siddha Yoga Family Retreat at the Siddha Yoga Asham in Oakland generally takes place once a year in July. Many families choose to arrive a day or two early to settle in before the retreat.

Elements of the Family Retreat schedule include:

• Satsang for Families with a Siddha Yoga story

• Creative activities, such as art, music, acting, and discussion, designed for each age group

• Time playing games outdoors and enjoying nature

• Dancing saptahs (movement and chanting)

• Chanting namasankirtana

• Age-appropriate meditation sessions

For questions regarding the Family Retreat, send an email to familyretreat@syaoakland.org.

Two Days of Siddha Yoga Study and Practices for Young People (ages 13-30) is generally held prior to the Siddha Yoga Family Retreat. Young people ages 13 - 17 are welcome to participate in both the event for young people and the Siddha Yoga Family Retreat. Young people ages 18 - 30 are welcome to participate in the event for young people and offer seva during the Siddha Yoga Family Retreat.