Siddha Yoga Family Retreat
In Siddha Yoga Family Retreats, families with children of all ages participate in the Siddha Yoga practices of chanting meditation, and dakshina 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 Ashram in Oakland takes place once a year in July. Many families choose to arrive a day or two early to settle in before the retreat.
The Siddha Yoga Family Retreat in 2025 will be from July 18 to July 22, 2025.
The Family Retreat will be preceded by
Two Days of Siddha Yoga Practices for Young People (ages 13–30)
Wednesday, July 16, to Thursday, July 17. 2025
Elements of the Family Retreat schedule include:
Satsang for families, with a Siddha Yoga teaching story
Creative activities, such as art, music, acting, and discussion, designed for each age group
Time playing games outdoors and enjoying nature
Dancing saptah (movement and chanting)
Chanting namasankirtana
Age-appropriate meditation sessions
This retreat is for families with children and teens up to age 17. Young adults age 18 and over are invited to offer seva for the Family Retreat. All family members are encouraged to participate in the entire retreat so as to assimilate and implement the teachings together.
Retreat Location
Siddha Yoga Ashram in Oakland, California. See information about the Ashram and travel information.
Dates
Siddha Yoga Family Retreats: Friday, July 18–Tuesday, July 22. Check in date: Friday afternoon, July 18
Two Days of Siddha Yoga Practices for Young People (ages 13-30): Wednesday, July 16–Thursday, July 17. Check-in date: Tuesday afternoon, July 15.
Young people are welcome to participate in this event for young people and offer seva during the Siddha Yoga Family Retreat. On Friday, July 18, participants in the two-day event for young people, who are also registered for the Family Retreat, will have the opportunity to offer seva in preparation for the Family Retreat.
Questions and contacts
For questions regarding the Family Retreat, contact familyretreat@syaoakland.org.
For questions regarding the event for young people, contact tarunaposhana@syaoakland.org
