Deepening Practice: A Silent Meditation Retreat and Gathering
with Upali
March 23-29th (6-Night) & March 25-29th (4-Night)​​​​
Early Bird Pricing Available Through December 1, 2025
Retreat Overview
This four- or six-night silent meditation retreat offers a rare opportunity to deepen your practice in a serene setting with experienced guidance. Led by Dharma teacher Upasaka Upali, the retreat integrates Buddhist wisdom with modern perspectives, encouraging the development of deep meditative states and their integration into daily life.
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You’ll join a supportive community of fellow practitioners who value spiritual depth and presence. Participants often leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and more deeply connected to their practice—and to themselves.
Retreat Options
Six-Night Option: March 23–29, 2026
Includes a special pre-retreat “Noble Friendship” gathering for returning participants (March 23–25). This two-day experience is held in partial silence, offering an opportunity to settle in and reconnect.
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Four-Night Option: March 25–29, 2026
Ideal for first-time participants or those who prefer a shorter stay. The main retreat begins in full Noble Silence on Wednesday and includes a full meditation schedule, Dharma talks, and individual support.
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The retreat will conclude after lunch on Sunday March 29th.
Who This Retreat Is For
This retreat welcomes both new and experienced practitioners. The only prerequisite is a history of consistent meditation practice. Upali primarily teaches using Shamatha-Vipassana frameworks, focusing on stable attention and strong awareness, though all styles and traditions are respected.
If you’re unsure whether this retreat is the right fit, reach out to Jessi at: jessi@upalimeditation.com
About Upali
Upasaka Upali is a dedicated Dharma teacher known for demystifying meditation and offering tangible, encouraging guidance. He received lineage transmission through Namgyal Rinpoche and took his Upasaka vows in 2015. He studied under Tucker Peck, Ph.D., and Upasaka Culadasa, and co-founded the Open Dharma Foundation, where he also served as Executive Director.
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Currently, he co-hosts the podcast Teaching Meditation and teaches retreats throughout the year. This will be his eighth retreat at Well Being Retreat Center.
Read more about Upali HERE
What You Can Expect
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Full days of silent meditation (sitting and walking)
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Daily Dharma talks
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One-on-one teacher support
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Noble Silence observed throughout the retreat
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Sessions held indoors and, weather permitting, in an open-air riverside pavilion
Meals & Accommodations
Vegetarian Meals:
Three freshly prepared, mostly gluten-free, vegetarian meals will be served daily. Meals may include organic eggs and dairy, with a vegan option available. Tea, coffee, lemon ginger water, and snacks will be available throughout the day.
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Note for Six-Night Participants:
Meals begin with supper on Wednesday. Before that, participants are responsible for their own food. Cabins include kitchenettes for meal preparation; Cabinettes do not.
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Lodging Options:
A variety of cozy cabins and cabinettes are available.
View lodging photos HERE.
Questions?
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For questions about the retreat content or structure, email Upali at upasakaupali@gmail.com
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For questions about facilities or accommodations, email Heather at registration@wellbeingfoundation.org
Registration & Payment
Please register with Well Being Retreat Center for your lodging and meals using the online form below.
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After previewing your form, scroll to the bottom and click Submit to be taken to the payment page. Full payment is required at time of registration.
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Cancellation & Accommodations Policies can be found HERE
Scholarships:
Partial and full scholarships are available through the Open Dharma Foundation, please reach out to Upali at upasakaupali@gmail.com