Silent Meditation & Yoga Weekend Retreat

Step away from daily life and reconnect with stillness.

Through Buddhist mindfulness meditation, yoga, dhamma talks, walking meditation, eating meditation & mindful walking in nature you are guided to touch the stillness that is always here — quiet, steady, awake. An opportunity to cultivate wisdom, clarity, and inner freedom, held in a peaceful setting. Away from the rush of the world, in a farmhouse surrounded by nature, we practice resting deeply and seeing clearly.

Mindfulness, Insight, and Embodied Presence

In the spirit of the ancient traditions, we gather for a weekend of noble silence, reflection, and practice.

Yoga and the Dhamma — Two Rivers, One Ocean

The teachings of Yoga and the Buddha’s Dhamma share a common ground:
Both offer a way of release from suffering, a return to wholeness through direct experience.
In this retreat, we explore how mindful movement, embodied presence, breath awareness, and meditative stillness work together to cultivate greater calm, clarity, and connection.

The Gift of Silence

Silence is a profound teacher. Silence helps us to slow down, listen deeply, and see more clearly.
By letting go of outside noise, we meet ourselves with more honesty, kindness, and patience. This weekend we arrive, meet eachother, have an openings ritual & practice and connect during a shared dinner (no silence yet). After dinner, Noble Silence starts - evening practice will follow. On Monday after the morning practice we break the silence and have breakfast together and will leave to our daily lifes inspired and nourished.

Dopamine Detox – No Distractions

In this weekend, we invite you into a state of true rest by stepping away from constant stimulation. No phone, no reading, no writing (besides during dhamma talks if preferred), nothing to do. By temporarily reducing external input, we allow the nervous system to reset and the mind to settle.

This 'dopamine detox' isn’t about going without, but about reclaiming your attention. Without reaching for the next notification, idea, or task, you begin to experience the richness of the present moment. It’s a chance to slow down, restore balance, and reconnect with yourself in stillness

The Path of Meditation

Our sitting practice draws on two essential trainings:

Shamatha (calm abiding): the art of steadying the mind through gentle, continuous attention.
Vipassana (clear seeing): the cultivation of insight into the impermanent, interconnected nature of life.

Through these practices, we nurture clarity, compassion, and a deeper trust in the unfolding of each moment.

Mindful Walking — Meditation in Motion

Our walking practices will be Mindful Walking & Walking Meditiation. The same but slighty different in pase. Walking meditation extends the field of mindfulness from the stillness of sitting into the flow of daily life. With each step, we learn to walk gently upon the earth, aware of breath, body, and presence.

Eating Meditation - Nourishment in Stillness

In this retreat, we also practice Eating Meditation: a simple yet profound way to bring mindfulness into everyday life. By slowing down and engaging all the senses, we learn to eat with full presence—tasting, smelling, feeling, and truly receiving our food. This practice invites us to cultivate gratitude, improve digestion, and become more aware of our habits around food.

The Silent Retreat

This is not a holiday.
It’s an immersive practice weekend. Expect a full schedule, with activities from the morning bell at 7:00 AM until the evening bell at 9:00 PM. Throughout the weekend, you will have 1.5 hours of free time each day to relax and integrate the practices

This rhythm is designed to support your practice and help you meet what needs to be met. You’ll go home with something more meaningful than just rest.

Program

Friday evening starts with an opening practice and shared dinner before we enter Noble Silence. On Saturday and Sunday, each day follows a rhythmic pattern of yoga, meditation, Dhamma talks, and mindful walks. The retreat ends with a shared breakfast and closing circle on Monday morning, where we break the silence and depart renewed.

Schedule may vary slightly

Saturday – Dec 13
• Morning Bell | 07.00
• Whole day schedule with yoga & meditation
• Rest/Free time 1,5 hour
• Evening Bell | 21:00

Sunday – Dec 14
• Morning Bell | 07.00
• Whole day schedule with yoga & meditation
• Rest/Free time 1,5 hour
• Evening Bell | 21:00

Monday– Dec 15
• Morning Bell | 07.00
• Morning practice with yoga & meditation
• Closing Circle - Noble Silence ends
• Shared Breakfast
• Departure | 11.00

Accommodation
The farmhouse offers simple, clean, and comfortable twin rooms, each shared with one other participant. The peaceful space support relaxation and deep rest. There are 5 shared twin rooms (2 people per room) that share 2 spacious bathrooms. Additionally, there is 1 room available for 3 people with a private attached bathroom.

Please note: the rooms vary slightly in size and layout, but all are offered at the same price. We encourage a spirit of simplicity and acceptance—trust that each space supports the essence of retreat.

All meals are fully vegan/plant based and made with organic ingredients., prepared with care to nourish both body and mind.

When: Friday 12 December 16.00 arriving – Monday 15 Dec 11.00 end
Investment: The price for the full retreat is €620.
This includes three nights accommodation, all meals, and a full program from early morning until evening, with yoga, meditation and dhamma talks. With personal support throughout, and a maximum of only 14 participants, you’ll experience an intimate and deeply transformative retreat.
Everything is taken care of — all you need to do is arrive and fully immerse yourself.

Location: The Farmhouse, near Zwolle website: INNERLICHT

Places are limited to only 14 participants, so don’t wait too long to book your spot. To reserve your place, you can make a payment in full or opt for a two-installment plan

note: we use the yogashala shown on top of this page, not the one that is shown on Innerlicht page. They have 2 shala’s.

About

Barbara - owner Yogaseads - In my 20 years of teaching yoga, I’ve become increasingly specialized in Yin Yoga, Mind Training, and Buddhism.
I aim to weave these complementary teachings together in a way that’s simple, accessible, and down-to-earth for everyone.
Every day, I’m grateful to have found Yoga and Buddhism—and feel inspired to share them, hoping they may benefit the world around us.

I’d love to welcome you on this Silent Weekend Retreat!

Please send an email to info@yogaseads.nl if you have any questions. To book this weekend you can use the button below.

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With love,

Barbara