Seeking Solace - The Inner Temple (Silent Retreat) with Gabrielle Mendoza

Seeking Solace: The Inner Temple is a curated experience meant for those who have a dedicated meditation practice, and want to uphold the reverential practice of silence in the form of controlled speech and quieting of thoughts as a way to open themselves to the sacredness of the peaceful, unmoving and silent state of the Self; which is our true nature.

Noble silence will be practised from sundown on Day 1 to sunrise on Day 5, and the experience will be accompanied by Yoga philosophy and practices, breathwork and meditation. In separating our inner and outer experiences, we will pave the way for union to enhance the quality of our participation in life.

 

ABOUT RUKGALA RETREAT

Away from the bustling city of Colombo, lies the more reclusive shores of the Victoria Lake in Digana, near Kandy, where rich cultural heritage is still much preserved, and where time stands still for presence and connection. 

The tranquillity and beauty of the natural surroundings perfectly supports an immersive environment for learning, grounding and inspiration. 

This retreat will host no more than 18 participants in a buy-out setting that will preserve the sanctity of its intention. This will also allow us to be fully cared for by the heartwarming hospitality of the retreat venue's hosts. 12 of your meals will be catered for, with a curated wellness menu to detoxify your body from the inside out.  

Rooms are available on a first-come-first-served basis upon registration and settlement of full payment for the retreat. 

https://www.rukgalaretreat.com/rooms

 

ITINERARY

5 Days/4 Nights: Thursday to Monday ( 9 - 13 Jan 2025)

Tentative Schedule  

Day 1, Thursday

• 8:55am     Suggested flight to Sri Lanka 
• 10:25am   Arrival in Sri Lanka 
• 1:00pm     Welcome reception at Rukgala Retreat
• 6:00pm     Opening Circle 

 

Day 2, Friday

• 6:00am     Sunrise Meditation 
• 6:30am     Hatha Yoga and Meditation 
• 11:30am   The Importance of Non-Speaking: Mouna and Noble Silence 
• 4:00pm     Yin Yoga and Meditation  

Day 3, Saturday

• 6:00am      Sunrise Meditation 
• 6:30am      Vinyasa Yoga and Meditation 
• 11:30am    The Journey of the Self, Through the Self, to the Self
  
• 4:00pm      Pranayama and Meditation
  
• 5:30pm      Sunset Trek to Coconut Ridge

Day 4, Sunday

• 6:00am    Sunrise Meditation 
• 6:30am    108 Sun Salutations
• 11:30am  The Transformative Power of Meditation
• 4:00pm    Restorative Yoga and Meditation

Day 5 

• 6:00am     Sunrise Meditation 
• 6:30am     Yin Yang
  
• 11:00am   Closing Ceremony
  
• 1:00pm     Tea Plantation Tour and Tea Tasting
• 9:00pm  Travel to Airport (Suggested flight back 11:30pm) 

This retreat will be capped at 18 participants, and a provided mala bead necklace can be used to highlight your intention, should you choose to remain silent for the whole duration of the retreat.