Featured Trips

Stillwater Zen Fall Practice Gathering
Stillwater Zen Fall Practice Gathering
Domestic Monastery Studio
14 Sep, 2024

Past Trips

Our True Nature ~ Yoga & Meditation Retreat
Our True Nature ~ Yoga & Meditation Retreat
Guanacaste Province, Nosara, Costa Rica
18 Jan, 2020
Ayurveda, Yoga & Meditation Retreat with Andrea and Melissa
Ayurveda, Yoga & Meditation Retreat with Andrea and Melissa
Guanacaste Province, Nosara, Costa Rica
25 Jan, 2020

Reviews

RN
A much needed journey with incredible teachers at a spectacular location, the Stowell Lake Farm. The program was exactly what I needed to reset and deepen my meditation practice. The food was unbelievable. Body, mind and soul were well cared for in a stunning setting.
By Roxanne Nicole R for Spirit of Zen - Meditation & Somatic Movement Retreat on Jul 01, 2024
This was a wonderfully nourishing experience. Melissa and Suniti's teachings and energy provided a good reminder of all that is important in life. I have been able to 'return to my cushion' with regularity and greater resolve...... the outcome being that I am more present in relationships and daily life. The retreat center was beautiful with stunning gardens and architecture, the delicious meals were freshly prepared (much of it grown on Stowel Lake Farm) and the other participants were a joy to get to know. I would highly recommend a retreat with Melissa and Suniti!
By maria z for Spirit of Zen - Meditation & Yoga Retreat on Oct 09, 2023
The essence of this experience; the practices, the farm, the people, the birds and bunnies, all are continuing to live and breath in me. The opportunity to rest in the sunny fields, help out on the farm, be fed by food and spirit, and practice sitting and moving together was transformational. Attending Spirit of Zen with Melissa and Suniti is a gift.
By Jessica E for Spirit of Zen - Meditation & Yoga Retreat on Sep 26, 2023

References

I’m so grateful to Melissa for the thoughtful and powerful way she leads retreats, meditation, and movement practice. I particularly appreciate her trauma-informed approach to yoga. I’ve learned so much from her and I look forward to what the future will bring. I treasure Melissa as a wonderful and highly skilled teacher, chaplain, and leader.
By Naomi M on 08 Jul, 2021