People often ask me about the week of silence that I take every year. I take this week of silence as a means of retreating from the outside world, taking an internal inventory, and continuing to develop Sādhana. The truth is: the yoga and meditation traditions are, by nature, renunciate. They are about removing distractions, getting real with the way things are, and transcending what we think limits us. If you're at all curious about what yoga and meditation can offer you, an immersive retreat is vital to learning how to foster that sort of practice and applying it to your life. It's not easy, but it's incredibly worth it for your mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Many of my students have expressed curiosity in wanting to try such a practice, but understandably feel overwhelmed by the idea of jumping into a week of silence. In response, I have developed a new retreat format that I'm excited to offer you this fall: Over 4 days and 3 nights at a beautiful local retreat center, you will learn and practice a variety of yoga and meditation techniques, reset your circadian rhythm, participate in workshops and discussions, and slowly titrate into one full day of noble silence. I will teach you everything you need to know in advance for that day to be a success (I will still be facilitating that day-- there will just be no talking amongst participants). You will leave the retreat feeling more connected, fulfilled, and at peace-- with lots of tools to help you remain in that state as you re-enter the outside world. You will be in good hands!
CONTACT MATTHEW TO SIGN UP: [email protected]
CONTACT MATTHEW TO SIGN UP: [email protected]
Sadhana: An Immersive Retreat Details
Oct 30-Nov 2, 2025
Arrival: 10am Thursday for settling in, familiarizing yourself with campus, and lunch.
We will formally begin the retreat after lunch.
Depart: 2pm Sunday
Pendle Hill is a gorgeous, friendly, and welcoming quaker retreat center located in Wallingford, PA. It has a large campus with many different housing options. We will be staying in a large private house, with meals a short walk away on main campus.
Many people take vows of silence at Pendle Hill, contributing to the peaceful, serene environment.
All-Inclusive Price: $850
Single Room Accommodations (shared bathrooms)
Home-grown, organic, delicious meals
All programming facilitated by Matthew
(you will learn various forms of sitting and walking mindfulness meditation, yoga sequences, morning routine for health, noble silence, deep listening, and more. But most importantly- you will have ample time to PRACTICE the techniques shared while living in a peaceful environment conducive to your rapid progress.)
Payment can be made via check or Zelle. Credit cards are accepted with a 3% transaction fee.
Payment plans are available with a $300 deposit.
Must be paid in full by September 10th, 2025
All payments are non-refundable, but may be transferable should you need to cancel.
The best way to sign up is to schedule a phone call with me so I can directly address your questions and we can find the best payment option for you. Please contact [email protected].
Oct 30-Nov 2, 2025
Arrival: 10am Thursday for settling in, familiarizing yourself with campus, and lunch.
We will formally begin the retreat after lunch.
Depart: 2pm Sunday
Pendle Hill is a gorgeous, friendly, and welcoming quaker retreat center located in Wallingford, PA. It has a large campus with many different housing options. We will be staying in a large private house, with meals a short walk away on main campus.
Many people take vows of silence at Pendle Hill, contributing to the peaceful, serene environment.
All-Inclusive Price: $850
Single Room Accommodations (shared bathrooms)
Home-grown, organic, delicious meals
All programming facilitated by Matthew
(you will learn various forms of sitting and walking mindfulness meditation, yoga sequences, morning routine for health, noble silence, deep listening, and more. But most importantly- you will have ample time to PRACTICE the techniques shared while living in a peaceful environment conducive to your rapid progress.)
Payment can be made via check or Zelle. Credit cards are accepted with a 3% transaction fee.
Payment plans are available with a $300 deposit.
Must be paid in full by September 10th, 2025
All payments are non-refundable, but may be transferable should you need to cancel.
The best way to sign up is to schedule a phone call with me so I can directly address your questions and we can find the best payment option for you. Please contact [email protected].