We are excited to have Jason Bowman back as a Guest Teacher at Ratna Ling!

The things we make lead directly to the sense of value we get from being alive. Relationships, meals, stories, pictures, careers, vacations—everything is a product of creativity. Over the years of my practice, it’s become increasingly clear that yoga and sitting still are simply support systems for the singular act: making something out of nothing.

Call it a getaway for people who like both leggings and literature. The practice will provide a light, but sturdy, framework for a plethora of free time, to be used creatively. I’ll be offering some initial considerations/ideas that can be applied to existing personal projects, or transformed into a weekend-long writing exercise. There is communal and private space to work.

There will also be a shared reading beforehand: The Writing Life by Annie Dillard. It’s a short collection of essays that illuminate the act of creativity, in a way that’s accessible, and riveting, to people who are decidedly not writers.

The surrounding area has very nice beaches and hiking, should that suit. The center itself has a palatial meditation hall that can be used freely. Also, fantastic accommodations and food and vibes. We’ll talk, and not talk, and be together, and also on our own.

Accommodations:

Each cottage has two queen beds, which are located in separate bedrooms. The cottages are large and have high ceilings, with a living room, kitchen and full bathroom. The whole center is luxurious and comfortable.

Fee:

$1300 per person

This includes accommodations, meals, yoga, taxes… everything except massages.

If you’re signing up with a friend or partner, please indicate in the registration notes, so we can pair you in the same cottage. For single guests who want a private cottage, the additional cost is $900.

Schedule:

THURSDAY

3:00pm – Arrival

4:00-5:15pm – Vinyasa class

5:30pm – Dinner

7:00pm – Discussion/Lecture

FRIDAY

6:00-7:00am – Sitting period

7:15-8:30am – Vinyasa class

8:30am – Breakfast

9:00am-12:30pm – Creative time (or whatever)

12:30pm – Lunch

1:00-4:00pm – Creative time

4-5:15pm – Discussion/Lecture

5:30pm – Dinner

SATURDAY

6:00-7:00am – Sitting period

7:15-8:30am – Vinyasa class

8:30am – Breakfast

9:00am-12:30pm – Creative time

12:30pm – Lunch

1:00-4:00pm – Creative time

4-5:15pm – Discussion/Lecture

5:30pm – Dinner

SUNDAY

7:15-8:15am – Sitting period

8:30-9:45am – Vinyasa class

10:00am – Brunch

12pm – Check out