Santa Monica Spiritual Retreats

Find calm away from the busy pace of Santa Monica at Ratna Ling’s spiritual retreat, just a short journey north. Nestled among the redwoods and surrounded by peaceful natural beauty, our retreat center invites you to slow down, reflect, and restore balance. Through guided practices and quiet moments of stillness, you’ll reconnect with yourself and discover a deeper sense of clarity. Whether you are visiting your first retreat or returning to your spiritual path, Ratna Ling offers a supportive space to rest, grow, and renew your spirit in nature’s embrace.

Women’s Self-Care Retreat

With Sarah Michelson and Laura Moir

October 9 - 12, 2026
Come together with fellow women to celebrate your innate strength, wisdom, and compassion. There is time to reconnect to the sacred feminine and cultivate a community of sisterhood and solidarity through deep listening, laughter, self-care, and ceremony.

Qigong with the Institute for Internal Transformation

With Chris Fernie

October 14 - 18, 2026
Join master Qi Gong teacher Chris Fernie of the Institute for Internal Transformation for a truly transformational program. Chris offers a unique opportunity to attune deeply to the highest quality of energy and presence in the serene surroundings of Ratna Ling.

Elevate Your Essence: Yoga & Meditation Retreat

With Bex Urban

October 23 - 25, 2026
Practice peace with yoga poses and an intentional pause with Meditation. In this retreat we welcome back Master Teacher Bex Urban for a special yoga retreat at Ratna Ling! Take this mindful "time out” and step away from the distractions of your daily life to re-initiate yourself into more stillness.

The Art of Loss: A Retreat for Grief, Remembrance & Renewal

With Gloria Baraquio and Lydia Hwang

October 30 - November 1, 2026
Loss comes to us in many forms. It may be the death of someone we love, the end of a relationship, a change in health or identity, or the quiet realization that a chapter of our life has ended. Join Gloria Baraquio and Lydia Hwang for a restorative weekend at Ratna Ling devoted to grief, remembrance, and the many ways we learn to live with change.

Begin Again: A weekend retreat

With Yvonne Kingsley

November 6 - 8, 2026
Join Yvonne Kingsley for a peaceful weekend of yoga and meditation as we slow down and surrender to the present moment. Through the alchemy of mindful movement, breath work and contemplation, we expand our capacity to meet the present moment with curiosity and equanimity.

Autumn Renewal: Yoga, Ayurveda, and Healthy Aging

With Melina Meza and Baxter Bell

November 13 - 15, 2026
Join longtime teachers Melina Meza and Baxter Bell for a nourishing weekend at Ratna Ling exploring yoga and Ayurveda as practical pathways to vibrant, healthy aging.

The Essence of Yoga: A Weekend Retreat

With Jenn Russo

November 13 - 15, 2026
We welcome back Jenn Russo of Healdsburg for a special yoga retreat. At this retreat we will focus on using the breath to strengthen our practice and experience a lasting peace. Afternoons will be a slow flow/restorative practice, focused on calming, centering and relaxation.

Grace & Gratitude: A Pre-Thanksgiving Yoga & Meditation Retreat

With Lauren Cohen and Nat Kendall

November 20 - 22, 2026
Join Lauren Cohen and Nat Kendall for a nourishing pre-Thanksgiving weekend in the redwoods! Through soulful yoga practices, dharma discussions, chanting, meditations, time in nature and more, we’ll explore what it means to cultivate grace and gratitude in our everyday lives.

Wintering – A relaxation retreat

With Clare Buckley

December 4 - 6, 2026
Join Senior Yoga Teacher Clare Buckley in the serene and beautiful setting of Ratna Ling and awaken to the experience of holistic wellbeing. In the serene and beautiful setting of Ratna Ling, we will explore embodied movement, breath work, energy work, meditation and mindful practices to deeply nourish energy pathways and to restore balance and equanimity.

A Year for Me: New Year Self-Care Retreat

With Karmyn Ojeda and Erica Martzen

January 15 - 18, 2027
RECLAIM YOUR LIFE THIS YEAR. Take back your time. Take back your energy. Bring your life back into balance. If youʻve been going going going, or giving giving giving, we invite you to join us this January to start the new year with new habits, new perspectives, and new intentions to take back your life and reclaim your energy.

Full Moon New Year Reset

With Alyssa Lauren Stone

January 22 - 24, 2027
Join certified yoga teacher, Reiki Master, and published writer, Alyssa Lauren Stone, for a transformative weekend. From faster-paced Vinyasa flows to more restful Restorative poses, we will explore different types of yoga, breath-work, and meditation techniques to get the body energized and relaxed.

Reclaim: A Nervous System Retreat for Deep Rest and Relaxation

With Nicole Griffin

February 5 - 7, 2027
Book now and get $50.00 off listed prices. Offer valid until Nov 6, 2026.
Come rest, reconnect, and remember who you are beneath the noise. This weekend is your chance to step away from all of that. Together, we’ll slow down through restorative yoga, Yoga Nidra, nervous system-informed movement to help you work with your thoughts and quiet your mind.

Returning to Your Self – Presidentʻs Day Weekend

With Dr. Amy Wolff and Kathleen Barnette

February 12 - 15, 2027
In the fast-paced world of mobile devices, cars, planes, deadlines, and capitalism, we can lose track of what's important. Treat yourself to 3 days to unwind, reflect, and breathe into your fullness. Remember what you value most, and then return to your life with a renewed sense of ease, joy, and strength.

Evoking Resonance: Therapeutic Yoga, Breathwork, and Sound Immersion

With Harvey Deutch and Teresa Van Eyk

February 26 - 28, 2027
Together we will move through therapeutic asanas and breath-work that draw our attention inward, release tension in our physical bodies, and open energetic pathways. Gather with us for a weekend retreat where yoga, breathwork, and sound come together to evoke deep harmony and resonance within.

Spring Break – A Weekend Yoga Retreat

With Martin Scott

March 12 - 14, 2027
Book now and get $50.00 off listed prices. Offer valid until Dec 11, 2026.
The weekend includes morning pranayama and meditations, asana classes and two yoga nidra sessions, all designed to ignite your light and creativity. We’ll embrace the elements of spring, using a combination of breath-work and movement to channel energy, create heat, and explore yoga.

Refuel & Recharge: The Quiet of Ratna Ling

With Bex Urban

March 19 - 21, 2027
Book now and get $100.00 off listed prices. Offer valid until Dec 18, 2026.
Practice peace with yoga poses and an intentional pause with Meditation. In this retreat we welcome back Master Teacher Bex Urban for a special yoga retreat at Ratna Ling! Take this mindful "time out” and step away from the distractions of your daily life to re-initiate yourself into more stillness.

Nourish & Replenish: A Spring Yoga Weekend

With Leila Swenson

April 9 - 11, 2027
This Spring, awaken within and celebrate the vibrancy of renewal, hope, transformation, and growth with Leila Swenson... Join us for an invigorating and relaxing yoga retreat weekend in the stunning and magnificent coastal redwoods... An invitation to step away from the demands of daily life and enjoy space for self-inquiry, practice, community, and reflection!

Spring Reset Retreat

With Nikki Estrada

May 7 - 9, 2027
Reset yourself this spring! Join Nikki for a weekend of asana, pranayama, meditation and yoga philosophy as we transition into spring. Refresh mind, energy and body with extended yoga practices, time to rest, delicious food and surrounding nature.

Spring Radiance: Harness Energy & Awaken Joy

With Klara Crean and Leslie Tippell

May 14 - 16, 2027
Book now and get $50.00 off listed prices. Offer valid until Feb 12, 2027.
Step into the radiant embrace of late summer and join us for an immersive retreat in Sonoma County, where the season’s vibrant energy becomes your catalyst for renewal and inner power.

Awakening Flow: Vinyasa, Massage & Sound

With Dana Hancock and Melody Hopkins

May 21 - 23, 2027
Book now and get $50.00 off listed prices. Offer valid until Feb 19, 2027.
This Spring retreat combines the vitality and fluidity of vinyasa yoga with the quieter practices of massage, yin & restorative yoga, and sound healing to invite overall wellness and vitality.  You will experience the balance of strong, soft, and quiet through practice...

A Weekend of Self-Care | Memorial Day

With Natalie Colvin and Meg McDonald

May 28 - 31, 2027
In the fast-paced world of mobile devices, cars, planes, deadlines, and capitalism, we can lose track of what's important. Treat yourself to 4 days to unwind, reflect, and breathe into your fullness. Remember what you value most, and then return to your life with a renewed sense of ease, joy, and strength.

Spring Renewal Yoga Retreat

With Dariece Warren

June 11 - 13, 2027
Book now and get $50.00 off listed prices. Offer valid until Mar 12, 2027.
Let go of the heaviness of winter and welcome in the energy of the spring season! Using mindful movement and alignment based yoga flow we will release tension and clear out stagnant energy to raise our vibration.

Unplug & Restore: A weekend of Yoga, Nature, and Sound Healing

With Angela Olson

September 10 - 12, 2027
Step away from the noise of everyday life and give yourself a weekend to simply slow down, breathe, and restore. Join Angela Olson of Cloverdale’s Studio 5 for a nourishing 3-day retreat at Ratna Ling, where yoga, nature, deep rest, and sound invite you to unplug from your usual routines and reconnect with yourself.

Moving Wisely: A Yoga and Mindfulness Retreat

With Mary Beth Ray

March 31 - April 2, 2028
In this weekend retreat, you will slow down and experience spaciousness in your body, mind, and breath to just be. The yoga practices are infused with peace and calmness to cultivate deeper stability, awareness, and insight into the interconnected dimensions of your whole self.

Spiritual RETREATS NEAR Santa Monica, CALIFORNIA FAQ’s

Spiritual retreats at Ratna Ling are designed to offer a transformative and uplifting experience, guiding you toward balance, clarity, and inner renewal. Just a few hours north of Los Angeles, our retreats create space for you to:

Find Peace Beyond the City

Leave behind the constant movement of Santa Monica and step into the stillness of our redwood sanctuary, where the natural world supports your journey inward.

Deepen Your Spiritual Path

Whether you are beginning or continuing your practice, our teachers offer wisdom and guidance that nurture mindfulness, self-awareness, and connection.

Reconnect with Your True Self

Take a break from daily pressures and reflect on what truly matters. Our peaceful environment invites rest, healing, and clarity.

Let Nature Inspire Renewal

Amidst towering redwoods and wide-open skies, discover the grounding power of nature and its ability to restore balance.

Nourish Body and Spirit

Enjoy wholesome meals prepared with care, designed to support both your health and your spiritual journey.

Bring Presence Into Daily Life

Learn to carry mindfulness into everyday activities—walking, eating, resting—so the benefits of your retreat continue long after you leave.

Share in Quiet Connection

Be part of a community that values stillness and presence, where gentle connections are formed in an atmosphere of support.

Awaken Inner Growth

Through reflection and guided practices, let go of what holds you back and welcome a renewed sense of clarity and purpose.

At Ratna Ling, our spiritual retreats give you the rare chance to pause, reconnect, and awaken your inner strength, just a short journey north of Santa Monica.

 

 

 

Our spiritual retreats for the Santa Monica community at Ratna Ling are designed to welcome everyone, including those just beginning their practice. Each program is carefully crafted to create a supportive and accessible experience through the following:

Supportive Guidance

Compassionate teachers introduce spiritual practices in a clear and approachable way. Step by step, you’ll build confidence with guided sessions that make the path feel natural.

Nurturing Atmosphere

The retreat center offers a peaceful environment where you can slow down and move at your own rhythm. Whether it’s your first retreat or a return to practice, you’ll be received with warmth and encouragement.

Beginner-Friendly Practices

Each retreat includes simple yet powerful methods such as breath awareness, mindfulness, and quiet reflection to help calm the mind and connect with the present.

Personalized Attention

Small group settings ensure you can ask questions, receive guidance, and progress comfortably at your own pace.

Whole-Person Experience

Programs feature nourishing meals, time in nature, and mindful activities that support balance in body, mind, and spirit.

Shared Journey

Many participants are exploring retreats for the first time, creating a sense of ease and connection through shared experiences.

At Ratna Ling, we believe everyone can benefit from the gift of retreat. Our programs provide the time, space, and support to reconnect with yourself and discover a deeper peace within.

 

 

  • Sun Protection: Hat, sun block, sunglasses, breathable long-sleeved shirts, etc.
  • Rain gear, umbrella and good sturdy shoes during the rainy season
  • Appropriate outerwear for the season
  • Yoga clothes or clothes that allow you to move freely
  • Flashlight (it can get extremely dark outside at night and there is very limited outdoor lighting)
  • Water bottle
  • Alarm clock
  • Slip-on shoes or slippers for indoors
  • Insect repellent for summer retreats
  • Personal hygiene items such as your favorite shampoo, moisturizer, toothbrush/paste, soap etc. (Towels, bedding, shampoo and hand-soap is provided)
  • Calling cards for international calls. Domestic calls are complimentary.
  • Meal service is provided, however, you are welcome to bring additional snacks and beverages into your cottage.

To preserve the calm and spiritual environment at Ratna Ling, we encourage guests to dress in a way that reflects mindfulness and respect for others. Comfortable and modest clothing is best, and we ask that you avoid outfits that are overly revealing or display inappropriate language or images. Your thoughtfulness helps create a welcoming and supportive space for the whole community.

All retreats at Ratna Ling are offered at a set rate that helps support the retreat center, nourishing vegetarian meals, comfortable accommodations, and the guidance of experienced teachers. Prices differ depending on the program, the length of your stay, and the type of lodging you select. Complete information on costs, inclusions, and special features is available when you choose a retreat from the list above. Each program is created with care to provide a meaningful and transformative experience, making your investment in rest, renewal, and personal growth truly worthwhile.

Taking part in a spiritual retreat can bring lasting benefits to both body and mind. Many guests find greater mental clarity, less stress, and a deeper sense of balance within themselves. The retreat setting provides a rare opportunity to step back from daily responsibilities and focus on what truly matters. As you settle into the flow of the retreat, you may notice better sleep, stronger concentration, and a renewed sense of purpose. Time away from screens and constant distractions creates space for reflection and deep rest, all within the peaceful beauty of the redwoods. Guests also appreciate the feeling of community, drawing inspiration and connection from others who share the same interest in mindfulness and personal growth.

Ratna Ling SPIRITUAL Retreats