about our retreats

Rock and debris will eventually slow down or block the current of a river. To help a river flow more freely, we remove whatever is impeding its flow. Similarly, the source of true nourishment lies within us, not in the external world, and is always available to us. However, it is often hard to know this, because our access to this bounty is often obscured.

This retreat is an opportunity to anchor to a deeper substratum within, finding an inner place where we can begin to take refuge. Together, we work with the obstacles that are in the way of our relationship to the interconnected substratum at the core of our being––our most essential Self.

We begin where you are. You are both the portal to the sacred and sacred. We work with whatever you bring to the table––your faith or lack of it, your lineage or rejection of lineage, your relationships, work, disappointments, struggles, dreams, recurring themes or images, and the ground of your everyday life.

Inner work does not happen overnight. It is a process, a commitment, and ultimately a gift. When we sit together and deepen our commitment to ourselves and each other, we develop resilience in the face of uncertainty and we move closer to the true Source of all that we long for––compassion, joy, peace, harmony, hope, integrity, humility and true service.

discerning if retreats are right for you

The work at Antara is rooted in spirituality, with an invitation for each person to explore their direct connection to Spirit. People of all faiths gather here, as well as those who have no faith, or who are exploring lineage, and many spiritual teachings come through during retreat. We chant together, spend some time in meditation and welcome questions around how to begin or deepen a spiritual practice. However, the majority of our time together is spent engaged in healing work. Because of the strength of the container, there may be strong expressions of emotion and a high level of intensity. We will sometimes witness in each other profound levels of suffering. We work this way in order to unburden our hearts, and to recover our joyful nature. We want you to know this in advance so that you can discern if this is the right retreat for you at this time. If you are unsure, please reach out to Newell, who can help you talk this through at info@antarataos.com.

cost & Pricing

full rate

$950

Scholarship rate

There are a handful of scholarships available for those with limited resources. Please click here for more information.

how to hold your spot

You can either pay your tuition in full upon registering, or pay a $200 deposit, and pay for the remainder of your retreat rate at a later date, no more than 2 weeks prior to the start of the retreat.

Payments are non-refundable, however can be applied to a future retreat, in LA or Taos, if you decide to cancel.

structure of retreat

• The retreat will take place Thursday from 6:30pm - 9:00pm. We ask that you arrive by 6pm so that you are settled and ready to go at 6:30pm. The opening session is very important, as it will set the tone for the rest of the retreat.

• Friday, Saturday and Sunday, we will meet from 10am - 6:30pm.

• We ask that people stay from beginning to end, so that we can hold a tight container for all.

Food

Lunch and an afternoon snack will be provided each day.

electronics

While there may be times when it is necessary to stay connected to the outside world, it is important to minimize this. Retreats, at their best, provide an opportunity to “unplug.” If you are in a position to do so, you may want to minimize your screen time or leave a message that indicates that you will be out of reach so that you can truly detach from the outside world.

integration time

After retreat, it is important to allow yourself time to absorb, integrate, and digest your experience. For this reason, we encourage you to build in some time after the retreat to simply let down.