Your Mind Body Reset
One sacred day to rest, breathe, and come back to life
Life on Long Island moves fast. For many of us, rushing, tension, and constant doing have become the norm. But living in survival mode quietly drains our health, our joy, and the deeper energies we need to feel truly alive. This is not how we were meant to live, and there is a way out.
This one-day retreat is a reset for your mind, body and nervous system. Through yoga, mindfulness practices, soul talks, sound healing with world-renowned musicians, nature walks by the Long Island Sound, fireside rest, and nourishing meals, expect to experience profound states of deep relaxation, peace, connection, openness, an overall sense of wellbeing and a fresh new perspective about yourself and your life.
Turn on sound!
Everything You Need to Come Home to Yourself
Step away from the busyness of Long Island life and settle into stillness. This full day retreat invites you to unwind, reconnect and restore through yoga, breathwork, music, nature, and community... all in a peaceful, nourishing space by the sea.
Morning & Afternoon Yoga
Mindfulness Practices
Live Music & Performers
Journaling & Reflection
Meditations & Breathwork
Nature Trails & Ocean Views
The Day's Flow
This one-day retreat was lovingly designed to support your body, mind, and spirit.
Every element, from the movement practices to the nourishing meals, is thoughtfully created to help you unwind, reconnect, and return to your life with clarity and purpose.
9am - 9:30am
Arrival &
Opening Meditation
Arrive at Camp DeWolfe, take in the crisp autumn air, and gather in community to open the day with grounding intention.
9:30am - 11:00am
Morning Yoga &
Live Music
Awaken the body and uplift the spirit through a special yoga sequence aligned with the healing music of live musical performance. Experience the releasing of repressed emotions as the heart softens.
11am - 11:45am
Happy Yoga Dance
Experience an uplifting and freeing movement experience that invites you to let go and move exactly as you feel. Guided by music that flows through rhythms and moods, this practice helps you release stagnant energy, awaken joy, and reconnect within.
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12:00pm - 12:30pm
Gourmet Indian
Vegetarian Lunch
Gather for a delicious, home-cooked Indian meal prepared by our beloved gourmet chefs. It’s a vibrant celebration of yoga’s roots and always a highlight of the day.
12:30pm - 2:00pm
Free Time orNature Walk
Wander through peaceful wooded trails, sit by the Long Island Sound, or journal in quiet solitude. Let nature speak to you.
2:00pm - 2:40pm
Soul Talk with Regina
Be guided by wisdom. Master teacher and holistic nurse Regina Chaeli shares reflections from 40+ years of yoga and meditation, offering heartfelt insights on how to live with more peace, love, and compassion.
2:45pm - 3:45pm
Opera Meets Yoga
Science reveals that classical music slows the heart, reduces stress, and restores balance to the nervous system. Enjoy a slow moving yoga sequence infused with live opera by world famous vocalists.
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sound Bath Meditation
Melt into a profound state of relaxation as healing sound waves wash over your being. Be drawn inward by the sounds of crystal singing bowls, chimes, drums and gongs.
5:00pm - 5:30pm
Nourishing Vegetarian Dinner
Our famous homemade vegan Butternut squash soup made with love by the Darshana community, filled with nourishing, seasonal ingredients to ground and replenish you.
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5:45pm - 6:15pm
Yoga Nidra Meditation
Experience a a profound state of peace and deep relaxation as layers of tension are released from the body and pure joy and love radiate throughout your whole being.
6:20pm - 6:45pm
Around The Fire
Gather by the fire for stories, s’mores, and soulful reflection. We will share from the heart, sip warm tea, and watch the sunset over the Sound.
DEEP HEALING
OPERA MEETS YOGA
with world famous vocalist Tyler Putnam
Science reveals how classical music reduces stress, calms the nervous system and helps to restore balance. Enjoy a slow moving mindfulness based sequence that is infused with the deep beautiful bass-baritone voice of world famous opera singer Tyler Putnam. You have the freedom to move, sit or lie down and receive deep healing.
Find your inner pulse
Let your heart heal
Happy Yoga Dance
with Dan Elfawal
Experience an uplifting and freeing movement experience that invites you to let go of self-consciousness and move exactly as you feel. Guided by music that flows through rhythms and moods, this practice helps you release stagnant energy, awaken joy, and reconnect with your body’s natural wisdom
Let the mantras ground you.
Let the rhythm uplift you.
Let your spirit sing.
INNER FREEDOM
SPIRITUAL MESSAGES
Intuitive Readings
Intuitive Mini-Readings with Katherine
Mini intuitive card readings with Katherine invite you into a bright moment of insight and wonder. Through intuitive cards she opens clear messages that spark courage and direction in your everyday life. Each session feels warm, real, and uplifting, leaving your heart steady and your path visible.
Mini Reading: $40 for 15 minutes
Appointments available throughout the retreat.
Listen for what your soul is ready to hear.
Sound Bath Meditation
WITH VANESSA MEYER
Close your eyes. Follow the vibes. Return to your essence.
Melt into a profound state of relaxation as healing sound waves wash over your being. Be drawn inward by the sounds of crystal singing bowls, koshi chimes, Native American drums and sacred mantras.
Bring a yoga blanket, pillow and eye bolster for the best experience.
Breathe. Release. Rise.
HIGHER REALM
Meet Your Instructors
Guided by Love & Wisdom
Your retreat will be led by devoted Yoga Darshana teachers and guest facilitators who bring decades of experience in spiritual practice and healing arts. Their presence is steady, compassionate, and rooted in love.
A Celebration of Flavor & Tribute to the Roots of Yoga
Food is sacred. Both meals served during the retreat are vegetarian, lovingly prepared, and designed to nourish your body and support your spiritual practice.
For lunch, enjoy a vibrant Indian feast lovingly prepared by our gourmet chefs, a delicious tribute to the Eastern roots of yoga, always a highlight of the retreat. In the evening, we’ll gather again to share our beloved homemade Buddha Bowls, crafted with care by the Darshana community and filled with wholesome, nourishing ingredients. To close the day, delight in a surprise organic dessert, a sweet offering to celebrate the joy and warmth we’ve shared on this day.
Nourishing Authentic Indian Cuisine
“May this food nourish your body, soften your heart, and remind you of the love that prepared it.”
Reflections
from past retreat participants
Katie | Fall Retreat 2024
"The music, teachers and atmosphere create a wonderful experience"
A Retreat Rooted in Nature
Camp DeWolfe
408 N Side Rd., Wading River, NY
Camp DeWolfe is nestled on the northern coast of Long Island, where the forest meets the sea. With over 26 acres of wooded trails, open skies, and sacred stillness, this land holds you gently while you do the work of returning how to your true self.
Retreat Tickets
This retreat is a sacred offering, a day to reconnect, restore, and break the constant stress cycle.
If cost is a barrier, please reach out. A few partial scholarships may be available.
Retreat Access Pass
LIMITED SPACE
Reserve Your Spot Today
$199
for 1 person
Are you ready to journey inward? Your retreat includes the full program, nourishing vegetarian lunch and dinner, all sessions, and access to the sacred grounds for rest and reflection.
Full Retreat Program Included
Vegetarian Lunch & Buddha Bowl Dinner
26 Acres of Nature Trails & Beaches
CANCELLATIONS & GUIDELINES
There are no refunds for this event.Alcohol, smoking, and vaping are prohibited anywhere on campus. Please notify us at least 2 weeks in advance of any special dietary needs.
Questions?
Contact Darshana Center
Call Us
631-893-1146
Text Us
631-987-8541
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