IAM-35 Course Retreat in Kula, HI

Aug 1, 2026 10:00pm to Aug 2, 2026 5:00pm 

IAM-35 Weekend Retreat in Kula, Hawaii

Set in the remote and tranquil highlands of Upper Kula on the upper slopes of Mt Haleakala, this retreat offers a pristine sanctuary for your practice. Surrounded by the breathtaking natural beauty of Hawaii, some sessions will be held outside on the lanai, providing sweeping bicoastal views overlooking West Maui. The quiet, expansive serenity of this space provides the perfect container for deep reflection, relaxation, and inner peace.

The Experience of Practice

Experience this peace through IAM-35, a transformative 35-minute daily meditation. Conceived by world-renowned humanitarian and spiritual leader Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi (Amma), the IAM-35 integrates gentle yoga, breath, sound, and visualization to harmonize the body, mind, intellect, and heart.

Whether you are learning this technique for the first time, expanding from your IAM-20 practice, or seeking to deepen your experience by retaking the full IAM-35 course, this weekend is offered for anyone deeply interested in spiritual growth. The weekend includes Amma’s spiritual teachings on meditation and practical guidance for a worry-free life.

The Schedule

Note: To complete the training, you must attend both days of the retreat. More schedule details will be emailed to attendees as they are finalized.

Day I: Saturday, August 1
10:00 am – 4:00 pm HST: IAM-35 Retreat Sessions
4:00 pm HST: Guru Purnima Celebration (Open to the Amma Satsang Community)

Day II: Sunday, August 2
10:00 am – 5:00 pm HST: IAM-35 Retreat Sessions

IAM-35 Refresher Only
Sunday, August 2
3:00 pm HST

Location, Travel & Accommodations

Upper Kula, HI (In-person only): The exact retreat address will be provided once your registration is complete. For those traveling from out of town, the main airport is Kahului Airport (OGG). We will provide a rideshare link to help coordinate transportation.

Accommodations: Limited shared dorm-style accommodations (with shared bathrooms) have been pre-arranged for those who would like to sign up. If you are booking your own lodging, we recommend looking for a local Airbnb or VRBO near the retreat (reference address: 569 Hāpapa Rd, Kula, HI 96790), as there are no hotels nearby.

Meals: We will be serving three delicious catered vegetarian meals during the retreat at a cost of $15 per meal. Saturday evening will feature a community vegetarian potluck following the Guru Purnima celebration, where attendees can choose to contribute a dish or pay $15 toward the meal cost. Our team will contact you to coordinate dietary preferences.

What to Bring

Modest clothing comfortable for gentle yoga poses, a yoga mat and/or blanket, a meditation cushion, and personal snacks. Chairs and course handouts will be provided.

Reserve Your Space

Sunday
Jul
19
10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth IAM Course for ages 10-14 with Sreemayi on Zoom
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Saturday
Jul
25
9:00am - 12:00pm
IAM-20 Course
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Friday
Aug
28
A Multi-Day Event
IAM-35 Course Retreat on Zoom
Hosted by National IAM Coordinators Vina and Vidyasagar Treat yourself to an inspiring and centering weekend retreat immersed in learning and practicing Amma's IAM-35 Meditation. Designed for those deeply interested in spiritual practice, IAM® – Integrated... more ›
Thursday
Sep
10
9:30am - 11:30am
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Saturday
Sep
12
A Multi-Day Event
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IAM Guided Meditation Sessions are for IAM graduates who have completed the full IAM Course. The steps of the technique are verbally guided, and there is an opportunity for extended silent meditation together. Guided meditation helps to deepen and support an individual's daily practice, and meditation in a group is beneficial for all who participate. Depending on the session, it is about 30 - 60 minutes. Please contact each instructor/team to register: include your full name, when and where you attended the IAM Course, and the day of the week/time of each session you wish to sign up for.
 

IAM-20 Guided Meditation
 

With Pacific Northwest
IAM Team on Zoom

Mondays 9 am PDT/12 pm EDT
Thursdays 8 pm PDT/11 pm EDT
Saturdays 9 am PDT/12 pm EDT
kumudakali@gmail.com

With Jagrati from Santa Fe, NM on Zoom
Mondays 5 pm PDT/8 pm EDT
https://forms.gle/TSYMMtxfdKkfepiy9

With Abhaya & Manasa from Georgia on Zoom
Tuesdays 3:30 pm PDT/6:30 pm EDT
ildiko.kumaran@gmail.com

With New York/New Jersey
IAM Team via conference call

Tuesdays 4 am PDT/7 am EDT
Fridays 4 am PDT/7 am EDT
ammanycdowntownsatsang
@ammagroups.org

With Anadi on Zoom
Spanish: Thursdays 4 pm PDT/7 pm EDT
latinoamerica.iam@gmail.com

With Southern California
IAM Team on Zoom

8-DAY IMMERSION
June 12 - 19
8 – 8:45 am PDT/11 – 11:45 am EDT (weekdays)
9:30 - 10:15 am PDT/12:30 - 1:15 pm PDT (weekends)
meditate.iam@gmail.com

IAM-35 Guided Meditation
 

With Eknath from Mexico & California on Zoom
Sundays 9 am PDT/11 am EDT
eknathamma@gmail.com

With New York/New Jersey IAM Team via conference call
Sundays 5 am PDT/8 am EDT
Mondays 3:30 am PDT/6:30 am EDT
ammanycdowntownsatsang
@ammagroups.org

With Pacific Northwest
IAM Team on Zoom

Sundays 8:30 am PDT/11:30 am EDT
Mondays 5:30 pm PDT/8:30 pm EDT
Tuesdays 4 pm PDT/7 pm EDT 
Wednesdays 5:30 pm PDT/8:30 pm EDT
Thursdays 9 am PDT/12 pm EDT
Fridays 9 am PDT/12 pm EDT
Pop-up sessions Thursdays and Fridays 4 pm PDT/7 pm EDT
kumudakali@gmail.com

At MA Center PNW (Seattle) in Person
Last Sunday of each month
June 28, 1:30 pm
kumudakali@gmail.com

With Jonathan & Kristen from Santa Fe, NM
on Zoom

Every other Sunday
June 7, 21
9 am PDT/10 am MDT/12 pm EDT
joncrews@aol.com

With MA Center Los Angeles on Zoom
Mondays 6:45 am PDT/9:45 am EDT
Tuesdays 8:30 pm PDT/11:30 pm EDT
iam@la.macenters.org

With Ananda Devi from Gainesville, FL on Zoom
Sundays 1:30 pm PDT/4:30 pm EDT
Tuesdays 7 am PDT/10 am EDT
https://forms.gle/nqokgQh6pPRHWkft7

With Vina, Vidyasagar & Devika from Northern California
IAM Team on Zoom

Wednesdays 8 am PDT/11 am EDT
vina.amma.iam@gmail.com

With Southern California
IAM Team on Zoom

Fridays 8 am PDT/11 am EDT
meditate.iam@gmail.com

With MA Center San Ramon on Zoom
Saturdays 8:30 am PDT/11:30 am EDT
iam@amma.org

With MA Center Chicago on Zoom & in Person
NEW TIME! Saturday 1:00 pm PDT/3:00 pm CDT/4:00 pm EDT
maccmeditation@macenters.org

With Nandini in Person
Every other Saturday
June 13, 27
3:45 am EDT
Halton Hills, Ontario, CAN
nandini450@yahoo.ca