Retreat with Swami Amritaswarupananda
Aug 8, 2026 7:30am to Aug 9, 2026 8:00pm
Ready to register for the weekend retreat? Click here.
RSVP for the free public program on Saturday night here.
Swami Amritaswarupananda will be conducting two retreats and a public program at MA Center Chicago Friday-Sunday, Aug 7-9, 2026! Although Amma will not be touring the U.S. this summer, Swamiji will be bringing her light to our community through:
- Inspirational Discourses
- Soul-Stirring Bhajans
- Interactive Q&A Sessions & More
Join us as we gather to celebrate Amma’s message of love and service.
Additional programs:
- A one-day youth program on Friday, Aug. 7 (separate registration required - more details coming soon)
- Free Public Program: Saturday evening , Aug. 8, 2026, which will include a satsang talk and bhajans. Afterward, a delicious vegetarian meal will be available for non-retreat participants for a modest donation. RSVP for free public program here.
Venue:
MA Center Chicago
41W501 Keslinger Road
Elburn, IL 60119
na.amma.org/chicago
macenterchicago@ammagroups.org
Weekend Retreat Registration Fees
Adult (18+): $150
Second Adult (18+): $100*
Students (18+): $50
Teens and Children (17 and under): Free
* One registration may include a maximum of two adults.
Late Registration Fee: A late registration fee of $20 per person will be added beginning at 12:01 AM on August 3, 2026.
Need accommodations? Email macclodging@macenters.org to request shared onsite accommodations at MA Center Chicago (for a separate nominal fee). Please note: space is very limited. Area hotel information and discounts can be found on our Local Guides page here. We highly recommend checking Booking.com, which has many good options.
Public Program Details:
Saturday, August 9 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
*Seating opens at 4:30 PM
The public program is open to everyone and will include:
Satsang (spiritual talk)
Bhajans (devotional singing)
Meditation
Light Dinner
If you have any questions, please contact us at macc.retreats@macenters.org.
For more information about Swamiji's 2026 North America tour, click here.
Saturday
Jul
18
3:00pm - 4:00pm
"A river that flows through many branches will not have a powerful current. If the branches are redirected and the river is redirected to flow only through the main stream, the force of the current will increase greatly. It may even be possible to generate electricity from such a strong current.... more ›
Sunday
Jul
19
6:00am - 8:30am
"The silence that we acquire through prayer and meditation helps us find peace and true happiness in this noisy world." ~Amma
Join us for a Silent Sunday Morning (with Swamini Ambikamrita Prana when she is here), starting with archana in the MA Center Chicago satsang hall at 6am, followed by... more ›
Sunday
Jul
19
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join the MA Center Chicago knit and crochet group to help people in need of warm hats, scarves, and more. The group meets from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm on the second and fourth Sunday of each month in the South Lodge Community Room.
All skill levels are welcome, and if you are unable to attend the... more ›
Tuesday
Jul
21
8:00am - 9:00am
Location: MA Center Chicago Yoga Shala (underneath the satsang hall)
Join us Tuesday mornings for an open yoga class with simple, gentle Amrita Yoga postures/asanas. No prior experience or training in Amrita Yoga is necessary.
"The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong... more ›
Tuesday
Jul
21
4:00pm - 5:00pm
The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or religion. It was passed on to us by the ancient seers for the well-being of humanity. Yoga helps us reconnect with nature and eventually become one with God. - Amma
Please join us for gentle chair yoga... more ›
Saturday
Jul
25
9:30am - 7:30pm
Community Seva and Satsang Day
"To receive the opportunity to do Seva (selfless service) and serve the world is a gift from God.” ~Amma
Seva Activities
Join us as we prepare for Swami Amritaswarupananda's August programs.
Schedule:
TBD Come anytime and jump in — all are welcome! Satsang... more ›
TBD Come anytime and jump in — all are welcome! Satsang... more ›
Saturday
Jul
25
3:00pm - 4:00pm
"A river that flows through many branches will not have a powerful current. If the branches are redirected and the river is redirected to flow only through the main stream, the force of the current will increase greatly. It may even be possible to generate electricity from such a strong current.... more ›
Sunday
Jul
26
6:00am - 8:30am
"The silence that we acquire through prayer and meditation helps us find peace and true happiness in this noisy world." ~Amma
Join us for a Silent Sunday Morning (with Swamini Ambikamrita Prana when she is here), starting with archana in the MA Center Chicago satsang hall at 6am, followed by... more ›
Sunday
Jul
26
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join the MA Center Chicago knit and crochet group to help people in need of warm hats, scarves, and more. The group meets from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm on the second and fourth Sunday of each month in the South Lodge Community Room.
All skill levels are welcome, and if you are unable to attend the... more ›
Tuesday
Jul
28
8:00am - 9:00am
Location: MA Center Chicago Yoga Shala (underneath the satsang hall)
Join us Tuesday mornings for an open yoga class with simple, gentle Amrita Yoga postures/asanas. No prior experience or training in Amrita Yoga is necessary.
"The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong... more ›
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All are welcome to join the ashram residents for daily spiritual practices in the satsang hall:
WHITE FLOWER MEDITATION
Sunday through Friday at 6:00 pm
Amma requests everyone to regularly practice this meditation once or twice a day for the benefit of the entire world. Join us live or via Zoom: https://bit.ly/maccmed
Meeting ID: 828 7832 9402
Passcode: 092753
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EVENING BHAJANS
Sunday-Friday at 6:30 pm (in-person only)
- Guru Stotram chanting
- Bhajans (devotional singing)
- Closing prayers and arati