PNW Retreat & Public Program with Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri

PNW Retreat & Public Program with Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri, July 11 - 12
We are excited to welcome Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri back to the Pacific Northwest as part of his 2026 North American tour. Swamiji will lead a retreat and public program at the Embassy Suites Hilton in Lynnwood, Washington, a venue that may bring back fond memories, as Amma held programs there nearly 30 years ago.
Program Dates
Saturday, July 11th - Sunday, July 12th, 2026
Venue
Embassy Suites Hilton
20610 44th Ave West
Lynnwood, WA 98036
Public Program (free)
Saturday, July 11th: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (followed by dinner)
Please RSVP if you’re only attending the Public Program: RSVP here
Public Program Schedule
- 5:00 PM - 5:10 PM: Welcome Swamiji
- 5:10 PM - 5:30 PM: Swamiji’s Talk
- 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM: Bhajans & Meditation
- 8:00 PM: Dinner
Retreat (pre-registration required)
Day 1: Saturday, July 11th, 10:00 AM (check-in starts at 8:00 AM) - 8:00 PM (followed by dinner)
Day 2: Sunday, July 12th, 6:00 AM - 5:30 PM (followed by a light dinner)
Retreat Registration: Register here
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 July 10, 2026.
If the retreat price is prohibitive for you, please send an email to request the lower price option to: retreats@amma.org. All proceeds benefit Embracing the World, Amma’s charitable organization.
Retreat Schedule
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Check-in
- 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Introduction and orientation
- 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Lighting of the lamp, Manasa Puja, Ashtottaram, Welcoming Swamiji
- 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Swamiji’s talk
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch
- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Connecting with Swamiji
- 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Break + Chai/Snacks
- 5:00 PM - 5:10 PM: Welcome Swamiji
- 5:10 PM - 5:30 PM: Swamiji’s Talk
- 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM: Bhajans & Meditation
- 8:00 PM: Dinner
- 6:00 AM - 6:45 AM: Amrita Yoga
- 6:45 AM - 7:00 AM: Chai
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Lakshmi Puja
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Breakfast
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Swamiji’s talk
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Devotee Session
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Q/A Session with Swamiji
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch
- 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Chanting Session
- 3:45 PM - 5:30 PM: Bhajans & Meditation
- 5:30 PM: Light Dinner
Lakshmi Puja
A traditional Puja ceremony dedicated to Maha Lakshmi, the Goddess of Auspiciousness, will be performed by Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya on Sunday, July 12th, starting at 7 am PDT, during the retreat. Attendance will be open to all attending the retreat. To register for a sankalpa (spiritual intention) to be made on your behalf, or for a loved one, during a puja, please sign up using the registration link below. Those who register for sankalpa do not need to be present to receive the benefits of the puja.
Register for a sankalpa here.
Astrology Consultations
We are excited to share that astrologer Vaju Moorthy will be offering in-person Vedic astrology readings during Swamiji's programs in Seattle. Sign-up here. For Seattle timings, select July 11 or 12.
Accommodation
You are welcome to stay at the program venue. Please call the hotel directly or visit their website for booking information.
Embassy Suites Hilton
20610 44th Ave West
Lynnwood, WA 98036
+14257752500
hilton.com
Booking accommodations at the hotel does not automatically register you for the retreat. You need to register separately - see “Retreat Registration” above.
Transportation
Direct rail service is available to and from:
- Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
- Downtown Seattle
- Redmond
- Federal Way
The venue is 0.7 miles from the Lynnwood City Center Link Light Rail Station. You can also use Community Transit Zip Shuttle for affordable local rides in Lynnwood; fares are $2.50 or less per ride.
Parking is free at the venue.
Questions?
Please email ammapnwregion@ammagroups.org
More Information on Swamiji’s 2026 North America Tour: Read more
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Please RSVP if you plan to attend: Text Visala at (206) 861-5917
Schedule subject to change - contact Visala for updates
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Please RSVP if you plan to attend: Text Visala at (206) 861-5917
Schedule subject to change - contact Visala for updates
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Seattle, WA 98133 Cost: $10
Instructor: Visala
Please RSVP if you plan to attend: Text Visala at (206) 861-5917
Schedule subject to change - contact Visala for updates
Instructor: Visala Hohlbein
Cost: $7
Register: https://amritayoga.com/practice/
Schedule subject to change - contact Visala for updates
Where: Snohomish, WA (Contact Visala for address)
Cost: $10
Instructor: Visala
Please RSVP if you plan to attend: Text Visala at (206) 861-5917
Schedule subject to change - contact Visala for updates
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Please RSVP if you plan to attend: Text Visala at (206) 861-5917
Schedule subject to change - contact Visala for updates
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