M.A.Center, Washington DC

Retreat & Public Program with Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri (In Person)

Aug 15, 2026 9:00am to Aug 16, 2026 9:00pm 

Location: 

Sheraton Reston Hotel (Click this link to avail discounted room rate)
11810 Sunrise Valley Dr.,
Reston VA 20191

Pre-registration is required for the retreat. Register HERE.

Join us for a special two-day retreat and public program with Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri, Amma’s most senior disciple, who has traveled the world sharing Amma’s message of love, compassion, and selfless service for nearly four decades.

Through satsang, spiritual practices, devotional singing, meditation, and time with Swamiji, participants will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of Amma’s teachings and discover practical ways to navigate life’s challenges with strength, devotion, and inner clarity.

Retreat Theme: Across Waves to Wonders : The Hanuman Within

Whether material or spiritual, ‘moving forward' is essential. Major religious texts emphasize this. Stagnation hinders success. Flow is natural to creation. Living in harmony with nature promotes overall well-being. Life brings unexpected challenges. To face them without fear, depression, or anxiety, we need grace, the grace already inherent within us. Let’s explore our potential through Amma’s teachings, scriptures, and Swamiji's experiences with Amma, uncovering the invincible Hanuman within.

Retreat Details

Pre-registration is required. 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 August 13, 2026.

Schedule
Saturday, August 15 – Retreat Day 1

  • 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Sunday, August 16 – Retreat Day 2

  • 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM (includes public program starting at 5:00 PM)

Retreat Highlights

Retreat activities include:

  • Scriptural classes
  • Satsang and discussions
  • Meditation
  • Bhajans
  • Q&A with Swamiji
  • Group activities and reflection
  • Registration includes vegetarian meals, tea, coffee and snacks.

Public Program

Sunday, August 16| 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
RSVP Here
*Seating opens at 4:30 PM when Retreat ends

The public program is open to everyone and will include:

  • Satsang (spiritual talk)
  • Bhajans (devotional singing)
  • Meditation
  • Light Dinner (RSVP required)

 

Saturday
Jul
18
4:30pm - 8:00pm
We welcome you all to join us for an in-person Satsang this Saturday at 4:30 pm.  Schedule 4:30PM to 8:00PM: Satsang  4:30PM: Lalita Sahasranama, Mahishasura Mardini Stotram
5:30PM: Break
6:00PM: Satsang, Bhajans, Arati. 8:00PM: Dinner We must remember that the health and safety of... more ›
Friday
Jul
24
7:30pm - 10:00pm
You are invited to join Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya for a special Amrita Kudumbam Satsang. Location Sunita Gupta's Residence
1827 Saint Boniface Street,
Vienna, VA Date Friday, July 24th at 7:30 PM. Schedule The Satsang will include Amma's 108 names, Bhajans and Arati followed by... more ›
Saturday
Jul
25
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Please join Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya for a Picnic Satsang. Location MA Center 
9109 Harrington Dr.
Potomac MD Date July 25th 5pm Schedule Games, a brief  Meditation, 108 names of Amma, Spiritual discussion, Bhajans and Closing prayers followed by dinner
Wednesday
Jul
29
6:30pm - 10:00pm
Join Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya in satsang to observe the auspicious day of Guru Purnima.  Guru Purnima is traditionally observed as a day dedicated to the Guru, when devotees and spiritual aspirants honor and express gratitude to their guru. On the occasion of this Guru Purnima, let us gather... more ›
Saturday
Aug
01
4:30pm - 8:00pm
We welcome you all to join us for an in-person Satsang this Saturday at 4:30 pm.  Schedule 4:30PM to 8:00PM: Satsang  4:30PM: Lalita Sahasranama, Mahishasura Mardini Stotram
5:30PM: Break
6:00PM: Satsang, Bhajans, Arati. 8:00PM: Dinner We must remember that the health and safety of... more ›
Saturday
Aug
08
4:30pm - 8:00pm
We welcome you all to join us for an in-person Satsang this Saturday at 4:30 pm.  Schedule 4:30PM to 8:00PM: Satsang  4:30PM: Lalita Sahasranama, Mahishasura Mardini Stotram
5:30PM: Break
6:00PM: Satsang, Bhajans, Arati. 8:00PM: Dinner We must remember that the health and safety of... more ›
Saturday
Aug
22
4:30pm - 8:00pm
We welcome you all to join us for an in-person Satsang this Saturday at 4:30 pm.  Schedule 4:30PM to 8:00PM: Satsang  4:30PM: Lalita Sahasranama, Mahishasura Mardini Stotram
5:30PM: Break
6:00PM: Satsang, Bhajans, Arati. 8:00PM: Dinner We must remember that the health and safety of... more ›
Saturday
Aug
29
4:30pm - 8:00pm
We welcome you all to join us for an in-person Satsang this Saturday at 4:30 pm.  Schedule 4:30PM to 8:00PM: Satsang  4:30PM: Lalita Sahasranama, Mahishasura Mardini Stotram
5:30PM: Break
6:00PM: Satsang, Bhajans, Arati. 8:00PM: Dinner We must remember that the health and safety of... more ›
Saturday
Sep
05
4:30pm - 8:00pm
We welcome you all to join us for an in-person Satsang this Saturday at 4:30 pm.  Schedule 4:30PM to 8:00PM: Satsang  4:30PM: Lalita Sahasranama, Mahishasura Mardini Stotram
5:30PM: Break
6:00PM: Satsang, Bhajans, Arati. 8:00PM: Dinner We must remember that the health and safety of... more ›
Saturday
Sep
12
4:30pm - 8:00pm
We welcome you all to join us for an in-person Satsang this Saturday at 4:30 pm.  Schedule 4:30PM to 8:00PM: Satsang  4:30PM: Lalita Sahasranama, Mahishasura Mardini Stotram
5:30PM: Break
6:00PM: Satsang, Bhajans, Arati. 8:00PM: Dinner We must remember that the health and safety of... more ›