Group Chanting and prayer is very powerful. It can change anything. ~Amma
7:00 - 8:15 pm Pacific Time
Group chanting of 108 Names of Amma and 1,000 Names of the Divine Mother (Sri Lalitha Sahasranama), followed by Amma’s White Flower Meditation
Free conference call: dial-in number +1 425-436... more ›
Weekend Silent Retreat with Swamiji & Swamini
Apr 3, 2026 4:30pm to Apr 5, 2026 5:00pm (ended)
Swami Dayamritananda Puri and Swamini Ambikamrita Prana will lead a silent retreat on Friday, April 3rd through Sunday, April 5th.
The retreat will include a public program on Saturday, starting at 5:30 pm, that will be free to attend and open to everyone.
Silent retreats with Amma’s senior disciples offer the opportunity to deepen our inner connection with Amma and experience the deep inner peace and joy that is our true nature.
Throughout the weekend, participants will experience:
- Guided meditations and teachings with Swamiji and Swamini
- Morning Archana and Amrita Yoga sessions
- Bhajans with Swamiji
- Guided IAM-20 and white flower meditation
- Nature walks and contemplative practices
- Opportunities for reflection
- Q&A sessions and talks with Swamiji
Homa: An auspicious Homa (sacred fire ceremony) will be performed by Swamini as part of the retreat. Attendance will be open to those registered for the retreat and/or registered for the Homa. If you wish, you may register for a sankalpa (special resolve) to be made during the homa on your behalf, or for a loved one.Register online for sankalpa before Friday, April 3rd at 6:00 PM here.
FEES:
- First adult in a registration $120
- All additional adults in registration $60
- Students (18 and above) $50
- Teens (13 - 17) $50
Registration Deadline: Online Registration will be open until Wednesday, April 1st at 10 PM PT. After this date, you will be able to register as a walk-in attendee with a $20 additional late registration fee per registrant.
Meals are included.
Accommodations.
- Onsite: Limited Dormitory style Accommodations (with shared bathrooms) will be available onsite at the MA Center on a first come - first served basis, based on time of registration for $25 a night. This option will be available to request on the registration form and we will confirm your spot via email if space is available.
- Offsite: A discounted rate has been arranged for hotel rooms at the San Ramon Marriott, located at 2600 Bishop Drive in San Ramon - a 15 minute drive from MA Center.
The rate is $109 per night.
The deadline to register is one week before the retreat on Friday, March 27th.
Complimentary overnight parking is included.
The retreat will begin at 4:30 pm on Friday and end at 5:30 pm on Sunday. The discounted rate is available for up to 7 nights (Wed Apr 1 – Wed Apr 8) if you would like to stay before or after in addition to during the retreat.
BOOK HERE
When booking, tap/click the date field to open the calendar and choose your dates, then select the number of rooms & guests in the other dropdown.
If you have any questions, please contact the Events team: macsrevents@ammagroups.org
Friday
Apr
17
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Apr
18
8:30am - 9:30am
IAM-35 Virtual Group Practice via Zoom
8:30-9:30 am Pacific Time. On Saturday mornings, starting at 8:30 am, a weekly guided group meditation is led by local IAM instructors for those who have previously taken the full IAM-35 meditation course. To register and receive the Zoom link, please... more ›
8:30-9:30 am Pacific Time. On Saturday mornings, starting at 8:30 am, a weekly guided group meditation is led by local IAM instructors for those who have previously taken the full IAM-35 meditation course. To register and receive the Zoom link, please... more ›
Saturday
Apr
18
5:30pm - 8:30pm
This Saturday, join us for a special satsang program that will honor Amma’s birthstar, Karthika and celebrate Vishu, a celebration of the connection between man and Nature.
Traditionally, Vishu is the time of year when crop seeds are sown. In many parts of India, Vishu marks the start of a new year... more ›
Sunday
Apr
19
8:30am - 9:30am
Laksarchana Starts at 8:30 am Pacific Time
Inviting all to join this special community group Laksharchana (chanting of a mantra 100,000 times) dedicated for World Peace. The Archana will be led by either Swamiji or community members.
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Friday
Apr
24
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Group Chanting and prayer is very powerful. It can change anything. ~Amma
7:00 - 8:15 pm Pacific Time
Group chanting of 108 Names of Amma and 1,000 Names of the Divine Mother (Sri Lalitha Sahasranama), followed by Amma’s White Flower Meditation Free conference call: dial-in number +1 425-436... more ›
Group chanting of 108 Names of Amma and 1,000 Names of the Divine Mother (Sri Lalitha Sahasranama), followed by Amma’s White Flower Meditation Free conference call: dial-in number +1 425-436... more ›
Saturday
Apr
25
8:30am - 9:30am
IAM-35 Virtual Group Practice via Zoom
8:30-9:30 am Pacific Time. On Saturday mornings, starting at 8:30 am, a weekly guided group meditation is led by local IAM instructors for those who have previously taken the full IAM-35 meditation course. To register and receive the Zoom link, please... more ›
8:30-9:30 am Pacific Time. On Saturday mornings, starting at 8:30 am, a weekly guided group meditation is led by local IAM instructors for those who have previously taken the full IAM-35 meditation course. To register and receive the Zoom link, please... more ›
Saturday
Apr
25
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Amrita Hall
When we see Mother Nature as the embodiment of God, we will automatically serve and protect her. If we approach nature with love, it will serve us as our best friend, a friend that won’t let us down. - Amma
Join us in celebrating Earth Day and Mother Nature on Saturday, April... more ›
Saturday
Apr
25
5:30pm - 8:30pm
On Saturday evenings, our community comes together for satsang (spiritual talk), chanting and bhajans and to connect informally with old and new friends.
All are welcome to join us on Saturdays, an RSVP or pre-registration is not required to attend the program. For dinner, please RSVP using... more ›
All are welcome to join us on Saturdays, an RSVP or pre-registration is not required to attend the program. For dinner, please RSVP using... more ›
Sunday
Apr
26
8:30am - 9:30am
Laksarchana Starts at 8:30 am Pacific Time
Inviting all to join this special community group Laksharchana (chanting of a mantra 100,000 times) dedicated for World Peace. The Archana will be led by either Swamiji or community members.
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Tuesday
Apr
28
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Swami Dayamritananda Puri will explore the 'Srimad Bhagavatam' written by Bhagawan Vyasa, the compiler of the Vedas. The format for the class is a short meditation and spiritual discourse, followed by a few Bhajans led by Swamiji and Arati.
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All are welcome to join the ashram residents for daily spiritual practices in the Main House puja room:
Morning Archana
Monday-Saturday: 5 AM
Sunday: 6 AM
- 108 Names of Amma
- 1000 Names of the Divine Mother, Sri Lalitha Sahasranam
Evening Bhajans
Sunday - Friday: 7 PM
If there is no Saturday program in the temple hall, bhajans are in the Main House at 7 PM.
- Guru Stotram Chanting
- Bhajans (Devotional singing)
- Closing prayers and Arati
Directions
The Main House is on the hill above the temple hall. When you arrive at MA Center, turn right and cross over the small bridge. Use the call box on your left just before the outer gate to communicate that you need the gate opened to drive through. Then follow the road past the temple. The road continues on the right next to the temple gate, then curves left up the hill to the Main House. The puja room is just inside the front door to the house.
If you have any questions, please contact the Events team: macsrevents@ammagroups.org