Weight Loss
Sustainable, easy and lasting weight management. Once you learn the inner intelligence of your body type and how it reacts to people, food, exercise, your have more control over your actions and make the choices right for you.
Sustainable, easy and lasting weight management. Once you learn the inner intelligence of your body type and how it reacts to people, food, exercise, your have more control over your actions and make the choices right for you.
The only way to peace and calm is through a constant practice to calm the restless mind through affirmations, mantras and meditation. Release yourself from this bondage of old programming.
Timeless tools and internal wiring to help you understand your physical and subtle energy makeup to clear causes and not just symptoms whether it be mental, emotional or physical.
Ayurveda is the mother of all medicine. Balancing your digestive fire (agni), satisfying the 6 simple tastes, and eliminating waste but how are you digesting emotions and thoughts?
Experience deep relaxation. Imagine, if you could go to work happy everyday and also return home with the same happiness with a complete cycle while all areas of life works miraculously.
Yoga, meditation – Should you speed up or slow down? Learn about prana, your vital energy. When exhausted the mind is in overdrive while the body gives up causing fatigue, low energy, and frustration.
Is Mount Madonna a luxury resort and retreat center?
Mount Madonna is a community dedicated to love and service. It’s a special hideout created in the 70’s, a beautiful, rustic retreat experience run by a residential community of volunteers dedicated to service and spiritual/personal development. They are not a luxury facility but modern facilities and kept up-to-date.
Directions: How do I get to the Mount Madonna Center?
See the Transportation and Directions page for more info.
What is the closest Airport?
San Jose (SJC) is the closest airport which is about a one-hour drive from the center (43 miles), given light traffic. San Francisco (SFO) and Oakland (OAK) are both about 1.5 hours away (74 miles).
What is your property like and does it include hiking trails?
The property is 355 acres, with the main campus area artfully developed. There are many hiking trails varying from quite easy to more challenging, and it is easy to get away from the developed area to beautiful redwood groves, meadows, wonderful views, and quiet. Trails are open to registered overnight guests only.
Is there wifi and cell-phone reception?
There is wifi in most guest rooms (not cabins), meeting spaces, and in our community building and cafe. Cell phone reception is spotty, though texting works well. Verizon works best, AT&T is decent, and Sprint is limited.
Are your facilities handicapped accessible?
Yes, all major facilities are handicapped accessible, and nearly all outlying ones as well. Please be sure to let us know if you will need a handicapped accessible room, so we can place you accordingly. We have rooms with and without bath, and accessible public restrooms.
Can we bring pets?
Sorry but NO.
Are there any rules or guidelines that I need to be aware of?
What is your cancellation policy?
We do the best to accommodate everyone and understand things may come up in the last minute. This retreat is a service-based cause with a low cost for attendees and is aligned with the cancellation policies of Mount Madonna Center.
Deposits and payments are nonrefundable and are not transferable to another person.
For cancellations received at least two weeks before the program or personal retreat starts, the deposit less a $50 fee will be credited to any other program or personal retreat within one year.
Please Note:
No credit is available for cancellations less than two weeks prior to the program start date, for no-shows, or for leaving an event early.
Last minute housing changes incur a $20 change fee.
What is the meal schedule?
Three meals a day served Sunday through Friday.
Can you accommodate special dietary needs?
Mount Madonna provides lacto-vegetarian meals (no eggs), with non-dairy and non-gluten alternatives at each meal.
They strive to meet other special dietary needs to the best of our ability. Please let us know if you have any concerns related to or want to discuss dietary needs for your group or your retreat.
Can we bring or cook our own food?
They do not allow any outside food at the center. Their chefs prepare three fresh and delicious vegetarian meals daily.
Tea and fruit are available 24 hours per day.
Is this a religious thing?
Ayurveda and Yoga is for all of humanity and helps your spirit discover your journey called the Spiritual path. At this retreat you connect to your higher self and nature while finding a community of like-minded people.
We honor all pathways to Divinity.
This is a space to strengthen your own beliefs and spirituality. It is optional for you to visit the temple in the morning and evening for daily ceremonies.
Can I get my own room or bring family?
Absolutely! Private single rooms run out fast so please let us know immediately. There is a separate charge for this.
Please let us know if you want to bring friends and family who want to come along with you and be at Mount Madonna while you attend classes. There are options for them to do other things while you attend classes with a special pricing. Let us know immediately how we can best accommodate your needs.
I want my own private room or want to room with people I know
Roommate request – please let us know if you want to share rooms with someone in particular and we’ll be happy to accommodate your stay together.
If you wish to request a private room, please let us know as soon as possible and we’ll get your room set up. There is an additional fee for private rooms. Hurry, space is limited.