The Three Bodies of Belonging

Why Choose To Attend The Three Bodies of Belonging Retreat
You want to deepen your meditation practice. You are looking for a summer retreat to provide a sense of connection and renewal. The Three Bodies of Belonging Retreat is precisely what you are looking for because it offers

• An opportunity to engage in mindful movement to alleviate stress.
• Somatic Practices will help you connect deeply with your body and emotions.
• Experience the healing power of silent meditation.
• Gain insights and tools to support your ongoing mediation practice.
• Build meaningful relationships with like-minded individuals interested in meditation, Buddhism, Somatic/Embodied practice, and Social Justice.

This five-day retreat offers a much-needed break from your daily routine and a chance to deepen your meditation experience in a caring, supportive environment.

Aryaloka Buddhist Retreat Center is in beautiful New Hampshire, located on fourteen acres of woodland in Newmarket, NH.  Aryaloka offers a peaceful environment for reflection and growth. Aryaloka is part of the Triratna Buddhist Community, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. It was established in 1985 and is currently celebrating its 40th anniversary. Aryaloka provides comfortable accommodations with either shared or private rooms, including vegetarian meals.

Aryaloka is dedicated to providing a space where individuals can explore meditation and mindfulness practices in a supportive setting. It is an LGBTQIA and BIPOC supportive space.

Retreat Details

• Dates: July 13, 6 PM – July 18, 2:30 PM
• Location: Aryaloka Buddhist Retreat Center, Newmarket, NH
• Capacity: Limited to 25 participants
• Pricing: Sliding scale to accommodate various financial situations
• Meals: Vegetarian meals provided
• Accommodations: Comfortable lodging in a beautiful area included

This retreat is designed for individuals with at least one year of meditation experience who are familiar with silence and Buddhist rituals.

What to Expect

 A Balanced Retreat Experience.   You will engage in:

• Silent Meditation: Deepen your practice in a quiet, focused environment.
• Somatic Movement: Explore body-based practices to enhance awareness.
• Group Discussions: Share experiences and insights with fellow participants.
• Guided Sessions: Receive instruction and support from experienced facilitators.

This retreat balances structured activities with personal time, allowing for both guided learning and individual reflection.

About the Retreat Leaders

Singhashri (she/her or they/them) is a queer, Latinx-American-British Buddhist teacher and writer. They teach mindfulness and compassion as means to awakening to love, beauty and truth and have committed their life to supporting collective liberation for all and the joy and freedom found there.
Singhashri has a background in youth work, strategic planning, organizational change management, and diversity, equity and inclusion. They are also an accredited Breathworks Mindfulness teacher, trainer and supervisor and are currently training as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). They work at the intersection of dharma, social justice and somatics, weaving these into their writing, teaching and one-to-one therapy. They teach meditation at various retreat and urban centers across the UK, Europe and the USA, and support a number of projects aimed at creating greater diversity and inclusion within Buddhist sanghas and the secular mindfulness field. They currently live in London with their partner.
 

Vimalamoksha (he/him) I am a designer and builder of artful dwellings that aim to support a low overhead lifestyle that also supports the callings of the individual that lives there. I have been a part of the San Francisco Buddhist Center for over 20 years, and the community has been a beautiful support in how to commit to a revolutionary great attitude. I now live in a buddhist community in Lake County that supports retreats the San Francisco Buddhist Center facilitates. I have been inspired by the mountain hermit buddhist tradition and receive an imaginative form of exemplification through the biographies of figures like Milarepa.  In the past few years I have been working on fusing my vocation with a simple reflective life, and daydreaming about the unimaginable potential of being.

Both facilitators are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive retreat environment.

Deepen your practice this summer by joining us for a transformative experience. Enjoy this opportunity to step back from daily life, reconnect with yourself, and build lasting connections with others on the path.