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Deep Rest: Spiritual, Emotional, and Cellular Rejuvenation (EE1D27)

Elissa Epel, PhD and Nichol Joy Chase

January 9, 2027

Date and Time Details:
Saturday, January 9, 2027
10:00am – 3:00pm US Pacific Time

On-Land in our Community Meditation Center, or
Online via Zoom

Contact: Spirit Rock Registration
Registration@spiritrock.org

  • Benefactor. – $310.00
  • Sustainer. – $235.00
  • Basic. – $140.00
  • Mudita/Karuna Scholarship Rate. – $70.00
  • BIPOC Scholarship Rate. – $70.00
  • Young Adult Scholarship Rate. – $70.00

Please only register for one of the two formats: On-Land or Online.

Registration closes at 9:00am (Pacific Time) on January 9, 2027. A waiting list will be created if the program fills early. A recording* will be available following the program.


Description:
Deep rest is a powerful pathway to healing, inviting ease, clarity, and equanimity. In this program, we explore the science and art of restoration—how meditation, breathwork, sensory immersion, restorative yoga, and live contemplative music nourish emotional and cellular renewal.

We also explore creativity and imagination as catalysts for transformation. Art forms like poetry, music, dance, and other creative expressions help soften stress patterns, expand perception, and open us to new ways of thinking and being.

Through these practices, a spacious, receptive quality of awareness becomes a bridge—from self to systems, from tension toward wholeness—as we rest in a supportive environment and beautiful setting, held by community and the earth itself.

Together, we reconnect with deep rest as a generative force, opening us to mystery, creativity, and the joyful possibilities of becoming.


Sliding Scale: Our sliding scale options for this program include financial support for our teachers. Please consider paying at the highest rate that you can afford: your generosity enables us to offer scholarships and support teachers.

On-Land Sliding Scale: (EE1D27)**
Benefactor – $310
Sustainer – $235
Basic – $140
Scholarship (BIPOC, Mudita/Karuna, Young Adult) – $70
**Volunteer/Work Exchange opportunities, which include full or partial Scholarships, may be available for the in-person program. For more information, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at volunteering@spiritrock.org.

Online Sliding Scale: (EE1Z27)***
Benefactor – $175
Sustainer – $95
Basic – $75
Scholarship (BIPOC, Mudita/Karuna, Young Adult) – $45
***Online Program: All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds as space allows. For more information, please email Registration@spiritrock.org no later than 12:00pm (NOON) PT on the day prior to the program date.


*Important Notes:

Access to Recording

  • Registration includes unlimited access to this program’s recording. You must register by the deadline above. The recording will be available in ~10 days after the program.

On-Land Attendees

  • The on-land program will take place in the Community Meditation Center (CMC) in the Great Hall.
  • Bring a lunch and a water bottle. Lunch is not provided.
  • This is NOT a residential retreat. Overnight accommodations are not provided.

COVID Safety Protocols for non-residential programs: details here.

Cancellation Policy for On-Land: Daylongs, Multiday Programs (1-3 days), Family Programs, CE fees:

  • NO REFUNDS.
  • Open Credit or Donation to Spirit Rock = cancel 2 or more business days prior to program (Pacific Time)
  • No Open Credit = cancel less than 2 business days prior

About the Teachers

Elissa Epel, PhD

Elissa Epel is a Professor at UCSF. She studies how chronic stress can impact biological aging (including the telomere/telomerase system) and food addiction, and how self-regulation and meditation may buffer stress effects and promote psychological and physiological thriving. She is a member of the National Academy of Medicine, President-Elect of the Academy of Behavioral Medicine […]

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Nichol Joy Chase

Nichol Chase, ERYT-500, TSM, is an educator, program leader, and contemplative teacher specializing in resilience science, trauma-informed care, and embodied wisdom practices. A Fellow of the Garrison Institute, she designs and leads programs integrating mindfulness, movement, and music to help individuals and communities navigate stress, heal from trauma, and cultivate well-being. Nichol has presented and […]

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