The Alchemy of Summer Solstice: A Ritual of Release and Embodiment (ES1D26)

Registration closes at 9:00am (Pacific Time) on June 20, 2026. A waiting list will be created if the program fills early. Please read Important Notes below.*

Program to be held on the land only

Description:
This daylong retreat will weave Insight Meditation with the embodied practice of Continuum. One of the core teachings of the Buddha is that we suffer when we hold on to fixed views and identities. Continuum is a somatic practice that uses breath, sound, and fluid movement to dissolve fixed patterns and awaken the body’s innate, fluid intelligence. Together, we will align with the elements—fire, earth, water, air, and space—in our bodies; expanding our inherent belonging to the cycles of the earth, sun, moon, and cosmos.  Within the auspiciousness of Summer Solstice, we will ritually release what is no longer serving and align with our deepest motivation to respond with embodied clarity and compassion to our aching world. 

We will practice seated, walking, lying down in stillness and movement meditations both indoors and outdoors. Please bring a lunch, journal, and clothing layers.

Susan Harper: Continuum Teacher (formal bio/photo coming soon!)

Benefactor – $310
Sustainer – $235
Basic – $140
Scholarship Rate (BIPOC, M/K) – $70
**Volunteer/Work Exchange opportunities, which include full or partial scholarships, may be available for in-person programs. For more information, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at volunteering@spiritrock.org.

• The on-land day program will take place in the Community Meditation Center in the Great Hall.
• Bring a sack lunch and a water bottle. Lunch will not be 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 Day Programs:

• 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