THe meditate retreat: ELOHEE
5 - DAY ALL INCLUSIVE RETREAT
ELOHEE RETREAT CENTER
Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia
July 15 - 19, 2026
Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia
July 15 - 19, 2026
Where your Heart restores in Nature,
Where your Peace aligns with your Purpose,
And the Power of Community Unites.
Where your Peace aligns with your Purpose,
And the Power of Community Unites.
It’s time to come together once again for The Meditate Retreat: Elohee – A Gathering of the Tribe, this year we are in the radiant glow of summer in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia.
Your presence is lovingly invited to this collective community celebration, as we gather to soak in the warmth, vitality, and vibrant energy that summer brings.
Just as you hold space for others, now is the time to allow space to be held for you, surrounded by your tribe at Meditate: School of Mindfulness & Sound.
By prioritizing your own well-being, you lead by example, recharging yourself so you can continue to serve and inspire others from a place of fullness.
Your presence is lovingly invited to this collective community celebration, as we gather to soak in the warmth, vitality, and vibrant energy that summer brings.
Just as you hold space for others, now is the time to allow space to be held for you, surrounded by your tribe at Meditate: School of Mindfulness & Sound.
By prioritizing your own well-being, you lead by example, recharging yourself so you can continue to serve and inspire others from a place of fullness.
Retreat. Renew. Remember
Retreat. Renew. Remember
Offerings:
Daily - Morning Meds: Gentle yoga and meditation
Offerings:
Daily - Morning Meds: Gentle yoga and meditation
- Intention Setting Ceremony
- Fire Circle/Release Ceremony
- Overnight Gong Puja
- Reunion Celebration for SVMT Students
- Native American Flute Circle
- Yoga Nidra & Somatic Dance Classes
- Mindfulness Workshops & Walks
- Voice Toning & Mantra Classes
- Drum Circle Gathering
The Meditate Retreat: Elohee is a blissful 4-night restoration reset, immersed in the abundant energy of summer, when nature is in full bloom, and the spirit feels alive, open, and expansive.
Our intention remains rooted in connection, presence, and nurturing our collective spirit. Through shared practices, soulful conversation, and moments of reflection, we’ll continue to build a community grounded in authenticity and purpose.
This is a sacred space to realign, set fresh intentions, and embrace the insights that will carry you forward on your journey.
Our intention remains rooted in connection, presence, and nurturing our collective spirit. Through shared practices, soulful conversation, and moments of reflection, we’ll continue to build a community grounded in authenticity and purpose.
This is a sacred space to realign, set fresh intentions, and embrace the insights that will carry you forward on your journey.
The Land
"And into the forest I go to lose my mind and find my soul."
- John Muir
- John Muir
Our retreat location of Elohee, which means ‘sacred earth place’, was carefully selected to provide an awe-inspiring backdrop that enhances our experience.
Set on 220 acres of undeveloped land and nestled gently in the Blue Ridge Mountains, rests this majestic land filled with miles of inviting trails and an abundance of native woodlands. All patiently waiting to hold you and share their secrets amid the rustling breezes and roaming waters.
Nature reminds us of our place in the world and the interconnectedness of all living things. It fosters a sense of awe and appreciation for its beauty and this in turn awakens the gift of wonder in the practice of oneness.
From hiking the trails or slowly walking in noble silence; From sitting by the natural pond, to witnessing the power of the onsite waterfall, this land will imprint on your heart and remind you why your work is so needed, not just for others, but also for vibration of our planet.
Set on 220 acres of undeveloped land and nestled gently in the Blue Ridge Mountains, rests this majestic land filled with miles of inviting trails and an abundance of native woodlands. All patiently waiting to hold you and share their secrets amid the rustling breezes and roaming waters.
Nature reminds us of our place in the world and the interconnectedness of all living things. It fosters a sense of awe and appreciation for its beauty and this in turn awakens the gift of wonder in the practice of oneness.
From hiking the trails or slowly walking in noble silence; From sitting by the natural pond, to witnessing the power of the onsite waterfall, this land will imprint on your heart and remind you why your work is so needed, not just for others, but also for vibration of our planet.
GATHERING SPACES
Mandala Hall will serve as the heart of our gathering, a sacred space where our community will come together in unity and purpose.
In Sanskrit, mandala means both circle and center, symbolizing the seen and the unseen, the outer connection and the inner truth.
How fitting that our main meeting space, a seventeen-sided sanctuary, embodies this very essence!
Here, we will sit in circle, equal, connected, and held. Each voice is a vital part of the whole and just like a mandala our gathering will be a living expression of intention, reflection, and shared energy.
Within Mandala Hall, we will ground ourselves, rise together, and co-create something larger than any one of us alone, a community rooted in presence, purpose, and the timeless power of the circle.
In Sanskrit, mandala means both circle and center, symbolizing the seen and the unseen, the outer connection and the inner truth.
How fitting that our main meeting space, a seventeen-sided sanctuary, embodies this very essence!
Here, we will sit in circle, equal, connected, and held. Each voice is a vital part of the whole and just like a mandala our gathering will be a living expression of intention, reflection, and shared energy.
Within Mandala Hall, we will ground ourselves, rise together, and co-create something larger than any one of us alone, a community rooted in presence, purpose, and the timeless power of the circle.
TEA HOUSE
The Tea House – available 24 hours a day.
Put your feet up, reflect on your day, and relax while sipping on one of the many herbal or caffeinated teas available any time of the day.
Here new friendships are formed and existing ones nurtured.
Put your feet up, reflect on your day, and relax while sipping on one of the many herbal or caffeinated teas available any time of the day.
Here new friendships are formed and existing ones nurtured.
GONG PUJA
Most excitingly we will be hosting an
ALL NIGHT GONG PUJA!!
ALL NIGHT GONG PUJA!!
When twilight fades and the stars adorn the night sky, we gather in unity, setting intentions and embracing the boundless expanse of the human experience.
Be guided effortlessly into meditation, bliss, trance and then into sleep, but this sleep will be like no other, as our teachers continue to hold this sacred container, filled with loving awareness and immersed with sacred gongs throughout the night.
Participants will ebb and flow with the currents of sound, surrendering to the waves of vibration that wash away all that is outdated and as the gongs reverberate, layers of consciousness peel away, revealing the pure essence that lies within.
In the quiet spaces between the symphony of sound, silence becomes a canvas for introspection and revelation. Minds unfurl, hearts open, and spirits soar as we delve into the depths of our being, exploring the infinite expanse of inner landscapes.
As dawn breaks on the horizon, a sense of renewal permeates the air. We emerge from the cocoon of the night, reborn and revitalized, carrying with us the resonance of the gongs and the unity forged in the crucible of shared experience.
You won’t want to miss this!
There are 3 parts to our version of The Gong Puja
Be guided effortlessly into meditation, bliss, trance and then into sleep, but this sleep will be like no other, as our teachers continue to hold this sacred container, filled with loving awareness and immersed with sacred gongs throughout the night.
Participants will ebb and flow with the currents of sound, surrendering to the waves of vibration that wash away all that is outdated and as the gongs reverberate, layers of consciousness peel away, revealing the pure essence that lies within.
In the quiet spaces between the symphony of sound, silence becomes a canvas for introspection and revelation. Minds unfurl, hearts open, and spirits soar as we delve into the depths of our being, exploring the infinite expanse of inner landscapes.
As dawn breaks on the horizon, a sense of renewal permeates the air. We emerge from the cocoon of the night, reborn and revitalized, carrying with us the resonance of the gongs and the unity forged in the crucible of shared experience.
You won’t want to miss this!
There are 3 parts to our version of The Gong Puja
- The Gong Nidra - 2 hours: The Intention is to guide you through multiple energetic layers called The Kosha, to reduce stress and tension and move you layer by layer into a Blissful state of being. There is a 30-minute pause here to allow for stretching and restroom break. For anyone who doesn't choose to stay overnight this is the chance to leave.
- The Puja - 8 hours: This is the portion of deep rest and transformation as the practitioners join with the sacred gongs to send the intentions that align with the heart - love, compassion, gratitude. forgiveness and more. These intentions are carried on the waves and received as the body is resting. This nourishing journey takes you to a place of rest that is profoundly healing. At the same time, we awaken the sacred connection of the body and the gong.
- The Return - 2 hours: As dawn breaks, we activate the gongs to bring you up from your rest, slowly coming back to an awakened state. We then move outside for some mindful movement and grounding activation to complete the Puja journey. We connect to the sun that has risen, the earth that hold us, the air we breathe and the community around us before moving on to the morning meal.
