Mindfulness Retreats for Veterans
Writing | Yoga | Meditation | Camaraderie
Each retreat is different, but every one highlights the importance of connection while learning real-world practices to help with the lasting challenges of trauma.
September 12 - 15, 2024:
Rising Star, TX
We are so grateful to be returning to Rising Star! This beautiful ranch has stunning accommodations that feel like a lovely hotel. There is a pool table, restaurant quality kitchen, hiking trails, archery, and the stars are unreal! If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat - this is it.
Room and board plus all activities will be covered by the organization, but the Veteran is required to arrange and pay for their own transportation to the event location. All meals will be catered, rooms will be double occupancy (expect to have a roommate) and pets are not allowed by the retreat location, but service dogs are welcome - after being approved during the interview process. The retreat will begin with dinner on Thursday - around 1800 - and we will wrap up after lunch on Sunday - around 1300.
Apply below for consideration. If you are chosen to participate, we will reach out to you eight weeks before the retreat. If you need to know before that for scheduling purposes, please email and let us know!
If you don’t hear from us eight weeks ahead of the retreat — that means we don’t have a spot for you, but you are on the waitlist. We will reach out if a spot opens up, and feel free to apply for another retreat!
November 10 - 15, 2024: Kripalu, Stockbridge, MA
Plan Ahead for our Upcoming Retreats!
February 6 - 9, 2025 - Austin, TX
July 17 - 20, 2025 - Colorado Springs, CO
September 2025 - Lenox, MA
We could not be more excited to have our first retreat at the iconic Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health!
This will be a longer retreat - 5 days, and will include incredible food, world class facilities, and a stunning setting.
Room and board plus all activities will be covered by the organization, but the Veteran is required to arrange and pay for their own transportation to the event location. All meals will be catered, rooms will be double occupancy (expect to have a roommate) and pets are not allowed by the retreat location, but service dogs are welcome - after being approved during the interview process. The retreat will begin with dinner on Thursday - around 1800 - and we will wrap up after lunch on Sunday - around 1300.
Apply below for consideration. If you are chosen to participate, we will reach out to you eight weeks before the retreat. If you need to know before that for scheduling purposes, please email and let us know!
If you don’t hear from us eight weeks ahead of the retreat — that means we don’t have a spot for you, but you are on the waitlist. We will reach out if a spot opens up, and feel free to apply for another retreat!
A few things to know:
No experience in yoga, writing, or meditation is required - beginners very welcome!
Attendees must be Veterans or active duty service members of the armed forces and have no record of violent criminal behavior. We accept between 10 -15 participants per retreat.
Retreats are fully funded by our donors. Veterans pay nothing to attend, although attendees do need to coordinate and pay for their own transportation to the retreat location.
Retreats are four days, three nights, and locations for retreats vary. Three meals a day will be provided along with accommodation, which may be single or double occupancy.
Attendees must provide proof of military service (copy of DD 214)
No alcohol or firearms are permitted on retreat.
Service dogs are welcome, but must be cleared in advance of the retreat. Pets and emotional support animals are not allowed at our retreat locations. Service dogs must have already completed their training, and must behave according to ADA requirements. If this is not the case, you and your dog will be required to leave the retreat immediately.
If diversity makes you uncomfortable, this is not going to be the place for you. Retreats are co-ed. We welcome all service members from any era. We are inclusive and embrace diversity. We welcome LGBTQ+ service members. We welcome people of all genders, races, religions, and backgrounds.
If you are chosen for a retreat, a deposit of $100 will be required to hold your space. This deposit will be fully refunded immediately after the retreat. No-shows or cancellations within 45 days of the retreat will forfeit this deposit. (Deposit can be waived according to means.)