AAATAYENDA Silent Meditation Retreat Guidelines
                In order to facilitate and accommodate the care for the community we ask that you follow the guidelines, below.
At the present time the retreat is done by gender- It’s either a male or female retreat. We are working on facilities to accommodate the both genders at the same time but for now it is only 1 gender at a time.
The rules are here to do it best at accommodating and supporting the attendee’s spiritual efforts. All participants must abide by these guidelines.
There are several silent meditations. It is strongly suggested that you attend an 11day retreat before attempting to do any other. The 11 days retreat sets the foundation for all the other retreats.
  1. 360 Days you’re in silence for 360 days
  2. 271 days you’re in silence for 271 days
  3. 181 days you’re in silence for 180 days
  4. 91 days you’re in silence for 90 days
  5. 31 days you’re in silence for 30 days
  6. 11 days you’re in silence for 10 days
  7. 6 days you’re in silence for 5 days
  8. 3 days you’re in silence for 2 days
  9. 2 days you’re in silence for 1 day
 
A suggested menu is listed below please discuss with your doctor to ensure health and well-being.
 
  1. Voluntary Participation- You’re participating voluntarily in this silent meditation retreat, you were not coerced, forced or threatened in any manner to attend. Please approach the guidelines with an open mind. The rules are there for everyone’s expansion/shift from their current state. After reviewing the rules and guidelines if it appears to strict, then allow yourself to step outside the lines of your normal and try something new. Once you feel that you’re keep in the forefront on your mind that this retreat is only for the time allotted.  Although strongly discouraged you are free to leave at any time. 
 
  1. Solitude- is the atmosphere that is created. Touching, hug, kiss, saying hello, smile at each other, etc. is not allowed during the period of silence. Although to some it may feel like you’re alienating or being alienated it’s a necessity for your experience during the silence.
 
  1. Dress-Makeup- Perfumes- Dress modestly, please refrain from any perfumes, make up, body sprays or lotions that has a high scent. Many people are allergic and we want to keep at atmosphere that is inclusive for all
 
  1. Silence- is a must, no form of communication written, sign, facial expressions, eye contact. This will begin at 4am the next morning, and end at 4am on the last morning. Although this can be difficult, you’re asked not to communicate in form or fashion with anyone.
There will be staff members on hand to assist you with any problems that may arise. The facilitator will also have session times available right after each meditation throughout the day to address any concerns you may be having with the practice.
 
  1. Written Material- No writing or written material outside of the retreat is allowed. You will be given plenty information while at the retreat and anything else will be a distraction. You’re encouraged to write after the silent period is over not during the silent period.
 
  1. Use of any electronics- including cell phones, computers, mp3s, iPad etc. is prohibited. Listening, watching or reading of any material outside of the retreat is not allowed. We ask that you leave all your electronic or valuables at home. We are not responsible for the loss of any electronic or valuables.
 
  1. Information, conversations, received while on an AAATAYENDA retreat is confidential, copyright and trademark protected. Please do not share sessions with others outside the group to maintain confidentiality.
 
  1. Sexual Abstinence/Celibacy- is a must while at the retreat and that includes tantric continence. This is to maintain the atmosphere of solitude for all participants.
 
  1. Exercise- We asked that you refrain from any exerting strenuous exercise 
 
  1. Fasting- is not recommended for the duration of the retreat. It is important that you maintain your energy for the mediation.
 
  1.  The Schedule- Below is a schedule for the retreat you’re enrolled in. We ask that you adhere to the schedule and to always be on time. Please be at the meditative hall 10minutes prior so we can begin promptly without the interruption of anyone entering.
 
  1. Cigarettes, Drugs, Medication- This is not allowed; prescription medication must be discussed with a coordinator before enrolling.  We are not equipped with a medical staff. All enrolling must be healthy prior to attending. Due to Covid there is an additional questionnaire prior to your travel. A coordinator will contact you in regards to it.
 
  1. Warnings and Expulsion from the retreat- If you’re late, absent, falling asleep, talking, being disruptive, not complying with the other rules you would be asked to leave. The staff will
 
  1. Allow yourself to experience the silence. Allow all that is You.
 
 
Meals- Guidelines
Meals are vegetarian base. Please let your host know of any allergies or diets you may be restricted to.
The offered as Follows
                                Breakfast-630am-730am
                                Lunch-12pm-1pm
                                Dinner-630pm-730pm
Example of meals are Soups (Split peas, black eyes peas, vegetable, mushroom, etc.) all vegetarian base. Salads (lettuce, spinach, kale or combination etc.), Bread- Wheat or Grain, Snacks- Fresh fruit, granola’s, rice crispies cake etc. Drinks- Fruit Juices, Tea, Coffee, Etc.
 
 
AAATAYENDA Application & Registration- Theirs is a $50 partial refundable registration fee for all those attending the following Retreats. Twenty-Five dollars goes towards the meals. The additional twenty-five dollars will be refunded upon your departure.
  1. 6 days you’re in silence for 5 days
  2. 3 days you’re in silence for 2 days
  3. 2 days you’re in silence for 1 day
 
AAATAYENDA Application & Registration- Theirs is a $150 partial refundable registration fee for all those attending the following Retreats. One hundred dollars goes towards the meals. The additional fifty dollars will be refunded upon your departure.
  1. 91 days you’re in silence for 90 days
  2. 31 days you’re in silence for 30 days
  3. 11 days you’re in silence for 10 days
There is currently no registration fee for the following retreats
  1. 360 Days you’re in silence for 360 days
  2. 271 days you’re in silence for 271 days
  3. 181 days you’re in silence for 180 days
 
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