Our vision is to establish a Centre for indigenous holistic learning where Himalayan meditation and Vedic wisdom can be shared and safeguarded for future generations. Participate in building this divine retreat property for fellowship, contemplation, self-empowerment and spiritual realization.
Our property budget is 2-2.5 million. Our initial target is to raise 1 million dollars toward the down-payment. Your contributions are deeply appreciated.
Contact [email protected] or call/text 909-543-6003 to give or pledge by check, eCheck, cash or other methods.
Checks can be made payable to:
Self Enquiry Life Fellowship
PO Box 30627
Santa Barbara, CA 93130
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At the future property, spiritual, cultural and artistic programs will provide an environment for learning and deep contemplation. Seekers from all faiths and backgrounds will be able to experience facets of the Hansavedas Holistic Curriculum.
Accelerated Learning
Voice Training, Classical Music, Primordial Sound Room, Sun Gazing, Art Gallery, Youth Camps, Jyotisha Classes
Spiritual Philosophy
Discourses & Fellowships, Livestreams, Reading Library, Workshops by Scholars
Ayurvedic Wellness
Vedic Farming, Herb Garden, Ayurveda Workshops, Fermentation Workshops
Himalayan Yoga
Yoga-Vinyasa Studio, Pranayama Workshops
Mountain Path
Mindfulness Practices, Nature Treks
Compassionate Mindfulness
Vedic Fire Ceremonies, Healing Prayer Circles, Hosting Vedic Priests
Initiated Meditation
Meditation Coves, Meditation Hall, Personal Retreats
We are seeking a property with an ambiance of deep silence and a peaceful abundance of nature in Northern California. The long-term vision includes housing for 15 full-time residents and roughly 50 overnight guests. Additionally, we would like to plan for hosting approximately 150 guests for single-day programs and special events. A broad overview of the features we are looking for includes:
The search for a property began several years ago and has evolved as we refined our research strategy and criteria. Over the last few years we have viewed properties in several parts of California – North, South, Coastal, Foothills, etc. This research has given us the time to pinpoint a region in Northern California east of Sacramento. From 2019 onward the focal point of our search has been the following locations:
We are particularly interested in the cities of Auburn and Grass Valley and have been actively viewing properties in those areas.
The area east of Sacramento has been selected due to several factors, including:
