This retreat is designed for people who are carrying stress in the body, living with shallow breathing, restless sleep, anxiety, burnout, or emotional exhaustion. Over four days, you will practice one clear Pranayama sequence twice daily, allowing the breathwork to become familiar enough to continue at home.
Breathwork is not only about the lungs. It is a doorway into the nervous system, the mind, and the subtler pranic layer of experience. Through guided practice, rest, Yoga Nidra, nature immersion, and nourishing food, you will learn how the breath can become a steady companion in daily life.
Sunset at Still Mountain
Breathwork is not just about the lungs. It is a doorway into the subtler energies — the pranic layer of your experience.
This retreat is guided by teachers rooted in long-term practice, not trend-based breathwork. Deepak Swarup and Kristin English are founding members of Still Mountain Wellness Retreat and have helped shape its retreat programs over many years. Deepak guides participants in Pranayama and its role in health, steadiness, and longevity, while Kristin brings intuitive support and a gift for holding space for deep personal transformation.
This is not a one-time breathwork experience. You will learn a simple daily breath sequence and practice it throughout the retreat, so it becomes familiar before you leave. The goal is not only to feel calm for four days. The deeper purpose is to return home with a practice your body remembers.
* A daily breathwork sequence you have practiced several times
* A simple reset for anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm
* A sleep-support practice for evening rest
* A digital breathwork guide
* 30, 60, and 90-day Zoom follow-up support
* Access to monthly practice calls for past students
* A deeper understanding of breath, stress, digestion, sleep, and nervous system balance
We will examine modern stressors that lead to the everyday anxiety, fear and depression that co-create our epidemic of chronic conditions. We will offer various tools to enable us to take charge of, and greatly reduce, the stress effect in our life: pranayama, yoga asana, yoga nidra, healthy eating and lifestyle.
This time together will offer great rejuvenation and healing for your nervous system. You will leave with a personal daily breathwork practice you can carry home.
* The genuineness of the retreat
* Peaceful rooms
* Food
* Breathwork tools
* Forest bathing
* Feeling safe and cared for
A calmer relationship with your breath and your loved ones
More tools for stressful moments and calm down quickly
Deeper rest and a steadier evening rhythm
More awareness of how stress lives in the body
A simple practice to support sleep, digestion, and emotional balance
A clearer sense of how to pause before reacting
During the retreat, we practice Shinrin yoku, the Japanese art of forest bathing, with a mindful visit to the nearby Trail of 100 Giants, a grove of ancient Sequoias. This is not a hike to finish or a destination to achieve. It is a slow, sensory immersion in the living forest. As we walk among these great trees, we invite the body to soften, the breath to deepen, and the nervous system to settle. Research on forest bathing suggests that time in the forest can support stress reduction, lower cortisol in the short term, improve mood, and support cardiovascular calm. In this quiet meeting with the Sequoias, nature becomes part of the practice. The forest teaches steadiness, patience, rootedness, and the healing power of simply being present.
Your retreat does not end when you drive home. The real value begins when the breath becomes part of your daily life. After the retreat, you will receive a simple digital practice guide to help you continue what you learned. You will also be invited to follow-up Zoom calls at 30, 60, and 90 days, so you can ask questions, refresh your practice, and stay supported as the teachings settle into your routine. After that, past students are welcome to join our regular monthly Zoom gatherings, where the community continues to practice, reflect, and stay connected. In this way, the retreat becomes more than a four-day experience. It becomes a living path of support, steadiness, and continued return to the breath.
Repeated Practice
You practice one breathwork sequence twice daily, so it becomes familiar in the body.
Nervous System Rest
Gentle movement, Pranayama, Yoga Nidra, and silence help the body downshift.
Nature Immersion
Time on the land and among the Sequoias supports a slower, steadier rhythm.
Ongoing Support
After the retreat, you receive 30-, 60-, and 90-day Zoom follow-up calls, plus monthly alumni practice gatherings.
Still Mountain Wellness Retreat is the public-facing name of Vedanta Spiritual & Holistic Retreat, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Retreat fees support participant wellbeing, land care, and the continuation of this sanctuary.
Remember to Pack
Bring comfortable clothing for movement and walking
Bring layers for cool mornings and evenings
Bring a journal
Reduce caffeine if possible
Plan for limited digital distraction
Arrive with no need to perform or be experienced
You are looking for intense cathartic breathwork
You prefer a highly social vacation-style retreat
You are seeking medical treatment or therapy replacement
You are not comfortable with periods of quiet practice and reflection
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What's Included
Meet the Teachers
Deepak Swarup
Land steward and long-time practitioner Deepak Swarup established Still Mountain as a practical refuge from modern stress. Grounded in his roots near the Ganges and a strictly vegan, Sattvic lifestyle, his approach offers straightforward tools for quiet reflection and lasting mental peace.
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Kristin English
Kristin brings intuitive guidance and a gift for holding space for deep personal transformation.
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No experience is required. This retreat is designed to be accessible for beginners while offering depth for those with existing practice. Our facilitators provide comprehensive guidance to ensure that every participant, regardless of their background in breathwork, feels supported and empowered throughout the four-day journey.
Key Benefits of Our Accessible Approach:
* Inclusive Instruction: Techniques are taught in a step-by-step manner, ensuring clarity and safety for all attendees.
* Tiered Practice: Each session offers variations that allow newcomers to build a foundational understanding while providing advanced practitioners with opportunities to refine their technique and deepen their experience.
* Supportive Environment: We maintain a non-judgmental space where you can progress at your own pace, focusing on your individual wellness goals.
* Holistic Integration: Whether you are new to the practice or a seasoned breathworker, you will leave with actionable tools to manage stress and improve your daily well-being.
Packing Essentials:
* Comfortable clothing: Ensure you bring breathable layers suitable for gentle movement and yoga sessions.
* Journal and pen: Space for personal reflection and capturing insights gained during the breathwork practice. And for Gratitude practise.
* Weather-appropriate layers: Evenings in the forest can get chilly; bring a warm sweater or light jacket.
* Footwear: Sturdy hiking shoes for navigating forest paths and uneven terrain during nature walks.
* Personal items: Any specific toiletries you require for your daily routine.
* Ground cover: A dedicated blanket or beach towel that you feel comfortable placing directly on the forest floor for outdoor meditation or grounding exercises.
**Retreat Accommodation Options:**
We offer a variety of stay experiences to suit your comfort level and connection with nature:
* **Camping:** Bring your own tent and immerse yourself in the natural surroundings while enjoying the convenience of onsite flush toilets and showers with running hot water.
* **Shared Rooms:** Enjoy the camaraderie of a retreat stay in our comfortable shared accommodations, each equipped with a private ensuite bathroom.
* **Private Rooms:** Experience complete privacy and tranquility in our dedicated private rooms, featuring individual ensuite bathrooms for your personal comfort.
These options are designed to ensure that every participant finds the perfect balance of affordability, community, and personal space, allowing you to focus entirely on your breathwork journey and wellness goals.
Retreat Nutrition and Dining:
Our culinary philosophy centers on nourishing the body and soul with wholesome, high-vibrational foods. Throughout your retreat, you will enjoy three freshly prepared organic, plant-based meals each day, crafted to support your breathwork practice and overall well-being.
To keep you energized and hydrated, we provide a continuous selection of soothing herbal teas, nutrient-dense snacks, and an abundance of seasonal fruits. We believe that clean, intentional eating is the perfect companion to deep restorative work.
Dietary Accommodations:
We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive dining experience for all guests. Please inform our team of any specific dietary restrictions, food sensitivities, or allergies during the registration process so that we can accommodate your needs and ensure your meals are both delicious and appropriate for you.
Cancellation Policy
To request a cancellation, please contact us directly. Our refund structure is as follows:
- 60+ days before the retreat start date: 100% refund (minus the non-refundable $150 administration fee).
- 45–60 days before the retreat start date: 50% refund (minus the non-refundable $150 administration fee).
- 0–45 days before the retreat start date: No refunds provided.
Additional Terms:
- Booking Transfers: You may transfer your booking to a future retreat one time, provided the request is made at least 45 days prior to the original retreat start date.
- Administration Fee: All bookings are subject to a non-refundable $150 administration fee upon registration.
- Processing Fees: Please note that original credit card, PayPal, or Venmo processing fees are non-refundable, as these costs are incurred by our payment processors and are not returned to us.
