Nature, Walking and Swimming
Nature is for many of us a vital source of spiritual nourishment in an increasingly busy world. We combine traditional Buddhist teachings with the simple practice of spending time in the rich and beautiful landscapes that surround Dhanakosa. Watch our short film to hear about the transformative effect of nature retreats at Dhanakosa.
Teaching will include an introduction to meditation, nature awareness practice and guided walking or swimming options particular to your retreat to suit different levels of fitness. All retreats include meditation instruction, periods of silence, and introduction to the Buddhist tradition including elements of Buddhist ritual, appropriate to the level of the retreat.
2026
| - | autumn walking and nature awareness Led by Amoghavira, Jinamati, Amayaraja |
autumn walking and nature awarenessLed by Amoghavira, Jinamati, Amayaraja | Introductory |
| - | going deeper - winter's path: walking and nature awareness Led by Moksadhi, Sunatha |
going deeper - winter's path: walking and nature awarenessLed by Moksadhi, Sunatha | Going Deeper |
2027
| - | going deeper - imbolc winter walking - 4 nights Led by Nayaka, Amayaraja |
going deeper - imbolc winter walking - 4 nights Led by Nayaka, Amayaraja | Going Deeper |
| - | spring awakening: hillwalking and meditation - 5 nights Led by Siddhimala, Danabhaya |
spring awakening: hillwalking and meditation - 5 nightsLed by Siddhimala, Danabhaya | Introductory |
| - | going deeper - awake in the wild Led by Satyamanas, Abhayaruci |
going deeper - awake in the wild Led by Satyamanas, Abhayaruci | Going Deeper |
| - | walking and nature awareness Led by Siddhimala, Shraddhadharani |
walking and nature awareness Led by Siddhimala, Shraddhadharani | Introductory |
| - | wild swimming and meditation Led by Dhiraka, Vidyadipa, Maitrivira |
wild swimming and meditation Led by Dhiraka, Vidyadipa, Maitrivira | Introductory |
| - | Hillwalking and Meditation Led by Amoghavira, Aryadaya |
Hillwalking and MeditationLed by Amoghavira, Aryadaya | Introductory |
| - | wild swimming, embodied movement and meditation Led by Padmadarshini, Kamalagita |
wild swimming, embodied movement and meditation Led by Padmadarshini, Kamalagita | Introductory |
| - | going deeper - walking in the living land Led by Nayaka, Shraddhadharani |
going deeper - walking in the living land Led by Nayaka, Shraddhadharani | Going Deeper |
| - | autumn walking and nature awareness Led by Amayaraja, Abhayaruci |
autumn walking and nature awarenessLed by Amayaraja, Abhayaruci | Introductory |
| - | awakening heart: metta, movement and nature Led by Satyamanas, Sagaramaitri |
awakening heart: metta, movement and natureLed by Satyamanas, Sagaramaitri | Introductory |