Join Michael Taft and the Deconstructing Yourself sangha for eight days of meditation, learning, and practice at Mount Madonna. Explore nondual meditation with a focus on openness in practice and in life.
Overnight and Mountain Experience day guests at Mount Madonna are invited to join us for practice. We also continue to offer classes and trainings online, including asana (postures), meditation, pranayama (breathing techniques), and philosophy.
May 27
In-Person/Online445 Summit Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076
Divinity isn't abstract — it's in your blood, bones, and DNA. Through meditation, journaling, and shamanic journeys, experience your true nature as reality, consciousness, and love.
Led by John and Christiane Prendergast, you will explore your deep heart and ground—portals for discovery of your true nature as open, loving Awareness—via silent meditation, meditative inquiry, talks, experiential conversations, body sensing, and movement.
Experience the magic of "Ramayana!", an epic tale brought to life by Mount Madonna School’s student cast, live orchestra, and vibrant visuals. Don't miss this unique dramatic experience that offers wonder and delight for the whole family!
Jun 04 - 07
Mexican Heritage Theater1700 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA
Pacific Zen Institute’s 7-day Long Retreats blend the depth of traditional Zen sesshin with lightness and ease. Centered around koans, each day includes meditation, talks by John Tarrant and other teachers, conversation, rest, and time for reflection.
Immerse yourself in Classical Ashtanga Yoga with Mount Madonna’s 200-hour In-Person Summer Intensive (YTT 200). This 30-day Yoga Teacher Training offers in-depth study guided by over 20 experienced teachers, all held on our serene mountaintop campus.
Unlock the yogic blueprint to transform depression into devotion and anxiety into strength. The Life-Force Academy Immersion awakens vitality, awareness, and power—guiding you toward radiant inner strength and outer glow.
Info Session 2/3: Join Mount Madonna for a “live” virtual Information Session to learn about our upcoming YTT 300 Advanced Yoga Studies 2026- 2027 program!
A private retreat for Ridhwan O2 members. The Diamond Approach is a modern spiritual path integrating ancient wisdom and contemporary psychology, supporting self-exploration, greater self-awareness, and a deeper understanding of one's true nature.
Join us for our 48th annual Liberation Yoga Retreat at Mount Madonna. Explore "Pathways to Peace" through breath control, yoga asana, meditation, kirtan, and teachings from the Yoga Sutras and Yoga Vasishtha. Online, in-person, and scholarship options available.
Jul 01 - 05
In-Person/Online445 Summit Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076