W I N T E R I N G: Sound and Stillness Weekend Retreat

Claverack, NY, USA

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Paloma Healing Center
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11 reviews
Feb 9 - 11, 2024
Group size: 1 - 31
W I N T E R I N G: Sound and Stillness Weekend Retreat
Claverack, NY, USA

Paloma Healing Center
  • Email address verified
11 reviews

Feb 9 - 11, 2024
Group size: 1 - 31

About this trip

Join Dr. Abby Paloma, Sara Auster, and Alex Falk for a winter weekend retreat at the Won Dharma Center in upstate New York. 


WINTERING is an invitation to deeply connect in nature and receive winter’s medicine. Immerse yourself in nourishing movement and stillness practices and restorative sound baths. Won Dharma Center sits on 426 acres overlooking rolling farmland and the spectacular sunsets over the Catskill Mountains. Enjoy over 7 miles of walking trails, quiet time, and starry filled nights. Won Dharma is conveniently located just 12 minutes from the town of Hudson and the Amtrak Hudson train station. 


The Weekend includes:

  • Meditation, movement and restorative practices
  • Sound Baths and seasonal wisdom talks
  • Delicious meals made with local ingredients
  • Plenty of free time for stillness and meandering winter hikes in nature

Arrival window is 3-5pm on Friday, February 9th. Dinner will be served at 5:30pm. 

Retreat closes 1pm Sunday, February 11th after lunch

ABOUT ABBY

Acupuncturist, Herbalist, Yoga and Meditation Teacher, Gardener, local food advocate, Cook, Artist, Dr. Abby Paloma is a compassionate practitioner with over a decade of experience in the wellness field. Abby is dedicated to orienting her patients and students towards choosing a life of health, harmony and integrity. Her teaching style reveres stillness and deep rest as antidotes to our fast-paced and dis-eased modern lifestyles. Abby is a healer who meets people exactly where they are on their path toward health. As a loyal student of the earth and her body, Abby approaches her healing practices with the utmost respect and honor for the work she loves. 

ABOUT SARA

Sara Auster is a world-renowned sound therapist, meditation teacher and author. She has spent the past decade introducing sound baths to diverse audiences and unique environments all across the globe. Sara’s transformative experiences and original teaching method have made her a leader in the health and wellness space, bringing deep listening and sound meditation to the mainstream. Sara’s vision is to continue holding space for people from all walks of life to slow down, connect to their senses, and become the architects of their own healing.

ABOUT ALEX

Alex Falk, founder of Atonal Meditation, is a certified sound therapy practitioner, musician, meditation teacher, educator and substance abuse/violence prevention counselor for the New York City Board of Education. Alex skillfully guides participants through sound meditations and mindfulness practices, giving them the tools to access and support states of deep relaxation. He currently works at City-As-School, NYC’s oldest public transfer high school, where he runs a music and arts internship program, teaches mindfulness courses, and offers counseling to help students heal from trauma, explore identity and discover holistic practices to support learning and creativity. 

ACCOMODATIONS and RATES

Quad — Spacious rooms with four beds in the residents hall. Gender Separate. $670
Double — Two twin beds. Perfect for friends and couples. We can also pair you with a roommate, which is a popular option. $860 per person.
Single — Modern rooms in the residents hall with a twin bed, sink and desk. $1,100


Deposit: $350 to hold your room. We highly recommend that you reserve your spot early. Spots are limited and this retreat will fill up quickly. Final Payment Due: February 1st, 2024. All payments are final.

GETTING THERE

• WON Dharma Center is located 15 minutes outside of Hudson, New York.
• By Amtrak: 2 hours from NYC, Hudson stop. Tickets get more expensive closer to the date, and can sell out on weekends.
• By Car: 2.5 hours from NYC or Boston
• 40 minutes from Albany Airport

HELPFUL NOTES

• We’ll connect you with other participants to share a cab from the train station.
• We recommend arriving at the center between 3:30 - 5:00 PM as dinner is at 5:30 PM.
• If you’re driving from NYC, remember to tack on extra time for Friday afternoon traffic, depending on what time you leave. 

SCHEDULE

*subject to change*


Friday, February 9th:

  • Arrival window between 3:30-5pm
  • Dinner will be served at 5:30pm
  • Opening Circle in the Meditation Hall at 7pm

Saturday, February 10th: 

  • Early riser meditation from 7am
  • Breakfast at 7:30AM
  • Morning Practice from 9:30am-11:30am 
  • Lunch at 12pm  
  • Afternoon open for rest and activities
  • Afternoon Practice 3:00-5:00pm 
  • Dinner is served at 5:30pm 
  • Sound Bath at 7pm 

Sunday, February 11th:

  • Early riser meditation 7am
  • Breakfast 7:30am
  • Morning program and closing circle 9:30 - 11:30am
  • Lunch at 12pm 
  • Departure after lunch

CANCELLATION POLICY

All payments are non-refundable. 


The first deposit is due upon registration and the remaining payment is due on January 26th - 2 weeks prior to the retreat start date. If needed, there is affordable trip insurance available for purchase via We Travel. 

Available Packages

FEMALE Quad Room

Spacious rooms with four beds in the residents hall. Female only.


$670
Double Room

Two twin beds. Perfect for friends and couples. We can also pair you with a roommate, which is a popular option.

$860
Single Room

Modern rooms in the residents hall with a twin bed, sink and desk.

$1,100
Commuter

For those who wish to attend the retreat but reside off-site, the fee is $400 per person and includes 3 nutritious meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner. A space will be set aside for Commuters to relax during program breaks.

$400


Your Organizer


PH
Paloma Healing Center
11 reviews
Acupuncturist, Herbalist, Women’s Health Expert, Movement and Meditation Teacher, Gardener, local food advocate, Dr. Abby Paloma is a compassionate practitioner with over 15 years of experience in the healing arts. Abby meets her patients and students exactly where they are on their path toward health, and integrates acupuncture, hand-crafted herbal formulas and individually curated lifestyle regimens in her practice. Abby offers seasonal classes and retreats throughout the year.

Reviews

What an amazing healing time. Thanks Abby for arranging this amazing retreat. Great space for the practice, good sleeping arrangements and amazing food. I loved the combination of Soundbath healing and all the group interaction. I felt as if 800 lbs gorilla is off my chest. Thanks again.
By Yuval G for S U M M E R I N G: Sound + Solstice on Jul 02, 2024
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I had a wonderful time! The Won Dharma retreat center is so peaceful and the grounds are beautiful. The food was amazing, so healthy, delicious and fresh. I enjoyed getting to know new people, the mindfulness activities, movement and sound baths were all great.
By Diane A for S U M M E R I N G: Sound + Solstice on Jun 25, 2024
A lovely retreat celebrating and grounding ourselves in the early days of summer. Sara, Abby and Alex facilitated beautiful rituals and practices to be more present and connected. The accommodations, grounds and food at Won Dharma were truly special.
By Sara C for S U M M E R I N G: Sound + Solstice on Jun 25, 2024
TZ
This was just the peaceful mid-winter respite I was looking for. Abby included a variety of offerings but also incorporated time for chosen stillness - a balance I appreciated! Plus, all of the practices were accessible and enjoyable. I met some really kind folks on this retreat and have stayed in contact with a few of them. Community building outside of the retreat was an unexpected benefit of this time away, and I think it happened because of the group activities we all engaged in on retreat. As far as lodging goes, I stayed in a private single. It was quiet, comfortable, and had an expansive view of Won Dharma's grounds. The shared rooms looked just as lovely, though, so next time (and there WILL be a next time!) I just might try staying with others. If you find yourself considering one of Abby's offerings, I encourage you to go for it!
By Tara Z for W I N T E R I N G: Sound and Stillness Weekend Retreat on Feb 22, 2024
What a magical weekend that was with Abby, Sara and Alex. I have been to a few retreats at other locations/environments and this was truly something special. Abby, Sara and Alex created such a warm and safe space for all their guests to truly be still. I hope to connect with the three of you in the future and it is a weekend that will I hold in my heart for a very long time. Thank you!
By Kristin H for W I N T E R I N G: Sound and Stillness Weekend Retreat on Feb 22, 2024
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