Mount Madonna Center

Mount Madonna Center "You are in the mountains where there is fresh air and water, where there are trees and plants and streams. Sit with them and enjoy the creation of God.
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God and creation are not separate. The idea is to attain peace.”
- Baba Hari Dass, SilenceSpeaks Mount Madonna Center is a conference and retreat center located on 355 acres of mountain-top redwood forest and grassland overlooking Monterey Bay, between Santa Cruz and Monterey, in Northern California. We are a community designed to nurture the creative arts and the health sciences within a context

of personal and spiritual growth. Founded in 1978, Mount Madonna was inspired by Baba Hari Dass and is sponsored by the Hanuman Fellowship, a group whose talents and interests are unified by the common practice of Yoga. We offer a supportive community atmosphere for relaxation, reflection, and a wide variety of learning experiences. Book a personal retreat, attend a yoga retreat, or choose to host your own program and guests in a gorgeous environment and with a supportive community. Program participants are invited to join in all ongoing Center activities – celebration, work, and play. Amenities include yoga classes, hiking trails, volleyball, tennis, and basketball courts, a pond (we call it "The Lake") for swimming, a hot tub, a gymnasium for volleyball and basketball, and Ayurveda consultations and bodywork at the Wellness Center.

“What is meditation? Kicking out the perceptible creation.” - Baba Hari Dass
05/22/2026

“What is meditation? Kicking out the perceptible creation.” - Baba Hari Dass

05/21/2026

Today is World Meditation Day! A reminder that no matter how loud the world gets, peace is always as close as your next breath.

As Baba Hari Dass beautifully reminds us, “In every breath, there is a chance to begin again.”

If you’ve been looking for a moment to pause, let this be it. Step outside, close your eyes, and take a single, deep breath with us today. 🌿✨

Ever wondered what it’s like to live, serve, and practice on the mountain? 🌿✨Our Volunteer Program is a 3-month immersio...
05/19/2026

Ever wondered what it’s like to live, serve, and practice on the mountain? 🌿✨

Our Volunteer Program is a 3-month immersion in Yoga, service, and community at Mount Madonna. A chance to step into a simple, intentional rhythm of life. And we’re excited to announce that more space has just opened in our next session, June 9–September 13!

As a volunteer, your time will include hands-on service (think kitchen, dining room, dish room, gate, hospitality events, and landscaping) alongside classes exploring community life and Classical Ashtanga Yoga as taught by Baba Hari Dass.

Curiosity, openness, and a willingness to serve are welcome. If this speaks to you, we’d love to hear from you.

To get started, click the link in our bio and fill out an inquiry form!

04/29/2026

If you’ve been feeling the call to go deeper in your practice, this might be your moment. ✨

Our in-person 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training begins this June. Experience an immersive journey into practice, study, and self-discovery.

🗓️ June 13 - July 12
Spots are limited and filling quickly!
Link in bio to learn more + apply today

04/24/2026

Join us for Yoga Diwali India, a cultural immersion trip into the heart of Yoga. Experience India’s most vibrant festival season and the magic of Diwali at Sri Ram Ashram! 🪔🇮🇳✈️

✨ Book now & receive 20% off (limited time only)

📆 November 1 - 12
🔗 Link in bio to learn more & register!

04/22/2026

Om sweet om 🌿 Earth is our first home. May we care for it with intention.

Next Saturday, bring the whole family to A Day at the Summit, a joyful, all-ages experience filled with play, connection...
04/17/2026

Next Saturday, bring the whole family to A Day at the Summit, a joyful, all-ages experience filled with play, connection, and outdoor adventure. 💛🌿

What to expect:
- An optional Walk-a-Thon (run, walk, or stroll!) with
- A delicious vegetarian family brunch
- A guided adventure to the beloved Oaks Swing in the redwoods
- Eco-festival at  featuring live music, a Trash Fashion Show, animals, games, bounce houses, and fun for all ages
- A family yoga class to move, connect, and play through partner poses, storytelling, and silliness
- Shared dinner & evening arati to wind down the day together

🗓️ Saturday, April 25
🔗 Link in bio to register!

Come play, connect, and make memories as a family ✨

“A wise person is one who sees the effect of an action before he or she acts.” - Baba Hari Dass
04/15/2026

“A wise person is one who sees the effect of an action before he or she acts.” - Baba Hari Dass

The 48th Annual Liberation Yoga Retreat is back! Gather with us in the redwoods (or from home) for a meaningful holiday ...
04/08/2026

The 48th Annual Liberation Yoga Retreat is back! Gather with us in the redwoods (or from home) for a meaningful holiday weekend rooted in practice, reflection, and connection.

✨ In-person & online registration options available 
✨ Daily rituals, asana (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques) & meditation
✨ Inspiring talks on this year’s theme: Pathways to Peace
✨ Time to rest, restore, and reconnect

Come for the full experience and be part of a tradition that continues to uplift and transform, year after year!

🗓️ Join us July 1 - 5
🔗 Link in bio to learn more & register
Scholarships available!

03/31/2026

India is calling…

Join us November 1 - 12 for Yoga Diwali India, a cultural immersion trip that you won’t want to miss!

🔗 Link in our bio to learn more & register today
💰 Plus save 20% off with early bird pricing when you register today - limited time savings!

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445 Summit Road
Watsonville, CA
95076

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(408) 847-0406

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