Experience
About the Summer Solstice Experience
Connection
Summer Solstice is a transcendent experience of being together in community as we support one another to live consciously, to grow closer to ourselves, and to live our truth. Summer Solstice gives us a chance to change our patterns and test ourselves during the 3 transformational days of White Tantric Yoga®.
During our time together we will discover ways to bring forward the most universal parts of how to nurture one another. As we deepen our practice and participate in acts of Seva together, we begin to build the strength to support one another through the tests of the world.
Join us as a spiritual community and experience the joy of being in community where we can grow and serve together.
A Daily Kundalini Practice
How does Kundalini Yoga differ from other forms of yoga? The emphasis in Kundalini Yoga is on the flow of the kriya—the specific sequence of exercises and meditations, focusing on the breath, and the use of mantras either silently or aloud. Yogi Bhajan taught hundreds of yoga sets and meditations for us to choose from.
For more information on this valuable practice, click here.
Morning Sadhana
At Solstice the day begins by gathering under the stars in the early morning hours called the Amrit Vela. After reciting Japji Sahib, we practice invigorating Kundalini Yoga and then we are treated to live music for our Aquarian Sadhana meditations. Our sadhana ends with a short morning Gurdwara service with sacred songs and prayer.
Ram Das Puri
Summer Solstice takes place at Ram Das Puri outside of Española, New Mexico, about 35 miles north of Santa Fe. This sacred land is located in the Jemez Mountains at an altitude approaching 7,000 feet. Ram Das Puri is surrounded for miles by a forest of extraordinary natural beauty.
This festival is an ashram-connected, community spiritual experience.
You can expect to get back to the simple pleasures of life – detoxing from technology, connecting to nature, and reconnecting with the deep longings of your soul while we serve each other from a heartfelt space of compassion and understanding.
We are blessed to practice our inspiring teachings on this beautiful, sacred land.
What to Expect
- Yoga and meditation classes from our global community of teachers
- Sacred music concerts
- Three days of deep meditation with White Tantric Yoga®
- International Peace Prayer Day
- A Cleansing Vegetarian Diet
- Early morning sadhana (group practice) outdoors
- The fresh mountain air and expansive skies of New Mexico
- Making lifelong friends
- A week of challenge, elevation, and renewal
- Children’s Camp
Supporting Your Journey at Solstice
Silence
Some people choose to be silent during their Solstice experience (with the exception of mantra, meditation, chanting, etc). This can give us the experience of an even deeper connection with our souls and one another.
There are special badges you can wear if you choose to ‘go on silence’ to let others know you are choosing not to speak. Some people choose to communicate via written notes if necessary. Being silent during your solstice experience can bring focus and depth to the transformative process.
Hospitality
The Hospitality team is available to answer questions, give site tours, and help with any problems you may encounter. This is a valuable resource, particularly if this is your first Solstice experience. The Hospitality team is there to serve you and welcomes your inquiries.
This is also where you can gather with others and enjoy a relaxing foot massage between classes.
The Solstice Staff
Summer Solstice is a welcoming space where you can connect with fellow Kundalini yogis and deepen your practice in a safe and supportive environment. We are a community-focused event, and you are an integral part of our community. If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to ask.
Special Needs and Disability Access
If you have special needs, please email Customer Service at [email protected] to let us know how we can best support you, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for everyone.
Email Customer Service to let us know how we can support your Solstice experience.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
