Deepak Chopra has been at the forefront of the self-care movement since the ’90s. He was touting the benefits of meditation way before apps like Calm and Headspace became popular. A New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Chopra has written over 90 books, including The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, Total Meditation, and Metahuman. He also founded an eponymous integrative health foundation called Chopra.
Focusing on physical, mental, and spiritual health, Chopra blends the holistic healing practice of Ayurveda with modern well-being practices. In addition to self-care content, like 21-Day Meditations, Chopra offers online masterclasses and certification programs — and now, its in-person well-being retreats are returning!
Centered around mindfulness and meditation, Chopra retreats invite you to “leave your computer at home. Turn your phone off—not on silent, actually off.” Any amount of time without a computer or cell phone sounds heavenly to us! Whether you’re “well-being curious” or a practiced yogi, Chopra’s integrative health experts can help you discover what you really want, transform your habits, and create a self-care routine.
Retreats offer the opportunity to share your body/mind/spirit experience and connect with like-minded individuals who are also into personal healing. Plus, they just so happen to take place at luxurious resorts in gorgeous locales across North America. They don’t just nourish your soul — chef-driven cuisine is prepared for guests daily with fresh, local ingredients. Dr. Chopra speaks at each retreat, along with meditation, yoga, and wellness experts.
“Wellness begins when we sleep deeply, eat food that nourishes, move our bodies, practice meditation, love ourselves and those around us, live with nature, and truly understand how to create our collective reality,” said Mallika Chopra, CEO of Chopra Global. Sign us up! Here’s an overview of the upcoming retreats.
1. Well Within
Rancho Palos Verde, California
October 29-31, 2021
Dr. Chopra knows how to make a comeback — kicking off his return to in-person retreats with a chat with mental health advocate Jewel, followed by a performance by the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter. Of course, this carefree paradise comes at a price. This retreat starts at $2,935 and includes a two-night stay at the luxurious resort, Ayurvedic-inspired meals, daily meditation, yoga, and mindful movement classes, engaging talks by Dr. Chopra and renowned thought leaders, and more.
The nearly sold-out Well Within retreat takes place at the five-star Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verde, California at the end of this month. Poised above the Pacific on the beautiful Palos Verdes Peninsula, California’s Mediterranean-inspired Terranea Resort offers breathtaking views of the Los Angeles coastline. Be sure to check out the incredible Wayfarers Chapel while you’re in town!
2. 7 Spiritual Laws
Riviera Maya, Mexico
December 8-12, 2021
Inspired by Dr. Chopra’s best-selling book, Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, the 7 Spiritual Laws retreat empowers individuals to get what they want out of life by silencing surrounding static and tapping into their unlimited potential. This retreat features small group sessions, Mayan-inspired meals, mantras from Dr. Chopra’s Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, Pranayama breath work, chakra toning, guided meditation, and 75–90 minute yoga classes at sunrise and sunset, offered in both Spanish and English.
Starting at $7,010, the retreat includes a four-night stay at the five-star Fairmont Mayakoba in Mexico’s marvelous Riviera Maya. Nestled between lush lagoons and a sugary stretch of Caribbean coastline, this luxury resort is located in a tropical forest in Playa del Carmen.
3. Meditation Immersion
Maui, Hawaii
May 13-17, 2022
Say “aloha” to meditating in Maui in May at Chopra’s Meditation Immersion. In addition to daily group Chopra meditations and breathwork (including sunrise meditations every morning at dawn) and two yoga sessions per day (indoor and outdoor), this Hawaiian retreat features fireside chats with Dr. Chopra and renowned experts on meditation and Ayurvedic-inspired meals.
Starting at $4,435, the retreat includes a four-night stay at the Marriot’s AAA Four Diamond-rated Wailea Beach Resort. Surrounded by the Pacific ocean, this luxury resort sits between two of Maui’s best beaches.
4. Infinite Possibilities
Mont-Tremblant, Canada
July 7-11, 2022
Chopra’s Infinite Possibilities retreat awakens the potential within each individual by bringing attention to their strengths. Attendees will recognize that the only thing standing between themselves and realizing their dreams is… themselves. The retreat features daily meditation sessions, twice-daily yoga sessions, and primarily vegetarian meals.
Starting at $4,775, the Infinite Possibilities retreat includes a four-night stay at the four-star Fairmont Tremblant. Nestled among Quebec’s Laurentian Mountains, Tremblant’s landmark ski-in ski-out hotel sits at the foot of the majestic Tremblant peaks in Mont-Tremblant, Canada.
Currently, masks are required indoors at Chopra retreats. Guests, staff, and speakers are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to arrival.
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