May Bank Holiday long weekend: Body, Mind, and breathing in beauty
With Vidyadasa and Suryadaya
May 1 - 4, 2026
Enjoy a long bank holiday weekend of practice surrounded by the beautiful Sussex countryside at Rivendell. Immersed in good conditions for practising meditation, reflection, ritual communally.
An emphasis on body based practice with an appreciation of the beauty of life and all that spring brings.
There will be some simple movement sessions inspired by Yoga, Qi Gong, walking meditation and optional creative activities such as writing and drawing/painting if desired.
RETREAT CATEGORY:TRIRATNA
This retreat is suitable for those who have a regular meditation practice and who regularly attend retreats, a centre or a group within the context of the Triratna Buddhist Community. You will also need to be familiar with, and happy to participate in, Triratna Buddhist devotional practice and ritual (puja), be comfortable with extended periods of sitting meditation and the possibility on some retreats of periods spent in silence.
Please read our booking and cancellation policies and FAQs before booking.
About the Leaders
Vidyadasa
Vidyadasa is a Buddhist yoga and embodiment teacher who brings over three decades of meditation, movement, and mindfulness practice into his teaching. Rooted in the Triratna Buddhist tradition, he weaves together Hatha yoga, somatic awareness, embodiment / life coaching and creative inquiry to support people in connecting more deeply with their bodies, values, and inner […]
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Suryadaya
My name is Suryadaya, which means Kindness like Sunshine and I have been practising, writing and teaching people about Buddhism for many years. These days, my greatest interest is in communicating the Dharma (the teachings of the Buddha) in a way that is relevant, helpful and inspiring, so as to assist us all in meeting […]
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