Date: February 27 (Fri) 2:00 PM - March 1 (Sun) 11:30 AM, 2026
Location: Pingxi, New Taipei, Taiwan
Level: All levels are warmly welcomed
*The retreat will proceed with a minimum of 6 attendees. If there are fewer than 6 attendees, we will notify you and issue a full refund one week before the retreat starts.
*Please note that this is an adult-exclusive retreat available to 16-year-old and over.
Have you ever asked yourself, “When everything goes quiet, can I really hear what’s inside me?”
In daily life, we’re surrounded by noise—messages, conversations, and endless to-do lists. With so many voices around us, we rarely make space to simply be with ourselves. So when silence finally arrives, it can feel strange or even uncomfortable.
This three-day retreat invites you to step into the mountains and let nature become your quiet companion. Mornings begin with meditation as the sun rises, afternoons with mindful walks through the forest, and nights under the stars with deep, gentle breaths—a simple return to yourself.
We won’t speak during these days. Instead, you’ll hear the sound of the wind through the trees, the flow of nearby water, and the rhythm of your own breath. In this shared silence, we learn to let go of defenses, to connect through a glance or a smile, and to support one another just by being here.
As the mind slows, thoughts begin to clear, emotions settle, and the body finds its natural balance. Silence is not about escaping the world—it’s a way to connect with it more deeply.
When you return to the city, you may notice that the calm and clarity you found here stay with you—helping you move through life with softness, steadiness, and a little more peace inside.
What To Expect
Wear your most comfortable clothes and bring environmentally friendly tableware.
Put down your phones and communicate with the world attentively.
Stay weird and stay unique.
Mindfulness Meditation and Body Relaxation: Yoanna
“In a world that is so fast paced, we all need to learn how to stay calm and move at our own pace.”
Yoanna has experienced healing and growth through Breathing Techniques, Yoga, and Meditation Practices, and she hopes to bring that experience to our attendees too.
In nature, we cultivated mindful awareness: “When you look, just look. When you listen, just listen. When you smell, taste, or touch, just do that. When you become aware, just be aware.” Through this non-judgmental practice, we opened ourselves up to a deeper, more present experience of the now.
*This session will be held in Mandarin
*This session can also be held in English and Chinese. Please contact @soulbarn official LINE account at least one week in advance if you need this service.
Art and Sound Healing: El & Nina
El has lived in Hawaii, India, Malaysia, London, and the Philippines. With over two decades of guiding experience, he specializes in various techniques such as “Energy Medicine," "Emotional Reprogramming," "Sound Healing," "Inner Dance," "Kundalini Yoga," and more. He has assisted people from around the world in adjusting their physical, mental, and spiritual states, overcoming challenges, including cancer patients.
"The greatest secret to maintaining physical health is to first take care of our emotional well-being." El is a nature enthusiast, a talented chef, a life enthusiast, and a keen observer of beauty in everyday life.
As an art creator and illustration therapist, Nina has navigated through the difficult phases of work-life balance. She is determined to engage in work that nurtures both the body and mind, living the life her soul truly desires.
“I find solace in doodling and creating art as a way to quiet my mind and release inner turmoil.”
Through methods such as "Energy Healing Illustrations," "Mandala Creation," "Crystal Information Reading," "Unicorn Reiki," "Emotional Reprogramming & Energy Medicine," Nina guides people to enhance self-awareness, release accumulated stress, and manage emotions.
El & Nina will gently guide everyone through the healing path.
*This session will be held in English and Chinese.
Space
Located in a quiet town at the foot of the mountains, this wooden house opens onto a grassy lawn surrounded by trees - and sometimes, you might even spot a giant tortoise slowly wandering across it!
The house was built by the owner and close friends, from collecting the wood to hand-finishing every detail. Each season brings its own atmosphere: fresh greens in spring, the sound of cicadas in summer, cool autumn air, and calm winter days.
Inside, warm wood furniture, tatami mats, and soft lighting make the space cozy and comfortable. You can wake up to the morning sun, watch the evening mist roll in, or simply sit quietly and listen to nature.
It’s a place to slow down and enjoy life’s simple things — a cup of tea, fresh air, and a peaceful afternoon.
Two types of accommodation is provided:
Shared Room
Mixed Gender Shared Room/ Female Shared Room
*Single Bed Mattress will be provided.
*Why is the accommodation shared? The purpose behind shared accommodation is to create closer bonds between the participants.
Private Room
(Only One Room available, perfect for attendees coming in pair)
*Want to live alone in a private room? Please send a private message to the official LINE @soulbarn.
Nourish
At Soul Barn’s dining table, our Chef Roy will prepare nourishing plant-based cuisine that warms both body and spirit.
With years of dedicated passion and curiosity for ingredients, Roy carefully selects seasonal produce from across Taiwan, using the most suitable cooking methods to gently release the honest, authentic flavors of each ingredient.
Drawing on over a decade of culinary experience, Roy has served as head chef at multiple vegetarian restaurants and earned recognition in numerous international culinary competitions. Throughout his journey, he has continuously explored the unique characteristics of ingredients, using the most appropriate techniques to bring out the pure essence of whole foods.
Roy's culinary philosophy centers on transforming people's preconceptions about traditional plant-based cuisine. For Roy, vegetarian food can be refreshing, abundant, and truly surprising. Every dish is prepared with tender intention, as he finds joy in witnessing the moment when diners break into satisfied smiles.His exceptionally delicate and gentle approach to cooking delights in bringing diverse transformations to each ingredient.
Through Roy's artful creations, you'll discover that health and flavor can beautifully coexist, and that plant-based cuisine can deliver such rich, pure, and moving experiences.
Day 1
Dinner
| A Quiet Table: Cozy Silent Dinner |
Pesto Vegetable Risotto
Mexican Stewed Beans
Roasted Garlic Brussels Sprouts
Caramelized Grapefruit Salad
Tomato & Soy Milk Vegetable Soup with Ginger
Day 2
Brunch
| Mindful Brunch for Body & Mind |
Comforting Vegetable Congee
Fresh Fruit Platter
Coffee & Refreshing Beverages
Afternoon Tea
Sweet Red Bean Glutinous Rice Dumplings
Handmade Soft Cookies
Dinner
| A Quiet Table: Cozy Silent dinner |
Orzo Pasta with Garlic & Chili
Zucchini with Magao-spiced Edamame Purée
Pan-seared Cabbage with Soy Milk Cream Sauce
Chickpea Salad
Creamy Cauliflower Soup
Day 3
Breakfast
| Healthy Vegetarian Breakfast |
French Soft Baguette Sandwich
Fresh Fruit Platter
Comforting Coffee and Beverages
*Please let us know in advance if you have any food allergies or specific dietary requirements.
*The private kitchen will customize the dishes for us, which will change with the seasons and provide you with the freshest ingredients. Therefore, it may not be all as shown in the photo.
Transportation
Distance from Pingxi Station
5 minutes by Car/Taxi
10 minutes by Walk
Distance from Jingtong Station
2 minutes by Car/Taxi
10 minutes by Walk
*Transportation details will be told one week prior to the event
*If you have any questions regarding transportation, please let us know!
*A week before the event, we’ll open a carpool chat to help everyone connect and share rides with ease.
Retreat Includes
Breathing Technique and Visualization
Learn to shift your breathing rhythm, release tension, and return the body to a relaxed and comfortable state.Reconnect and Rediscover: Mindful Emotion Observation
Through guided practices, explore more deeply within and lay the foundation of awareness for the three-day journey.Body Relaxation
Expand the body through mindful, soft, and steady movements—cultivating awareness of your physical state.Sleep Relaxation
End the day with guided breathwork and meditation to reconnect with body and mind, preparing for deep, restful sleep.A Quiet Place: Morning Relaxation
Walking in mindfulness, connect with the land and nature—merging with it and embracing its presence. Through this, discover inspiration and the relationship between nature and self.Eye Gazing
Through eye-gazing with a partner, become aware of the emotions and sensations that arise from within.Dynamic Meditation
Explore the stabilizing power of the inner self by sensing the space and people around you, moving in harmony with them.Plant Mandala
Experience the purifying energy of plants by creating mandalas with natural materials from daily life. Witness collective energy come together in a beautiful mandala offering, awakening a deeper connection between nature and spirit.Intuitive Drawing: Expressing the Inner World
Return to childhood innocence as you create a unique “Inner Light” mandala on black paper with white ink—revealing the boundless possibilities of your inner world.Meditation of Water and Ink
Allow water to dissolve inner unease and anxiety. Like ink flowing freely, feel the energy move across the canvas in an unbounded, meditative process of expression.Morning Mantra
Awaken your inner healing power through the resonance of sound. Your voice is your greatest instrument. By chanting ancient mantras, retune body and mind, bringing each cell back into harmony.Sharing Circle
Here in Soul Barn, we support and trust everyone around us. Feel safe to share and listen to each other’s story.
Healthy Vegetarian Breakfast
Mindful Brunch for Body & Mind
A Quiet Table: Cozy Silent dinner
A Great Opportunity to Unplug, Experience and Connect
*Full schedule will be provided after booking is confirmed.
*The Internet is required to be turned OFF during the event, yet photos are allowed to be taken during the entire time. (Please let us know if you need internet access, and we will arrange it for you.)
Retreat Price
Early bird tickets are limited, only 2 spots available.
Shared Room - Female / Mixed Gender Shared Room
Early Bird - 14,000 TWD per person
Standard - 15,000 TWD per person
Wellness Club Member - Exclusive Price, message us!
Private Room
For private room bookings, please message us on our official Line (@soulbarn) to inquire about pricing.
(Learn more about our Wellness Club Members)
Soul Barn will provide our Stay Grounded Yoga Mat for attendees to use in the retreat.
If you wish to purchase your own yoga mat, please select “Add-on Stay Grounded Yoga Mat” or “Add-on Flow & Balance Yoga Mat” in our Reservation Form.
How To Book?
RESERVATION FORM:
Reservations are taken on a first come first serve basis. Please click the “Book now“ button to fill in the reservation form, and wait patiently while we process your request.REQUEST PROCESSED:
You MUST add us on LINE (@soulbarn) and send a message providing the following information :Full Name:
Event date:
Reservations are taken on a first come first serve basis, and they do get sold up really quickly. Our team will provide our bank account information as soon as we receive your message.
P.S. If you do not have a LINE account, please contact us through Facebook @soulbarn.
PAYMENT PROCESSED:
Please proceed with the payment at your earliest convenience no later than 3 days after you receive our bank account information. Without receiving your payment, the booking system will cancel your reservation automatically. Don’t forget to provide the last five digits of your bank account number and the total amount you have transferred.RESERVATION COMPLETED:
Please wait patiently as our team members contact you shortly. The reservation is completed once the payment is received.
* The Pre-Departure Notice (including the venue's address, the detailed schedule, and the recommended packing list. ) will be sent through our Official LINE one week prior to the event.
* To ensure the accuracy of information, please make sure all companions fill out the form as well.
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 14 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a 70% refund.
Cancellations made between 2 - 13 days of the event will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations made within 2 days of the event will receive a 10% refund.
Cancellations made on the day of the event or during the event are non-refundable unless an emergency occurred and is provided with proof.
However, the booking can be transferred to a different person if you’re unable to attend.
