Date: October 23 (Sat) 2:00 PM - October 25 (Mon) 11:30 AM, 2027
Location: Pingxi, New Taipei, Taiwan
Level: All levels are warmly welcomed
*The retreat will proceed with a minimum of 8 attendees. If there are fewer than 8 attendees, we will notify you and issue a full refund one week before the retreat starts.
*Soul Barn has over 50 instructors from around the world, so the language used in each retreat falls into one of three categories:
Fully Chinese / Fully English
Bilingual option available (If needed, please inform us at least one week before the event)
Mainly English, with slower pacing and occasional simple Chinese
This retreat falls under Category 2.
Step into the mountains on an autumn afternoon.
Leave your phone behind. For the next three days, there’s no conversation and no internet, only the mountain breeze, the shadows of the trees, and yourself, slowly growing quiet.
For three days, we won’t speak, scroll, or make conversation with anyone. At first, it may feel unfamiliar. Your mind may be noisy, your body restless, and you may find yourself reaching for something to fill the empty space.
Gradually, you’ll start to notice more. On your morning walk, you feel the ground beneath each footstep. At mealtimes, you taste the sweetness of the rice and the freshness of the vegetables in every bite. As you stretch in the afternoon among the trees, your body begins to feel at home in this land. When you close your eyes at night, the weight of the whole day seems to fall away with each breath.
Together, we’ll explore different ways of coming home to yourself: walking meditation, morning chanting, stretching, eye gazing meditation, drawing, and free writing. We’ve also left plenty of open space where there’s nothing to do, so you can rest, unwind, and simply observe.
Before the retreat begins, we’ll explain how the silence works and then enter the quiet together. No experience with silent retreats, meditation, or mindfulness? You’re warmly welcome to join us!
Instructor
Meditation and Chanting: Gina
In the realm of sound, we will slowly listen to the natural rhythms of our bodies. Through chanting, we will awaken our ears and throats, loosening the constraints within and bringing awareness back to the present moment.
“Follow your heart and you’ll realize that everything is connected.”
Gina has received her yoga qualification in places including Taiwan, Thailand and Nepal.
In her experience, she has felt unity with the universe by yoga, meditation, chanting and self observation and has also found a connection with her inner self that she has never felt before as a kid.
Gina believes that listening closely to your heart, and observing every movement can help you gain a better understanding of yourself.
*This session will be in Mandarin.
*Available in both English and Mandarin. If you prefer bilingual guidance, please contact us via our official LINE account (@soulbarn) at least one week in advance.
Eye Gazing and Peaceful Practice: Neo
Neo is a certified hypnotherapist and a master practitioner and trainer of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, who has also practiced countless energy and healing modalities from Reiki, Seichim Sekhem, Theta healing, Swedish and acupressure massage, emotional freedom technique, kinesiology, pendulum clearing, astrology, tarot, and aura healing.
With an intense passion, Neo has knowledge on different mind-body topics that help people get to know themselves and find balance in their lives through various techniques.
*This session will be in Mandarin.
*Available in both English and Mandarin If you prefer bilingual guidance, please contact us via our official LINE account (@soulbarn) at least one week in advance.
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.
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
Prefer a private room? Message us on our official LINE account @soulbarn.
Nourish
At Soul Barn’s community table, our private chefs will prepare warm, heartfelt plant-based meals just for you.
They bring a quiet passion for seasonal ingredients sourced from across Taiwan and cook it simply, letting its natural flavors shine.
With over a decade of culinary experience, Roy as the former head chef at several plant-based restaurants and a winner of multiple international culinary awards, he has spent years exploring the unique nature of each ingredient and discovering the gentlest way to bring out its true flavor.
Nicki likes to keep things simple. Honest ingredients, no fancy garnish, and food that feels warm and comforting, the kind of meal that sits well with both body and mind. Her kitchen is always full of new experiments, and over time they’ve shaped a style that’s distinctly her own.
Every ingredient gets the same careful touch, and Nicki loves finding new ways to bring out something different in it. Her cooking proves that healthy and delicious can go together, and that plant-based meals can be varied and truly satisfying.
Day 1
A Quiet Table: Cozy Silent Dinner
Lemon & Seasonal Vegetable Orzo
Tomato Basil Chickpea Stew
Roasted Spiced Cauliflower with Yogurt Sauce
Candied Lime Salad
Green Pea Soup
Day 2
Mindful Brunch for Body & Mind
Vegetarian Warming Congee
Fresh Fruit Platter
Comforting Coffee and Beverages
Joyful Afternoon Tea Time
Handmade Cinnamon Rolls
Roasted Barley Tea
A Quiet Table: Cozy Silent Dinner
Mixed Mushroom Cream Risotto
Pan-Seared Zucchini with Sea Salt
Potato & Edamame Cakes
Cinnamon Apple Salad
Celery & Spinach Soup
Day 3
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
Afternoon Relaxation: Easy Stretch
Unwind tense muscles through gentle physical stretches, infusing a fresh, flowing energy into your mind and body.
Being in Nature: The Mind-Body Connection
Through contact with nature, feel the earth’s unconditional acceptance and support, rediscovering a deep sense of safety.
A Journey into your inner forest
Through meditation, writing, and drawing, create a peaceful inner forest of your own. Let it refresh your mind, ease your breathing, and bring you back to a place of calm and safety.
Sleep Relaxation
At night, let your breath gently guide awareness into relaxation—gathering the day’s feelings and leading you into restful, steady sleep.
A Quiet Place: Morning Relaxation
With the first light of dawn, each step connects you with the earth, grounding you in clarity and presence.
How to Take Your Peaceful Balance into Daily Life
In moments of shared guidance, learn how to extend the power of mindfulness into the details of everyday living.
Eye Gazing Meditation
Through focused gazing, experience the steadiness of the mind and the strength of the present moment.
Transforming Chaos into Peace
Observe, accept, and gently transform heavy emotions into resilient inner strength—this silent strength becomes the root of your inner stability.
Silent Exploration
Reawaken the senses through movement, discovering a new form of free expression and self-connection beyond words.
Sleep Relaxation Meditation
A gentle practice to release the body and mind before sleep.
Morning Meditation and Mantra
Begin a new day with simple meditation and chanting. As breath and sound intertwine, energy flows through the body—opening a soft and clear beginning.
Sharing Circle & Closing
A Quiet Table: Healthy Vegetarian Breakfast, Mindful Brunch for Body & Mind, Cozy Silent dinner
Music and snacks
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
Shared Room
Early Bird - 14,000 TWD per person
Standard - 15,000 TWD per person
Private Room
Private room pricing ranges from NT$20,000–30,000 per person, and may vary depending on the number of guests and room type. Feel free to message us on official LINE (@soulbarn) for more details!
Here's what else you might want to know 💭
- Early bird tickets are limited, only 2 spots are available.
- All fees include: 10+ guided meditation & healing sessions, accommodation, private chef meals, photography, all-day tea & snacks, on-site staff support, digital detox experience, and everything else throughout your journey!
- Wellness Club Member - Exclusive Price, message us! (Learn more about our Wellness Club Members)
Soul Barn will provide our Stay Grounded 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.
* For full details on registration and cancellation policies, please refer to Soul Barn’s Registration Agreement.
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