Date: November 29th (Sun) 10:00 - 17:00, 2026
Location: Guguan, Taichung, 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 Mandarin / 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 Categories 2, Bilingual option available.
It’s been a while since our last one-day silent retreat in Taichung!
This time, we’re leaving the city behind and heading into the mountains near Guguan, to a quiet private property tucked away in Songhe Village.
Surrounded by forest, grassland, fruit trees, gardens, and a small ecological pond, the space feels like a hidden backyard in the mountains.
For one day, we’ll step away from the internet, and enter a seven hour silence.
No talking. No scrolling. No constant input. Just a day to see what happens when things get a little quieter.
So, we might wonder, what exactly is a silent retreat?
At its simplest, it means paying attention to what is happening within you.
For example, if you suddenly feel restless while sitting, your usual response might be to check your phone, get up, distract yourself, or talk to someone.
Instead of reacting straight away, we practise noticing first.This practice gives us a chance to slow that process down, to observe first, then respond.
Throughout the day, we’ll explore different forms of practice, including sitting meditation, mindful walking, body awareness, and simple mindfulness exercises.There will also be plenty of time to simply be in the mountains - resting, slowing down, and spending time with ourselves.
Come spend a quiet day with us in the mountains and see what seven hours of silence feels like for you!
Instructor
Instructor: 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.
*This session will be guided in Mandarin.
*This session can be held bilingual; send your request to our official LINE @soulbarn at least one week before the retreat if you need.
Space
Tucked away in the mountains near Guguan, this private garden opens quietly beyond the forest and the Dajia River.
Shaped over more than a decade by one family, the land has been cared for slowly - native trees left standing, seasonal vegetables growing in the garden, and fallen pine needles returned to the soil as compost.
Wooden cabins are scattered across the lawn, with a glass house at the centre. Mornings begin with soft light and dew on the grass; by afternoon, mist rises from the valley and settles over the surrounding mountains.
A quiet place, closely connected to the land around it.
A little note: as the venue is surrounded by nature and no chemical pesticides are used, mosquitoes and insects are part of the environment. We recommend bringing insect repellent and wearing long pants.
Nourish
The mountains keep the good things hidden, and this kitchen gives every one of them away.
Every meal follows the season. The cook works whatever is ready into the dishes, using vegetables and fruit grown on site, seasoned lightly, plain and unhurried, carrying what this piece of land has put into them.
The vegetables open their leaves while the dew is still on them, and reach the kitchen not long after they're cut.
We eat surrounded by the garden that grew the food, and take our time over the story behind each dish.
Rooftop Dinner
Vegetable Hot Pot
Broth simmered from garden vegetables
Seasonal vegetable platter
Handmade tofu and tofu skin
Seasonal mushrooms
Steamed rice
Seasonal Vegetable Sides
*If you have any food allergies or special dietary needs, please let us know in advance.
Transportation
Distance from HSR Taichung Station
60 minutes by Car/Taxi
Distance from Dongshih Industrial High School
45 minutes by Bus
Distance from Songhe Tribe (Tbulan) Village / Songhe Bridge
3-5 minutes by walk
*Transportation details will be provided one week prior to the event.
*If you have any questions regarding transportation, please let us know!
Retreat Includes
A Quiet Place: Morning Relaxing Meditation
Wander through the trees. Find one worth staying beside. Simply be with it.
Soft Landing in the Body
Moving along the floor, we work with gravity rather than against it — gently loosening what has stiffened, returning the body to a place of ease.
Breathwork
Eye Gazing
Dynamic Meditation
Blending movement with inner attention, we follow the body's rhythm to bring the mind, heart, and body into the same frequency, returning to a place of clarity and calm.
Sharing Circle
Freely share and deeply listen to each other's stories.
Private Chef Lunch
Snacks and Music
A Great Opportunity to Unplug, Experience and Connect
*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.)
Retreat Price
Early Bird - 4,200 TWD per person
Standard - 4,880 TWD per person
🪁 What’s Included
-Includes 5 guided meditation and healing sessions, private chef dinner, retreat photography, all-day tea and refreshments, dedicated on-site support ,digital detox experience, and the full retreat program!
🪁 Early Bird
-Limited to just 2 participants. Closes once fully booked. (No date restrictions)
🪁 Soul Barn Wellness Club: VIP Members
-Exclusive preferred pricing. Message us!
(Curious about becoming a Soul Barn member? Click here to learn more.)
We’ll also provide Stay Grounded extra-thick exercise mats for attendees to use in the retreat.
If you’d prefer to have your own brand-new mat, simply select the “Add-On: Extra-Thick Exercise Mat” option on the registration form. We’ll prepare a new mat just for you - and you can take it home after the retreat.
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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