Balanced Rock Meditation
The Buddha's meditation instructions begin with the advice, "go to the forest or to the foot of a tree." These Balanced Rock courses speak to our core belief that nature is the best teacher-we only need to make ourselves present to her lessons. Led by skilled yet simple instruction, we dive into wilderness exploration to ultimately learn about ourselves.
Balanced Rock courses are ideal for anyone who is new to meditation, the outdoors or both; and most importantly, anyone who wants to explore awareness. Those experienced in meditation or backcountry travel will find something new and personally enriching in this unique combination. Our meditation program focuses on cultivating awareness rather than covering miles. The specific style and focus of each individual mediation practice varies, depending on the expertise of the instructor.
If you are interested in meditation instruction, these courses are for you:
- Meditation Trek: Mindfulness Meditation and Backpacking in Yosemite
Mindfulness meditation and gentle yoga while backpacking in the Yosemite wilderness with Kay Peterson and the Balanced Rock staff.June 23-27, 2010
- Care for Self, Care for Others: A Backcountry Retreat for Service Work Professionals
Self care skills, yoga, breath, laughter and the serenity of nature with Lindsay Wilson.August 4-8, 2010
John Muir
