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Two yearly retreats in the Colorado mountains

One to begin the path, one to go deeper. Four days of teaching, meditation, honest conversation, and walks on the land at Drala Mountain Center.

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Registration openBeginnerEarly bird · ends January 1

Entering the Path

An Introduction to Buddhist Practice

April 22–25, 2027
Drala Mountain Center, Colorado

Four days in the Colorado mountains learning the core teachings in plain language and building a meditation practice from the ground up. No experience needed.

Early bird · ends January 1
  • $300 tuition (goes to $350 on January 1)
  • 20% off lodging with code
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Already Whole

Discovering the Freedom Within

September 9–12, 2027
Drala Mountain Center, Colorado

Four days exploring the layers of “clay” that hide our inherent wholeness: certainty, labels, striving, and inner conflict. Open to all levels.

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Which retreat is right for you?

Both are four days at Drala Mountain Center, and both welcome beginners. The difference is where they start.

Beginner

Entering the Path

Beginners, the curious, and anyone wanting a clear map of the core teachings
The Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, the Five Precepts, and the Five Remembrances
A new meditation technique each day, small groups, walks on the land, and an optional refuge ceremony
April 22–25, 2027
All levels

Already Whole

Anyone wanting to go deeper into self-acceptance and freedom from habitual patterns
Uncovering inherent wholeness, framed by the story of the golden Buddha
Seven sessions of teaching, meditation, small groups, and walks on the land
September 9–12, 2027

Can I do both? Yes. Entering the Path builds the foundation, and Already Whole takes it deeper.

The venue

Drala Mountain Center
151 Shambhala Way, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado 80545

Drala Mountain Center is a contemplative retreat center set in the mountains of northern Colorado. The land is home to the Great Stupa of Dharmakaya, one of the most significant Buddhist monuments in North America, and the destination of a mindful hike during each retreat.

The setting is intentionally simple: mountain air, open landscapes, and space for stillness. Meals are taken communally, lodging is comfortable but uncluttered, and the rhythm of the days is built around presence rather than productivity.

From past retreats

What past participants shared about their experience.

Whether you're new or experienced, Noah's teachings are approachable, grounded, and easy to apply in everyday life.
— Cecilia D.
After driving to work “with Noah as my copilot” for over two years, listening and more than just learning, feeling better with myself, the world, and generally with what life brings my way. To have the opportunity to experience these lessons in person, surrounded by people who, like me, are looking for more peace within themselves and the world, was a unique experience that I plan to repeat this year and that I hope more people get to experience.
— Andrea Fruchier
Katie and I both really loved the retreat experience last year. Drala is a beautiful setting in the mountains. Accommodations were comfortable and convenient to the meeting place and meal hall. Most of all, we really enjoyed the friendly atmosphere created by so many searching souls. We will definitely be attending again this year.
— Jeff Johnson

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