Shaftsbury Hollow Retreat of Self-Realization Fellowship

The Self-Realization Fellowship Shaftsbury Hollow Retreat — located in the picturesque Green Mountains of southern Vermont — has a rich history as a spiritual sanctuary and special place of inspiration for SRF members and seekers who wish to learn more about the spiritual teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda.

The Retreat offers attendees an opportunity to relax in nature and deepen their relationship with God through meditation, introspection and study of the timeless Kriya Yoga teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. While visiting this peaceful sanctuary, retreatants are able to put aside the demands of daily living as they renew and revitalize body, mind and spirit.

The main building features a beautiful meditation chapel, spiritual library, living room, kitchen and refectory, along with breathtaking views of the Green Mountains. The grounds offer a meditation pond, wooded trails and tranquil pastures.

More information and Schedules

Numerous retreats are available throughout the year, including regional monastic-led weekend retreats, personal retreat weekends, lay-member led retreats and self-conducted group retreats. Reservations are required. You can find the schedules for all the retreats here.

Upcoming Personal Retreat Weekends:

• Oct. 16-18, 2026
• Nov. 6-8, 2026
• Dec. 4-6, 2026

You may subscribe to the Shaftsbury Hollow Retreat mailing list  to receive email information about the retreats. Please check the box for “retreat” on the form. 

“When you know that beneath the wave of your life is the great Ocean of Life, and beneath your joy the bliss of God — then you are really living.”  – Paramahansa Yogananda