Clear Sky Retreat Centre

The 3-month Karma Yoga program at Clear Sky was an incredibly life-altering experience for me—it helped me to see what was going on in my life and mind more clearly.

The teachers, whole community, and experience helped to ground me. It was very supportive. I was experiencing intense fear and confusion about life and where I was headed when I arrived, and I learned how to have a different relationship with those thoughts and feelings. I learned how to contact the place of stillness and peace inside of me.

And I learned that I am much much more than I could've previously imagined, and discovered more of the insight that my potential in certain terms is limitless. I now have a much better understanding of the fact that my obstacles are really in my own mind.

It's a huge gift to grow in working with others through karma yoga, as you have the opportunity to see your patterns in relationship and communicating with the other. There is no replacement for this. You cannot gain the insight into yourself that this program offers from sitting on a meditation cushion, believe me. Plus, it's an opportunity to grow in a variety of different skills, including what you are already good at, and what you aren't. The experience of letting go into the flow of daily practice and commitment to living in a real, integrated community is unbeatable. There is nothing like this.

You must be very committed to your own true growth and stepping outside of your current way of seeing things. If you're truly and deeply ready to leave behind the old patterns of life that aren't serving you or anybody else, consider taking up the challenge of this program and really facing yourself and the changes you need to make.

When I completed the karma yoga program last year, it was the most important, life changing experience that I'd had up until then and I'm in my mid 30s. The teachers and residents are patient, kind and supportive, yet dedicated to your spiritual growth and sharp when encouraging more wholesome habits. Participating in an intensive meditation program in a conscious community is an experience that I highly recommend trying - not only will you deepen your meditation practice, you can also walk away with other important life skills - cooking for 15+ people, mudding a straw bale cabin, marketing and web design, composting and gardening to name a few. There are guaranteed to be challenging moments when you run into your own ego, but with that comes the biggest breakthroughs. Thank you Clear Sky!

Clear Sky is a one of a kind place that is dedicated to personal and spiritual development. The teachers and community uphold a high degree of integrity with a focused approach and application of spiritual principals and ethics in daily life. I would recommend Clear Sky and the Karma Yoga program to anyone who is looking to deepen their connection with themselves, other people, and life as a whole. It provides an excellent container and opportunity to develop a consistent meditation practice and learn about different spiritual practices and traditions. Clear Sky is a place where ones willingness to show up for challenge is met equally with the support to overcome it, and to become more fully awake and alive in our everyday experiences.

I did the 3 month intensive program in 2020. It was a challenge but the group, the space, the meditations, the work, the support and care was all there to help me unfold personally and spiritually! Everyone is super supportive at the centre and if community is new to you, as it was to me, I coudn't recommend it more. Try it. I learned so much about myself and confidence level has never been higher after going through the experience. Everything I learned ClearSky was so easily translatable to my everyday life in the city. ClearSky gave me the tools needed to show up in life with clarity, compassion and wisdom. Sure, it was tough but it was totally worth it and I couldn't be more grateful

Clear Sky is a brilliant place to find your edge and extend yourself further.
The people are warm and friendly. The food is healthy and delicious. The landscape is
breathtaking. The routine is fairly rigorous combining meditation and educational programs that stimulate the mind with manual work that strengthens the body. The centre is run in a holistic and sustainable way that promotes well being for people and the planet. The meditation sessions are interesting and effective and they even have a fun night once a week that may comprise of a movie or a game of pool. The Teachings are useful and are delivered in an entertaining way offering great solutions to stay grounded and find more peace, clarity and wisdom. I look forward to returning to Clear Sky in the near future.