Silence by The Sea
at the Bayside Oceanfront Resort
Parkville, BC
Next Soul Retreat
Sunday, May 24, 2026
7:00am - 3:00pm
$222* + gst
Registration opens April 2nd, 2026
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includes breakfast & lunch
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sunrise yoga & yin yoga
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*Outdoor/ocean & mountain view sessions*
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guided and silent meditation
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walking meditation
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journaling
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bolsters, eye pillows, blankets, foam blocks provided
*weather permitting
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* Early Bird Pricing
ends April 14, 2026*
$249 +gst after April 14, 2026
1 - Day Soul Retreat
In a world that moves quickly and asks much of us, the nervous system rarely has the time or conditions it needs to fully settle.
Silence by the Sea is a gently structured day of quiet practice designed to give your body and nervous system space to stand down.
Through guided stillness, mindful movement, rest, and periods of intentional silence, this retreat creates a calm, supportive container where the usual pressure to do, speak, or perform can soften.
This is not about pushing deeper.
It is about allowing the nervous system to settle in its own time.
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What the day supports
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Downshifting from chronic busyness and overstimulation
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Creating conditions for the nervous system to settle
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Releasing accumulated tension and mental noise
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Restoring clarity through spacious practice
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Reconnecting with a quieter internal rhythm
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What to expect
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A thoughtfully paced, full-day retreat
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Guided yoga, Yin, and Yoga Nidra
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Periods of noble silence
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Gentle walking meditation
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Time for rest and optional reflection
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A calm, supportive group environment
No prior meditation or yoga experience is required — only a willingness to step out of the usual pace of life for the day.​
Who this is for
This retreat is especially supportive if you are:
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feeling overstimulated or mentally full
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carrying persistent tension or fatigue
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moving through a full or demanding season
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craving quiet but unsure how to access it
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ready for a deeper exhale than a typical life allows
The intention
When the nervous system is given enough safety, predictability, and time, it naturally begins to settle.
This day is designed to offer exactly those conditions.
“I attended a day-long silent retreat at Namaskar Yoga Studio and truly can’t say enough good things. Every detail — from the delicious meals to the beautiful space and the gentle rhythm of the day. I felt completely supported and able to fully rest.”
-TK
- FC
My first silent retreat was very positive with lots of insights !
- DM
The food was wonderful. I felt very nourished.
- NM
I loved the end when no thoughts were present.
I just felt the stillness and the space I was holding.
Host Your Next Yoga Retreat or Teacher Training on the West Coast​​
Looking for the perfect venue to host your next Yoga Retreat or Teacher Training? Vancouver Island offers the ideal setting — evergreens, mountains and ocean views that inspires renewal and connection.
Namaskar Yoga Studio, located within the Bayside Oceanfront Resort in Parksville, BC, provides a bright, fully equipped studio space complete with yoga mats and props.
Enjoy on-site dining, comfortable accommodations, and stunning ocean scenery—all in one convenient location.
Whether you're planning a training for up to 25 participants or a private retreat for a smaller group, we'll help make your experience seamless and memorable.
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Contact Elle D'Amico for details: shelley@namaskaryoga.ca
