Song of the Morning Yoga & Meditation Retreat

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Song of the Morning is a non-profit retreat center and spiritual community nestled on 800 acres of pristine forest in northern Michigan founded on the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda as presented by Self-Realization Fellowship. YogaFest is a four-day celebration of yoga held every summer on the sacred grounds of Song of the Morning retreat, a beautiful and peaceful haven for spiritual renewal nestled within the North Woods of Michigan.

12/10/2025

“When the winter of trials comes, some leaves of life fall away. This is normal. It doesn’t matter. Take it in your stride. Say, ‘Never mind, summer is coming, and I shall blossom forth again.’ God has given inner strength for the tree to survive the harshest winters. You are no less endowed.”

— Paramahansa Yogananda in “Solving the Mystery of Life

❄️ Silent Reflections: A New Year Hatha Yoga RetreatWith Marilyn Beker and Golden Lotus Yoga Teachers AssociationJanuary...
12/09/2025

❄️ Silent Reflections: A New Year Hatha Yoga Retreat
With Marilyn Beker and Golden Lotus Yoga Teachers Association
January 16 to 18, 2026

Silently immerse yourself in the peaceful winter atmosphere of Song of the Morning Ranch as you plan for a meaningful 2026. This weekend includes four gentle Golden Lotus Hatha Yoga classes 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️, introspective goal setting inspired by the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda, and soul soothing meditation surrounded by 800 acres of snowy forest. 🌲❄️

Friday evening offers an introduction to the benefits of silence and suggestions and guidelines for how to embrace silence until the retreat closes on Sunday morning. Each Hatha Yoga class is gentle and meditative, suitable for all body types. The introspection practice draws from practical yogic teachings to support meaningful goals for the year ahead 🌟.

“From the depths of silence, the geyser of God’s bliss shoots up unfailingly and flows over man’s being.”
~ Paramahansa Yogananda

For details and to register: https://songofthemorning.secure.retreat.guru/program/silent-reflections-a-winter-yoga-retreat

Song of the Morning's hope for all soul-calls to be heard is one of the most cherished aspects of the community. The res...
12/09/2025

Song of the Morning's hope for all soul-calls to be heard is one of the most cherished aspects of the community. The resources for seekers to strengthen the connection of their call to God are in abundance at the retreat. The stillness of the Pigeon River Forest winter is the perfect outer world to quiet the inner world and best receive Spirit's love. Our daily group meditations, upcoming winter retreats, and opportunities for Personal Retreat are all ways in which this cozy atmosphere offers space for joy and communing with the Divine outside of the wilderness of everyday life.

One of the highlights during the 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS (December 25 to January 5) is the FELLOWSHIP WITH YOGACHARYA prese...
12/08/2025

One of the highlights during the 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS (December 25 to January 5) is the FELLOWSHIP WITH YOGACHARYA presentation on Saturday December 27 at 2 pm.

This year’s Fellowship is titled “Truth Is So Simple”, drawn from a rare recording captured at the Detroit Institute of the Arts on December 27, 1970. Almost exactly 55 years later, we gather to listen to Yogacharya share uplifting reflections on yoga as a way to deeper understanding, the stages of spiritual growth, discovering new worlds, and the simple clarity of Truth. His spontaneous conversation with devotees offers timeless inspiration for all seekers.

Each day of the Twelve Days of Christmas offers something special, from Christmas Eve luminaries and the Christmas Day progressive dinner to yoga classes, a drum circle, art project, films, nature walks, and sacred times of silence. New Year’s Eve brings shared inspiration, meditation, and uplifting moments. The celebration continues with services, peaceful meditations, and heart warming time in spiritual community. Whether you join us for one day or the full twelve, each day offers a beautiful way to deepen your connection with God and Guru and begin the new year in peace and joy.

For more details, full schedule and to register, visit: https://songofthemorning.secure.retreat.guru/program/12-days-of-christmas-2025-2026

"Mankind has only one real enemy- ignorance. Let us all work together for its destruction, helping and cheering one anot...
12/02/2025

"Mankind has only one real enemy- ignorance. Let us all work together for its destruction, helping and cheering one another along the way.” ~ Paramahansa Yogananda

As the retreat grows quiet and we affectionately welcome the winter, our acts of service continue. Nurturing our daily practice as a spiritual community radiates the warmth of encouragement. Together, we celebrate through soulful study, deep meditation, and refreshment as we joyfully step into this upcoming retreat season. We look forward to welcoming guests, both new and familiar, into the crisp awareness and uplifting energy of the teachings of our Guru.

12/01/2025

Silent Reflections: A New Year Hatha Yoga Retreat
❄️🧘‍♀️ January 16 to 18, 2026

Silently immerse yourself in the peaceful winter atmosphere of Song of the Morning Ranch, as you plan for a meaningful 2026.

This deeply introspective retreat includes four gentle Hatha Yoga classes, an introspective goal setting workshop, and soul soothing meditation, all while immersed in silence and the beautiful snowy woods. Open the door of deep calmness that leads to success.✨

Ready to step into silence?

Register Today 👇 https://songofthemorning.secure.retreat.guru/program/silent-reflections-a-winter-yoga-retreat

Are you longing for deeper inner tranquility through meditation and yoga? The Inner Peace Retreats at Song of the Mornin...
12/01/2025

Are you longing for deeper inner tranquility through meditation and yoga? The Inner Peace Retreats at Song of the Morning are thoughtfully designed to help you reconnect, restore balance, and return home with a renewed spirit and clear mind.

“Peace is found in surrender to good through devotion. People who are loving, who practice stillness, who delight in meditation and good actions, are really peaceful. Peace is the altar of God, the condition in which happiness exists.”
~Paramahansa Yogananda

These retreats are offered throughout the year, giving you the freedom to embark on this transformative journey whenever your heart is ready.

Learn more here: https://www.songofthemorning.org/inner-peace #/events

11/26/2025

Join us at Song of the Morning for the 12 Days of Christmas
December 25 to January 5

Song of the Morning is a place of deep peace and beauty during the holidays. Join us for one day or several as we honor the sacred span between the birthdays of Jesus Christ and Paramahansa Yogananda.

Enjoy homemade vegetarian meals, daily meditation, Hatha Yoga, guided activities, and peaceful time on the land.

Special highlights include Christmas celebrations, extended meditations, a Day of Silence, a Fellowship with Yogacharya presentation on Saturday December 27th, New Years Eve festivities, and the celebration of Yogananda’s birthday.

“This is my New Year's wish for you: that you all reach the land beyond your dreams, where there is peace and joy eternal. May you realize the fulfillment of whatever strong good wish you release in the ether.”

-Paramahansa Yogananda

For more details & to register visit: https://songofthemorning.secure.retreat.guru/program/12-days-of-christmas-2025-2026/

We are cherishing the rare days of clear blue skies and sunshine. The heavenly warmth expresses that though winter is dr...
11/25/2025

We are cherishing the rare days of clear blue skies and sunshine. The heavenly warmth expresses that though winter is drawing nearer, there's so much to be grateful for. Our practice of meditation, soulful study, and applying the teachings in sincere acts of service, allows us to collectively go deeper into the cozy embrace of Spirit. And the spirit of this upcoming holiday is a tender reminder to share the warmth of divine friendship and ever-new joy.

What a beautiful and heart-opening weekend. There was no denying the gentle presence of Divine Mother’s love permeating ...
11/22/2025

What a beautiful and heart-opening weekend. There was no denying the gentle presence of Divine Mother’s love permeating everything we did. Again and again, people shared how tangibly they felt Her softness, protection, and unconditional acceptance.

One of the most meaningful reminders many received was that Divine Mother’s love is always available to us, especially during our most difficult moments. Divine Mother never turns away Her child because of mistakes or shortcomings. Her love is patient, unconditional, and ever-ready to lift us when we falter.

Throughout the retreat we chanted in honor of Divine Mother, learned more about Her nature, and deepened our understanding of Paramahansa Yogananda’s relationship with Her. We also had the blessing of participating in Homa, a sacred fire offering, as well as a Kali Puja. Many also took time to walk to the Divine Mother Shrine, a quiet place on the land where Her presence feels especially near.

Lopa’s presence, words, and Sanskrit chanting added a deeply devotional dimension to the weekend, and Naren’s teachings, stories, and heartfelt guidance created a space where everyone felt held, inspired, and renewed.

It was a weekend filled with tenderness, upliftment, and the unmistakable embrace of Divine Mother.🌺

Silent Reflections: A New Year Hatha Yoga RetreatWith Marilyn Beker and Golden Lotus Yoga Teachers AssociationJanuary 16...
11/21/2025

Silent Reflections: A New Year Hatha Yoga Retreat
With Marilyn Beker and Golden Lotus Yoga Teachers Association
January 16 to 18

Silently immerse yourself in the peaceful winter atmosphere of Song of the Morning Ranch, as you plan for a meaningful 2026.

Embrace the opportunity to practice body nourishing Hatha Yoga, mind stimulating, introspective goal setting, and soul soothing meditation surrounded by 800 acres of snowy forest. Open the door of deep calmness that leads to success in everything.

“From the depths of silence, the geyser of God’s bliss shoots up unfailingly and flows over man’s being.” – Paramahansa Yogananda

For more details & to register: https://songofthemorning.secure.retreat.guru/program/silent-reflections-a-winter-yoga-retreat

During our Weaving Meditation Retreat in early November, guided with heartfelt presence by Naren, we rediscovered the po...
11/18/2025

During our Weaving Meditation Retreat in early November, guided with heartfelt presence by Naren, we rediscovered the portable paradise within, a truth Paramahansa Yogananda so lovingly revealed. Whether new to meditation or practicing for decades, we gained fresh, practical tools to stay present and let awareness flow into daily life. Held by nature and a warm, supportive community, we ended the weekend grounded, open-hearted, and uplifted. We look forward to continuing this journey and diving even deeper into meditation at future retreats with Naren.

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Vanderbilt, MI

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Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm

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(989) 983-4107

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YogaFest at Song of the Morning

YogaFest at Song of the Morning is a deeply nourishing, highly joyful, and spiritually authentic four-day celebration of spirit, nature, community, service, and all things yoga. It is an immersive experience into your innermost bliss which offers ample, almost endless opportunities for exploring, experiencing, and living in attunement with your deeper spiritual nature. From quiet reflection in a serene natural environment to active movement in a vibrant and energetic atmosphere; from camping with friends and family to participating in a full and exciting slate of programs morning, day, and night - there is something for every sincere seeker of truth at YogaFest at Song of the Morning.

A partial list of what you can expect to encounter at the festival includes Yoga classes all day long - not only hatha and flow yoga, but bhakti, jnana, kundalini, raja, and many other branches of the divine science that is Yoga with a capital Y; meditation, kirtan (sacred music), sacred workshops, guidance from spiritual leaders, art, music, dance, hiking, camping, swimming, healing, excellent children’s programming, sacred ceremony, merchants, vendors, festivities, sustainability, mindfulness practices, spiritual discussions, and much, much more. It is a deeply inclusive, deeply devotional, deeply authentic celebration of spiritual truth, and all open-hearted souls of all ages and abilities are most welcome to attend!

Stay up-to-date with YogaFest through this page, as we announce over the coming weeks and months our plans for YogaFest 2021. Meanwhile, we invite you to peruse yogafestmi.com, where you will not only find more information about the festival and our upcoming intentions, but also learn more about the special year-round retreat center where YogaFest is held, and where you will find a collection of program videos from YogaFest 2020 - our tenth anniversary celebration! - which was moved online due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

YogaFest at Song of the Morning: Spirit and Nature Dancing Together.