Kamila is a very powerful healer. What I love about her offerings are that they are supportive to…read morethe physical body, but the emotional, energetic, spiritual and mental body's as well. Its a real gift to have your body feeling better as well as getting to process your emotions while you're at it. Her approach is my favorite and I have tried many healing modalities over the years. I highly recommend Kamila's intuitive, attuned support! My neck was really hurting when I saw her and after the session I felt better and also released the emotional change I was holding in my neck. I was also able to access some old memories that were important to me in my healing process

Dynamic, powerful, connected. My session with Kamila felt like a dance and at times dipped into…read moreshamanic realms, bringing forth some of the buried layers of my heart. I felt fully held, deeply seen, and delightfully enlivened. Kamila offers something unique and special that I have never experienced anywhere else.

Yoga Samadhi is more than just a yoga studio -- it's a sanctuary. I first discovered this gem as a…read morestudent and instantly fell in love with the breathtaking beauty, light, and energy of the space. The vaulted ceilings and the expansive bamboo floors create an open, grounding atmosphere, while the warm natural light pouring through the oversized windows frames incredible views of the gorge. It feels like the studio itself is alive, breathing with the rhythm of the practice. From the very beginning, I felt so welcomed and nurtured by the amazing instructors. Each teacher brings their own unique gifts and style to the studio, and the owner not only encourages this diversity -- she celebrates it. This openness and acceptance are what make Yoga Samadhi truly special. The warmth and care I felt from day one weren't just my experience; I've since realized that everyone who walks through the studio's doors -- whether a first-timer or an experienced yogi -- is welcomed in the same way. Nestled on the quaint Main Street of White Salmon, Yoga Samadhi has a magical way of making you feel seen and accepted exactly as you are -- young or old, big or small, pink, green, or rainbow. It's a place where everyBODY belongs. Since that first day, I've practiced for countless hours, attended every teacher's class, and even completed Yoga Samadhi's teacher training program. Now, I'm honored to teach in the very place that became my home. The door is always open -- come as you are, from wherever you are today. Step inside, soak up the beautiful energy, and just breathe.

We moved to White Salmon a couple of years ago and found this wonderful Yoga studio. Love it. Great…read morevibes good instruction and very reasonable prices. You will love it too.

It took me 8 years to participate in a Vipassana retreat and found it deeply meaningful and…read moreinsightful. The whole program is run on donations but are not accepted unless you complete at least one 10 day retreat. The schedule is pretty strict and spelled out to ensure there's no distractions in learning the meditation technique. The food here is nutritious, tasty and well prepared. This is a great opportunity to find self discovery and mindfulness.

Completed 10 day retreat. Amazing experience! Challenging but what I learned I'll practice daily…read more Hope to do a ten day once a year.

My wife and I stumbled on this remote retreat on Easter, while on a random drive through the…read morecountryside near Trout Lake. Curious, we stopped in to check things out, and we were both found ourselves smitten with this serene sanctuary tucked away in the hills a half hour north of White Salmon. The compound's primary function is that of a combined Buddhist temple and Druid sanctum, there's a lot more going on here, that isn't immediately apparent. It's also an event center, B&B, hostel, a farm (complete with a farm store - fresh organic eggs!), and a place of refuge, meditation and community support. The temple itself is built inside a colossal barn (but it sure doesn't feel like it) with a new temple being built onsite a little to the north. Inside, there are prayer mats set out in rows, the scent of incense, the shrine, a little kitchenette, and some talismans, books and other souvenirs available for purchase (by donation, on the honor system, since there was no one present in the temple when we visited). Just outside, at the base of the stairs, there's a covered pegboard where you can select a prayer tablet (select the Buddhist saint(?) that matches your desire), write your thoughts on the back, and hang it on the board (to be prayed over by the priests, perhaps)? A modest donation of $10 is asked (again, honor system) to use one of the tablets. Adjacent to the Buddhist temple itself , there is a fenced cloister/rock garden, ornamented with benches, shrines, statues, effigies, and populated with a small daycare (for the children of residents, I presume? Or perhaps for visiting B&B guests with children?) around a dozen small, private meditation "shacks" (for lack of a better word) where you can sequester yourself away in silent thought and prayer. These chambers are available to anyone, of any faith, religion, or lack thereof. Just outside the cloister is a massive bell with a swinging striker, whose peals can be heard across the entire 23 acre property. Sticks of incense and basins in which to place them can be found in several places throughout the campus. On the other side of the grounds, beyond the community building and B&B, you'll find the Druid Sanctuary, consisting of a large, almost mushroom-like building (containing a bench that curves around the inner wall, cushions, musical instruments and a fireplace), and several shrines to various Celtic deities in a half-circular orbit around this main building. At the end of the loop is a vast stone circle courtyard, with benches, stone tables, a central firepit and a tall wooden pole painted with Celtic symbols and imagery. I am sure that many a Celtic ritual, dance or gathering occurs here on a dark, moonlit night. And still further out, a serpentine, stone path labyrinth winds about, where meditative souls can wander, meandering their way towards the center, while focusing their thoughts inward and working through feelings of hope, fear and/or grief. There's still even more to see spread across the grounds of the Abbey: towering Buddha statues, the farm, the chicken run, and more. Due to the weather, we didn't have a chance to see everything. Oh, and fun fact: as is the Buddhist way of attempting to mitigate suffering in all its forms, there's a no-kill policy for the chickens here. They harvest and sell the eggs, but the chickens live out their natural lives here, and the abbey offers its services as a sort of "retirement home" for elderly chickens whose owners can't bear to put them down. That's pretty awesome, if you ask me. Throughout our visit, every door we encountered on-site was unlocked, as if welcoming all to explore and to share in whatever services the temple and its adherents are able to provide. And other than a few other visitors local to the area, we never encountered a monk, druid or anyone else directly affiliated with the temple, although we didn't poke around in the larger administrative/community building, other than to use the restroom. Yet we never felt unwelcome, out of place, or as if we were trespassing. As a place of refuge, I wouldn't be surprised if I discovered I could drive up and walk in at three in the morning, and find the doors still unlocked. I doubt anyone in desperate need or seeking aid would be turned away from this place, for any reason. Full disclosure: I'm not Buddhist. I'm...not even sure what I am anymore, honestly. My previous faith has been mortally wounded by bad faith actors, hypocrites, sycophants and grifters, who took something sacred and tarnished it by their greed, blind zealotry, and ignorance. But places like Trout Lake Abbey reinvigorate my desire to connect with the cosmic, the unknowable, and the divine...if there is such a thing. Who knows? But after this weekend's visit, I'm starting to think that the answer won't be found by looking outward - it'll be found by looking within.

I was invited to a Druid ceremony here for summer solstice and it couldn't have been more magical…read more I was in awe of the property and I will definitely be returning! Thank you to all involved with the creation and upkeep of such a special place.

This was one of the best therapeutic massage treatments ever. Claudia gets FIVE STARS!read more

Scheduling a massage is a shot in the dark. Somehow, we hit the bullseye on our weekend away…read more Claudia is one of those intuitive body workers who, not only listened to what I asked for, but also listened to my body, spending time and using tools to get into areas that needed some extra attention. She has a kind energy and I would highly recommend her skills.

Wonderful place, lovely people, sound of flowing water, deer meandering through…read more Great place to get away and learn more about meditation and Buddhism. We enjoyed it very much.

A great place to practice meditation. Very tranquil and peaceful. I love to enjoy the nature.read more

My first experience with DRZC was a meditation class 10 years ago. I was impressed and appreciative…read morethat while it was very clear that the instructors (including one of the monks) were very concerned that we all left with a good understanding of meditation and how to create an ongoing practice, there was seemingly no attempt to convert anyone or even convince us to come back. This is a warm, caring, compassionate community offering meditation, classes, retreats, and social events such as movie nights.

A beautiful, legit, full service Buddhist temple. Interviews, chanting, fully ordained teachers and…read morepriests, temple garden, if you are serious about buddhism and want to see American Buddhism at its best come here. It's a bit off the beaten path but totally worth it.

I came here for a meditation lesson on a Tuesday morning. I have practiced meditation before but…read morewas not familiar with dhammakaya meditation. First I had an introductory session where the practice was explained to me in some detail by a lifelong practitioner and we did some light stretching. Then monk Victor came to lead the session. He also provided some guidance and led a very pleasant very refreshing meditation. Afterwards we talked for a while and shared some additional advice. It was a wonderful way to begin my day.

Lisa and Monk Victor are incredible and I have found a wonderful safe space within their walls at…read morethe Oregon Meditation Center. I have been going weekly for the past 2 months and I look forward to it every week to decompress and refresh after the stresses of day to day grind of work and life.

I was lucky enough to practice for over a year with two of the lovely yoga teachers at The…read moreBreathing Room, so I will relate my experiences with them. Heather is a cheerful and patient teacher, perfectly able to make comfortable even those very new to the practice of yoga. One of her loveliest classes consists of mindful breathing and relaxation; letting the body loosen up and let go of all the tension that we hold without knowing. I practiced with Julie as I became more familiar with the basic poses. Her style is gentle, encouraging, and promoting of mindfulness - of listening to your body and not pushing yourself to injury. I am particularly grateful to Julie because after I suffered a knee injury that greatly limited my ability to practice yoga, she helped me design a series of poses with extensive modifications so that I could strengthen my body without exacerbating my pain. Also, I confess that I admired Julie's selection of music for her class so much, that I asked her to share her playlist with me for my home practice (which she generously did). I recommend Heather and Julie's classes wholeheartedly, no matter the level of fitness or previous experience with yoga. The best way to keep up to date with their schedule is via their facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/breathinginvancouver).

What a comfortable, clean, and welcoming studios. I did the Yoga1-2 class at 8am on Saturday. The…read moreinstructor was very welcoming, showed me around and the room was all set up with props and such. The practice itself was opening, and stretching with many variations and options to go deeper or ease up. I really appreciate the cues for internal awareness and body awareness.