Touching the Heart of Stillness

Note - space is limited to 24 and last year filled quickly.

Combining Body Electric's tradition of honoring erotic wisdom with ancient meditation and silence teachings, this retreat's goal is to begin and/or deepen a meditation practice, and within this context, to explore subtle and rich aspects of erotic pleasure and touch. It's time to slow down and get to know the body, mind, and heart in fresh ways. Included are extended periods of Buddhism's “noble silence” -- time to delve into your inner life, tasting the benefits and mystery of shared silence.

In a safe and nurturing setting different forms of erotic massage and touch are included. Mornings and evenings have instruction in various forms of meditation and stillness practices, as well as yoga. Afternoon sessions focus on erotic massage and intentional touch.

Participants should be familiar with, or interested in developing, a meditative practice. No experience needed. Beginners and experienced meditators will find this a rare opportunity to explore stillness, contemplation, and touch in a brotherhood of open-hearted, loving men.

The workshop begins with dinner on Monday evening and ends with lunch on Sunday.

At the Bodhi Manda Zen Center, which features an amazing design-award winning meditation hall perfect for this work.

Prerequisite: None, although if you have not done any Body Electric work please contact Michael Cohen at

Tuition: Before or on June 7 - $1395 for dorm. After June 7 - $1495 for dorm. There are limited private rooms with bath available for $175 additional.

Register with $300 deposit through 510-653-1594. Full tuition is due three weeks before start of workshop.

Location • 2010 Dates • Coordinator

Bodhi Manda Zen Center • Gabriel Clark • 510-653-1594 • • July 12-18

(REGISTER ONLINE)