2024 Program Leaders

Sam Heller

Sam Heller is a holistic wellness coach, meditation and breathwork teacher, with over 1,000 hours of meditation experience. He has extensively studied and applied the practices and philosophies of Vajrayana Buddhism and has also been a student of North and South American indigenous shamanic traditions.

Sam is one of the world’s most experienced dark retreat practitioners, having completed a total of 9 completely light-free meditation retreats, lasting 6, 9, 11, 12, 16, 9, 12, 9 and 12 days respectively.

He teaches his students how to use meditation as a means by which to transcend psychoemotional blockages, fuel creativity and insight, and move into a state of heightened embodiment and awareness. He leads weekly breath work, meditation and kirtan events in the Seattle area. In his free time, you can find him playing guitar and piano, slack lining, juggling, writing and going for walks in nature.

Events with Sam Heller

Meditation Program
May 9 - 12, 2024

Meditation Weekend Prepare your mind for summer with the meditation program. We will be working with a variety of practices designed to increase embodiment, support psychological healing, and enhance creativity. In addition to meditation, the program will feature several optional activities such as a group hike, connection games, and a painting session. Program Fees: Program fees are all-inclusive and cover accommodation, food, and program specifics for the entire program. Participants may choose their accommodation type preference (Plumbing, Non-Plumbing, RV/Tent)  and may select to work on daily staff (3 hours commitment per day) for a substantial discount. See Accommodation Types here:…