Name: Half-Day Hybrid Retreat: Spring Renewal: Opening to New Possibilities
Start: 2025-04-06T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-04-06T12:00:00-05:00
Location: 301 S Blount St

Half-Day Hybrid Retreat: Spring Renewal: Opening to New Possibilities

This half-day retreat is an invitation to reconnect with yourself and embrace the fresh momentum of the season (MAD-H-O-250406)
About this Event

In the busyness of life, finding moments of renewal can feel out of reach. Spring is a season of gentle renewal—a time when the earth awakens, energy stirs, and new possibilities emerge. This half-day retreat is an invitation to reconnect with yourself and embrace the fresh momentum of the season. Through guided meditations, mindful walking, and reflections, you’ll explore simple yet nourishing practices to bring renewal into your daily life. Like the soft unfolding of spring blossoms, this retreat offers a space to open with curiosity, inspiration, and a sense of ease as you step into what’s next.

Please join us for this half-day retreat on Saturday, April 6, 2025, from 9 am to noon, led by Kasumi Kato.

Retreat Schedule:

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Welcome and Opening Teachings
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM: Guided Meditation – Renewal and Recognizing Innate Wellbeing
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM: Tea and Reflection Break
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM: Walking Meditation – Seasonal Connection
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM: Meditation – Embracing Renewal
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM: Contemplation and Sharing – Practical Application

Meet Kasumi Kato

Kasumi Kato is an experienced educator and meditation practitioner. She holds two master’s degrees from the University of Wisconsin, where she taught the Japanese language for nearly two decades.
Kasumi’s interest in meditation began in her childhood in Japan, where she learned to meditate from a young age. In 2011, she encountered Mingyur Rinpoche’s teachings and has been practicing under his guidance ever since. She has completed over a year in solitary meditation retreat, in addition to many group retreats in the Tergar community. Kasumi has also studied with some of the most respected teachers in the Tibetan tradition, including Tsoknyi Rinpoche, Jetsun Khandro Rinpoche, and Thrangu Rinpoche.Kasumi currently works full-time for Tergar International as a curriculum specialist, developing Tergar meditation and training programs. She also leads Joy of Living workshops and Path of Liberation retreats around the world and oversees the activities of Tergar Japan.Outside of her professional work, Kasumi lives with her husband, Cortland, in Madison, Wisconsin. In her free time, Kasumi enjoys personal retreats, traveling, and hiking in nature.

Our contribution model allows you to support us in a way that feels right for you. Please review the price categories below and choose the option that best reflects your financial circumstances. We believe that meditation practice should be open to everyone, no matter your financial situation. If costs are a consideration, please reach out to us at [email protected].

Online Only via Zoom – $10: This option provides access to the retreat via Zoom. Your contribution helps support the costs of hosting the online event while keeping it accessible to all.

General Admission – $25: This standard ticket supports the retreat’s core expenses, including space costs and facilitator fees, ensuring we can continue offering these gatherings.

Reduced Fee – In Person – $10: This option is for those who need financial flexibility to attend in person. It helps cover basic event costs while ensuring everyone has the opportunity to participate.

Sponsor Fee – In Person – $40: If you’re in a position to contribute more, this ticket helps cover the cost of another participant who may not otherwise be able to attend. Your generosity strengthens our community and keeps these events sustainable.