Samadhi Retreats & Meditation Reviews 45

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was my third retreat with Samadhi - I keep coming back as they’re so great! It’s like stepping off life’s treadmill for a few days. David and Manu are lovely, warm and friendly people, who have s... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just got back from a 2 night retreat in the Yorkshire Dales and I can 100% recommend Samadhi Retreats. It has been a very relaxing and calming experience and I have gained so much from the workshops... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was my first retreat & I am really pleased with my choice. David’s teachings have been most helpful, I am more confident with my practice & am now able to deepen it & progress further. The locat... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've just returned from the 3 Day “Relax and De-Stress” Meditation Retreat in North Yorkshire. I loved the content - the meditation and the yoga sessions were exactly what I wanted and I have returned... See more

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  1. Meditation Center
  2. Buddhist Temple
  3. Life Coach
  4. Meditation Instructor
  5. Yoga Retreat Center
  6. Yoga Studio

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Samadhi offers training in Shamatha (Tranquillity) and Vipashyana (Insight) meditation, yoga, and a program of core Buddhist teachings. These practices help you to relax and cultivate mental and emotional balance. We run in-person retreats introducing people to methods and practises which make them happier, more peaceful and positive people – meditation, yoga & Buddhism. Meditation is a method for calming the mind and developing a positive approach to life. Through meditation, we can learn to deeply relax, gain control of our feelings and emotions, find inner strength, and let go of negative states of mind such as stress and anxiety.


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4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Blissful experience on Samadhi retreat

This was my third retreat with Samadhi - I keep coming back as they’re so great! It’s like stepping off life’s treadmill for a few days. David and Manu are lovely, warm and friendly people, who have such enthusiasm and passion about what they do. The teaching and meditation practice during the retreat are so good for my wellbeing that I am trying to carry on with at home (with help from David’s brilliant book, the podcasts etc.). I’m so glad you’ve both chosen this life, as it’s been such a fantastic thing for me to have in mine! The venues are pretty spectacular too! Thank you 🙏😊

15 May 2025
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Thank you, Ann, for sharing such heartfelt feedback! We're overjoyed that the retreat was so meaningful for you. May your practice continue to grow and flourish
David & Manu 🙏

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A relaxing and enlightened experience.

This is my second time that i joined the Samadhi group and fully enjoyed myself on both occasions. If you are looking for a short break with a spiritual meaning then this a must. David and Manu are fantastic host providing a spiritual experience along side yoga. The food was fabulous and so was the stunning locations.

15 May 2023
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Dear Helena, we are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time with us again, and we're so glad to be seeing you again soon. It's wonderful to have you as part of our community. We hope your practice continues to grow and flourish,
With best wishes,
David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I went on a 3 day retreat in Yorkshire…

I went on a 3 day retreat in Yorkshire and had a marvelous enriching experience. David & Manu are just brilliant at what they do...meditation and yoga. They are so friendly, helpful,knowledgable and have made this retreat a great weekend. I and the others all agree we have learnt so much and come away with more love and compassion for everyone.

27 November 2022
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Dear Carolyn,
Thank you for your kind review. I'm so glad you enjoyed the retreat and left full of love and compassion! I hope your practice continues to grow,
Wishing you well in all ways,
David & Manu

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So welcoming and kind

So welcoming and kind - a great relaxing weekend learning breathing techniques and meditation with David and lovely yoga lead by Manu. My first ever retreat and loved it all !

25 November 2022
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Dear Jane,
Thank you for your kind review, it's great to hear that you enjoyed our retreat weekend. I hope we'll see you again in person or online.
Wishing you well in all ways,
David & Manu

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful house and grounds.

Beautiful house and grounds.
Thank you David and manu, for being such kind and gentle hosts and very welcoming and creating a beautiful and safe space for everyone.

I have come back with renewed energy and focus.
Had a lovely experience and everyone so friendly

14 November 2022
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Thank you so much for your kind review. I'm so glad you enjoyed the retreat, and that you found renewed energy and focus. I hope this continues for much longer and your practice grows, and that we'll see you in future. :) Wishing you well in all ways,
David & Manu

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I cannot recommend Samadhi enough

I cannot recommend Samadhi enough! I’ve recently been on a 3 day retreat and it has been simply transformational. Absolutely nothing I would change. Thank you to our inspiring retreat leaders

1 October 2022
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Dear Caroline,
Thank you for your kind review. I'm so glad you enjoyed our retreat, I hope your practice continues to grow and flourish,
Wishing you well in all ways,
David & Manu

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Such a lovely retreat experience.

A truly delightful, friendly & informative retreat experience, so much so that this is my second retreat with Samadhi.
David & Manu are so lovely & kind, they made me feel completely at ease.
David is very gifted in guiding both the workshop and through each meditation. Manu’s yoga sessions were excellent & catered for all levels.
The whole event was wonderful and for me it was like a refresher course, not only solidifying the practices I learned before, but I also came away feeling empowered with lots of further practical tools and techniques.
I look forward to continuing my journey and highly recommend a retreat with Samadhi for anyone who is looking at improving their mental wellbeing.
Thank you both, Patrice x

17 November 2022
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Dear Patrice,
It was so lovely to have you there at Charney Manor again. Thank you for your kind review, I'm so glad you got so much out of the retreat. I hope your practice continues to grow and flourish, and that we'll see you again online or in person.
Wishing you well in all ways,
David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing

Absolutely amazing David and Manu were so welcoming. I went with no expectations and learnt so much. I would recommend anyone to go. Everyone who attended were amazing and so lovely to connect. Being able to be yourself and to feel included was extremely special. Thank you everyone

11 November 2022
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Dear Sarah, thank you for your lovely review. It was so lovely to meet you, I hope your practice continues to grow and flourish, and I look forward to seeing you next year!
Wishing you well,
David & Manu

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An insightful and peaceful retreat.

I attended a retreat last week and left feeling recharged and peaceful. It was an insightful and calming experience. David & Manu were kind and helpful and ensured all of us enjoyed the retreat. I'd definitely recommend joining one of their retreats, you won't be disappointed!

28 October 2022
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Dear Justine,
Thank you for your kind review, I'm so glad you found the retreat insightful and that you felt relaxed and recharged! I hope we'll see you again in future,
Wishing you well in all ways,
David & Manu

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mediation and Yoga 3 day retreat .... amazing!

This was a wonderful experience from start to finish. I cannot recommend attending a retreat more highly. David and Manu are great hosts and the retreat is conducted in a relaxed yet organised manner. The combination of yoga, mediation and learnings was just perfect for what I was looking for. I met some lovely friendly people and will definitely be attending another retreat in the future and making use of the great online facilities. If you have never attended a retreat on your own before and are a little apprehensive, don't be. This is a great, supportive retreat and you will wonder why you haven't attended one before! Angela

28 October 2022
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Dear Angela,
What a lovely review to read. Thank you so much. I’m so glad you enjoyed our retreat. I hope we continue to see you online and/or in person.
Wishing you well,
David & Manu

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What an amazing life changing retreat

What an amazing life changing retreat. I loved every minute. David and manu are so welcoming and give off such a kind and calm energy. The peace I felt during my retreat and the meditations have really changed my whole out look on my life and have given me a direction to work in that I hadn't had before

10 October 2022
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Hi Alex,
Thank you for such a kind review. I'm so glad you enjoyed our retreat, and that its having an effect in daily life.
I hope your practice continues to grow.
Wishing you well,
David & Manu

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Samadhi retreat Yorkshire

I wasn't sure what to expect before the retreat and was slightly apprehensive. I knew it was something I wanted to do but I needn't have worried.
The weekend was amazing. Very laid back and our hosts David and Manu were lovely. The meditations were wonderful and by the end of the weekend I practically floated home. The yoga was a great way to start and finish the day. The food and accommodation were excellent. I have carried on with my meditation practice and it has been so beneficial for my wellbeing. If this is something you are thinking about doing just book it, you won't regret it

30 September 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

August 2022 retreat

Enrolled for the 5th August retreat this year - so pleased I did. The yoga was brilliant especially outside on the grass in the morning Sun. The mediatation was so good that I slept the best I had done for ages. The food was excellent - I have not had full vegan food before but it was delicious and so tasty. The catering manager was brilliant - so pleasant and plenty of food. The grounds and atmosphere were so beautiful. Finally I will always remember all the beautiful people on the retreat that were so kind. Have booked for next year!!

5 August 2022
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Dear Celia,
Thank you for leaving such a kind review. It was lovely to meet you, and I'm glad we're continuing to see you online and next year on retreat :)
Wishing you well,
David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Oxfordshire - August 2022

Attended the retreat in Oxfordshire in August 2022 and absolutely loved it! I hadn't done yoga or meditation previously but that didn't matter in the slightest because it was a beginner's retreat and it was very easy going. David and Manu were so kind and caring, and the attendees were very supportive of each other. It was such a wonderful experience that I have booked again for next year.

5 August 2022
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Thank you so much for your kind review, I'm so glad you enjoyed the retreat. I look forward to seeing you again next year!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sensational Samadhi

I was looking for a perfect retreat for my sisters and I. We found it. Beautifully paced and incredibly tranquil. The group members were so warm and friendly - there was so much positive energy in each session! I learnt a great deal about de-stressing and David has a great way of breaking things down into understandable, real life scenarios. I laughed, I cried and didn't expect to feel quite so moved. I miss everyone but I feel good about myself, and going forward I’m taking the Samadhi teachings with me. Highly recommended.

11 August 2022
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Dear Jan,
Thank you so much for this lovely review. It was so lovely getting to know you, Diane and Jo over the weekend. Thank you so much for sharing openly. I hope we'll see you again in the future.
Wishing you well,
David & Manu

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A welcome break away

I appreciated the time and space provided at the retreat in Snowdonia to learn and practice meditation in a welcoming and supportive environment. The location was stunning, with comfortable accommodation and a well-structured itinerary that enabled a rich and rewarding experience. Thank you to David and Manu for providing a wonderful retreat through your support and guidance.

25 July 2022
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Dear Caroline,
Thank you so much for your kind review. I'm glad you had a wonderful retreat. I hope we'll continue to see you in future,
Best wishes,
David & Manu

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My first retreat experience.

This was my first retreat & I am really pleased with my choice. David’s teachings have been most helpful, I am more confident with my practice & am now able to deepen it & progress further. The location was beautiful & the food tasty. The format of the course was well thought out & the regular breaks most refreshing.

19 July 2022
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Dear Oona,
Thank you so much for leaving this kind review. I'm so glad you enjoyed the retreat. I hope to see you again in the future
Best wishes,
David & Manu

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I attended the Silent Retreat in Snowdonia

I attended the Silent Retreat in Snowdonia. It was a fantastic experience. The teaching and guidance was brilliant. The accommodation was clean and comfortable and the food was excellent too. I can definitely say that my Practice has deepened through attending this Retreat I thoroughly recommend it. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. Thank you David and Manu for making this such an enriching experience. I look forward to attending the next one!

16 July 2022
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Reply from Samadhi Retreats & Meditation

Dear Anna,
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review. We're so glad you enjoyed our retreat, it was a delight to meet you and share the space with you. Look forward to seeing you again in future!
Best wishes,
David & Manu

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent day retreat experience

Excellent day retreat experience for meditation and gentle yoga. I attended in Lampeter in a wonderful peaceful location. Like minded people attended which only added to the experience And new friendships formed. David and Manu are wonderful teachers, very experienced, open and approachable. Would definitely attend another retreat.

16 May 2022
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Dear Sarah,
Thank you so much for leaving a review. I'm so glad you enjoyed the day, it was a delight to meet you and I hope we'll see you in future.
David & Manu

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