Anyone thinking about trying a Shambhala Retreat should do one, in my opinion, as you will certainly benefit from this exceptional experience overshadowed by H.H. Buddha Maitreya. Buddha Maitreya's blessings and felt presence lights the way. For an enjoyable, deeply opening process towards personal integration and revelation. Also, the nuns and lamas kind, personal attention and intuitive care give just the right touch to this serene, heartfelt service. Although I've attended a few group function dharshans, this retreat experience differs as there are no distractions - its just you and Buddha! What a precious treat. Rhythmic daily series of Pyramid Soul Therapies and multiple Etheric Weaver treatments coupled with viewings of recorded Dharshan DVD teachings really go my higher head and heart centers going. I've never experienced quite this level of grounded intensity and clarity. My "at home" meditations have been great, but the private retreat process took me to a different level of understanding. On the lighter side, a tasty balanced organic diet with well-timed snacks was served and kept my brain well fueled during my soul infused process. Overall, this light-filled beautiful retreat has been a very grounding and healing experience that I am still processing weeks later, your personal transformation will brighten more and definitely accelerate once you engage this wake up process. I think the best recommendation I could offer is to let you know that I'm doing a follow up retreat during the coming Christmass Litanies at years end. Thank you Buddha for your sacred, ever renewing grace of boundless blessings and Light, good is always possible with you here.  Peace & goodwill