Retreat Centers

These Retreat Centers are located in and around the Greater Kansas City Area.  Some are quiet places in nature with contemplative areas, others are suitable for overnight or longer stays.  Be sure to call or email to confirm times & costs, if any.

Breathing to Equanimity

Pranayama …

                        The Harmonious Breath

     Meditation …

                                Finding Peace

For information about Pranayama and Meditation Classes, contact:

Patricia Gray      816-926-1045     pgkc256@gmail.com  patricialgray.com

Sami Aaron         913-915-1971     samiaaron@beingontosomething.org

Parks with lots of benches, trails and quiet areas – perfect for a ½ day retreat:

 

Powell Gardens (20 mi east of Lee’s Summit on Hwy 50)

1609 N.W. U.S. Highway 50
Kingsville, MO 64061
(816) 697-2600

http://www.powellgardens.org

 

Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens (179^th & Antioch in south Overland Park)

8909 W 179th Street

Bucyrus, KS 66013

913-685-3604

http://www.opkansas.org/Things-to-See-And-Do/Overland-Park-Arboretum-And-Botanical-Gardens

 

Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve (2-hour drive from KC.  There are lots of B&B’s in the vicinity if you want to stay overnight.)  2 Miles north of Strong City, KS on K-177  620-273-8494  http://www.nps.gov/tapr/index.htm