Royal Way retreats are truly a one of a kind experience. Really deep and meaningful, lots of…read morelaughter and joy, all while being extremely practical for my day-to-day city life. If you're looking for spiritual enlightenment, this is definitely the place to find it.

Awesome place. Was told about royal way ranch by a friend - was not disappointed. Very relaxing and…read morebeautiful place.

Great accommodations, food and teachers (not in that order). Highly recommended. On site hiking…read moretrails, resources and stunning vistas. Have been to five and all very good experiences.

I came for five days of the retreat in March 2024 and I absolutely loved it. The food was so good I…read morewanted to extend my stay. The bed was so soft and comfortable, I saw colorful dreams. The camp way great. Lots of snow to play in and time to sit by the fire. Buildings are warm. You have everything you need and food and drinks are available 24/7 cannot wait for my next trip

Love going to when ever I am out there. So peaceful and relaxing. Such a beautiful templeread more

Really cool place in the middle of nowhere and very nice atmosphere…read more Donation are expected if you light incense. Vegetarian temple food available.

Super cute place. Don't judge the outside. Come in and feel at peace. Lovely blends of fragrant…read moreessential oils , incense , and more. Crystals galore. I will definitely be back :)

It even open. Sends you to back entrance. Really annoyed wasted my time and gas. No hours posted…read more Seriously folks if meditation is what you're looking for . Go to the park. Want a nice crystal take a hike or look through the thrift stores.

This yoga studio is truly a gem in Big Bear. From the moment you walk in, the space feels calm,…read morewelcoming, and grounded -- exactly what you want when you're here to reset both your body and mind. The instructors are knowledgeable, attentive, and great at meeting you wherever you are in your practice, whether you're brand new or have been doing yoga for years. The classes strike the perfect balance between strength, flexibility, and mindfulness, and the mountain setting adds an extra layer of peace you don't get anywhere else. I always leave feeling more centered, energized, and grateful I showed up. If you're a local or just visiting Big Bear, this studio is absolutely worth making time for. It's become a highlight of my routine up here.

Mountain Yoga Center has become the gold standard and center of my weekly routine. This studio is…read moretruly special and offers varying levels of classes. The instructors are each wonderful and unique, bringing a variety of yogi backgrounds making each class a bit different for us students and ultimately an exciting and fun challenge. I personally love mixing up my week alternating Vinyasa 1-2 with Gentle Flow or Restorative. Candlelight Flow is another favorite! Pilates and Beginner Yoga are also offered each week, and amazing Soundbath classes. Another brilliant 'plus' about MYC is the option to take classes virtually (Zoom). Almost every class in-studio is also offered online! Super convenient on work & travel days. Whether you reside in Big Bear or are just visiting town, I think you will love your visit to this charming studio!

My place of zen. What a wonderful group of people brought together by a wonderful couple who…read moregenuinely care for the community. I am so glad I found this place.

Took their Monday yoga class for the first time last night. It was a very relaxed environment, the…read moreuse of props was great, the flow was very gentle and calming. Exactly what was needed for a Monday night. The room was warm but not uncomfortable and the scents used in the room and during the practice were refreshing. I am excited to go back and try a meditation class but I'm sure I'll be back for another Monday yoga class. What a great way to start off the week.

This is a Theravada monastery that primarily serves the Vietnamese community in Riverside County…read more I sat two ten-day silent meditation retreats there. [The last time I was there was four months ago - reposting an earlier google maps review is a tad overdue.] The emphasis is on insight practice (AKA mindfulness, or vipassana "clear seeing"). At this particular retreat the head teacher, the Ven. Khippapanno, offered instruction in anapanasati breathing (as a concentration practice) then moved on to the body sweeping technique taught by Sayadagyi U Ba Khin, and popularized by SN Goenka. We ended the retreat with some Metta practice. If you're used to western meditation centers, sitting a retreat here will be an interesting change of pace. While retreatants will spend 90% of their time in the meditation hall (there are three of them here), their (shared) dorm rooms or the dining hall; the grounds feature a large shrines, a stupha, quite a few interesting statues, and what looks like a large library/guest lounge. Some of buildings are quite impressive, and the shrine is beautiful. When you practice walking meditation, it feels as though you're walking through a small Buddhist city. Please note: Most of the instruction is given in Vietnamese. While the monks and nuns in residence do their best to provide translations of the instructions and talks in a timely manner; it's helpful to have some prior retreat experience, before going on retreat here. I imagine the experience is akin to that of the Europeans and Americans who travel to study at convents, monasteries and meditation centers abroad in the fifties, sixties and seventies, when those places didn't necessarily go out of their way to cater to the needs or whims of Western students. You were expected to make the effort to keep up with them, not the other way around. That said, the people are very, very nice (as one would expect in a monastic environment), the practice traditional and quite rigorous, the food is good and simple and the accommodations spartan but comfortable enough. If I had to compare, going on retreat here isn't as fancy or comfortable as sitting retreats at the Spirit Rock or Big Bear Retreat Centers (which are very nice, but pricey). In some ways, it's akin to the retreats sponsored by Against the Stream, which are held at summer camps that had been re-purposed in the off-season. I'm very glad to have sat retreat here.

This was my 2nd time attending the vipassana meditation retreat. I feel very blessed to have the…read moreopportunity to learn from the best meditation master. He's 95 years old this year and still very sharp. The compassion that he has for all beings really shows during the retreat. He worked really hard day in and day out answering all of our questions. Helping us with the meditation. All of the monks and nuns here are also very helpful. They're very kind with so much wisdom. I recommend this temple for anyone who want to learn meditation and Theravada Buddhism. Beautiful temple, very clean and peaceful here. I cannot wait to attend the next meditation class if they ever have another one this year.

My favorite part of yoga is the meditation portion after the workout, so I decided to try a full…read moremeditation class. Inner Transformations is such an appropriate name--the owner is patient, insightful, and emits a sense of calmness, and coupled with the atmosphere and guided meditation, you leave feeling better--transformed, and looking forward to the next session. Im pretty sure there's special pricing if you purchase a series, and there's many different class offerings, including hypnotherapy. It feels nice to do something for your well-being: this place is a must-try.

From the owner: I offer group and individual guided meditation and hypnotherapy sessions. Participants can enter…read moredeep states of relaxation and inner awareness for healing, transformation and self-actualization.

I have been wanting to visit this temple. I finally did!! Very peaceful and the monks are so…read morefriendly. Will definitely visit again in the future. Highly recommended.

This precious little temple is such a local treasure. I wanted to just go and enjoy a quiet…read morepeaceful place to meditate and this definitely was the perfect place. It is peacefully nestled in the darling little North Shore town of Fawnskin sitting quietly and listening to the breeze move through the Pines was exactly what I needed to rejuvenate my soul, there is such an amazing vibe. If you are looking for peace and tranquility look no further.