Retreat Description
True Awakening Without Escape is a three-day furnace in which every strategy to avoid the truth is quietly exposed in the light of clear seeing, uncompromising presence, and living transmission.
Here the invitation is direct: you either awaken or see precisely why you still refuse.
Over the course of the retreat, Av Neryah will meet you where you truly stand, whether it is in your raw longing, hidden fears, and the reflexes that tighten around identity, or in the quiet, unmistakable pull toward something vaster than the mind.
Those familiar with Av Neryah already know: he doesn’t abide by narrow nondual spirituality, follows no doctrine, and recites no borrowed language. You are called here to recognize and embody what you are, without escape routes.
This retreat is offered in the Satsang format, a Gathering in Truth that blends guided transmissions, incisive discourses, spontaneous pointers, and heart-to-heart truth dialogues, all directed toward awakening and embodying Truth.
Wherever you are in the world, this is an accessible way to step directly into this field from your own home.
If you are ready to meet yourself without escape, without spiritual cosmetics, and without compromise, this online retreat is for you.
Registration
To join this weekend retreat, please click the “Book Ticket” button above and follow the steps shown to complete your registration.
Alternatively, you can also register by clicking here.
Participation is offered on a sliding scale, so that people in different financial circumstances can still take part:
€70 – Supported
For those who sincerely wish to attend but, at this time, do not have the financial means to contribute at the standard level.
€140 – Standard
For those whose financial situation is generally stable and for whom this level feels balanced and appropriate.
€280 – Benefactor
For those with sufficient financial resources who wish to both support their own participation and help sustain this work. Benefactor contributions directly assist in making Supported places available and support the ongoing offering and development of these teachings.
Each ticket includes access to all live sessions during this retreat, and your registration is for your personal use only. If someone else would like to join, they’re warmly invited to register for their own place.
After each session, a streamable recording will be made available, and will remain accessible for 2 weeks. At registration you can also pre-order the retreat recordings as an add-on, giving you access to download or stream all sessions for 24 months.
We trust participants to choose the ticket that reflects their real situation.
| Session | US West Coast | US East Coast | UK / GMT | CET |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, 6 March | ||||
| Intro Talk & Guided Meditative Transmission | 11:00 am – Noon | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm | 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
| Saturday, 7 & Sunday, 8 March | ||||
| Satsang with Av Neryah | 6:00 – 8:00 am | 9:00 – 11:00 am | 2:00 – 4:00 pm | 3:00 – 5:00 pm |
| Satsang with Av Neryah | Noon – 2:00 pm | 3:00 – 5:00 pm | 8:00 – 10:00 pm | 9:00 – 11:00 pm |
To calculate the time where you live, use this time zone converter: Time Zone Converter
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before the start of the retreat (UK/Lisbon time), you will receive a 90% refund. The remaining 10% helps cover administrative and payment processing costs.
No refunds are available for cancellations made within 48 hours of the start of the retreat or after it has begun.
If you experience technical difficulties during the retreat, please contact us here and we’ll do our best to help.
Scholarships
A limited number of supported tickets are available for those who feel called to attend but do not currently have the financial means to do so. If this is your situation, you can request a Supported ticket by clicking here.
If a supported place is granted, you will receive a personalized code to use when registering for the online retreat.
We aim to ensure that Av Neryah’s online events remain accessible independent of financial circumstances. If you would like to help make this possible for others, you may contribute to the support fund here.
Who is this retreat for?
This retreat is for anyone who feels drawn to truth, presence and the direct exploration of their nature and nonduality. You’re welcome whether you’re quite new to this work or have been walking this path for many years. The only real requirement is a sincere yearning.
Do I need prior experience with this kind of work?
No particular level of experience is required. There will be guidance offered throughout, and you are free to engage at your own pace. If you’re completely new, you may find it helpful to bring a gentle, curious attitude and to ask questions when something is unclear.
Do I need to attend every session live?
You’re warmly encouraged to attend live as much as you can. At the same time, life circumstances vary. If you need to miss a session, you can follow along with the recordings and rejoin live whenever you’re able.
Can I buy a ticket for someone else?
Can I buy a ticket for someone else (friend, family member, etc.)?
Yes. You can purchase multiple tickets in one order for different attendees. During checkout you’ll be asked to enter the name and email address of each attendee, so we know who will be joining. They’ll receive the retreat information and joining details at the email address you provide, or you can forward the confirmation to them if you prefer.
If you’re booking for more than one person, please make sure the attendee names match the names they’ll use in Zoom, so we can recognize them in the waiting room.
How do I purchase a Supported ticket?
To request a Supported ticket, please go to the Scholarships tab on the event page and follow the link you’ll find there. You’ll be asked to fill out a short form.
If your request is accepted, you’ll receive a voucher code. You can then return to the event page, select the Standard ticket, and apply your voucher code at checkout. The discount will automatically reduce the price to the Supported ticket amount.
Will the sessions be recorded?
This retreat will be recorded (audio and video) so that participants can revisit the teachings and so that excerpts may be edited and shared later for the dissemination of these teachings. All recorded material is shared with care, discretion and respect. If you prefer not to appear in recordings, you are welcome to keep your camera off.
Do I have to have my camera on?
You’re warmly invited to have your camera on. This way, Av Neryah can see you and feel your presence better, and this improves the quality of the retreat for yourself. Seeing one another can also help create a sense of shared presence. At the same time, you may choose at any point to have your camera off if that feels more comfortable.
What if I live in a different time zone?
The schedule is given in 4 time zones. Many participants join from different parts of the world, so some sessions will fall at less-than-ideal hours for certain regions. You’re invited to attend live whenever it feels manageable, and to use the recordings for the remaining sessions. The retreat is held in such a way that you can still receive the essence of the teachings even if you can’t be present for everything in real time.
What do I need technically to join?
You’ll need a stable internet connection, a device (computer, tablet or phone), and access to the video platform (Zoom). It’s also supportive to have a quiet, undisturbed space where you can sit or lie down comfortably during the sessions.
Instructions will be sent via email.
How should I prepare for the retreat?
It can be helpful to create as much quiet space around these days as possible. You might let those you live with know that you’ll be on retreat, simplify your schedule, and, if you can, prepare meals or practical tasks in advance. You may also wish to have a notebook nearby for any reflections, insights or questions that arise.
Mental health information
Is this retreat suitable for people with a history of mental health difficulties?
This retreat invites deep contemplation and inner exploration. That can sometimes bring strong feelings, old patterns or vulnerable places to the surface. The space is held with care, and the intention is to offer a gentle, supportive environment, but this is not therapy.
If you have a history of significant mental health difficulty, or are currently receiving psychological or psychiatric treatment, it is important to check with your doctor or mental health professional before joining.
During the retreat, you remain responsible for your own emotional and psychological wellbeing, including seeking professional support if needed.
What happens after the retreat?
The retreat is an invitation into a way of being that can continue in daily life. You’ll have access to the recordings for a period of time (as specified on the event page), so you can revisit any sessions that spoke to you. You may also receive suggestions for simple ongoing practices, reflections, or ways to stay connected with this work.
After the retreat, you’ll have access to streaming replays of all sessions for 2 weeks, so you can revisit anything that touched you or that you weren’t able to attend live.
If you’d like to stay with the material for longer, there is also an option to purchase extended access to the recordings (download or stream) for up to 24 months as an add-on.