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Spiritual Retreats with John David in 2025
Outer Sangha
4 – 6 July • Open Sky House Hitdorf
The Outer Sangha is a community of people who dedicate themselves to truth and accompany each other on the spiritual path. The International Sangha Group is a dedicated group closely connected to John David and the Open Sky Community.
Open Day Weekend
11 - 13 July • Open Sky House Germany
We invite you to celebrate with us! During the upcoming open house weekend we will offer various workshops, concerts, satsang meetings and other activities. The weekend will be a lively celebration and a great opportunity to meet old and new friends and get to know the Open Sky House community.
Transformation Week
14 – 20 July • Open Sky House Hitdorf
Join the flow of the community and take the chance and discover how spirituality can be lived in everyday life. Come one week for free as a volunteer, meet like-hearted people and take part in the daily activities and mediations of the community and the evening programs.
Yoga Weekend with Radha and Shiva
8 – 10 August • Open Sky House Germany
Experience a combination of mindful Hatha and Kundalini yoga sessions, calming meditations, heart-opening mantras and deep relaxation sessions.
Transformation Week
18 – 24 August • Open Sky House Hitdorf
Join the flow of the community and take the chance and discover how spirituality can be lived in everyday life. Come one week for free as a volunteer, meet like-hearted people and take part in the daily activities and mediations of the community and the evening programs.
Meditation and Self Inquiry
29 – 31 August • Open Sky House Hitdorf
Dive deep into consciousness through meditation, silence and self inquiry and uncover conditioned thoughts layer by layer. Discover new levels of the self in our workshop near Cologne.
Spain Summer Retreat
5 – 21 September • Open Sky Villa Dénia
John David has been dedicated to guiding hundreds of sincere seekers of Truth to Freedom for more than 25 years. His message is not only in his words but also in his Strong and Loving Energy and Presence. Enjoy the amazing Beauty of the Open Sky Villa, only 3min from the Mediterranean.
Vipassana Island Retreat
26 – 28 September • Open Sky House Hitdorf
A shortened and intensified way of a classic Vipassana Course. Spend a whole weekend with yourself, sitting in silence in the supportive energy of a meditating group, the Open Sky House Community and John David who has been guiding people into their hearts and essence for 25 years.
Transformation Week
29 September – 5 October • Open Sky House Hitdorf
Join the flow of the community and take the chance and discover how spirituality can be lived in everyday life. Come one week for free as a volunteer, meet like-hearted people and take part in the daily activities and mediations of the community and the evening programs.
Outer Sangha
10 – 12 October • Open Sky House Hitdorf
The Outer Sangha is a community of people who dedicate themselves to truth and accompany each other on the spiritual path. The International Sangha Group is a dedicated group closely connected to John David and the Open Sky Community.
Meditation Weekend retreat
24 – 26 October • Open Sky House Hitdorf
In this weekend members of the Community will introduce you to a variety of still and active meditation practices. In Meetings with Om and Indira you can share your experiences.
Vipassana Island Retreat
7 – 9 November • Open Sky House Hitdorf
A shortened and intensified way of a classic Vipassana Course. Spend a whole weekend with yourself, sitting in silence in the supportive energy of a meditating group, the Open Sky House Community and John David who has been guiding people into their hearts and essence for 25 years.
Meditation and Self Inquiry
14 – 16 November • Open Sky House Hitdorf
Dive deep into consciousness through meditation, silence and self inquiry and uncover conditioned thoughts layer by layer. Discover new levels of the self in our workshop near Cologne.
Transformation Week
17 – 23 November • Open Sky House Hitdorf
Join the flow of the community and take the chance and discover how spirituality can be lived in everyday life. Come one week for free as a volunteer, meet like-hearted people and take part in the daily activities and mediations of the community and the evening programs.
Vipassana Island Retreat
28 – 30 November • Open Sky Oasis Spain
A shortened and intensified way of a classic Vipassana Course. Spend a whole weekend with yourself, sitting in silence in the supportive energy of a meditating group, the Open Sky House Community and John David who has been guiding people into their hearts and essence for 25 years.
Spiritual India Retreat 2026
10 – 30 January 2026 • Tiruvannamalai, South India
Join us for a Pilgrimage to one of India’s most powerful spiritual sanctuaries at the feet of Arunachala Mountain. In January 2026, John David and the Open Sky House Community will offer the 23rd Indian Retreat in Hommage to Bhagavan Sri Ramana Maharshi, the Saint of Arunachala.
Peace Retreat - Easter
17 – 21 April • Open Sky House Hitdorf
A journey into stillness and inner peace. Surrounded by a loving community, open your heart and reconnect with your true self. Let go of the old, embrace the present, and awaken to a deeper sense of love and freedom.
Christmas Retreat – Long Edition
25 - 29 Dec • Open Sky House Germany
Your Self Realisation is the greatest gift you can render to the world – Sri Ramana Maharshi
Spend the Christmas Holiday in company of a loving group. Explore yourself and take part in our joyful Christmas Celebration.
Whitsun Retreat
6 – 15 June Open Sky Villa Dénia
Join this 9-day retreat with John David offers you a glimpse of what you truly are. The deeply nourishing environment of Satsang supports you to step away from your daily life and stories and realise you are already home, already free.
