ABOUT THE RETREAT

This one-day retreat on 28 June is an invitation to step out of the pace of everyday life for an entire day. Drawing from Zen meditation and somatic practice, the retreat offers a structured space for stillness, presence, and connection.

Over eight hours—from morning through to late afternoon—we move through three sitting meditation sessions, two silent reflection periods, a shared lunch, a short guided somatic practice, and opening and closing circles. An optional Yoga Nidra session closes the day for those who wish to stay.

Rather than focusing on self-improvement, the day centres on presence, awareness, and direct experience. Silence and group reflection become ways of listening more deeply: to ourselves, to others, and to what is already here.

"No previous meditation experience is necessary. The retreat is open to anyone seeking greater presence, emotional clarity, or a moment of genuine stillness in the midst of ordinary life."

RETREAT INCLUDES

• Three Zen-style sitting meditation sessions (45, 45, and 60 minutes)

• Guided somatic practice—movement, breath, and body awareness

• Two silent reflection periods, including optional one-to-one with the facilitator

• Opening and closing circles

• Guided silence throughout the day

• Shared lunch

• Optional Yoga Nidra session (17:00–17:45)

RETREAT SCHEDULE - 28 June

Presence, Silence & Shared Presence
 

09:00–09:30
Arrival & Settling

Participants arrive, settle into the space, and connect informally over tea.

09:30–10:15
Opening Circle

Introduction to the day, group agreements, and intention setting.

10:15–11:00
First Meditation

Zen-style sitting meditation with light instruction and guided silence.

11:00–11:45
Silent Reflection Period

A quiet period for journaling and personal contemplation in silence.

11:45–12:30
Second Meditation

Sitting meditation. Settling more deeply into stillness.

12:30–13:30
Shared Lunch

A light vegetarian meal—a moment of nourishment and quiet connection.

13:30–14:30
Third Meditation

A 60-minute sitting—the longest session of the day, unhurried and open.

14:30–15:30
Silent Reflection & Personal Practice

A quiet period for journaling and contemplation. Participants may also use this time for an individual conversation with the facilitator about their practice.

15:30–15:50
Guided Somatic Practice

A short 20-minute practice using movement, breath, and body awareness to support grounding and integration.

15:50–16:00
Break

16:00–16:45
Closing Circle

Group reflection, shared experience, and a gentle closing of the day.

Optional Session

17:00–17:45
Yoga Nidra

A 45-minute guided deep rest practice. Open to all participants who wish to stay for a gentle integration before returning to the world.

Mika Johnson is an artist, therapist, and director of Beautiful Minds. His work brings together somatic awareness, meditation, ecology, ritual, and immersive artistic practice to create spaces for reflection, presence, and deeper connection.

Alongside his international work in film and immersive media, he offers one-on-one therapeutic sessions focused on nervous system regulation, mindfulness, embodiment, and compassionate inquiry.

His approach is shaped by over twenty-five years of contemplative practice, training in Somatic Experiencing, and a long-standing interest in the relationship between creativity, healing, and inner life.

His artistic and therapeutic work share a common focus: helping people slow down, reconnect with themselves, and listen more deeply to what feels alive within them.

Practical information

Date: Sunday 28th of June

Time: 9:00-18:00

The venue: Na Zábradlí Theatre, Anenské nám. 5, Prague 1

Do you have any questions?  
Please write at info@skola21.com

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