About this event
Dear friends,
We are happy to announce that registration for our 2026–2027 New Year’s Retreat is now open! Come and welcome 2027 with the sangha, and start the new year with a sense of community, a fresh perspective and renewed energy.
From December 31 to January 2, we will practice together through sitting and walking meditation, mindful movement, sharing, singing and dancing. It is a gentle time to slow down, rest, and let go of what we no longer need to carry. It is also a celebration of this moment, of our shared human experience, and of the year to come.
♡ WAKE UP NEDERLAND
This retreat is organised by Wake Up Nederland, a community of young people (18–40) who enjoy practicing the art of mindful living together. We have our roots in the Plum Village tradition, founded by Zen master and peace activist Thich Nhat Hanh. The energy is open, gentle and playful. You don’t need to be Buddhist or have meditation experience to join.
♡ LANGUAGE
Most general sessions will be offered in English so everyone can take part. We also offer sharing groups in both English and Dutch, so there is plenty of opportunity to speak Dutch.
♡ LOCATION
We are grateful to gather at the beautiful Cordium in Nijmegen (De Ruyterstraat 65), a 10-minute walk from Nijmegen Centraal station. Coming by car is possible, but note that only paid parking is available.
We sleep in dormitories, with separate rooms for men and women. An all-gender room is available on request. Mattresses are provided. Please bring your own sheets, pillow and blanket or sleeping bag.
♡ POTLUCK
We always begin the retreat with an abundant potluck meal, so please bring a vegetarian or vegan dish to share. For the rest of the retreat, our cook will prepare delicious organic vegetarian/vegan meals. If you have specific dietary needs, please indicate during registration or send us an email.
♡ CO-CREATION
We are a non-profit community and this retreat is organised entirely by volunteers. This keeps it financially accessible and gives us the joy of co-creating it together. We carry this retreat as a sangha. If you would like to contribute, for example by leading a family group, facilitating a workshop or making music, let us know!
♡ INCLUSIVENESS & RESPONSIBILITY
We aim to be as inclusive as possible and welcome people of all physical and mental abilities. The atmosphere is gentle, and some spaces remain silent all day if you wish to rest. When difficult or sensitive things come up, you will find support in the community.
Although retreats in our tradition can be deeply healing, we do not offer therapy and cannot provide professional mental health support. You remain responsible for your own well-being at all times.
♡ TICKETS & DONATIONS
This retreat is for people aged 18 to 40. All tickets include a mattress. A limited number of reduced-price tickets are available if the regular price would keep you from joining. To request one, email us for a discount code.
If you would like to support Wake Up Nederland and help keep our retreats accessible to all, you can make a donation during booking or after the retreat. Every contribution, large or small, is received with gratitude. 🙏
♡ CANCELLATION & REFUNDS
To cancel your ticket, email retraitewkup@gmail.com. If we can find someone to take your place, you will receive a full refund (excluding Hipsy service fees). If we can’t find a replacement, the following applies:
- Cancelled before December 1: 75% refund
- Cancelled between December 1 and 15: 50% refund
- Cancelled after December 15: no refund
Questions? Write to us at retraitewkup@gmail.com.
We look forward to practicing with you!
With warmth,
The Wake Up New Year’s retreat organising team 🪷
Spoken language
English, Dutch
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