Highway 1 to reopen south of Esalen on Friday, July 20. Learn more.
Energy moves in waves. Waves move in rhythms. Rhythms move in patterns. Patterns move in cycles. A human being is just this. Nothing more.
This is a special opportunity for people to experience Esalen without taking a workshop.
What does it mean to be a hero — to live heroically — in these times?
This workshop brings together a team of internationally recognized scientists, meditation teachers, and clinicians to deepen our understanding of h
If you are looking for another way to grow, in a unique container different from the traditional workshop, please join us for an Esalen original se
Enjoy the serene beauty of Big Sur as you and your partner learn to give each other an effective massage.
Learn more about CTR"The possibilities of the human future lie beyond the power of our imagination. We suspect that our creative capacity, like that of the universe itself, is ultimately limitless."
Michael Murphy, Esalen CTR Founder
Esalen is more than a retreat center or an educational institute. Anchored by the inspiring beauty of Big Sur and an unparalleled intellectual history, Esalen is a world-wide network of seekers who look beyond dogma to explore deeper spiritual possibilities; forge new understandings of self and society; and pioneer new paths for change.
We offer up to 600 workshops and programs per year devoted to cultivating deep change in self and society. Find a workshop below or explore Esalen's other learning opportunities.