Vegan Rabbi Retreat
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June 2nd - 4th
A spiritual vegan retreat in the heart of the desert
with Rabbi Akiva Gersh, the "Vegan Rabbi"
Check out pictures of the area of the retreat.
The Vegan Rabbi retreat is a step away from the everyday in order to rejuvenate and invigorate our bodies and our souls in the heart of the Israeli desert.
Hi friends, Rabbi Akiva here.
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I'm so excited for you to join me on the Vegan Rabbi retreat -- a chance to get away and disconnect in order to connect in a different and deeper way with gourmet vegan food nourishing us throughout.
On the retreat we will:​​​
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Study the intersection of Judaism and veganism together
Walk in nature together
Experience the silence of the desert together
Sing together
Eat mindfully together
Breathe deep together
Rejuvenate together
and more...
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Details of retreat
All food is kosher and vegan and prepared by a professional vegan chef.
The retreat will be held in the serene Israeli desert near Mitzpe Ramon and Makhtesh Ramon.
We will make use of the retreat center's studio, dome, dining hall, grounds, and sleeping facilities.
Accommodations include cozy shared yurts (up to 5 people) with the option for alternative sleeping arrangements as needed.
Each yurt is equipped with comfy beds, AC, power outlets, a private toilet, a balcony, and amazing desert views.
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Tentative schedule
(There will down time and social time built in to the schedule throughout the retreat so don't worry! The retreat is designed to feel spacious, grounding, and nourishing — not intense or overwhelming.)
Tuesday
13:00 - Arrival (healthy snacks available)
14:00 - Welcome circle + movement
16:00 - Study session with Rabbi Akiva
18:00 - Breathwork session
19:00 - Dinner
21:00 - Bonfire with music
Wednesday
6:00 - Options for prayer, meditation, etc.
7:00 - Desert walk with silent sit
9:00 - Breakfast
10:30 - Community sharing circle
12:00 - Study session with Rabbi Akiva
14:00 - Lunch
15:30 - Rest and connect
18:00 - Worskhop: Jewish Spirituality of Eating
19:00 - Dinner
20:00 - Q and A with Rabbi Akiva
21:30 - Night desert walk with stargazaing
Thursday
6:00 - Yoga, movement, meditation, prayer
7:00 - Study session with Rabbi Akiva
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9:00 - Breakfast
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10:00 - Closing circle
FAQs
“Do I need to be vegan or vegetarian?”
No.
“Do I need to be religious?”
No.
“What kind of Jews will attend?”
A diversity of Jewish connections and observance levels.
“Can I come alone?”
Absolutely. Most participants do.
“Will there be intense emotional sharing?”
The retreat is reflective and meaningful, but participation is always voluntary.
“What is the age range of participants?”
A wide range.
“Is this retreat beginner-friendly?”
Absolutely.
“What will the atmosphere of the retreat be like?”
Warm, grounded, welcoming, authentic.​
​Price of retreat:
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Before May 8th - 2100 shekels
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After May 8th - 2350 shekels
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Ready to sign up?
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Complete the following 2 steps:
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Send payment via Bit or Paybox to
052-327-0723
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If you prefer a bank transfer, be in touch.
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Fill out the registration form HERE.
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Looking forward to seeing you on the Vegan Rabbi retreat!​​​​
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Have a question?