Step into Silence. Awaken Your Spirit. Serve with Love. Make a sacrifice for Spiritual Growth.

In the heart of Red River Gorge, near the peaceful town of Slade, Kentucky, we invite you to join The VOW 2025—a transformative silent retreat guided by Adi Shakti. This sacred journey invites you to sacrifice modern comforts, embrace simplicity and humility, and allow the stillness of nature and the spiritual teachings of the Adi Nath Shiv tradition to bring forth profound personal transformation.

Two Opportunities to Retreat Into Silence

You have two options to join The VOW 2025 retreat in Red River Gorge:

• August 14-18, 2025 or

• August 19-23, 2025

About Your Guide: Adi Shakti

Adi Shakti is a spiritual teacher, guide, and the founder of SoulWork. She has trained over 3,000 students in trauma-informed yoga and facilitation, leading seekers through a path of alchemizing heartache into growth through the yoga path. Adi Shakti carries the teachings of the Adi Nath Shiv tradition, with deep roots in the Himalayas of India, and has led over 50 international retreats. With her guidance, you will be held in a safe and transformative container as you explore the depths of your inner world and unlock spiritual gifts through the power of silence.

The Gift of Simplicity, Humility, and Austerity

At The VOW 2025, we believe that the ripest environment for spiritual growth is one of simplicity, humility, and austerity.

At The VOW 2025, we immerse ourselves in the sacred teachings of the Adi Nath Shiv lineage, where simplicity, humility, and austerity serve as gateways to profound spiritual awakening. This retreat is not a luxury experience—it is an opportunity to sacrifice the comforts of modern life for the sake of spiritual awakening. You will stay in rustic, cozy cabins within the serene landscape of Red River Gorge, embracing the simplicity of nature and the profound stillness that surrounds you.

The VOW invites you to relinquish modern luxuries and surrender to the silence of mauna—a powerful spiritual tool to strip away the noise of the outer world and reveal the truth of the inner self.

In the stillness of mauna, the mind quiets, and the spiritual heart awakens. As you dwell in the rustic cabins amidst the untouched landscape of Red River Gorge, this sacred silence will enable you to drop beneath the surface of daily distractions, awakening your inner awareness. Every moment of intentional silence allows you to listen to the wisdom of the Adi Nath Shiv tradition, where spiritual evolution happens not through words but through direct experience. This silence, infused with the energy of the lineage, becomes a mirror to the soul—revealing the subtle layers of consciousness that are often obscured by the busyness of life.

Through mauna, you will attune to the rhythms of nature, harmonizing with the elements and discovering the spiritual gifts that emerge in the quiet space of your being. The practice of silence will allow deeper insights to surface, a clearer sense of purpose to emerge, and a profound inner peace to take root. With each breath, each silent step on the forest paths, and each daily spiritual practice, you will experience the unfolding of true self-realization—where silence is not merely the absence of sound but the presence of divine connection and inner wisdom.

Through this intentional sacrifice, you will discover deeper spiritual gifts, reconnecting with the earth and the wisdom of the Adi Nath Shiv tradition. Every step of your journey—from mindful hikes to simple meals and daily spiritual practices—will help you cultivate clarity, peace, and self-awareness.

Arriving at The VOW 2025

We recommend planning your arrival with care, keeping the remote nature of Red River Gorge in mind. Here’s what you need to know:

• Fly into Lexington, Kentucky: The nearest airport is in Lexington. From there, you can rent a car for the drive to Red River Gorge.

• Drive or Rent a Car: If you're driving yourself, or renting a vehicle, keep in mind that the roads leading to our retreat are gravel, winding, and uphill.

• Vehicle Selection:

  • While sedans have made the journey, they did so with some extra caution and a little prayer.

  • For a more comfortable and secure drive, we recommend opting for a vehicle with higher ground clearance to navigate the rougher terrain with ease.

• Scenic and Adventurous: The final stretch will take you through some beautiful, rugged scenery—allow the experience of nature to set the tone for your journey inward.

• Arrival Time: 5:00 PM on the first day of your chosen VOW (do not arrive before 5pm)

• Check out: 11:00 AM on the last day of your chosen VOW

• The exact coordinates of the rustic home in Red River Gorge will be provided upon booking, ensuring the privacy and seclusion of the retreat.

Prepare to let go of the conveniences and luxuries of modern life as you enter into this sacred space. This is a time for reflection, healing, and spiritual transformation in an environment designed to support your deepest inner work.

Karma Yoga: Serving with Love

As part of The VOW 2025 experience, you will engage in Karma Yoga, the practice of selfless service. Each participant will be asked to:

• Support with Cleanup of Two Meals: Contribute to the collective retreat experience by helping with meal cleanup, offering your service with love and humility.

• Prepare the Practice Space for One Session: Assist in setting up the sacred practice space for one of the retreat sessions, contributing to the community’s shared spiritual work.

This service not only enhances your spiritual practice but also helps keep the retreat tuition accessible for all. Karma Yoga teaches the importance of selfless action, creating space for humility, connection, and spiritual growth.

A Day at The VOW 2025

Each day follows a mindful rhythm that nurtures your body, mind, and spirit while honoring the simplicity and humility of the retreat:

• 8:00 AM Sadhana: Begin your day with sacred breathwork, mantra, and soft movement, grounding you in the ancient tradition of Adi Nath Shiv.

• 9:00 AM Breakfast: Enjoy a simple, sattvic meal, nourishing your body as you continue your spiritual journey.

• 11:00 AM Dharma Talk: Receive daily teachings on self-regulation, spiritual evolution, and the wisdom of silence.

• 1:00 PM Lunch: Share a silent meal with the community, grounding your body for the afternoon’s hike.

• 2:00 PM Hike: Experience the healing power of nature with mindful, silent hikes through Red River Gorge, inviting you into deeper union with the earth.

• 6:00 PM Dinner: Conclude the day with a wholesome meal that nurtures your body and prepares you for evening meditation.

• 7:00 PM Evening Meditation: End your day with deep meditation, integrating the day’s teachings in stillness and quiet.

Investment & Payment Options

The VOW 2025 offers an intimate and rare retreat experience, with only 9 beds available per VOW. Secure your place with a $222 deposit, and choose from the following accommodation options:

• Shared Room: $1,222 (5 rooms available)

• Private Room: $1,555 (4 rooms available)

• Shared Double Bed in a Private Room (for 2 people): $1,999

After placing your $222 deposit, the remaining two payments will be spaced 3 months apart from the date of your deposit and will be charged automatically. This ensures your space is reserved and allows you to enjoy the retreat stress-free.

Are You Ready to Make the VOW?

This is your opportunity to step into silence, simplicity, and spiritual growth in the breathtaking landscape of Red River Gorge. Under the guidance of Adi Shakti, and through the wisdom of the Adi Nath Shiv tradition, you will embark on a journey of deep healing, service, and self-realization.

Step into the sacred silence of Red River Gorge and let the simplicity of life guide you toward spiritual awakening.