Alma by Candlelight

Alma by Candlelight is an evening meditation gathering at The Alma Sanctuary in Pelzer, South Carolina. It is part of Alma's local gatherings, a series of weekly and seasonal offerings made for women who want a calmer rhythm in the middle of ordinary weeks. It is held on more than one evening through the season, so you can choose the night that suits you.

What to Expect

Alma describes its gatherings as a blend of movement, meditation, meaningful conversation, and time spent in nature. The intention behind each one is simple: to create space where you can slow down, care for your nervous system, and simply breathe. The candlelit evening setting suits that aim, with the pace unhurried and the company made up of women seeking the same kind of quiet.

Alma often speaks of a glass of wine beneath the evening sky as part of its evening gatherings, which gives a sense of the mood: relaxed, warm, and without pressure to perform or achieve anything.

The Setting

The Alma Sanctuary sits in Pelzer, in the Upstate of South Carolina. Alma's gatherings place real weight on being outdoors and close to nature, so the setting is part of the experience and not only a backdrop.

Before You Go

This is a community gathering for women, and nothing in its description asks for prior meditation experience. It is meant to fit into everyday life, so you can arrive as you are, whether you are new to meditation or already have a practice you want to return to in good company.