WELCOME TO LEELA

Where personal evolution meets community unfolding

A living community and event space in Dorset for retreats, workshops, festivals and conscious gatherings.

People come to deepen their practice, reconnect with themselves, gather with others, and sometimes stay longer as volunteers or guests on a live-in program.

Attend an event

Workshops, retreats and festivals rooted in presence, connection and embodied practice.

Featured events

  •   The Forbidden Path – Series of Women's Workshops

    The Forbidden Path – Series of Women's Workshops

    June 2026 till April 2027

    The Forbidden Path 5 part journey is for women who are ready to reclaim their power, pleasure, intuition and embodied truth that have been buried under centuries of silencing.

  • Midsummer Birthday Bonanza

    Midsummer Birthday Bonanza

    1 - 5 July 2026

    Three reasons to celebrate. One unforgettable gathering... 30 years of Leela. 30+ years of Prabuddho. 20 years of Biodanza with Niraj.

    A celebration of community, connection and shared history.

  • Breathe: A Festival of Life (Breathwork)

    Breathe: A Festival of Life (Breathwork)

    29 July - 2 August 2026

    A five-day breathwork festival dedicated to exploration, connection, and growth. This is a call to those who feel the pull to deepen their relationship with themselves and others through the powerful practice of breathwork.

Volunteer at Leela

Spend longer here. Contribute, learn and experience community life from the inside.

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Living in the Buddhafield

Spend time as part of the community. Shared meals, daily practice, contribution, space to work remotely, and life on the land. Come for a week or stay longer.

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We’re a community of the heart

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Host your event at Leela

Looking for a venue to hold your own retreat or gathering? Our land and facilities are available for conscious events.

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