Southern Dharma Retreat Center (SDRC) is a rural mountainous retreat center, founded in 1979, where staff and volunteers live and work together. SDRC is dedicated to promoting human flourishing.Our Mission is to:Provide a place of refuge and a sacred container for spiritual practices of Noble Silence, meditation, reflection, and mindful awarenessProvide practitioners from all backgrounds and at all levels, from beginner to advanced, with inspirational teachings and practices from Buddhist and related traditionsServe as a resource for groups, teachers, and practitioners in the SoutheastSupport those who seek wisdom, compassion, and awakening through direct experiences that lead to a transformation of heart and mind for the benefit of all beings.