Ground Your Heart. Awaken Your Light.
Camp Metta is an inspiring youth retreat nestled in the hills of San Martin, California. We bridge Buddhist mindfulness practices with dynamic servant leadership, outdoor wilderness teamwork, and lifelong community.
A Peaceful Sanctuary in Santa Clara County
Private hilltop grounds, modern assembly halls, designated meditation groves, and starry nights.
The Four Immeasurable Minds (Brahmavihāras)
Camp Metta provides an inclusive, grounded environment where Buddhist ethical principles transform into living practices for young leaders navigating modern life.
Mettā (Từ)
Loving-Kindness
Cultivating an open heart of goodwill, warmth, and genuine kindness toward ourselves, our peers, and all sentient life.
Karuṇā (Bi)
Compassion
Deep, empathetic listening that seeks to understand struggles and takes mindful action to uplift and support others.
Muditā (Hỷ)
Sympathetic Joy
Wholeheartedly celebrating the victories, unique talents, and growth of our peers without comparison, envy, or competition.
Upekkhā (Xả)
Equanimity
Cultivating inner stability, balance, and quiet wisdom to navigate highs and lows with courage and graceful acceptance.
A Typical Day of Mindful Connection
From the dawn chime to the warmth of the evening campfire, every hour balance reflection, leadership, teamwork, and joyful play.
Morning Awakening & Mindful Movement
Gentle bell chimes, morning breathing meditation, yoga stretching amidst the fresh morning air.
Mindful Breakfast & Work Meditation
Eating in appreciation and quiet gratitude, followed by shared community care for camp grounds.
Dharma Insights & Leadership Workshops
Interactive discussions on compassion, mindfulness in high school/college, and servant leadership.
Team Challenges & Wilderness Skills
Cooperative outdoor challenges, orienteering, knotcraft, team bonding, and creative workshops.
Nature Reflection & Sunset Journaling
Quiet time under the oaks and pines, writing, and guided small-group peer check-ins.
Campfire Circle, Skits & Stargazing
Acoustic songs, laughter, skits, deep friendships under the clear night sky, and noble silence.
San Martin Retreat Campus
San Martin, California • Santa Clara County
Camp Metta gathers at our dedicated retreat property in peaceful San Martin, California. Centrally located in south Santa Clara County and easily accessible from San Jose, San Francisco, and the greater Bay Area, the campus features spacious open meadows, shaded picnic groves, a modern air-conditioned assembly pavilion, and secure lodging.
12690 Center Ave, San Martin, CA 95046
Approx. 30 miles south of San Jose via US-101 S
Check-in: Friday afternoon at 2:00 PM
Pick-up & Family Showcase: Sunday at 2:00 PM
Join Us at Camp Metta
Spaces fill quickly. Secure your spot to experience an unforgettable retreat of mindfulness, nature, and friendship.
Need-based campership scholarships are readily available. No youth is ever turned away for lack of funds.