True Nature Healing Center
A quieter path through supervised fasting
In Santa Fe’s high-desert setting, True Nature Healing Center focuses on medically supervised fasting rather than a named meditation tradition. Programs are guided by Dr. William Schefer, ND, with the aim of supporting guests through a structured period of fasting and refeeding. Mountain Valley spring water is provided in glass bottles; refeeding foods include homemade vegetable broth, fresh juices, fruit, and steamed vegetables. Guests stay in a furnished two-bedroom apartment, with a private bedroom and bathroom for each guest, including heated bidet toilets. Solo travelers may share the apartment with another guest while retaining their own private spaces. The retreat is a practical fit for people specifically exploring supervised fasting, not a typical schedule of meditation classes. Santa Fe is about 16 km from the nearest listed airport, and Albuquerque International Sunport is another arrival option. Programs start at USD 1,790; ask the center directly about dates, program length, and what is included.
Highlights
- Fasting programs guided by Dr. William Schefer, ND
- Private bedroom and bathroom for each guest in a shared two-bedroom apartment
- Heated bidet toilets in the guest bathrooms
- Refeeding menu of homemade vegetable broth, fresh juices, fruit, and steamed vegetables
- Mountain Valley spring water served in glass bottles
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Setting
Santa Fe’s high-desert surroundings bring wide skies and a dry, high-elevation feel to this urban retreat. The center is at a Santa Fe address, with the apartment stay designed for privacy and rest between program activities.
The practice
This is a medically supervised fasting program, not a retreat centered on a named meditation tradition. Dr. William Schefer, ND, guides the fasting work, with spring water provided and refeeding foods such as broth, juice, fruit, and steamed vegetables. If you are new to fasting, ask the center about screening, preparation, supervision, and whether a program is suitable for your health needs.
A typical day
Daily structure varies by retreat, so confirm it with the center. The program centers on supervised fasting, with spring water provided and a refeeding phase that may include vegetable broth, fresh juices, fruit, and steamed vegetables.
Accommodation
Guests stay in a renovated, furnished two-bedroom apartment. Each guest has a private bedroom and bathroom with a heated bidet toilet; solo guests may be paired with another retreat guest while keeping those private spaces. The apartment also has a kitchen and Wi-Fi.
What to bring
Santa Fe averages 11.4°C annually, with cooler conditions in winter and warmer months from June through August, so pack layers for changing temperatures. Ask the center what personal items are useful during fasting and refeeding, and bring any medicines or health information relevant to your care.
How to get there
The center is at 2100 Calle De La Vuelta, Building E, Unit 104, Santa Fe. From Albuquerque International Sunport, the drive to Santa Fe takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes; rental cars, shuttle services, and private transportation are options.
Nearest airport: Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) (16 km)
Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) is approximately 16 km from the center. Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) is about 1 hour and 15 minutes away by road; rental cars, shuttle services, or private transportation can be arranged.
Nearest city: Santa Fe
Programs start at USD 1,790. Confirm the price, dates, and inclusions with the center before booking.
Climate
Climate Zone: Temperate
Best Months: Jan, Dec, Feb
Avoid: May, Oct, Aug
Santa Fe has a high-desert climate and an annual average temperature of 11.4°C. June through August are the warmest months, while December through February are coolest and driest; May, August, and October are among the wetter months.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a typical day at the retreat include?
The program centers on supervised fasting and refeeding, but the daily schedule varies. Ask the center directly for the timetable for your dates.
Is this retreat suitable for someone who has never fasted?
Programs are guided by Dr. William Schefer, ND. Ask the center about health screening and suitability before booking, especially if you have medical concerns.
What food and drink are included?
Mountain Valley spring water is provided. Refeeding foods include homemade vegetable broth, fresh juices, fruit, and steamed vegetables; ask the center what is included in your specific program.
How do I get to the retreat from the airport?
Santa Fe Municipal Airport is about 16 km from the center. Albuquerque International Sunport is about 1 hour and 15 minutes away by road, with rental cars, shuttle services, and private transportation described as options.
How do I reserve a place, and what does a program cost?
Programs start at USD 1,790. Contact the center directly to ask about available dates, program length, inclusions, and reservations.
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