About Doorway to Joy
Doorway to Joy was founded with the intention to bring the ancient but ageless teachings of Zarathushtra into our modern day-to-day living, leading us to a joyful existence.
Voices of Joy
I left the retreat with a full heart, a renewed appreciation for my Zoroastrian faith and Persian heritage, and immense gratitude for the remarkable women who created this beautiful space for connection, reflection, friendship, and joy.
Come once, and you’ll understand why so many of us come back for the reunion.
Doorway to Joy retreat is a beautiful space filled with laughter, feminine energy, and spirituality. Every gathering leaves me feeling refreshed, renewed, and inspired. I always look forward to coming back.
Everyone should experience this incredible retreat. It really had a big impact on me and I want others to have that too.
Our Foundations
The Pillars of Joy
Our Mission
Doorway to Joy focuses on spiritual growth and community. Through group prayers, Gatha Studies, educational seminars, and retreats, the ancient Zoroastrian teachings and practices are brought into the modern way of living guiding the participants to a deeper level of inner connection with the divine. As Intended with the ancient teachings, the wish is to help participants find their way to a healthy and prosperous life.
Our Story
It all started when in 2018 a couple of childhood friends decided to organize a spiritual women's retreat in the beautiful coastal city of Santa Cruz. It was at this retreat that "the want and the need" for a spiritual organization based on the teaching of Zarathushtra became very apparent. This revelation gave birth to the creation of Doorway to Joy.
Community
We’re very proud to host people from a variety of places and backgrounds, and are always striving to provide impactful experiences.
Upcoming Gatherings
Join us for our upcoming retreats, workshops, and community events.
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