We all use our senses every day, but are we really noticing and acknowledging the power they have? Through engaging workshops, asana (yoga) practices, and mindfulness activities, we will explore and truly awaken each of our five senses; taste, touch, sight, smell, sound. By discovering the ways our senses impact our thoughts, feelings, and interactions with others, we will become more aware and alive in each present moment. All participants will be given a personal journal to assist in reflection during this immersive experience.
During this retreat you will:
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Poconos, the Himalayan Institute’s picturesque 400-acre campus offers breathtaking views, scenic trails, and peaceful spaces for reflection and contemplation. For more than forty years the Himalayan Institute’s Retreat Center has been a gathering place for people seeking inspiration and aspiring to restore inner balance. It’s a place for seekers wishing to study the ancient tradition of yoga and to deepen the connection between themselves and the world around them. Here, you can enjoy our peaceful campus, taking time out from habitual distractions and the bustle of everyday life.
Address and Directions: https://www.himalayaninstitute.org/retreat-center/guest-information/getting-here/
The Retreat Center provides convenient guest amenities to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. Treat yourself to a massage, meditate in our peaceful meditation shrine, or relax in one of the many attractive community spaces available on campus. Whether it’s shopping for a book, getting a good workout, or grabbing a healthy snack between lectures, you will find everything you need on-site, including campus wide Wi-Fi. Also, our fully equipped classrooms are available for personal practice when classes are not in session.
The minimalist design creates a sense of peace, allowing you to let go of the busyness of your daily life. Here, your mind can be free from distractions as you enjoy the beautiful and peaceful surroundings that the Retreat Center has to offer.
Double Room - two twin beds; sink in room; shared hallway bath *Solo travelers: If you are traveling alone and have reserved a Shared Room, we will assign a roommate of the same gender.
1 guest – $95/night
2 guests – $190/night
Private Room - full or queen bed; sink in room; shared hallway bath
1 guest – $160/night
2 guests – $190/night
Deluxe Room—Two Twins, Full or Queen, with Private Bath
1 guest – $205/night
2 guests – $235/night
Deluxe Suite—Full or Queen with Pull-out Sofa and Private Bath - Includes A/C.
1 guest – $280/night
2 guests – $310/night
3 guests – $340/night
4 guests – $370/night
Our nutritionally balanced vegetarian meals are freshly prepared by our kitchen staff and served with homemade whole-wheat bread and homemade gluten-free bread.
As much as possible, we try to provide special diet options, although we may not be able to meet all dietary requests.
Daily, we offer:
Whenever possible, we also provide non-dairy, gluten-free, and vegan options.
Typical meals include:
Your needs are important to us. We strive to provide as much information as possible about the ingredients in each meal, on the labels posted every day in the dining hall. Our food is completely vegetarian, but not vegan. Our style of cooking draws on ayurvedic principles, but is not strictly ayurvedic.
Our food is consciously prepared with the intention to nourish body, mind, and spirit.
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