The Radiant Body
A Tantric Approach to Yoga
October 13—16, 2016
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Tantric yoga seeks to free us from the internalized energetic patterns, beliefs, and behaviors that enslave us. Inside the tantric framework, the journey to autonomy and joy begins with two pivotal access points in the body—the navel center and the brain center. Integrating the energies of the navel center and the conscious mind awakens the inner dimensions of life, develops discrimination, and focuses our life-energy in deeply satisfying directions. We’ll explore the pranic, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of the navel center. Then we can work with the astonishing capacity of the mind to heal and transform every aspect of our being. With this tantric point of view and with the understanding of how the body and mind work in tandem, your current yoga practice can become a vehicle to expand your life and open your heart to inner growth and spiritual awakening.
Topics we’ll explore include:
- What kundalini awakening really means, and how to begin
- Practices to access the kanda, the pranic hub of the body, including the subtle application of bandhas and pranayama
- Why the mind and emotions are so important in mastering the navel center
- How the brain center regulates the embodiment of thoughts, feelings, and memories
- Asana practice to explore how pranic shifts manifest in the flow of breath in the nostrils
- Pranayama to intensify pranic awareness, balance the subtle body, and access the deeper levels of the mind
- How to line up physical and psychological forces for successful meditation
Sandra Anderson
Senior faculty at the Himalayan Institute, Sandy teaches yoga, meditation, and philosophy, and is a key instructor in the Institute's teacher training programs. She is the coauthor of the award-winning book, Yoga Mastering the Basics, and a frequent contributor to the Himalayan Institute's online Wisdom Library. Her work dr...
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For more than fifty years, the Himalayan Institute’s Retreat Center has been a gathering place for people seeking inspiration and aspiring to restore inner balance. Home to a vibrant community of yogis, 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. Whether you visit for a weekend retreat, a personal getaway, or one of our longer-term programs, your visit to the Himalayan Institute will accelerate your personal journey of rejuvenation and transformation.
Free Wifi
400-Acre Campus
On-Site Cafe
Meditation Shrine
Wooded Hiking Trails
Pond with Kayaks
On-Site Wellness Center
Bonfires and Stargazing
Bookstore and Giftshop
Sacred Space
The Sri Vidya Shrine is the spiritual heart of the Himalayan Institute. This sanctuary offers an ideal setting for silent meditation and group spiritual practice, a cornerstone of the Himalayan Tradition for thousands of years. Open to seekers of all backgrounds and traditions, the Shrine provides a serene, sacred space for meditation, quiet reflection, prayer, and contemplation.
Nourishing Meals
Our nutritionally balanced vegetarian meals are thoughtfully prepared to nourish body, mind, and spirit. Each of our three daily meals is designed to be easily digestible and to support a meditative lifestyle. Sharing meals here naturally fosters connection, offering both deep nourishment and a sense of community.
Loving Community
The Himalayan Institute welcomes people from all walks of life. With a blend of short-term guests, long-term visitors, and a vibrant residential community, the atmosphere here is warm, inviting, and rooted in kindness, generosity, and service. It’s a place where friendships form naturally, often becoming the kind of connections that feel like family, and last a lifetime.
Rest in Nature
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Poconos, the Himalayan Institute’s 400-acre campus offers breathtaking views, scenic hiking trails, and quiet spaces for reflection and contemplation. Walking is a favorite activity, whether along our groomed trails or meandering paved roads, inviting both movement and mindful presence in nature.
Conscious Simplicity
At the Himalayan Institute, we embrace simplicity in all aspects of life, from our surroundings to our approach to yoga. By minimizing distractions, we create space to strengthen the inner self and quiet the mind. Guided by authenticity and grounded in philosophy rather than frills, we support a path of meaningful personal growth.
Treat Yourself
Our Himalayan Café serves the Institute’s signature chai, coffee, and homemade cookies and treats on Saturday and Sunday mornings. The 24/7 Tea Lounge offers a variety of herbal teas for anytime enjoyment. On campus, the MOKA Origins Factory is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering handcrafted, ethically sourced chocolate and coffee, with free tours and tastings on Saturdays.
