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Early Spring Retreat
with Chelsea Manganaro
March 22—23, 2019
With
Chelsea Manganaro
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Program CalendarA perfect little Early Spring retreat on March 22–23 to welcome the change of seasons. Join Nearme Yoga at the Himalayan Institute in Honesdale for an overnight stay with the intention to accept change, and embrace the future.
Ready to book a trip? Guest House stay can be purchased here:
for $229 per person, which includes all meals, morning yoga classes, accommodations, and activities. Only 12 beds available in the Guest House.
Sharing a bed in the Guest House? Join us for $400.
Guest House Suite
Chalet-style two-bedroom apartment with private bath; small living room/sitting area with sleeper sofa; kitchenette with refrigerator (no cooking facilities). Sleeps up to 6 guests. Includes A/C.
Working Itinerary:
- Check in between 4–6:30 pm on March 22:
- 4 pm Check in
- 5 pm Meeting in the café, then hike of the grounds (optional) with Scott
- 6:15 pm Intro and dinner
- 7:15 pm Chocolate tour at Moka Origins
- 8 pm Bonfire
- 9:30 pm Meditation in HI
- 10 pm Meditation at Guest House
March 23
- 6 am (optional) Meditation in HI
- 7 am (optional) Yoga class in HI
- 8 am Breakfast
- 9 am Accepting Change yoga flow
- 11 am Embracing Change
- 12:30 pm Lunch in HI
- 1:30 pm Free time for massage/shopping/exploring/hike
- 2 pm Being the Change and Taking It with You on Your Journey
- 5 pm Closing
- 5:30 (optional) Farm-to-table dinner at Nearme Café $30
All other accommodations must be purchased on the Himalayan Institute’s website + Program Fee of $119 + mandatory meal plan fee of $30 per day per person
- Shared Room: $65/Night/pp. Two twins, shared hall bath. *Solo travelers: If you are traveling alone and have reserved a shared room, we will assign a roommate of the same gender.
- Standard Room: $130/Night/2p. Full or queen, shared hall bath
- Deluxe Room: $175/Night/2p. Two twins, full or queen, with private bath
- Deluxe Suite: $250/Night/2p. Full or queen with pull-out sofa and private bath
In addition to your daily treatment schedule you will have access to:
- Morning yoga classes
- 3 vegetarian meals daily
- Explorations in self-awareness
- 400 acres of wooded hiking trails and vistas
- The Sacred Grove Cafe
- The MarketPlace Bookstore and Giftshop
- Unlimited Wi-Fi
Chelsea Manganaro
Chelsea Manganaro is the owner and Founder of Nearme Yoga and NEPA Yoga festival. People can find out all studio information at Nearme Yoga and Facebook page or by emailing [email protected]. “It is just as hard to learn the wrong as it is to learn the right, except you still have to learn the right way” The quotation ab...
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Himalayan Institute Retreat Center
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
Retreat Center Highlights
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.
$119
Registration
Dates
Friday, March 22, 2019 @ 4:30 pm–Saturday, March 23, 2019 @ 5:00 pm
Tuition
$119 per person + accommodations
Campus Info
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