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Nourishing The Sacred Yoga Retreat
Ignite Your Personal Practice
August 4—6, 2023
Registration for this event has closed
Check out our various upcoming programs—we're sure there's something to inspire you
Program CalendarAmong the demands of day-to-day life, yogis long to connect with the sacred in themselves, in nature, and in each other. How do you do it?
Immersing yourself in a spiritually charged environment with a like-minded community is a powerful reset. Throughout the weekend, experience a range of practices designed to re-ignite your personal practice and connection to prana, the source of sacred nourishment.
Practices include:
- Daily Yoga and Pranayama
- Vishoka Meditation
- Nature Walks
- Group Discussion and Contemplation
- Fire Ritual
We’ll close with self-reflection and intention-setting to sustain your connection with the sacred as you head home. Leave refreshed and re-inspired! Open to all levels of practitioners.
Tuition: $249
Early Bird Tuition Savings: $219 when you register by July 22nd
Accommodations: Starting at $99/night
To see a sample schedule, visit https://hibuffalo.org/retreats/. Please reach out with any questions to Sarah at [email protected].
Sarah Guglielmi
Sarah Guglielmi, the founder of Sarah G Yoga Lifestyle Design, is a professional educator, yoga therapist, and ayurvedic wellness coach. She was initially drawn to yoga 20 years ago while working as an engineer, and looking for relief from chronic anxiety and illness. Sarah not only regained her health but discovered a spir...
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Julia Davis-Voss
Julia has been teaching Health and Wellness for over 38 years. Her initial experience was in the Health Club industry as a personal trainer and exercise instructor. Her experience in yoga classes in the early 1990’s at the Himalayan Institute of Buffalo led her to make a radical shift in lifestyle and move to the Institute’...
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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.
$249
per person + accommodations
Early Bird Tuition Savings: $219 when you register by July 22nd
Early Bird Tuition Savings: $219 when you register by July 22nd
Registration
Dates
Friday, August 4, 2023 @ 7:00 pm–Sunday, August 6, 2023 @ 12:30 pm
Tuition
$249 per person + accommodations
Campus Info
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