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Soulful Summer Weekend Retreat

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Soulful Summer Weekend Retreat

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Soulful Summer Weekend Retreat

July 29—31, 2016

Registration for this event has closed

Check out our various upcoming programs—we're sure there's something to inspire you

Program Calendar

Immerse yourself this summer in practices to connect you to the present moment and enhance well-being.  Both Donna and Ellen have cooked up a weekend retreat full of techniques to both cultivate and trust in your inner wisdom and your body’s ability to rejuvenate.

The retreat atmosphere is the perfect time to release the pressures of daily life. Within the routine of the weekend, tensions dissolve and deeper creativity and awareness rise to the top. When in our natural state of peace, we have access to explore our highest self and our intuition.

Throughout the daytime, learn about ayurveda, participate in circle gatherings, take a guided nature walk or practice yoga. At night, come dressed in your comfy clothes and unwind to the sounds of the crystal bowls while relaxing during restorative yoga or yoga nidra.


*Registration will be completed by Donna Sica, accommodations are separate and can be booked online 

Donna Sica

Donna Sica is the owner of Soulful Awakenings, a holistic center offering a spiritual smorgasbord of love for anyone who walks through the door. She has been practicing the law of attraction for 33 years and holds gatherings three times a week at the Jersey Shore for those who are ready to understand how limitless they trul...
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Ellen Mosko

Ellen is an E-RYT yoga teacher/trainer for over a decade. A lover of anatomy, Yin, Restorative, and Vinyasa, she interweaves alignment cues and yoga philosophy into each class. She believes that everyone can participate in yoga, and empowers individuals to find their own rhythm on the mat. Ellen meets you right where you ar...
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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.
Date
July 29—31, 2016
Duration
3 days, 2 nights

$320 per person + accommodations

Registration

Dates
Friday, July 29, 2016Sunday, July 31, 2016
Tuition
$320 per person + accommodations
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