Specialized Practices of Yoga for a Vibrant Body & Youthful Mind

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Specialized Practices of Yoga for a Vibrant Body & Youthful Mind

In-Depth Workshop & 5-Day Retreat

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Specialized Practices of Yoga for a Vibrant Body & Youthful Mind

In-Depth Workshop & 5-Day Retreat
July 14—22, 2016

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

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In-Depth Workshop July 14 – 17, 2016

Join Pandit Tigunait and experience a full range of yoga – asana, pranayama, bandhas and mudras – and accelerate your progress with the power of mantra and visualization.

With these specialized practices of yoga, capture the power that you are – kundalini shakti – and

free the forces entangled at your lower back, sacrum, and pelvis,
reclaim your core strength as you energize your solar plexus,
lift your energy to clear and calm your mind at the higher chakras, and finally,
channel the forces of your body and mind to experience your fearless and joyful self at the heart center.

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In this workshop, Pandit Tigunait will lead you through a series from the system of yoga he has been practicing for the last 40 years.

In addition, he will teach:

  • 7 steps to agni sara, the master practice for awakening kundalini shakti and energizing the solar plexus
  • 4 breathing techniques to unblock energy channels (nadis) that balance active and passive forces and clear the mind
  • The most effective way of using herbs to fully integrate the power of your practice
  • Mastering yoga with the application of mantra, visualization, and special techniques – prana dharana – taught in the Yoga Sutra.

Reconnection, balance, flexibility, strength, stamina, and agility are the natural outcomes of this particular series of yoga practices.


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5-Day Retreat July 17 â€“ 22, 2016

Immerse yourself in the peaceful and spiritually vibrant energy of the Himalayan Institute, and maximize the retreat setting to practice, refine, and experience what you learned during the weekend.

Based on your current capacities, experiences, and precise needs and goals, Pandit Tigunait will design your multi-level practicums, and will help you adjust, enhance, or design your practice to accelerate your innate potentials coming to fruition. To ensure you get ample personal attention and time to interact with a teacher, the practicums will be lead by Institute faculty in smaller groups.

In addition to daily satsanga, Q&A, and discussions, Pandit Tigunait and Spiritual Director, Rolf Sovik, will be available for personal appointments and mantra initiation.


Specialized Practices of Yoga for a Vibrant Body & Youthful Mind

In-Depth Workshop Only, $299
5-Day Retreat Only, $299

Pandit Rajmani Tigunait, PhD

Pandit Rajmani Tigunait, PhD, is a modern-day master and living link in the unbroken Himalayan Tradition. He is the successor to Sri Swami Rama of the Himalayas, and the spiritual head of the Himalayan Institute. As the author of numerous books, including his autobiography Touched by Fire: The Ongoing Journey of a Spiritual...
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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 14—22, 2016
Duration
9 days, 8 nights

$499 per person + accommodations

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Dates
Thursday, July 14, 2016Friday, July 22, 2016
Tuition
$499 per person + accommodations
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