Spring Equinox: Celebrating New Beginnings

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Spring Equinox: Celebrating New Beginnings

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Spring Equinox: Celebrating New Beginnings

March 15—17, 2024

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Let us gather to honor the newness that Spring brings upon us.

The Spring Equinox is symbolism for the light coming in after the dark. There is so much meaning from having a ceremony to honor the shifts of the season. As we walk into the doorway of spring’s beauty we can celebrate the wisdom that winter brought through for us as we choose to shed the heavy and move forward basking in the light.

The arrival of each season has been historically honored by many cultures. This retreat is for those who are ready to create intentions of new. The teachings of winter are the seeds and now we can nurture the seedlings and choose where and how we wish to bloom.

This weekend is focused on nourishment and creation.

Often from life’s everyday go go go, we do not have the opportunity to drop into the deeper state of peace necessary for our well-being. What would happen in your life by spending a weekend connecting deeper to yourself and nature? When we work to align to the rhythms of nature we quickly witness a transformation both internally and externally.

As the retreat begins we will acknowledge, reflect, and pay tribute to the winter season and then we will move forward into the work of new beginnings. The year of 2024 in numerology is the year of “8” which represents abundance. Each intentional workshop through the weekend we will weave abundance into the map of spring’s magic.

Workshops will be focused on honoring new beginnings through practices of:
  • Moka Origins Cacao Ceremonies / Divine DJ music
  • Crystal Soundbath Meditation
  • Yoga / Somatic Movement
  • EFT Tapping
  • Breathwork / Yoga Nidra
  • Guided Visualization / Subconscious Restoring
  • Spring Equinox Workshop
  • Letting go Fire Ceremony
  • Community Connection / Share Circle

Each participant will receive a spring wellness package.

Limited Scholarship Spaces are available; please inquire for application.

Amy Lee Flower

Amy Lee Flower has a multifaceted approach to creating unique yoga and meditation programs that help children, teens, women, & families. In 2015, she became a trauma-informed Kripalu Yoga and Mindfulness teacher. She is the founder of Shanti Students, a program that brings yoga, meditation, and mindfulness into 30+ schools...
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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
March 15—17, 2024
Duration
3 days, 2 nights

$299 per person + accommodations

Registration

Dates
Friday, March 15, 2024 @ 7:00 pmSunday, March 17, 2024 @ 1:00 pm
Tuition
$299 per person + accommodations
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