Spring Equinox Celebration

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Spring Equinox Celebration

Honoring New Beginnings

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Spring Equinox Celebration

Honoring New Beginnings
March 17—19, 2023

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

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Let us CELEBRATE the art of RENEWAL

Spring is our great teacher of rebirth and bright inner bloom.

This time can be extremely potent when intentionally planting seeds in the fertile soil of our heart’s true desire. Winter brings forth many endings. What does not truly serve us for the greatest and highest good has its ending. Not all endings are bright and cheerful; they often bring pain to the patterns and grief to the heart that remembers deeply. This retreat will be an opportunity to reflect on the great teachings of our unique Winter experience as the sure foundation to move us forward into brighter days.

The momentum of Spring 2023 will be filled with FRESH exciting beginnings. We are moving forward; let us honor this natural process together!

This retreat will support those who are seeking restoration and creation — a total transformation. As we learn useful skills of intentional mindfulness, our whole life can begin to change for the better. Participants will feel confident and supported for a lasting effect of inspiration.

Through connection to self and a supportive community, we will gather to honor the brighter days ahead — welcoming new life and the joy of expansive growth!

Workshops will be focused on celebrating beginnings through practices of:
  • Moka Origins Cacao Ceremonies / Music
  • Crystal Sound Bath Meditation
  • EFT Tapping
  • Yoga / Somatic Movement
  • Breathwork / Yoga Nidra
  • Guided Visualization / Subconscious Restoring
  • Spring Equinox Celebration Workshop
  • Letting go / Release Fire Ceremony
  • Spring Vision Creative Workshop
  • Community Connection / Share circle

Each participant will receive an intentional self-care package. This curated gift will be used throughout the weekend and will help keep the practices going after the retreat.

“Nothing ever seems impossible in spring, you know.”
― L. M. Montgomery

*Tuition is sliding scale $299-$499 to help support Retreat Scholarship Opportunities.

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 17—19, 2023
Duration
3 days, 2 nights

$299 per person + accommodations Tuition is sliding scale $299-$499 to help support Retreat Scholarship Opportunities

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Dates
Friday, March 17, 2023 @ 7:00 pmSunday, March 19, 2023 @ 1:00 pm
Tuition
$299 per person + accommodations Tuition is sliding scale $299-$499 to help support Retreat Scholarship Opportunities
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