Step Into Service
June 14—17, 2026
With
Brian Fulp
Step Into Service is a hands-on introduction to life in the Himalayan Institute community. Designed for those exploring our Seva or Residential programs, this experience offers a meaningful way to step into service, rhythm, and community living.
Over four days, you’ll:
- Participate in daily hatha yoga
- Learn about our Residential & Seva programs
- Contribute to real-time community projects and events
- Experience the spirit of intentional living firsthand
This program is ideal for individuals who are:
- Service-minded and ready to contribute
- Taking a gap season (college break, career transition, recent retirement)
- Physically able to participate in light event setup and teardown
- Self-directed and able to take responsibility for their personal process
- Drawn to the healing power of yoga and community
- Interested in being part of something larger than themselves
Step Into Service often takes place alongside vibrant community gatherings such as:
- Free Community Open House (May)
- Rhythm & Spice Indian Street Food Night (June)
- Harvest Moon Festival (September)
You won’t just observe—you’ll help bring these events to life.
Sample Schedule
Sunday
- Arrival, campus tour, community dinner, and orientation
Monday & Tuesday
- Morning yoga
- Event setup and service projects
- Chai time and community meals
- Introduction to Residential & Seva pathways
- Evening program participation and teardown
Wednesday
- Morning yoga and closing service
Step Into Service is not a retreat in the traditional sense—it’s an immersion. It’s an opportunity to work, practice, connect, and experience the living rhythm of the Himalayan Institute.
If you’re curious whether Seva or Residential life might be right for you, this is a meaningful first step.
All-access pricing includes tuition, accommodations, amenities, and dining!
Brian Fulp
Brian Fulp has been an integral part of the Himalayan Institute since 1997. He played a crucial role in bringing the Institute into the digital age by developing its first website, HimalayanInstitute.org. As the leader of the Web Department for over a decade, Brian's expertise in digital platforms significantly expanded the...
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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.
Registration
Dates
Sunday, June 14, 2026 @ 4:00 pm–Wednesday, June 17, 2026 @ 12:30 pm
Tuition
$149 per person
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