Take a step back from the hustle and bustle of your daily life for some personal restoration with our Stretch and Play Retreat. We have designed a weekend of activities that are fun, restorative, and accessible to everyone. We focus on nourishing your emotional and physical health through yoga, meditative practices of art therapy, and the beautiful setting of the Pocono mountains. This time together is geared to be fun and lighthearted with activities to brighten your mind and soul. Take time for yourself!

This wonderful retreat experience includes:
  • Restorative yoga
  • Yin yoga
  • Meditation and Walking Meditation
  • Stress relief workshop
  • Watercolor painting sessions presented by Susan Sopira, Artist and Educator
  • Relaxing crafting sessions presented by Yulia Rovny, Artist and Occupational Therapist
  • Tour of chocolate and coffee facility
  • An evening bonfire by the Pond

AND if you sign up for the bonus day we will include two additional workshops:

  • Meditation for Stress Relief
  • How To Make Your Own Sourdough

In addition to our Amazing Retreat Schedule, at the Himalayan Institute you have access to:

  • Morning yoga classes
  • Three nourishing vegetarian meals daily
  • Explorations in self-awareness
  • Meditation in the Sri Vidya Shrine
  • 400 acres of wooded hiking trails and vistas
  • The Marketplace Bookstore and Gift Shop
  • Free Wi-Fi

Thursday, June 27 (Bonus Day!)
  • 4:00 PM Bonus Day Check-in
  • 5:00 PM Hatha Yoga with Himalayan Institute instructor
  • 6:00 PM Prayers and Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
  • 6:00 PM Dinner
  • 7:30-9:00 PM Meditation for Stress Relief Workshop and Guided Meditation with Toni, Lotus Room
  • 10:00 PM Silence Observed until 7:30 AM
Friday, June 28

Bonus Day Additional Programming:

  • 6:00 AM Prayers and Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
  • 7:00 AM Hatha Yoga with Himalayan Institute instructor
  • 7:30-8:30 AM Breakfast
  • 10:00-11:30 AM Sourdough Workshop | Dining Annex
  • 12:30-1:30 PM Lunch
  • 2:00-3:00 PM Walking Mediational with Laura, Front Patio

4:00 Check-in for Stretch and Play Retreat

  • 5:00 PM Hatha Yoga with Himalayan Institute instructor
  • 6:00 PM Prayers and Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
  • 6:00 PM Dinner
  • 7:30-9:00 PM Getting To Know You! And Chakra Sun Catcher Craft Workshop with Yulia, Lotus Room
  • 10:00 PM Silence Observed until 7:30 AM
Saturday, June 29
  • 6:00 AM Prayers and Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
  • 7:00 AM Hatha Yoga with Himalayan Institute instructor
  • 7:30-8:30 AM Breakfast
  • 8:45-9:45 AM Yin Yoga with Toni, Lotus Room
  • 10:00-12:00 AM Chocolate Factory Tour and Nature Hike with Laura (Collect Flowers for Craft Project), Front Patio
  • 12:30-1:30 PM Lunch
  • 2:00-4:00 PM Craft Project and Watercolor Painting Class, Tea Room
  • 4:00-5:30 PM Gentle and Restorative Yoga with Laura, Lotus Room
  • 6:00 PM Prayers and Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
  • 6:00 PM Dinner
  • 7:30-9:30 PM Bonfire at Sunset Pond
  • 10:00 PM Silence Observed until 7:30 AM
Sunday, June 30
  • 6:00 AM Prayers and Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
  • 7:00 AM Hatha Yoga with Himalayan Institute instructor
  • 7:30-8:30 AM Breakfast
  • 8:30-9:30 AM Final Words, Chai and Cookies
  • 9:30-12:00 AM Free Time or Schedule Spa Services
  • 12:30-1:30 PM Lunch
  • 1:30 PM Check out