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Tough Old Broads Yoga Retreat

Tough Old Broads Yoga Retreat

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Tough Old Broads Yoga Retreat

September 12—14, 2025
Melissa Collins
With Melissa Collins

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The Tough Old Broads are back and better than ever!
(Please note: Tough Old Broads is a state of mind. The retreat is open to all ages and genders.)

Do you need to lighten up? Make some changes in your life? Maybe you just need time for yourself. Tough Old Broads Yoga Retreat could be just the tonic you need.

Come join like-minded yogis for a weekend of rest and rejuvenation in the rolling hills of the Pocono Mountains.

Highlights include:
  • Bringing awareness of the subtle body to asana practice
  • Relaxation and Meditation
  • Group chanting
  • Embracing our Tough Old Broad wisdom
  • Opportunity to play 26-string harps
  • Conversation and laughter, lots of laughter!

There will be time to enjoy the Institute’s grounds and amenities and for personal reflection.

Retreat tuition is payable directly to Melissa Collins. Payments can be arranged by email ([email protected]) or over the phone at (607-687-1889)

Room and board is payable directly to the Himalayan Institute. There are many accommodation options. Please reserve your room through the Institute as early as possible.

Melissa Collins

Pain and fear brought Melissa to yoga. Joy keeps her there. 30 years ago, a doctor told Melissa she may have MS. Stunned by that diagnosis she thought, “What do I do now?” Yoga was the answer. Melissa started practicing the next day and has not stopped. Practice gave her a sense of control as well as a profound sense of joy...
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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
September 12—14, 2025
Duration
3 days, 2 nights
Teachers
Melissa Collins
$225 per person + accommodations

Registration

Dates
Friday, September 12, 2025 @ 7:00 pm–Sunday, September 14, 2025 @ 1:30 pm
Tuition
$225 per person + accommodations
Campus Info
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