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Winter Wellness Retreat
with Evolution Power Yoga
February 24—27, 2022
With
Evolution Power Yoga
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Program CalendarJoin Evolution Power Yoga for a winter retreat to relax, restore, and nourish yourself; body, and mind. This 4-day, 3-night wellness getaway has everything you need to disconnect from the busy day-to-day and reconnect to what matters most.
Hosted by Lisa Taylor and Roberta Strickler, yoga instructors with over 50 years combined experience, this is a weekend getaway suitable for all levels of yoga experience and ability.
Included in your 4 day/3 night stay:
You’ll enjoy daily yoga, a 3-part meditation series, and numerous activities to create the perfect balance of movement, mindfulness, and social gathering.
- Daily Morning Yoga: 2 Vinyasa Yoga Classes & 2 Restorative Yoga Classes (1/day)
- 3-Part Meditation Workshop Series: Meditation I, Meditation II, Pranayama + Meditation
- Chai & Cookie Social
- SnowShoe Hike
- Moka S’mores Social
- Bonfire
Add-on services:
During your stay, free time is built into each daily schedule, allowing you time to schedule additional treatments and relax in your own unique way. Add-on services include:
- Massage treatments including ayurvedic Garshana, Shirodhara and/or steam Jin Shin Jyutsu, Reiki or Craniosacral therapy
- Ayurvedic Treatments
- Additional Wellness Treatments
Campus Amenities:
In addition to the scheduled activities, you will have access to:
- 3 daily meals (with the exception of 2/24, 2/27 — 2 meals)
- Meditation in the Sri Vidya Shrine
- 400 acres of wooded hiking trails and vistas
- MarketPlace Bookstore and Giftshop
- Moka Cafe
- Unlimited Wi-Fi
Please note that room and board is an additional cost and varies depending on room choice
Early bird special | First 10 bookings receive $70 off!
Lisa Taylor
Lisa Taylor has been teaching yoga in south-central Pennsylvania since opening Evolution Power Yoga 20 years ago. Since she began her practice, she has expanded her studio locations into 3 cities, created and led numerous yoga teacher trainings as part of the Evolution Learning Institute 1250-hour, 5-module YTT Course Progr...
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Roberta Strickler
Roberta has been teaching yoga, meditation, and ayurveda principles in central Pennsylvania since 1995 when she earned her first certificate as a yoga teacher from the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. Since then, Roberta has maintained a consistent practice in the yoga world, earning multiple certificates and completing...
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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.
$399
per person + accommodations
First 10 bookings receive $70 off!
First 10 bookings receive $70 off!
Registration
Dates
Thursday, February 24, 2022 @ 12:00 pm–Sunday, February 27, 2022 @ 1:30 pm
Tuition
$399 per person + accommodations
First 10 bookings receive $70 off!
First 10 bookings receive $70 off!
Campus Info
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