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Yoga and the Path of Self-Discovery

Yoga and the Path of Self-Discovery

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Yoga and the Path of Self-Discovery

April 17—19, 2026
Pamela McKnightMarissa Montefreddi
With Marissa Montefreddi & Pamela McKnight

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Join us for a transformative 3-day retreat designed to guide you inward through intentional yoga, breathwork, meditation, and self-inquiry. Each day offers a thoughtfully curated rhythm of movement and stillness — inviting clarity, healing, and deep personal insight.

Daily Practices

Awaken each morning with dynamic, energizing yoga sessions that blend breath and movement to ignite vitality and cultivate mindful presence. As the day unfolds, transition into gentle, grounding practices — including Yin yoga — designed to relax the body, calm the mind, and support deep restoration.

Explore the power of stillness and inner awareness through guided breathwork, meditation, and Yoga Nidra. These subtle yet profound practices calm the nervous system, enhance mental clarity, and offer a gateway to deep inner peace.

More Than a Retreat

Beyond the daily sessions, immerse yourself in a Heart-Centered Workshop focused on emotional clarity and self-discovery. In addition, the Himalayan Institute offers a range of enriching experiences to support your stay, including nourishing, vegetarian, wholesome cuisine, and take time to explore the natural beauty surrounding you — with optional activities like hiking, kayaking, lakeside relaxation, massage, and Ayurvedic treatments.

Marissa Montefreddi

Marissa was drawn to meditation and yoga as a way to ease anxiety and explore a deeper sense of purpose. She began her journey as a self-taught student, immersing herself in books and personal practice. Her desire for deeper knowledge led her to complete her 200-hour RYT certification, after which she began teaching immedia...
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Pamela McKnight

Pamela McKnight is a 500-hour E-RYT Yoga instructor who has been teaching since 2014. Passionate about health and fitness, she believes yoga is powerful medicine that supports healing from within. For Pamela, yoga is more than movement — it is a path to balance, strength, and inner peace. Her practice is rooted in the belie...
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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
April 17—19, 2026
Duration
3 days, 2 nights
Teachers
Marissa Montefreddi & Pamela McKnight
$350 per person + accommodations

Registration

Dates
Friday, April 17, 2026 @ 3:00 pm–Sunday, April 19, 2026 @ 1:30 pm
Tuition
$350 per person + accommodations
Campus Info
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