3 Day Yoga, Ayurveda, and Hiking Weekend Retreat in the Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania

Following check-in, an optional yoga class, and a delicious dinner prepared in the Ayurvedic kitchen, you will begin Lifepath Retreat with Friday Evening Restorative Asana (Yoga) Practice, Pranayama (calming breath practice) followed by Yoga Nidra (powerful relaxation practice with guided meditation), allowing you to unwind as you settle into the essence of being on Retreat.

During the weekend, you will engage in lectures and discussions about the transformational life science of Ayurveda-(Yoga lifestyle & nutrition practices based on the 5-elements of nature). You have the opportunity to fill out a "Dosha" questionnaire which will assist you in determining your Ayurvedic Constitution based on a unique composition of nature's elements.

You will learn about the fundamentals of Ayurveda (the 5 elements and 3 dosha's), characteristics of each dosha (Constitution type), health conditions that may arise from an imbalance in your Ayurvedic Constitution, and how to bring balance to your Ayurvedic Constitution through nutritional and lifestyle practices to promote optimal health, vitality, and emotional well-being.

There will be discussions on The Ayurveda Clock-aligning with the cycles of nature through an Ayurvedic perspective-looking at the 24 hour day; the seasons of the year; the seasons of life.

Each day you will experience guided Yoga practices specifically designed to balance Vata (grounding practices to balance the transformational nature of Autumn). You will take part in mindful hikes on the Retreat Center's groomed forested trails incorporating Qigong (energy practices), Asana (Yoga), and Meditation along the path.

Daily schedule

Friday Evening Schedule

• 17:00 Hatha Yoga class (optional/ taught by Institute's teacher)
• 18:00 - 19:00 Dinner
• 19:30 - 21:00 Orientation and Gentle Asana followed by Yoga Nidra
• 21:30 Prayers and meditation / Sri Vidya Shrine (optional)

Saturday Schedule

• 06:00 Prayers and meditation / Sri Vidya Shrine (optional)
• 07:00 Hatha Yoga class (optional / taught by institute's teachers)
• 07:30 - 08:30 Breakfast
• 09:00 - 12:30 Ayurveda lecture / discussion and Ayurveda Balancing Yoga Practice
• 12:30 - 15:00 Free time to relax or to schedule additional healing or spa treatment
• 12:30 - 13:30 Lunch
• 14:00-15:00 Tour of MOKA Origins- a mission-driven coffee and chocolate factory on the grounds (optional)
• 15:30 - 17:00 Mindful Hike on the Retreat Center's forested Red Trail
• 18:00 - 19:00 Dinner
• 21:30 Prayers and meditation / Sri Vidya Shrine (optional)

Sunday Schedule

• 06:00 Prayers and meditation / Sri Vidya Shrine (optional)
• 07:00 Hatha Yoga class (optional / taught by Institute's teacher)
• 07:30 - 08:30 Breakfast
• 09:00 - 12:00 Mindful Morning Hike/QiGong Practice at Sunset Pond, Ayurveda lecture and discussion, and Ayurveda Balancing Yoga Practice
• 12:30 - 13:30 Lunch
• Check-out is at 12:30 p.m.

You are welcome to stay for lunch and explore the beautiful grounds of the Retreat Center on Sunday afternoon.

Distances

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP), nearest commercial airport, a one hour drive by car.

From Scranton, PA 45 minute drive by car

From New York City 2.5 hour drive by car

From Newark, NJ 2.5 hour drive by car

From Philadelphia, PA 3 hour drive by car

From Binghamton, NY 1.25 hours by car

From Boston, MA 5 hours by car

From Washington, DC 5 hours by car

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Included with this package are three meals per day; delicious, hearty vegetarian or vegan meals prepared in the Retreat Center's Ayurvedic kitchen. Most often served are fresh, organic, wholesome foods. Unlimited tea is available in the 24/7 tea lounge. There is filtered water available.

• 2 nights accommodation
• 6 delicious and nutritious vegetarian or vegan meals prepared in the Himalayan Institute's Ayurveda kitchen
• 3 Hatha yoga classes taught by institute's teacher (optional)
• 10 hours of program
• 1 Restorative yoga and yoga Nidra
• 2 Ayurveda-balancing yoga classes
• 2 Ayurveda lectures and discussions
• 2 Mindful Hikes - Qigong, asana, and meditation along the path
• Daily prayers and meditation in the Sri Vidya Shrine (optional)

• Additional Ayurvedic massage or healing spa treatments

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.