We offer weekend retreats at the Himalayan Institute, in Honesdale, PA.
Retreats Are Back!
End of Summer Meditation Retreat: Sept 3-7
- Fundamentals of Meditation: Sept 3-5
- Continuing Meditation and Eastern Philosophy: Sept 5-7
These retreats include:
Yoga Classes
Start the day with yoga taught by Himalayan Institute staff.
Amazing Food
Three fantastic meals a day based on a tridoshic, Northern Indian, vegetarian model.
Outdoor Recreational Activities
Enjoy guided light hiking on the Institute’s trails and experience the stunning beauty of all four seasons in the Poconos. There is also free time to enjoy the grounds and facility on one’s own, including booking treatments and massages at the health center.
Meditation
The weekend revolves around receiving instruction in meditation fundamentals, practicing meditation techniques, and group discussions.
The Fundamentals of Meditation weekend course consists of instruction in meditation technique, practice sessions, informative discussions, and some light hiking around the beautiful Himalayan Institute grounds. There will also be free time for reading, relaxing, or perhaps getting a massage. By the end of the weekend, you will have an excellent foundation to begin a meditation practice, or improve your existing one.
Accommodations and meals are booked through the Himalayan Institute.
Basic accommodation and meal plan is $95 per night. Higher end rooms may be available if booked sufficiently in advance.
Tuition is $225.
Payment by check at the retreat,
Payable to Meditation International
Or by Venmo, talk to Wes.
To Register: Email wes@meditationinternational.com
Or call with any additional questions 215-880-4031
Fundamentals of Meditation
– Sample Schedule
Friday
4:30-5:45 pm Asana Class | Led By H.I. Staff
6-7 pm Dinner
7:15-7:30 Orientation | Sunset Room
7:30-9:30pm – Introduction and Instruction
Saturday
7-8 am Asana Class | Led By H.I. Staff
7:30-8:30 am Breakfast
8:30-9:00 Individual Help With Seated Pose
9:00-11:00 am Instruction | Sunset Room
11:00-11:30 am Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
11:30-12:30 pm Hike | Easy walk
12:30-1:30 pm lunch
2-3 pm free time
3:00-3:45 pm Silent Hike
4:00-4:30 pm Asana and Pranayama
4:30-5:00 pm Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
5:00-6 pm Group Discussion | Sunset Room
6-7 pm Dinner
7:30-8:30 pm Mindful Bonfire
8:45-9:15 pm Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
Sunday
7-8 am Asana Class | Led By H.I. Staff
7:30-8:30 am Breakfast
8:45-10:45 am Hike or drive to waterfall
11:00-11:30 pm Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
11:30-12:30 pm Group Discussion
12:30-2 pm Lunch
2 pm Departure
The Continuing Meditation and Eastern Philosophy course is for regular meditators or those who have already completed the basic weekend course with Wes. Join us Sunday evening through Tuesday lunch for the two day extension. The philosophy portion will consist of an introduction to the Bhagavad Gita, the Yoga Sutras, and the Tao Te Ching. In order to follow along with page references, the following editions will be taught from and are recommended:
Bhagavad Gita – Eknath Easwaren (Blue Cover)
Inside the Yoga Sutras – Reverend Jaganath Carrera
Tao Te Ching – Stephen Mitchell (Pocket Edition)
You can sign up for either the first two days, or the last two days, or all four at a discount, it’s up to you. The basics will not be taught in this course; students joining should be able to meditate with eyes closed, in silence, in some form of seated posture, for at least twenty minutes on their own.
Accommodations and meals are booked through the Himalayan Institute.
Basic accommodation and meal plan is $95 per night. Higher end rooms may be available if booked sufficiently in advance.
Tuition is $225
*$175 if having completed Fundamentals
Payment by check at the retreat.
Make check to Meditation International
Or by Venmo, talk to Wes.
To Register: Email wes@meditationinternational.com
Or call with any additional questions 215-880-4031
Continuing Meditation and Eastern Philosophy
– Sample Schedule
Sunday
6-7 pm Dinner
7:15-7:30 pm Orientation | Sunset Room
7:30-9:00 pm Brainwaves and Meditation
9:00-9:30 pm Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
Monday
7-8 am Asana Class | Check Lobby
7:30-8:30 am Breakfast
9:00-10:30 Introduction to The Bhagavad Gita
10:30-11:15 am Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
11:30-12:30 pm Hike
12:30-1:30 pm lunch
1:30-3:00 pm free time
3-4 pm Hike
4:00-5:15 pm Exploring Pranayama
5:15-5:45 pm Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
6-7 pm Dinner
7:30-9:00 pm Introduction to the Yoga Sutras
9:00-9:30 pm Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
Tuesday
7-8 am Asana Class | Check Lobby
7:30-8:30 am Breakfast
9-10 am Hike
10:15-11:00 pm Meditation | Sri Vidya Shrine
11:00-12:30 pm The Tao Te Ching and I-Ching
12:30-1:30 pm Lunch
2 pm Departure
