Paths to Renewal: YTA at Himalayan Institute

We are thrilled to announce YTA's very first weekend program to be held at the Himalayan Institute!

Join us for a special weekend with Luke Ketterhagen to discover how the many paths to renewal—yoga, meditation, pranayama, philosophy, relaxation, hiking, a supportive and like-minded community—can enhance your life.

The weekend will focus on time-tested practices and philosophies to heal and renew, starting on Friday evening with a lecture on foundational yogic principles followed by a session of supportive and restorative asana. On Saturday we’ll discuss how a steady and grounded asana practice is a gateway to freedom from our habit patterns and explore the healing power of pranayama. We will wrap up on Sunday with a session on meditation, the practice that the great sages say is “that which introduces you to yourself” and can help you renew every day.

There will be opportunities to connect with others over chai, on our group hike, and at Saturday night’s campfire, or you can choose to make your own path to renewal with a spa treatment, a walk in the woods, or other time on your own.

Whether you are a teacher looking to add skills to your repertoire, a serious student wanting to refine and deepen your practice, or just ready to get away to a peaceful setting to relax and renew, this weekend is for you!

Join your community and unplug with this blissful weekend led by Luke Ketterhagen. Discover new paths to renewal through the practices of asana, meditation, pranayama, philosophy, and restorative yoga.

Register by September 15 to take advantage of early bird pricing!

After graduating from Marquette University with a degree in biomedical sciences, Luke Ketterhagen immersed himself in the studies and practices of the Himalayan Tradition under the guidance of Pandit Rajmani Tigunait. He specializes in hatha yoga, meditation, and the yogic lifestyle and leads retreats and teaches nationally and internationally. Learn more at LukeKetterhagen.com.

Important notes

• Your registration through the YTA website is for the program fees only and includes all sessions with Luke, including a guided hike, plus a group campfire on Saturday night and chai gatherings.
• You must make arrangements for lodging and meals separately through the Himalayan Institute. Please use the booking code provided in your registration confirmation when making your arrangements. Check out the lodging options here. The $30 meal fee covers three delicious vegetarian/vegan meals (often with gluten-free options) per day. Please be aware that it is going to be a busy weekend at the institute, so we encourage you to make your reservations as soon as you can.
• YTA's cancellation policy: Cancellations of program fees made by October 15, 2018, will receive a full refund. Refunds for cancellations made between October 16 and October 30, 2018, are not guaranteed and will depend on whether we can meet the minimum requirements to cover program expenses without your participation. Please know that we will do our best to offer a full or partial refund depending on program enrollment. Unfortunately, we will not be able to offer any refunds for no-shows or cancellations made after October 30, 2018. (Please be aware that the Himalayan Institute has a separate but similar cancellation policy for accommodations.)

• Massages and other spa treatments are available at the institute's PureRejuv Wellness Center. 
  

Schedule

Friday, November 2

4 p.m.: Check in (rooms available after 3 p.m.)

4–5 p.m.: Welcome chai in the tea room

5 p.m.: Yoga class (optional)

6–7 p.m.: Dinner

7:30–9 p.m.: An Evening of Philosophy and Restorative Yoga

9:30–10:30 p.m.: Evening prayers and meditation (optional)

Saturday, November 3

6–7 a.m.: Morning prayers and meditation (optional)

7 a.m.: Yoga class (optional)

7:30–8:30 a.m.: Breakfast

10 a.m.–12 p.m.: Asana as a Gateway to Freedom

12:30–1:30 p.m.: Lunch

2–3 p.m.: Group Hike led by Luke

3:15–4:45 p.m.: Pranayama for Fulfillment and Freedom, to Heal and Renew

5–6 p.m.: Chai and Cookie Party (with presentation of HI products for resale)

6–7 p.m.: Dinner

7:30–8:30 p.m: Campfire at Sunset Pond

9:30–10:30: Evening prayers and meditation (optional)

Sunday, November 4

6–7 a.m.: Morning prayers and meditation (optional)

7 a.m.: Yoga class (optional)

7:30–8:30 a.m.: Breakfast

10 a.m.–12 p.m.: Meditation for Self-Understanding and Renewal

12 p.m.: Room check out

12:30–1:30: Lunch

Depart after lunch