Yes—the R&R experience is available for both overnight and day guests.

The Kripalu Retreat & Renewal day pass experience begins as early as 6:00 am and ends at 9:30 pm. The cost includes three meals in the Dining Hall, enrollment to day classes and experiences, and access to the Kripalu grounds. Healing Arts service can be added at an additional cost.

Please refer to our full cancellation policy.

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Teens aged 16 and 17 may attend Kripalu R&R accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

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Yes, we offer scholarships for both R&R day passes and R&R overnight.

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Your R&R stay begins at 2:00 pm on the day of your arrival, with room check-out at 10:00 am, and 2:00 pm end to activity/campus access the day of your departure.

Spaces for outdoor activities—including archery, guided hiking, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding—are limited and fill quickly. Advanced registration is required. Call 413.448.3152 to reserve your spot. 

Note These activities are available exclusively for Retreat & Renewal guests. 

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Outdoor Activity Agreements

Outdoor activities at Kripalu are shared experiences that rely on mindfulness, mutual respect, and personal responsibility. Portions of each activity will call for group silence and reflection. To support the safety and enjoyment of all participants, we ask that you: 

• Follow all guide and facilitator instructions. 
• Remain aware of your surroundings and the well-being of the group. 
• Stay within designated activity areas and with the group unless otherwise directed. 
• Communicate any concerns, limitations, injuries, or discomfort to staff. 
• Treat fellow participants, staff, equipment, and the natural environment with care and respect. 
• Be open to learning, receiving feedback, and adapting to changing conditions. 
• Refrain from behavior that is unsafe, disruptive, or negatively impacts the experience of others.

Activity-Specific Expectations 

Hiking 
Stay on designated trails and remain with the group at all times unless otherwise directed. 

Kayaking & Stand-Up Paddleboarding 
Wear required safety equipment including life vests and remain within designated paddling areas. 
Stay within a shouting distance of guides at all times while on the water.  
Proper use of all equipment, boats, paddles, etc. 

Archery 
Follow all range commands immediately. 
Bows may only be pointed at designated targets—never at another person. 
Do not retrieve arrows or handle equipment unless instructed to do so by staff. 

For the safety of all participants, failure to follow guide instructions or safety expectations may result in removal from the activity and are at the discretion of the lead guide.