Yoga and Meditation Retreat

Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom

Yoga and Meditation Retreat

A Practice Designed for Integration

Join renowned author and Director of the Kripalu School of Yoga, Rolf Gates, for a five-day yoga and meditation retreat on Kripalu's beautiful campus in the Berkshires.

In this retreat, you will:

Participate in periods of meditation, yoga practice, rest, and integration.
Spend two days in silence as a way to understand the nature and value of a silent practice.
Use the instructions found in the Yoga Sutras and offered by the Buddha to inform your efforts.

This program is suitable for all—while it is not a physically difficult retreat, it is recommended you have some experience in meditation and yoga. Return home with a deeper understanding of the practice and a greater sense of self.

NOTE: Participants may choose to spend all five days in silence once initial guidelines have been established.

Included In Your Stay

10+ Daily Yoga Classes

3 Nutritious Meals a Day

Access to the Kripalu Grounds

Schedule

OPENING DAY
2:00 pm	Check-in begins
4:45–6:00	Kripalu Yoga class
5:30–7:30	Dinner
7:30–9:00	Program Session

DAILY
6:45–7:15 am	Program Session
7:30–9:00	Silent Breakfast
9:00–11:30	Program Session
11:30–1:30 pm	Lunch
1:30–4:00	Program Session
4:45–6:00	Kripalu Yoga class
5:30–7:30	Dinner

CLOSING DAY
6:45–7:15 am	Kripalu Yoga class
7:30–9:00	Silent Breakfast
9:00–11:30	Program Session
11:30–1:30 pm	Lunch and Departure

Please note: Rooms are ready by 4:00 pm. You may store your bags in the Luggage Room until your room is available. On the day of departure, room check-out time is 10:00 am—you may remain on campus and take part in workshops until 2:00 pm. Actual times and schedules may vary; please see the Guest Boards or the schedule provided upon check-in for details and room locations.

FAQs

From private rooms to community-style dorms, our accommodations are intentionally simple—designed to help you unplug and feel grounded. Whether you're seeking solitude or connection, we offer a variety of options to support your stay.

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Registering for any Kripalu on campus experience includes three daily meals, daily yoga, and movement classes, and access to the Kripalu grounds and other amenities: including Healing Arts, the Shop, the Cafe, and our grounds.

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Online booking is available for 1–2 guests. Please select the appropriate booking button on the program page.

Yes. If a program is full, you may add yourself to the waitlist or by contacting registration@kripalu.org. If space becomes available, we’ll contact you in the order received.

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