On Campus Embodiment & Movement Ayurveda and Yoga for Healthy Weight Loss and Wellness Larissa Hall Carlson Kari Harendorf See all presenters Strategies for a Lifetime of Healthy LivingWellness and healthy weight management are best supported by a personalized approach, which the science of Ayurveda can joyfully provide. Whether you consider yourself underweight, overweight, or a yo-yo dieter, Ayurveda's wholesome, harmonizing approach to diet and lifestyle for the doshas will help you find a more comfortable balance. Join yoga teacher and former Dean of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda, Larissa Hall Carlson, and Ayurvedic Practitioner and Certified Yoga Therapist, Kari Harendorf, for an informative, uplifting, and compassionate approach to the "when, what, and how" of eating to best optimize metabolism, digestion, elimination, and dosha balancing. Through experiential opportunities, Q&A, lectures and more, learn ancient wellness strategies for modern times, including: Understand which Ayurvedic diet, lifestyle, and self-care techniques to prioritize for optimal digestion, elimination, metabolism, and energy.Discover why your current diet and exercise may not be working well for you.Explore how to gently detox your environment and your body to aid digestion and transformation.Learn how to best approach a sustainable yoga and movement routine for ongoing body-mind comfort and harmony.Explore gentle yoga poses, slow dosha balancing sequences, and other soothing practices that will set you up for a lifetime of healthy Ayurvedic living. The program is designed for anyone interested in incorporating gentle/intermediate yoga and Ayurveda into their wellness practices for healthy weight and wellness. No prior experience is necessary. All are welcome. Included in Your Stay Daily Yoga Classes 3 Nutritious Meals a Day Access to the Kripalu Grounds Schedule OPENING DAY2:00 pmCheck-in begins4:45–6:00Kripalu Yoga class5:30–7:30Dinner7:30–9:00Program SessionDAILY6:30–7:45Kripalu Yoga class7:30–9:00Silent Breakfast9:00–11:30 amProgram Session11:30–1:30 pmLunch1:30–4:00Program Session4:45–6:00Kripalu Yoga class5:30–7:30DinnerCLOSING DAY6:30–7:45Kripalu Yoga class7:30–9:00Silent Breakfast10:00 amRoom check-out ends9:00–11:00Program Session11:30 am–1:30 pmLunch and DeparturePlease 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 What are your accommodations? 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.View All Accommodations What’s included in my overnight stay? 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. Plan My Visit Can I book for me and another person? Online booking is available for 1–2 guests. Please select the appropriate booking button on the program page. Do you have a waitlist if my preferred program is full? 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. Where do I go to see all programs offered at Kripalu? For a full view of programs, visit our experiences page.Explore All Programming Presenter(s) Larissa Hall Carlson Faculty Read Bio Kari Harendorf Presenter Read Bio Book Now March 22–27, 2026 Starting at $425 Per person, plus accommodations BOOK NOW (1 ADULT)BOOK NOW (2 ADULTS) View our accommodationsView our cancellation policy Jump To... Overview Included in Your Stay Schedule FAQs Presenter(s)
What are your accommodations? 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.View All Accommodations
What’s included in my overnight stay? 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. Plan My Visit
Can I book for me and another person? Online booking is available for 1–2 guests. Please select the appropriate booking button on the program page.
Do you have a waitlist if my preferred program is full? 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.
Where do I go to see all programs offered at Kripalu? For a full view of programs, visit our experiences page.Explore All Programming
March 22–27, 2026 Starting at $425 Per person, plus accommodations BOOK NOW (1 ADULT)BOOK NOW (2 ADULTS) View our accommodationsView our cancellation policy
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On Campus Oct 5, 2025 - Oct 10, 2025 The Breath of Life Course A biodynamic craniosacral training Koa Kalish
On Campus Weekend Format Oct 10, 2025 - Oct 13, 2025 The Fundamentals of Longevity The art and science of breathwork, cold water immersion, and well-being Samuel Whiting Rachel Lee
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On Campus Jan 11, 2026 - Jan 16, 2026 Acceptance and Commitment Therapy A skills-based training retreat John Forsyth Jamie Forsyth
On Campus Weekend Format Jan 16, 2026 - Jan 19, 2026 Qigong to Increase Your Healing Power Robert Peng
On Campus Weekend Format Jan 16, 2026 - Jan 19, 2026 The Secret Language of the Body Nervous system immersion Karden Rabin