Kripalu Retreat & Renewal
A Healing Self-Guided Experience
The Kripalu R&R experience—our signature retreat—allows you the freedom to choose what you need while you’re here. Maybe it’s a full schedule of yoga classes, healing arts, and outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking. Maybe you’re craving a lot of free time for reflection and rest. Whatever path you take, you’ll enjoy delicious healthy meals from the Kripalu Kitchen and the support and care of our beloved faculty. Let the transformative healing begin!
"Kripalu is a sanctuary that allowed me to truly unwind and relax."
—R&R Guest
Note The R&R experience begins at 2:00 pm on your arrival day and ends at 2:00 pm on your departure day (room check-out ends at 10:00 am). There are no Saturday arrivals or departures for overnight stays.
Curriculum
INCLUDED IN YOUR STAY
Three daily all-natural meals from the Kripalu Kitchen. Preview the menu here! Daily classes and workshops—including yoga, dance, movement, Ayurveda, and more. (See a preview schedule below!) Access to more than 100 acres of hiking trails, walking paths, a private lakefront area, and indoor amenities—including our beloved Kripalu Shop. |
SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE
 |  | Image
|
| 6:30–8:00 am | Yoga and Meditation Classes (Gentle and Moderate Levels) |
| 7:30–9:00 am | Silent Breakfast |
| 9:30–11:00 am | Morning Experience (Choice of one—examples here) Self-Care, Life Skill, or Posture Workshop Guided Hiking and Kayaking, Outdoor and Indoor Meditation Workshops |
| 12:00–1:00 pm | Community Share Circle |
| 12:00–1:00 pm | YogaDance® |
| 12:00–1:30 pm | Lunch |
| 2:00–4:00 pm | Afternoon Experience (Choice of one—examples here) Self-Care, Life Skill, or Posture Workshop Guided Hiking and Kayaking, Outdoor and Indoor Meditation Workshops |
| 4:45–5:45 pm | Yoga and Meditation Classes (Gentle, Intermediate, and Vinyasa Levels) |
| 6:00–7:00 pm | Dinner |
| 7:30–8:30 pm | Intention Setting Experience (Choice of one—examples here) Blissful Bedtime Yoga, Sound Healing, or Community Share Circle |
This is a sample schedule for a full day to help describe the R&R experience. Your experience will differ on both check-in and check-out days. Your R&R stay begins at 2:00 pm on the day of your arrival and ends at 2:00 pm the day of your departure.
Explore upcoming Day by Day schedule
Please note that times, classes, workshops, experiences, and room locations are subject to change in these full schedules. All workshops and classes are optional, and you are encouraged and empowered to participate or not as you desire. Guided outdoor adventures and the sound bath workshops require pre-registration prior to arrival; please call Registrations at 413.448.3500 to sign up.
Learn more about the Kripalu R&R philosophy here.
HEALING ARTS
Explore the state of your mind and body with the compassionate guidance of our skilled practitioners with Kripalu’s Healing Arts treatments—including bodywork, energy work, facial treatments, and more. Book your appointment now.
Please note Healing Arts services are an add-on to your R&R stay. We recommend booking your Healing Arts appointment prior to your arrival on campus.
Dates and Costs
OVERNIGHT RATES
Overnight rates include three meals, access to workshops and yoga classes, and full use of the Kripalu grounds. Healing Arts services can be added at an additional cost. At this time, there is a two-night minimum stay in place for Fridays and Saturdays.
| Monday–Sunday & Holidays | $99.00 + accommodations |
Learn more about Kripalu's accommodations.
DAY PASS RATES
Day pass rates include three meals, access to workshops and yoga classes, and full use of the Kripalu grounds. Healing Arts services can be added at an additional cost. Check-in begins as early as 6:00 am and ends at 9:30 pm.
| Monday–Friday | $150.00 |
| Saturday & Sunday | $150.00 |
BERKSHIRE-AREA RESIDENT DISCOUNT
If you are a Berkshire County resident—or you live within 45 miles of Kripalu—we invite you to visit and experience everything we have to offer at 40% off our regular day pass pricing every Wednesday and Thursday. Spaces are limited so register early for access. Learn more.
| Wednesdays & Thursdays | $90.00 |
How to Plan Your Visit
Once you've decided on your experience, choose your room type.
| SHADOWBROOK Choose from standard, classic, or economy rooms—situated in the iconic main building—with or without a view. | ANNEX Select a room in our newer, more recently renovated addition with or without a view. |
Note Room images may not correspond to the actual room received. Rates listed here reflect the lowest available option and can vary depending on room location and view. Rates displayed are subject to change.
FAQ
What does a day pass include?
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.
Teens aged 16 and 17 may attend Kripalu R&R accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Learn more.
Yes—to learn more about eligibility and availability, please see our scholarship form here.
Your R&R stay begins at 2:00 pm on the day of your arrival and ends at 2:00 pm the day of your departure.
STAY IN THE LOOP
Are you signed up for our emails? Sign up today and receive updates on engaging programs, Kripalu news, and so much more!
Apply
Yoga opens our bodies, our minds, and our spirit. Kripalu R&R is an opening invitation for us to create a better world—together. See you soon!
Locals Discount | If you are a Berkshire County resident—or you live within 45 miles of Kripalu—we invite you to visit and experience everything we have to offer at 40% off our regular day pass pricing every Wednesday and Thursday. Spaces are limited so register early for access. Learn more and book online.
NEW Scholarship offerings | Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we are proud to offer full-tuition scholarships for R&R. These scholarships cover up to two nights—weekdays only—of an R&R stay, including housing, meals, and R&R programming. Please note that there are some blackout dates listed and at this time, bookings are only open on a rolling basis. To see eligibility requirements and available programs, complete the form and book now.
You Might Also Be Interested In
Unplugged at Kripalu
Unplugged at Kripalu: It’s leaning into discomfort. It’s embracing change.
Accommodations
Our rooms offer you the experience of a retreat—simple and without distractions.