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show details of programs in progressSunday, May 19, 2013
Ayurvedic Bodywork Training: Shirodhara, Vishesh, and Shiro-Abhyanga-Nasya
For bodyworkers (see note below). This program offers training in the techniques of Ayurvedic bodywork. Under the guidance of Hilary Garivaltis, Dean of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda, you learn Ayurvedic theory as applied to bodywork, including the five elements and three doshas, or constitutions How to use the body’s marmas, or energy points, in the healing process Shirodhara, a treatment using warm oil poured rhythmically on the forehead Vishesh, a rhythmic deep massage with oil Shiro-Abhyanga-Nasya, a head, neck, and shoulder treatment using steam and nasal drops Ceremony and mantra, or sacred sound, to establish a calm and healing environment. more …
Preventing and Reversing Diabetes
Don’t let diabetes control you; take charge of your health and life. If you have type 2 diabetes or are pre-diabetic and are serious about changing your health and living a longer, more vibrant life, then don’t miss this program. more …
Women's Qigong for Health and Vitality
For women at all fitness levels. The ancient Chinese healing art of qigong has been a source of health and longevity for women for thousands of years. more …
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
The Pleasures of Pelvic Power! Yoga Meets the Franklin Method
For women only. Imagine waking up to your best-feeling self. This retreat will create a sense of sweetness in your body as you develop the ability to sense and feel the bones, muscles, and motions of your pelvis—an important power center for women. more …
Friday, May 24, 2013
Diving Into the Body: The Essentials of Energy Medicine for Self-Care
Explore the energy field, the basics of energy medicine, and the fundamentals of vitality and energy flow with medical doctor Ann Marie Chiasson, who began to learn and practice energy medicine prior to entering medical school. more …
Yoga for a Better Back: Five Secrets for a Feel-Good Body Using the Franklin Method
Most pain in the body is caused by something we are doing. Once we can picture how the body is supposed to work and move, we can change the mechanics of our movements. more …
Friday, May 31, 2013
Creating Ease: An Introduction to Yoga, Meditation, and Stress Management
What will your life look like in 5, 10, or 20 years? Are you setting the stage today for a fulfilled and vibrant life? It’s never too late to discover the profound healing benefits of yoga, meditation, and stress-management techniques. more …
Entangled in Darkness: Seeking the Light
You can revitalize your energy and rejuvenate your life. It’s not magic, but the results may seem magical! In this workshop, noted teacher, master healer, and New York Times best-selling author Deborah King leads you out of personal darkness into the radiant light of healing. more …
Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You
Brant Secunda and Mark Allen invite you to an extraordinary weekend of health and healing based on their groundbreaking best-seller, Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You. more …
Sunday, June 2, 2013
Swingolf for Health Professionals: Thriving On and Off the Course (Cancelled)
Program cancelled. For health-care practitioners of all kinds who also golf (from beginning golfers to seasoned players); eligible for 3 CE credits for dentists through Straumann USA, LLC. more …
Detox for Health and Healing
Your jump start for healthier living. Detoxification is a natural body process that is compromised when our system becomes overloaded from poor diet, allergies, stress, infections, and toxins such as heavy metals. more …
Thursday, June 6, 2013
Revitalizing Cleanse: Nourishing Body, Mind, and Spirit
Do you feel sluggish, bloated, and out of sync? Tune up with this nurturing cleanse. Have no fear of going hungry as you are guided through this sensible approach to detox, diet, and healthy lifestyle. more …
SuperHealth®: Yogic Science for Food and Relationship Issues
SuperHealth is a precise and proven system of yogic science created by Yogi Bhajan. Using Kundalini Yoga and meditation as their foundation, SuperHealth techniques address a wide range of issues, including food and relationships. more …
Sunday, June 9, 2013
Pathway to Enlightenment: Reiki I and II (Shoden and Okuden) Japanese Gendai Reiki Ho
Awaken to the innate, healing wisdom of Reiki and deepen your connection to Source. This workshop includes traditional Reiki I and II attunements, a hands-on curriculum, and Reiki self-purification techniques that teach the practice of accepting all that is, as it is. more …
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Pathway to Enlightenment: Reiki Master Practitioner (Shinpiden) Japanese Gendai Reiki Ho Level III
Reiki Master training empowers you to experience the peace that is Reiki for yourself, and share Master-level awareness with others. In this workshop, you Receive the traditional Usui Reiki Master attunement and symbol to deepen your awakening to Reiki Move into acceptance and learn to guide others in accepting realities that were resisted in the past in order to protect the ego’s self-image Integrate the conflicting psychological and biological inner manifestations of struggle versus acceptance Learn Reiki I and Reiki II teaching protocols so that you can teach and attune others. more …
Refilling Your Well: A Self-Nurturing Retreat
There comes a time when you know you need to take a break—when body and soul are searching for sacred space in which to relax and let go. Spend a restorative time-out immersed in nurturing activities that replenish your soul, increase your joy, and ease your stress. more …
Friday, June 14, 2013
Reboot: Mindful Summer Hiking and Deep Yoga Relaxation
Refresh the vital realms of body, mind, and breath on this magical getaway complete with masterful guidance. Connect with summer in the beautiful Berkshires. more …
Sunday, June 16, 2013
Rejuvenate and Reclaim Life After 40
Crafting a meaningful, passionate, healthy life. This program is designed for women and men over 40 who want to reinvigorate their life with joy and health. more …
Friday, June 21, 2013
Mindfulness-Based Eating Awareness Training (MB-EAT)
Experience a new approach to eating, one that cultivates inner wisdom through a variety of mindful eating practices and guided meditations. National Institutes of Health-funded research has shown Mindfulness-Based Eating Awareness to be a powerful approach to addressing mindless eating that leads to struggling with weight, obesity, and disordered eating patterns. more …
Advanced Studies in Yoga and Ayurveda
For those with a thorough introduction to Ayurveda and yoga (see prerequisite below). At the heart of any integration of yoga and Ayurveda is the understanding of how prana (life force) and agni (internal fire) support each other for health and healing—prana kindles agni, and agni liberates prana from the tissues, endowing it with light and intelligence. more …
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Creating Health and Harmony: An Ayurvedic Retreat
Discover an Ayurvedic approach to living well. Are you interested in Ayurveda but not sure where to start? Join us for this enlightening and fun Ayurveda immersion retreat. more …
Yoga and Deep Relaxation Retreat: The Gift of Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra
Experience deeper levels of inner freedom than you ever imagined possible, giving yourself permission to rest, balance, restore, and tap into new sources of energy. more …
Friday, June 28, 2013
Yoga and the Heart: A Cardiologist’s Perspective on Ancient and Modern Healing
Research shows that yoga contributes to cardiovascular heath by improving hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and other cardiovascular issues. This program touches on many cardiovascular healing modalities, from the role of cholesterol in heart health to energy medicine and near-death experiences. more …
Sunday, June 30, 2013
Fitness and Yoga Retreat
Outdoor exercise, yoga, and nutrition—the ultimate vacation getaway for active people. For everyone in good physical condition and able to hike three miles a day. more …
Friday, July 5, 2013
Hiking, Yoga and Qigong: Finding Flow in Nature
Explore less-traveled, scenic trails of the Berkshires, guided by longtime program director Greg DiLisio. Hike to beautiful lakes, mountains, waterfalls, and serene forests. more …
Manage Your Mood with LifeForce Yoga®: I am Bliss and So Are You
Come home to the joy that is your birthright. Return to your radiant Self. Beneath your aches, pains, and shifting moods, you are bliss. Let Amy Weintraub, author of Yoga for Depression, guide you through self-inquiry with a menu of yoga practices that penetrate the clouds of unknowing to release whatever blocks you from remembering who you truly are. more …
Sunday, July 7, 2013
Transforming Stress: Mindful Living and the Art of Nourishment
Address the impact stress is having on your life. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed-out, or anxious? Do you experience symptoms associated with high stress levels, including weight gain, illness, mild depression, or fatigue? more …
Nutrition and Cooking Immersion
Create health right in your kitchen. Do you want to eat healthier and cook more? Are you a stranger in your kitchen because of time constraints or feeling intimidated or overwhelmed? more …
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Swingolf®: A Dynamic Yoga Motion on the Golf Course
For golfers of all levels and ages, from the beginner to the seasoned player. Tournament-playing professional Les Bolland offers a holistic approach to golf that incorporates yoga, muscle-opening shiatsu massage, breathing, and an emphasis on mental and physical harmony. more …
Friday, July 12, 2013
How to Grow a Yoga Practice
Explore how to grow your yoga practice in a weekend retreat that is ideal for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike. Randal Williams draws from 20 years of professional teaching experience to help you cultivate a practice that revitalizes your body, deepens your breath, quiets your mind, heals your heart, and benefits all your relationships. more …
Iyengar Yoga for Back Care
This program teaches yoga as an approach to relief from chronic back pain, for conditions ranging from minor neck and lower back tension to severe scoliosis. more …
Sunday, July 14, 2013
Deep Relaxation, Guided Imagery, and Meditation for Stress Relief
Difficult times happen: work stress, sickness, relationship problems, loss, dissatisfaction, confusion. These challenges can help us grow if we’re equipped with the right tools, techniques, and outlook. more …
Yoga for Life
An integrative approach to yoga on and off the mat. Whether you are new to yoga or looking to revitalize your practice, this immersion provides you with tools and inspiration to make yoga a regular part of your life. more …
Thursday, July 18, 2013
Energy Intensive: Meditation, Yoga, and Breathwork
Come experience Kripalu Yoga’s unique approach to personal transformation in a program that’s practical, integrative, and fun. Two of Kripalu’s outstanding teachers lead this exploration of the profound relationship between energy and consciousness, which is the essence of yoga and the foundation of all mind-body approaches. more …
Friday, July 19, 2013
Introduction to Meditation
Have you heard about the benefits of meditation and wondered what the practice is really like? Or perhaps you’ve had some meditation instruction but not yet found a technique that fits your temperament and lifestyle, one that allows you to sustain a regular practice. more …
Journey to Wholeness: How to Support the Body, Mind, and Spirit
Yoga philosophy describes our five bodies: physical, energetic, mental, wisdom, and bliss. To experience health and enduring youthfulness, we must feel balanced in all these aspects of who we are. more …
This Very Moment: Mindfulness in Psychotherapy
For psychotherapists, human-service professionals, and other psychologically minded people interested in personal development. Mindfulness has been successfully practiced for more than 2,500 years and is a deceptively simple way of relating to experience to alleviate human suffering. more …
Sunday, July 21, 2013
Integrative Weight Loss
Lose weight and maintain a healthy body naturally. If you know that going on another diet isn’t the solution, come nourish yourself and invite changes that will continue to unfold long after you return home. more …
Revitalizing Cleanse: Nourishing Body, Mind, and Spirit
Do you feel sluggish, bloated, and out of sync? Tune up with this nurturing cleanse. Have no fear of going hungry as you are guided through this sensible approach to detox, diet, and healthy lifestyle. more …
Friday, July 26, 2013
Gluten-Free Cooking for Everyone
In this hands-on vegetarian cooking class, gourmet chef, teacher, and cookbook author Leslie Cerier shows you that gluten-free cooking and baking is not about deprivation, but is pleasurable, creative, and delicious. more …
Super Brain: Unleashing the Explosive Power of Your Mind
Join Deepak Chopra as he shares contemporary research and age-old spiritual wisdom, linking the latest breakthroughs in neuroscience with powerful aspirations for health, well-being, and spiritual realization. more …
Sunday, July 28, 2013
Preventing and Reversing Diabetes
Don’t let diabetes control you; take charge of your health and life. If you have type 2 diabetes or are pre-diabetic and are serious about changing your health and living a longer, more vibrant life, then don’t miss this program. more …
The Dance of Life
Self-care becomes increasingly essential as we face the challenges of our time. Rather than depending on external circumstance to govern our lives, we can learn to source ourselves from a wealth of inner potential. more …
Friday, August 2, 2013
Two Chefs, One Kitchen: Exploring the Craft and Spirit of Kripalu’s Cuisine
Join Kripalu’s Executive Chef, Jeremy Smith, and former Executive Chef, Deb Morgan, for a fun-filled weekend of food and exploration of the philosophy and time-honored cooking techniques that go into Kripalu’s acclaimed natural-foods cuisine. more …
Sunday, August 4, 2013
Women and Food: A Journey to Nourishment
A personalized, small-group approach to creating positive change. Do you want a healthy, happy relationship with food? Eating is one of our most essential human needs. more …
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Swingolf®: A Dynamic Yoga Motion on the Golf Course
For golfers of all levels and ages, from the beginner to the seasoned player. Tournament-playing professional Les Bolland offers a holistic approach to golf that incorporates yoga, muscle-opening shiatsu massage, breathing, and an emphasis on mental and physical harmony. more …
Friday, August 9, 2013
Reboot: Mindful Summer Hiking and Deep Yoga Relaxation
Refresh the vital realms of body, mind, and breath on this magical getaway complete with masterful guidance. Connect with summer in the beautiful Berkshires. more …
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