Sacred Stories: Yogananda’s Teachings in Hatha Yoga

Join us for an autumn hatha yoga retreat hosted by the Golden Lotus School of Yoga student trainees.

This year’s theme, Sacred Stories, invites us to connect with the living teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda through the transformative practice of Hatha Yoga. Come experience the Oneness in nature in the pristine, 800-acre environment at Song of the Morning Ranch. This retreat is designed to deepen your hatha yoga practice by weaving sacred stories and applying them into your daily life. We warmly invite you to step into this sacred experience with us and discover the transformative power of Yogananda’s stories and teachings together.

What to Expect:

• Gentle hatha yoga classes

• Meditation in a group setting

• Vegetarian meals

• Personal time for relaxation and reflection

• Interactive group activities

• Time in nature

• Music from the heart – kirtan

Lodging Fee: Lodging fees include meals for the whole retreat weekend: Friday dinner, Saturday brunch, Saturday dinner, and Sunday dinner.

Retreat Fee: $108 for general attendees; $54 for GLYTA members and anyone who needs a reduced rate. In order to access this reduced rate, simply use the discount code “GLYTA Membership” when prompted. Accommodations are a separate charge. Click the “Register Now” button to see a listing of all the options, including camping, dormitory rooms and private rooms. All accommodation pricing includes Friday dinner, Saturday brunch, Saturday dinner and Sunday dinner.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

SCHEDULE

Friday October 17th

2:00-4:00 pm Check In (Main House)

3:30-4:45 pm Hatha Yoga Class (Wheelhouse) 

5:00-6:00 pm Dinner (Main House)

6:30-7:30pm Welcome and Introduction  (Domes)

8:00-9:00 pm Community Meditation (chanting, prayer and silent meditation) (Lodge)

9:20-11:00 pm Awake Movie (Domes)

Saturday October 18th

8:30-9:45 am Morning Energizing Hatha Yoga Class (Domes)

10:00-11:00 am Brunch (Main House)

11:00-12:00 pm Art Project: Make a Mala Bracelet (Main House) 

12:00- 1:00 pm Free time chai and snacks (Main House) 

1:00-2:30 pm Nature Walk (meet at the Domes) 

3:00-4:30 pm Stories with Hatha Yoga (Domes) 

5:00-6:00 pm Dinner (Main House)

6:15-7:00 pm Satsang/Discussion Sacred Stories: Yogananda’s Teachings in Hatha Yoga (Lodge)

7:00-7:45 pm Kirtan (Lodge) 

8:00-9:00 pm Community Meditation (chanting, prayer and silent meditation) (Lodge)

Sunday October 19th 

8:30-10:00 am – Hatha Yoga Class (Domes)

10:00-10:45 am – Closing and Mandala Offering  (Domes)

11:00-12:30 pm – Sunday Meditation Service (Lodge)

1:00-2:00 pm – Dinner (Main House)