2025 Summer Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation Wellness Retreat at Hope Springs Institute, Ohio
Join us for the Summer Wellness Retreat, a fusion of Ayurveda, yoga, meditation, and wholesome evening ceremonies.
Embark on a soul-refreshing escape with Ayurveda Doctor Shilpika Devaiah of Ayurveda Wellness House and Sara Syed, Owner of Studio Cleveland, from August 14th, 2025 to August 17th, 2025. Nestled in the tranquil, hidden gem of Hope Springs Institute in Peebles, Ohio, this retreat is your ultimate invitation to "disconnect to reconnect"—a playful yet profound journey back to you!
What’s On the Menu for Your Soul?
Ayurvedic Consultation & Assessment:
Online consultation with Shilpika including traditional assessments, personalized diet, and lifestyle recommendations.
In-person follow-up to refine insights during the retreat.
Daily Well-being Practices:
Morning yoga, meditation, and pranayama to energize and center the mind.
Guided hike through an 11-circuit labyrinth for grounding and self-reflection.
Workshops & Learning:
Introduction to Ayurveda and understanding your Dosha.
Ayurvedic beauty secrets and DIY herbal remedies.
Healing Therapies:
Two customized 60-minute Ayurvedic treatments- herbal oil massage (Abhyanga) & steam,
Shirodhara- Ayurvedic therapy where warm, medicated liquid is gently poured over the forehead, promoting deep relaxation and stress relief
Nourishment & Cooking:
Fresh three-course Ayurvedic meals, healthy snacks, and herbal teas.
Cooking demos on preparing ideal Ayurvedic meals and using healing spices.
Spiritual & Energy Practices:
Evening sound bath meditation, fire ceremony rituals
Creative expression through painting.
Sacred Site Visit:
Trip to the Historic Serpent Mound to experience its sacred energy.
Opening & Closing Rituals:
Fire ceremonies to mark the start and end of the retreat, welcoming positive energy.
At this retreat, every detail is designed to help you rediscover balance, boost mental and physical well-being, and infuse your life with transformative, life-changing habits. Let Ayurveda and yoga experts guide you on this delightful path to holistic health and joyful living.
Get ready to revitalize your mind, body, and spirit in a fun, supportive, and inspiring atmosphere. All you need to bring is an open heart, an adventurous spirit, and the desire to create positive change in your life!
Retreat Details
Secure Payment Plans Available with no additional cost
July 6th, 2022 04:00 PM
to
July 10th, 2022 12:00 PM
Himalayan Institute
952 Bethany Tpke Honesdale, PA 18431
Contact us
+1-216-703-7355
Location
CONNECT - REJUVENATE - HEAL
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Poconos, the Himalayan Institute’s picturesque 400-acre campus offers breathtaking views, scenic trails, and peaceful spaces for reflection and contemplation. Accommodations include your room, delicious, nourishing meals, and full access to our stunning grounds and retreat center amenities. we offer clean and simple rooms with a minimal, peaceful design. Here, your mind can be free from distractions as you enjoy the beautiful and peaceful surroundings that the Retreat Center has to offer.
Features:
The natural beauty of the landscape is one of the most captivating aspects of the Institute’s Retreat Center experience. Each season offers its own unique display, from brilliant autumn foliage to the quiet, snowy blanket of winter to the richly colored fields and flowers of spring and summer.
Retreat Gallery
Food
We will offer breakfast, lunch, dinner and herbal teas, as well as tea and snacks in-between. In-house cooked vegetarian meals cooked per Ayurvedic principles. It is essential that you inform Shilpika of any dietary requirements, within reason, well in advance so that she can let us know of your needs. If, for medical reasons, you follow a highly restricted diet, we advise you to bring with you any essentials you might need for your well-being. If you are prone to a severe reaction to an allergen, for example, a very small amount on a kitchen knife or board, it is essential that we be informed. Please note that we are unable to offer absolute guarantees for such allergic conditions. Breakfast generally consists of hot cereals (cooked grains), dairy and non-dairy options, homemade yogurt, and fresh fruit. Lunch, the main meal of the day, typically includes white and brown rice, delicious legumes (dahl), vegetables (subzi), homemade yogurt, and a fresh salad bar. Dinner is the lightest meal of the day and generally consists of soup, fresh salad, a delicious side dish, and fresh fruit.
BREAKFAST
Breakfast generally consists of hot cereals (cooked grains), dairy and non-dairy options, homemade yogurt, and fresh fruit.
LUNCH
Breakfast generally consists of hot cereals (cooked grains), dairy and non-dairy options, homemade yogurt, and fresh fruit.
DINNER
Dinner is the lightest meal of the day and generally consists of soup, fresh salad, a delicious side dish, and fresh fruit.
NON-DAIRY, GLUTEN FREE, AND VEGAN As much as possible, we try to provide special diet options, though we may not always meet all dietary requests. Non-dairy, gluten-free, and vegan options are available at most meals.
Accomodations
Standard Rooms
Starting from $1400
TWIN BEDS/QUEEN
A double occupancy room with two twin beds OR one queen bed OR one full bed, a sink in the room, and shared hallway bath.
Shared Twin Rooms - Click to enlarge
Shared Twin Rooms - Click to enlarge
Shared Twin Rooms - Click to enlarge
Shared Twin Rooms - Click to enlarge
Deluxe Rooms
Starting from $1800
DELUXE ROOM
A premium room designed for relaxation and comfort. Includes two twin, one full, or one queen-sized bed, and a private bath.
Deluxe Room Private Bath - Click to enlarge
Deluxe Room Private Bath - Click to enlarge
Deluxe Room Private Bath - Click to enlarge
Deluxe Room Private Bath - Click to enlarge
Private Rooms
Starting from $1800
FULL/QUEEN BEDS
A Single or double occupancy room with one queen bed OR one full bed, a sink in the room, and shared hallway bath.
Private Room Shared Bath - Click to enlarge
Private Room Shared Bath - Click to enlarge
Private Room Shared Bath - Click to enlarge
Private Room Shared Bath - Click to enlarge
Deluxe Suite
Best for Couples/Friends
A deluxe suite with a full or queen-sized bed and pullout sofa bed. Includes a separate bedroom and sitting room, air conditioning and a private bath.
Deluxe suite with living room. Click to enlarge
Deluxe suite with living room. Click to enlarge
Deluxe suite with living room. Click to enlarge
Deluxe suite with living room. Click to enlarge
Glimpses from
our last retreat at Hope Springs Institute, PA
Getting there
Getting there: https://himalayaninstitute.org/retreat-center/getting-here/
Address:
Himalayan Institute Headquarters
952 Bethany Tpke Honesdale, PA 18431
Phone: (570) 253-5551 | (800) 822-4547
Email: info@himalayaninstitute.org
Global positioning coordinates (GPS)
North: +41.648184 (41° 38′ 53.5″ N) West: -75.304348 (75° 18′ 15.7″ W)
By Air Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) is the nearest commercial airport, approximately a one-hour drive by car. Other nearby airports include:
Lehigh Valley International Airport, PA (ABE)
Newark Liberty International Airport,
NJ (EWR) JFK International Airport,
NY (JFK) LaGuardia Airport,
NY (LGA) Philadelphia International Airport,
PA (PHL) Stewart Airport, New Windsor, NY (SWF)
Domestic flights to AVP typically have a layover at EWR, JFK, DTW, CTL, or PHL. Layovers at EWR and JFK are more commonly canceled due to delay or inclement weather than flights through other domestic airports.
The total air and ground trip may be faster and less expensive to the New York airports than to the Scranton airport, particularly if you are flying internationally
By Land Taxi & Driving Services Airport Service to and from AVP:
Christopher Lee (Uber) (570) 470-9714 constablechrislee@gmail.com
McCarthy Flowered Cabs (570) 344-5000
James Marino (570) 690-5214 (after 4:00 p.m. and on weekends) Local from Honesdale to the Institute:
Christopher Lee (Uber) (570) 470-9714 constablechrislee@gmail.com
Maple City Taxi (570) 493-2840 (by appointment only)
James Marino (570) 690-5214 (after 4:00 p.m. and on weekends) Airport Service to and from Newark: James Marino (570) 690-5214 (after 4:00 p.m. and on weekends)
Taxi from the bus stop in downtown Honesdale to the Institute also needs to be arranged 24 hours in advance with Maple City Taxi Transit. (No credit cards. One-way fare is $18.00.) *The Himalayan Institute or Ayurshilpi Ayurveda is not responsible for any arrangements made with outside travel services, including timeliness of service, accidents, loss of property, etc.
Ayurshilpi Ayurveda, Shilpika Devaiah, the retreat leaders, cannot be held responsible for early departures, no shows, dismissal or medical reasons. No refunds, reimbursements, or discounts will be granted if, for any reason, the client misses the retreat, fails to join the retreat, leaves the retreat, is dismissed from the retreat, or cannot fully participate in the retreat for any reason. There are no refunds or partial refunds for any unused aspects of the retreat or if the client can't fully participate in the retreat for any reason. This includes leaving early for medical reasons. Any refunds will be at the discretion of Ayurveda Yoga Journey, Shilpika Devaiah, if you are involuntarily forced to leave the retreat for any reason, or cannot join the retreat for any reason.
Packing List
Please Note: The Institute provides bed linens and towels. Please bring your toiletries, including soap, toothpaste, bathrobe, slippers, shower shoes, hairdryer, etc.
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Food (Meals are provided, you are welcome to bring your own snacks to share)
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Yoga Mat
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Toiletries
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Hair dryer
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Favorite games
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Camera
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Binoculars
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Hiking boots
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Flashlight
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Rain coat/jacket/Umbrella
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First aid kit
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Sunscreen
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Basketball (If you are in the mood to play)
COVID Guidelines
The Himalayan Institute holds the wellbeing and safety of our guests, staff and community as our top most priority. Learn about our COVID-19 Safety Protocols
Vaccination Requirements We require guests and visitors at the Himalayan Institute to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. You are fully vaccinated when:
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A full 2 weeks have passed since your second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or
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A full 2 weeks have passed after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine.
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Acceptable vaccines are those authorized or approved by the World Health Organization. Follow this link for the acceptable vaccines list. https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/covid-19-vaccines/advice
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If you don’t meet these requirements, regardless of your age, you are NOT fully vaccinated. Please choose another time to visit the Himalayan Institute. Overnight guests are required to provide proof of vaccination prior to arrival.
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Email a photo of your vaccination card to: covidvaccine@himalayaninstitute.org Please bring your proof of vaccination with you when you visit.
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The Himalayan Institute has had a chance to update our COVID-19 policies. With COVID-19 cases falling so low, and following the CDC guidelines, as of March 8, 2022, masks are now optional. Masks are still required at our Pure Rejuv Health Center.
Terms & Conditions
Cell phone and Internet service
Cell service is available at the Retreat however depending on provider, your service may be stronger in different spots on the properties. WiFi is available by the main office. High-speed internet is available for free.
Early Departures, No Shows, Dismissal
Ayurshilpi Ayurveda & Wellness, Shilpika Devaiah, the retreat leaders, cannot be held responsible for early departures, no shows, dismissal, or medical reasons. No refunds, reimbursements or discounts will be granted if, for any reason, client misses the retreat, fails to join the retreat, leaves the retreat, is dismissed from the retreat, or cannot fully participate in the retreat for any reason. There are no refunds or partial refunds for any unused aspects of the retreat or if the client can't fully participate in the retreat for any reason. This includes leaving early for medical reasons. Any refunds will be at the discretion of Ayurshilpi Ayurveda & Wellness, Shilpika Devaiah, if you are involuntarily forced to leave the retreat for any reason, or cannot join the retreat for any reason.
Unforeseen Circumstances
Ayurshilpi Ayurveda & Wellness, Shilpika Devaiah, the presenters, cannot be held responsible for unforeseen circumstances that may inhibit the ability for the yoga retreat to occur, or for you, the participant, to participate in the retreat. Trips can be canceled or amended on the basis of any unforeseen circumstances.
Retreat Leader
