Poconos, PA
April 30 - May 3
3.5 Day Intensive Retreat at the Himalayan Institute.
“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.”
Join Rick for 3.5 days of going deep into the Nei Gong/ Qi Gong process. Nei Gong is a practice of inner cultivation that originated within the wisdom traditions of China. Rick will take you through trainings and processes necessary to help you deepen this Internal Development.
Students will stay on Campus at The Himalayan Institute Thursday-Sunday. Registration for your room/board is made and paid for separate. Vegetarian meals are included. Read here about the H.I. Kitchen. Hiking trails and nature will provide you with the space to relax, integrate and unwind when not training.
What to Expect:
Morning Seated Practice:
Training Qualities of the Mind, Mechanics of Sitting/ Absorption and Breath.
Daily Nei Gong Foundation Principles (2X):
Dan Tien work, Standing/Movement Practices, Body Opening Exercises (Dao Yins)
Evening Seated Practice:
Integrating learned Mechanics into the beginning phases of Nei Dan (Alchemy).
Plan to arrive Thursday April 30th between 2-6pm to check in and explore the grounds. First training session will be Thursday evening after dinner (around 7pm). Final training session will end Sunday afternoon(around 3pm).
A detailed Schedule will be emailed to registered students prior to the event.
During your free time, enjoy the following amenities offered by the Himalayan Institute:
3 Vegetarian meals daily
Moka Origins sustainable Coffee and Chocolate factory and shop
Meditation in the Sri Vidya Shrine
400 acres of wooded hiking trails and vistas
Sacred Grove Bookstore and Gift Shop
Unlimited Wi-Fi