I just did an overnight retreat at Sky Lake, "Listening to Silence" with Roger Guest. When it was…read moreover I felt like I was walking on air. The lodge is so peaceful, the rooms so cozy, the natural surroundings so beautiful and the people incredibly warm and welcoming. They have a number of intersting events, retreats available and it is incredibly affordable. I arrived with a broken ankle and they did everything they could to accomodate me and they did t with such grace and patience. Take the time to check their website.They offer so many variations on the "retreat" theme. This is the perfect place to go if you need a break from the noisey, turbulent world we live in.

I participated in the retreat "Listening to Silence" with teacher Roger Guest. Roger is an…read moreexcellent teacher. It was a profound benefit to me. It was a short event, all day Saturday and part of Sunday. We had a very small group which afforded me the opportunity to ask questions. I enjoyed my fellow attendees , the organization, and the food provided. Sky Lake is a beautiful location, very peaceful and quiet. I commuted. Lodging is available.

This is a great place to learn about Buddhism and Nepal . I high recommend this place - it a great…read moreplace to start ones spiritual journey .

I love this wonderful Tibetan Center in Kingston, New York! It's an amazing place to learn about…read moreTibetan culture and Buddhism. Venerable Yeshi Rabgyal is an amazing guide. The pujas, Sunday classes, and meditations are wonderful. The gift store has many unique items from Katmandu, Nepal, and plenty of incense and other gifts. I would highly recommend a visit!

DDRC is a rare meditation center that offers profound, authentic teachings of Buddhism in a setting…read moreand fashion that is accessible to those who may be unfamiliar. Thank you very much to all of the teachers and volunteers who have worked tirelessly to give us a space for relaxation and training. The teachers at DDRC are monastics from Asia or trained lay practitioners who are experienced in using English to instruct western students. The design of their retreats are comfortable and forgiving while still providing adequate intensity to challenge and inspire growth. (Note for those familiar with meditation: the Chan school from which DDRC issues relentlessly focuses on meditative methods and the usage of the mind, and less on formal strictures and conventions. If you are familiar with retreats in the Zen style, you will probably adjust to the Chan approach quite quickly.) The facilities, especially the meditation hall, are beautiful and modern. The retreat center is located in the tranquil embrace of nature where one normally hears nothing but birdsong and the sound of flowing water, though it is still easily accessible by car. Highly recommended for both those new to meditation and advanced practitioners looking to go deeper.

I cannot recommend this place enough. I recently attended a 3-day beginner's meditation retreat and…read moreall I can say is that is was clear that they wanted nothing from me; they only wanted to see me grow. The purpose of the retreat was to create an environment that would support everyone in their practice and would encourage mindfulness at all times. The retreat was held in silence, which took some getting used to, but was ultimately very effective in creating the ultimate peaceful environment. Because it was a beginner's retreat, there were some conversations held discussion style with the entire group. The retreat was very affordable, especially for students. I wish I could afford to give them more than I did! The food is PHENOMENAL! With an all vegetarian menu, I overate at every meal because of how delicious and healthy everything was. In fact, when I first arrived, I had a cold. After eating such healthy food all weekend, I left feeling refreshed and cold-free. The retreat was led by Rikki Asher and Nancy Bonardi. They were both warm, happy, and wonderful teachers. They shared their wisdom openly, but also respected and learned from anything that those attending were willing to share. There are many details about what type of programs are available on the website. I am looking forward to trying to find another opportunity to spend time on the beautiful campus. I left feeling loved, peaceful, and inspired. I found a direction to take my practice in and I have felt more patient and compassionate toward the people in my life ever since.

This is a great, locally owned yoga studio with a strength in Kundalini Yoga - good for the heart,…read morebody and soul! It has a rich mix of other classes. And, not just for the yoga groupies! Check out the schedule here: http://www.anahatakingston.com/yoga-healing-arts/schedule/ The second-floor studio is 35 N. Front St., above the Blue Moon bookstore.

From the owner: We offer classes in Kundalini, Yin, Kripalu, Vinyasa, Restorative and Kids Yoga, Nia, QiGong,…read moreMeditation and Gong Sound Healing. We infuse our practices with compassion so that all we create and manifest in our lives is Divine!

The monastery was founded by Venerable Lama Norhla under the direction of Kalu Rinpoche and the…read moreKarmapa. I was one of his first students and an early trustee, when the building you see now was just a two space garage waiting to be developed. The buildings were developed mostly by Lama Norhla, his students and practitioners. This monastery was the first in the US, back in 1980 or so, to carry through the authentic three year retreat of Tibetan Buddhism by which a person can become a Lama. A number of Lamas now well known went through the first three year retreat here. You will find the authentic holders of Tibetan Buddhism here. You can not find a more complete monastery, anywhere. This is well worth all efforts to visit and to do a retreat. You will discover the roots of what is now called mindfulness, began here in this tradition. And there is as well so much more...... Mindfulness and Compassion.

Welcoming, Peaceful, a respite from the clanging of the world... love the little shrine room down…read moreby the river especially...

Easing back into yoga after health setbacks and grateful for this space. All the teachers are…read morelovely. I appreciate gentle yoga. Very accessible program and welcoming community hub.

I heard good things about the place. Unfortunately I was…read morestood up on a deep tissue massage. Waited over a hr in the lobby for nothing. Complete waste of a beautiful Saturday morning... Hope they improve the communication skills or else it won't matter how good they are.

This wellness center is a very peaceful and serene place. You can join one of the scheduled…read moreprograms, or just have your own personal meditation and mindfulness retreats. The place is well kept, clean, and the staff pays attention to details and cares for the guests. Friendly and dedicated staff. The food which can be either vegetarian or vegan, is well made, tastes great, and several dishes to choose from each day. I would recommend this meditation retreat place for anyone looking to recharge their spiritual batteries, as well as find new insights in their spiritual journey.

I had a wonderful stay at Dharmakaya. Its a beautiful facility and campus. The staff was amazing…read moreand super hospitable. I loved the fresh farm to table vegetarian food. I hope to visit again in the not too distant future to check out their interesting yoga, Tibetan Buddhism, and meditation programs and nearby hiking trails. This is such a lovely refuge for rest, relaxation, serenity, contemplation, meditation, learning etc. Thank you!

Kundalini yoga is a wonderful but odd blend of exercise and meditation. Hari Prakaash is a…read moremarvelous teacher, funny, gentle, yet wise and wonderful! If you'd been thinking you needed to add meditation to your life (i had) then do yourself a favor (i did!) and try a class with Hari Prakaash. She is currently teaching at Mudita on Fair St in Kingston.

From the owner: HariPrakaash teaches Kundalini Yoga, Meditation and Gong Sound Healing in Kingston, NY and the…read moregreater Hudson Valley area. KRI certified. Yoga Alliance certified. Group and Private sessions available. Virtual Classes Available. All are Welcome.

Beautiful space. Great instructors and a wide variety of classes to boot! Small classes add to the…read moreintimacy of the experience.

I attended class thru a friend who introduced me to this studio. Kelly was my instructor and taught…read morea beautiful through Hatha intensive over thanksgiving weekend. I really enjoyed the size of the class which was taught upstairs in a bright organic a-frame studio nestled in the mountains. A must try, I will return. :)