Kriya Yoga Meditation and the Sacred Fire Solstice Retreat

Exploring the Sacred Pranayama of Kriya and the Teachings of Patanjali
Step into four days of quiet immersion at the Himalayan Institute, where Kriya Yoga Meditation and the Sacred Fire Solstice Retreat offers a meaningful opportunity to deepen your relationship with the transformative path of Kriya Yoga and the enduring wisdom of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras.

Designed for sincere seekers at every stage, this retreat invites both newcomers and experienced practitioners to refine inner awareness and cultivate a life of greater clarity, devotion, and presence. Through the sacred pranayama of Kriya, daily meditation, energizing movement, and engaging group dialogue, you will explore yoga not only as a practice, but as a way of being.

What You’ll Experience:

Sacred Breath, Inner Stillness: Begin each day with guided Kriya Yoga meditation practices that help harmonize body, breath, and mind.
Wisdom and Reflection: Take part in thoughtful study and conversation centered on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, opening insight into the path of inner freedom.

What You’ll Learn:

• Foundational Kriya pranayama to awaken and purify the subtle body
• Tools for mental clarity, stress reduction, and emotional balance
• Meditation practices that strengthen concentration and nurture inner peace
• Yogic lifestyle principles inspired by Patanjali’s Eight Limbs of Yoga
• Qi Gong and mindful movement to support breath and energy flow
• Daily self-care practices for sacred, sustainable living

Retreat Highlights:

• Daily Kriya Yoga instruction and silent meditation sessions
• Study and discussion of key sutras from Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras
• Solstice Fire Ceremony to honor light, renewal, and transformation

This retreat is more than a pause from daily life—it is an invitation to return to presence. It is a time to remember the sacred rhythm of the breath, the stillness at the heart of being, and the guidance of inner wisdom. Leave feeling renewed, centered, and ready to carry the light of your practice into everyday life.

Registration Process:
The retreat program is offered on a donation basis, with donations collected during the event. Lodging and meals are arranged directly through the Himalayan Institute. To register, please send the following information:

• Your current experience with Kriya Yoga Meditation and Philosophy
• Whether you are familiar with Ryan Kurczak’s teaching emphasis
• How long you have been meditating
• Your full name, address, and best contact phone number

Once your registration has been accepted, you will receive a link to reserve your rooms and meals through the Himalayan Institute.