Our Philosophy of Life
The Retreat Haven of the Institute of the Himalayan Tradition is based on the yoga philosophy: know yourself. Here you will find a place for renewal and self-discovery. We invite you to step away from your normal routine into the privacy of a quiet center. Put aside your everyday cares and come to sit quietly with a book, stroll in the garden, write in your journal, or take a walk! Our core faculty members are close disciples of the saint, Swami Rama of the Himalayas, and have trained for many years in the nearly six-thousand-year-old tradition of the Himalayan Sages. They are happy to assist you.

A Tranquil Setting
In this quiet region of the city of Saint Paul, we offer private rooms, classrooms, a workout room, and a beautiful garden as a restful stopover to help you catch your breath and redesign your future. We wish your stay at our center, named Ram Nagar, “estate of Rama,” to be filled with peace and joy.

The Program
Here at the Retreat Haven we integrate action, devotion, and knowledge in all our spiritual practices and daily duties. We are available for private retreats designed by each individual with assistance from the staff and spiritual directors.

Retreats run from a mini retreat of a few hours to a ten-day intensive. For those wishing to live at IHT for a longer time, arrangements need to be made with the main spiritual teachers.

Our yoga center provides a rich learning environment for a holistic lifestyle. Available are yoga classes, morning and evening prayers and meditation, evening silence, healthful meals, massage, BETAR relaxation machine, and many seminars in spirituality, meditation, wellness, philosophy, practical spiritual growth, and cooking. Participate in as many program as you wish during your stay, or remain alone in the silence of your solitude, as you wish.

Residential Program

Choosing to reside at the Institute of the Himalayan Tradition opens you to a learning experience of renewal and insight. In the ashram you will have a chance to redesign your future while you receive spiritual training and practice yogic discipline.

In the tradition of the Himalayan Sages, the IHT faculty proposes a holistic model of life as a journey to fulfillment in body, mind, and spirit. Grounded in that vision, our programs invite residents into a full range of seasonal tasks, practical seminars, and training sessions that enhance the quality of their daily lives.

The disciplined environment of work, study, and spiritual practice is intended to deepen contact with life and with one’s own self. Residents are assigned karma yoga by the faculty to further personal development and help carry out the purpose of the Institute.

IHT’s learning environment is created with:

            » simplicity of life

            » beauty of environment

            » discipline of mind.

We support this learning by valuing:

            » emotional clarity

            » visual clarity

            » mental clarity.

Call a faculty member for more information.

Prices for Retreat Haven

Words from Retreatants:

"A perfect place
to be silent,
contemplate, meditate,
pray, read, and relax.
Here I am able to
look back at my past life
and release it,
look into the future
and plan it,
experiencing the fullness
of divine love and patience
all around me."

***

"This is a sacred spot
for peace, quiet, joy,
time to read and rest,
and a place
where I feel loved."

***
"Thank you for this
welcoming space.
I feel rested, restored, and
ready to go back
to life!"