Meditation Satsang: Second Fridays (In-Person Only) with Cassie
Friday, October 11, 7-8pmJoin with others in silent, seated, meditative awareness. There will be a 15-minute introduction led by the teacher for relaxing into your practice, 30 minutes of silence, and again, the teacher will guide students for the last portion of the class, offering reflection and a space for questions and the sharing of experience—registration requested.
Donation Based: $10 suggested donation
Satsang is a Sanskrit term that means truth (sat) community (sangha), recognizing the importance of coming together with other like-minded spiritual seekers for education, practice, and support. Fee: $0 (ID#: S71) —
Sanskrit Study—Learn to Write Devanagari (In-Person Only) with Tracy
Sundays, October 13-27, 10-11:30amThe Sanskrit language is most often written in the beautiful Devanagari script. In this hands-on workshop, we will be learning to both read and write the letters and pronounce the corresponding Sanskrit sounds. Devanagari means deva=divine nagari=city. Forming and meditating on the shapes of the alphabet are considered a form of sadhana or spiritual practice. We will have several handouts with which to practice, so please bring a binder and your favorite writing instrument. A pen, pencil, or flair is acceptable. Please also have lined notebook paper.
HIB plans to offer more Sanskrit language classes in 2024-2025, and this seminar would be a good preparation for more advanced study.
Fee: $65 (ID#: S72) — CANCELED
Group Hike: Artpark with Kandy
Saturday, October 19, 10am-noonEnjoy views of the gorge with terrific autumn colors—today's walk is about a 2.6-mile round trip along a fairly easy trail. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water and snacks. Please pre-register so we can notify you via email if we need to cancel due to inclement weather.
Meeting Place: PARKING LOT “D” (The first lot off of 4th Street Entrance)
Address: 450 South 4th Street Lewiston, NY 14092
Donation Based
Fee: $0 (ID#: S73) —
Vishoka Meditation Course: Support and Structure to Transform Your Personal Meditation Practice (In-Person) with Sarah Guglielmi and Julia Kress
Wednesdays, October 23 – December 18; 6:30-8:30pmAvailable In-Person & Online
Imagine a life free from pain and sorrow and infused with joy and tranquility. The ancient yogis called this state Vishoka, and they insisted that we all can reach it, even in the midst of a highly chaotic world.
How do we do it? We train our mind to stay focused on what we can control. We design our meditation practice, our yoga lifestyle, and our worldview to support our evolution towards Vishoka.
The Vishoka Meditation® Course is the official companion to Pandit Rajmani Tigunait’s Vishoka Meditation book and is designed to help you comprehensively experience the wisdom and practices described therein.
In this intensive program, we’ll go through Vishoka Meditation step-by-step, and break down all the preparatory practices as well as the complete practice of Vishoka Meditation. Learn each step systematically, while you build your practice at home in between sessions. The Vishoka Meditation system expands on the 5-Step meditation process you know from the Himalayan Tradition. It will help you take your practice to the next level, and is designed for students of all proficiencies, from those just beginning, to experienced meditators and yoga teachers.
Attention Yoga Teachers: This course qualifies for 20 CEU credits with Yoga Alliance. This course is a prerequisite for the Vishoka Meditation Teacher Training Course offered through the Himalayan Institute headquarters in Honesdale, PA.
Cost: $349
$299 early bird pricing until September 30th
Payment Plan Offered - please contact the office for details
Check out our HIB Vishoka Meditation Course page!
This is the IN-PERSON option
Fee: $299 (ID#: VMT-P) --
Vishoka Meditation Course: Support and Structure to Transform Your Personal Meditation Practice (Zoom) with Sarah Guglielmi & Julia Davis-Voss
Wednesdays, October 23-December 18, 6:30-8:30pmThis is the ZOOM option. Meeting code will be emailed 24 hours before class time.
Fee: $299 (ID#: VMT-V) — CANCELED
Building Ojas / Vitality (In-Person) with Julia
Saturday, October 26, 10am-1pmAvailable In-Person & Online
An Ayurvedic view on sustenance that provides the foundation for our life force and digestive fire. Building Ojas through certain caretaking practices, yoga, meditation, and reflection can bring about the endurance we seek. Having greater resilience gives us the power to follow our life's purpose. We will have a discussion as well as a yoga practice. Bring your mat and notebook.
This is the In-Person option
Fee: $55 (ID#: S74-P) —
Building Ojas / Vitality (Zoom) with Julia
Saturday, October 26, 10am-1pmThis is the ZOOM option. Meeting code will be emailed 24 hours before class time.
Fee: $55 (ID#: S74-V) —
HIBuffalo’s Fall Getaway Weekend
Friday, November 1 – Sunday, November 3Join your friends from HI Buffalo for an unforgettable weekend at the Institute's main campus and retreat center in Honesdale, PA. De-stress and rejuvenate in this picturesque setting in the heart of the Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania. Enjoy lectures, yoga classes, and meditation in the Sri Vidya shrine. Hike the trails at the Institute's beautiful 400-acre campus or enjoy ayurvedic treatments, massage, or integrative health consultations at our PureRejuv Wellness Center. Nourishing vegetarian meals and a community supportive of your health and wellness await you during this three-day/two-night getaway.
Visit our Retreat Page for more information and to register.
