A beautiful studio that has changed my life. I began practicing yoga here and loved it so much…read morethat after a few years pursued my teacher training and now I am able to offer classes. You can feel how special the studio is on the first visit. Shawn has created a space that anyone at any level can benefit from. The yoga that is offered is much more than the postures. There is a mindfulness that is encouraged in all of the classes that helps you connect with yourself in a new way. Also the focus on meditation has been so helpful for reflecting on how I interact with the world around me. If you want to have a complete yoga experience this is the studio for you.

In the Hudson Valley, we have a plethora of yoga joints, and up in Woodstock, I feel like I do when…read moreI go to Jivamukti in NYC. I know Yoga isn't supposed to be about the other people in the room, but I feel inferior at some of the super hippy studios around me. This is NOT the case at Mudita Yoga Center in Ktown. Shawn runs a very special Yoga studio. Mudita Yoga is a non-branded, non judgmental, safe and inclusive place to practice. Her classes are original and engaging. Shawn is a compassionate and encouraging teacher with a keen focus that makes me feel like she's paying attention to Me! If you go early in the AM you can do early morning meditation and get a morning Fire Ceremony. the workshops at Mudita are also totally awesome. Their philosophy makes it possible & enjoyable for EVERYONE to practice, no matter what the skill level or your outfit. Ohhhhhhmmmmm!

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.

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.

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.

Truly in depth approach to yoga and healing arts. Strong community aspect and very in-tune and…read moreskilled practitioners.

Rhinebeck Yoga Center is amazing! It's in a beautiful building that is conveniently located right…read morein the middle of the village. Lots of parking on the street or municipal lots. The studio itself is beautiful. Gorgeous wood floors, and high ceilings make it feel spacious and cozy. The classes there are terrific, and there really is something for everyone. Carla Olla, who owns the studio, has a wide variety of teachers and classes, and every teacher is kind, knowledgeable, and makes Yoga accessible. Every class I have taken there has been beneficial for mind and body. Lots of props and yoga mats to use if you don't have your own. The teacher's instructions are clear and easy to follow. This place is a gem, and I would highly recommend it for anyone who wants a regular practice or just wants to drop in and take a few classes while in town.

Carla is an amazing fun lovely inspiring instructor We all…read morelove her classes Thank you

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!

From the owner: Tashi Kyil Tibetan Buddhist Institute (TKTBI) seeks to advance the teachings and practices of…read moreTibetan Buddhism in accordance with the key commitments of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. TKTBI is dedicated to fostering spiritual values, including kindness and compassion, and promoting the integration of these principles into everyday life. TKTBI is committed to providing education and guidance to its members and the wider community, fostering understanding and appreciation of Tibetan Buddhist philosophy, ethics, and practices. Through educational initiatives, TKTBI seeks to empower individuals to cultivate inner wisdom and compassion, thereby contributing to the well-being of society. In addition to its educational mission, TKTBI is dedicated to the preservation and dissemination of the cultural heritage of Tibet and the Tashi Kyil Monastery in Dehradun, India. By safeguarding and celebrating the rich traditions, arts, and customs of Tibetan culture and the Tashi Kyil through TKTBI’s Tibetan Center in Kingston, New York, TKTBI aims to promote cultural diversity and mutual understanding among communities. TKTBI also strives to contribute to the promotion of world peace through the practice and dissemination of Tibetan Buddhist teachings on non-violence, compassion, and interdependence. By fostering dialogue, cooperation, and understanding among individuals and communities, TKTBI seeks to create a more harmonious and compassionate world.

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.

The retreat was life-changing and the leader was excellent. I struggled with getting into…read moremeditation and this weekend really helped me develop meditation skills. The environment was beautiful and clean. The food was fabulous and healthy. Everything was even better than I expected.

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...

Great inspirational retreat complex. Call in advance to visit. With Covid-19 it may be closed. But…read morea real treat when open again.

In town visiting. Dropped in for the 830a House Mix class. A good dose of power yoga but well…read morepaced, good instruction. Mats, blocks, bolsters etc available The teacher and class carried wonderful heart energy. I felt very welcome. I would recommend this class for people with experience practicing.

Haven't been here but a handful of times but it's always a great experience. Teachers are…read moreexperienced, the class descriptions are true to what's stated and the atmosphere is calming. Would highly recommend you give it a try. Most of my classes have been in Astanga, and the teachers seem to have a good working knowledge of the system. Thumbs up to Yoga House.