What a beautiful experience I'm so glad we happened upon the event. We need more of this in the…read moreworld. Hannah was wonderful and the live music so soothing. Everyone should meditate and the world would be a better place. I believe the Saratoga location has a guided meditation the 3rd Monday of every month. Lots of other healing services offered. Thanks Hannah!

From the owner: We are best known in the Adirondacks for reiki sessions and trainings, sound healing, meditation…read moreand high frequency healing art. We offer over 100 classes a year.

Beautiful Studio! It looks like tiny from the outside but is actually super spacious with tons of…read morenatural light. Super peaceful place to get in a work out. I took the pilates mat class with Jennifer, which was fantastic! Jennifer made super helpful corrections to my form and really got me feeling tiny little muscles I don't think I've ever worked out before! Can't wait to go back!

CATSKILLS YOGA HOUSE - offering great online classes !…read more I was exploring Yoga Studios offering classes via Zoom during this time of Sheltering in --- I happened upon the Catskills Yoga House in the Mind Body app. When I read the class descriptions, I was drawn to try a Yin/Restorative Class I was so happy I did. It It was a beautifully taught class that was peaceful and balanced. It incorporated breath with movement and encouraged a quiet mind. The teacher Ricarda was kind and gentle and a great instructor. Highly recommend Catskills Yoga House even if you live far away! The online class is great! 5+++ STARS

A very serene and beautiful place that is just a ten minute ride up the mountain from Woodstock's…read morecenter. The peace and quiet were immediately noticeable upon walking up to the grounds. Flags hung from the trees, peaceful walking paths surrounded the grounds, and we were welcomed with open arms. A bookstore is available for you to purchase any and all information related to Tibetan Buddhism. The shrine was beautiful and breathtaking. A retreat was taking place, but we were given permission to visit the shrine as they were on break. We were so appreciative and grateful for that opportunity. We were immensely interested in learning what takes place at the shrine, as well as more about Buddhism in general. A very serene and fascinating experience!

Nestled up in the Catskill Mountains houses Karma Triyana Dharmachakra (KTD for short) Thank the…read moregood Lord for 3 letter acronyms. This is a beautiful Tibetan Buddhist monastery offering a peaceful retreat from daily life. The monastery is not huge as compared to others I have visited in the past, but the architecture and colorful interior designs make it a perfect place to find inner peace, meditation and self reflection. I can't comment on the teachings or programs they offer since I'm not a practitioner, but there is a book store where visitors can purchase books to educate in the monastery teachings and beliefs. They also sell T-shirts, hoodies and sculptures. I passed a kitchen with a huge dining area but these are reserved for people who are participating in spiritual retreats and other programs offered here. The resident monks walking around are quiet, and in their own silence give off a profound welcoming if that makes any sense. Remember, you don't need to be a believer or practitioner to enjoy the monastery. After leaving here you will feel a sense of calm and as silly as it may sound a sense of enlightening and empowerment. Definitely worth the visit when you're in the Woodstock area.

It's difficult to find the words to describe AMI. A school? A philosophy? A community? The site is…read morea wonderful place where a philosophy is taught by the institute's founders within a community. There are classes in a variety of topics related to the study of yoga science and meditation, and opportunities for practicing it. All of this in the midst of the beauty of one of the founders' amazing artwork. The basic 6-week Learn to Meditate course is life-changing, though there is a shorter Saturday morning intro class, as well. Experience it yourself! Tonight I enjoyed one of the monthly Friday "Dinner & a Movie" evenings. A delicious catered vegetarian meal (this one Italian) and a film with discussion (this one "A Little Chaos," with Kate Winslet) with a nice group of people. Very enjoyable!!

American Meditation Institute is a wonderful place for learning meditation. I have been a student…read moreat the institute through distance learning and once a year conferences for the past three years. Learning to practice meditation using the teaching has transformed my life and lowered my stress levels significantly. I recommend that everyone at least take the beginning meditation course as a starting point. Meditation is good for everyone but it takes discipline and persistence. Being a part of the institute gives you support to keep learning and growing. Namaste!

Just returned from my second retreat last weekend and now I definitely need to write a review!…read more Let's start with the food (because I arrived starved). Dinner the first night was soup, salad and bread- very light and all vegan. The meals go from completely bland to amazing Indian food that tastes so good, you'd think you ordered out. But yes, I went to bed hungry the first night-- because I arrived on an empty stomach. Lesson learned! But that night, I slept on a full sized bed in a room with two people. Peace Village provides extra blankets, bath towels and soaps upon request. It's like a hotel somehow, but donation-based! They really are looking out for your comfort and safety! The schedule is strict, almost like a monastery. In fact, they invite you to think of the place as an ashram. I spent most of my retreats taking lecture notes in a room called "The Inspiration Hall." The lecturers are content heavy and that can be a bit tedious to listen to-- But you're there to learn so much in such a short period of time! My only suggestion would be to loosen up the hourly schedule, so that there is more time for freedom- exploring, meditative walks in the trails/gardens/ponds, and journaling! There was one speaker named "Rena" from the "April 2019 Inner Power, Inner Peace" retreat who was so captivating when she spoke, I hung onto every word she verbatim but forgot to take notes! It's a bit tough for me to share a room with strangers but I love everything that Peace Village stands for; Google "Brahma Kumaris." If you don't have the means to make financial contributions, there is no pressure. I opted to buy books and CDs galore in the bookstore to show my appreciation. You can also help clean and set up meeting rooms and meal spaces. Most importantly, check the weather before you arrive because it's colder in the mountains- less oxygen and all. It was a sunny day in Manhattan when I left to Peace Village. But when I arrived, the retreat center looked like the set of a Stephen King thriller. See pictures

I am a woman. I was groped twice by one of the visiting Brahma Kumari spiritual leaders while…read moreattending a retreat at Peace Village. Peace Village leadership did nothing. While most people around seemed to think this man was charming (and the Peace Village staff kept emphasizing what an honor his visit was), I got a bad vibe from him right away. Something about him seemed off. For example, he made sexist jokes yet came off as too people-pleasing at the same time. ("If you're a man, you know the wife is the boss. You don't wanna get on their bad side, amirite? Ha-ha.") I didn't like him. I tried to avoid him, but when were separated out for small group activities, he groped me twice. Once on the buttocks, once on the thigh. There were witnesses who saw this. We were surrounded by other attendees but separated from the other Peace Village leaders. He thought he chose his perfect opportunity. I walked out of the room immediately, very shaken, and told one of the female staff members what happened. She seemed to believe me, and hugged me because I was so upset. But later that day, she said she talked to this man, and he denied having touched me at all. He said I "must have misunderstood." Furthermore, she said, there are very strict rules for Brahma Kumaris about men and women interacting; so it was "impossible" that he would have even stepped too close to me, let alone touched me. If there was any doubt in my mind, it was gone at this point. He literally assaulted me twice, and I had other people who corroborated this. And then he lied about touching me. I came to Peace Village looking for an opportunity for self-improvement. Instead, I got unwanted sexual touching and an organization that closed ranks to protect its powerful. Can you imagine how scary it is to be trapped in a place with no cell service and not even a bus out for two days? I strongly recommend you avoid Peace Village. And more broadly, be suspicious of organizations that segregate roles by gender and require celibacy of their leaders--unfortunately, it seems to be a situation and hierarchy ripe for exploitation.

A wonderful retreat location and even more wonderful hosts. Don't leave without purchasing some of…read moretheir handmade botanicals!

This is an incredible best kept secret kind of place. A beautiful working farm that hosts yoga…read moreretreats and classes. The food is the best communal food I have ever had anywhere and is mostly grown on the farm. Susan Orem and Lisa King the chefs create high vibration, nutrient dense, delicious food, meal after meal and it's so beautifully and lovingly presented. The grounds are like a well kept Eden, just the right balance of wild and cultivated. The buildings are all beautiful and unique. I stayed in the yoga house with 8 other friends and we could FEEL all the stories of this older building. The happy chickens foraging the grounds are friendly and fun. They host bonfires in evening and there is a pond to swim in which is wonderful to cool off in since there is no air conditioning. I enjoyed the best retreat I have ever been to on these grounds and would return in a heartbeat or book it for my own endeavors. Be aware the time line for arrival, meals and check out is real and you will be held to that but that is also basic courtesy. Behave with basic adult courtesy and punctuality and you will vastly enjoy your stay here.

I love working with Cat, she is very kind and caring. She has years of experience in Yoga and Qi…read moreGong. Be sure to check out her retreats. She offers a great value with her services and retreats. I would highly recommend Cat for yoga instruction, breath work and life coaching.

From the owner: Catalyst Mindfulness combines coaching with mind-body practices as an innovative approach to…read moreimproving mental health. Through breathwork, Qi Gong, yoga, and meditation, as well as individual retreats and group workshops, clients enjoy the benefits of a supportive community as they integrate mental wellness with physical and emotional well-being.

Ample parking, well-kept and well-marked trails with lovely views. The walking trails are open to…read morethe public, although some are restricted to residents only.

This is such a beautiful tranquil place to be. I had a wonderful experience at the four days…read moreretreat led by my teacher Andrew Tanner. I met all the ministers and ppl who devoted their lives there as to serve others, learn and study Korean Taoism and WON Buddhism. I love everyone I have encountered and not to mentioned their yummy nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner). I love the mindful eating virtue every morning. It was silent breakfast. We greeted each other with a nod, a bow and a smile. The minsters and staffs are welcoming and friendly! Everything is mindfulness practice. From closing the door gently to peeling the egg. I observed and I learned from them. I have always loved the Korean or Asian culture and foods! After the retreat l, I got inspired to recreate the vegetarian dishes at home. I kept reminding myself to get in touch with nature more and the simplicity of life. I would love to study more of the Buddhism, meditation and more with the ministers and my teacher! Definitely it's a see you later, until next retreat! An nyeonghi gyseyo!!! Daehanhee gamsahamnida! (Thank you very much) peace peace peace

I had a reading many years ago and it was so spot on that I have re-listened to the recordings…read moreseveral times over the years. She gave me such a great insight on so many issues..

This was my first reading ever , Diana is wonderful I felt very comfortable and the things that…read morecame to her were spot on, there were some things that came thru that i never expected. It was a great first experience. I will definitely go back. What a lovely spirit she is what a wonderful gift. Dora M

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!