Retreat to the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health
The Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health is a wonderful facility that offers stress relief from the exhaustion of day-to-day life. There are a variety of classes offered at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health that focus on yoga, ayurveda, creative expression, fitness and wellness, self-discovery and psychology, and spiritual practice and inquiry. So, where is Kripalu located? Lucky for you, this new age health spa is located just minutes away from your Lenox, Massachusetts bed and breakfast. The close proximity is not the only perk of staying at Brook Farm. You will have access to day passes offered at Kripalu Spa as well as an opportunity for a reduced rate of $20 per night if you choose to opt out of breakfast at the inn and choose to eat at Kripalu instead.
Day Pass
With a day pass, you can treat yourself to a full R&R retreat at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. Show up as early as 6am and stay all the way through the evening activities. Whether you want a slow, calming escape or a busy day full of exciting classes, you’ll find what you need at Kripalu. Contact the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health today so you can enjoy a wonderful retreat and leave feeling rejuvenated!
Classes Offered at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health
There are quite a few different classes offered at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health that are included in the day pass. Yoga classes start at 6:30am, with four different available levels: beginner, gentle, intermediate, and vinyasa. Kripalu Yoga specifically uses inner focus, standard yoga positions, meditation, breathing, quiet mind development, and relaxation to create a refreshing technique. The emphasis is on the flow of prana (life-force energy) and self-acceptance. The goal is to reach mental awareness without judgment but instead with compassion and a willingness to learn and grow from your own thoughts.
The Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health also offers YogaDance classes, which are included with the day pass. These classes are offered at noon every day and are a longstanding and popular Kripalu tradition. The Kripalu YogaDance classes provide an invigorating movement experience, with great music, for people at all levels of fitness.The joyous dance combines yoga, breathing, and music into an inspirational, sacred dance of the multidimensional self. Along with uplifting energy, it also brings healing to body, mind, and spirit.
Other Activities and Amenities
Also included in your day pass at the Kripalu Yoga Centre are some fabulous evening events and activities, excluding special ticketed events. There is something happening every day of the year at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, from workshop samplers to cooking classes with much more in between. There are also daily R&R workshops that begin at 9am with topics including yoga, meditation, mindful living, coping with loss,and nutritions. You can download calendars of upcoming R&R offerings, but please note that all schedules are subject to change without notice.
Also included in your day pass at the Kripalu Center are three all-natural meals. The kitchen at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health strives to make delectable dishes with a focus on flavor and nutrition, with options available to meet various dietary needs. Begin your yoga retreat with breakfast, which is served from 7-8:30am. While on your day retreat, you will have access to all of Kripalu’s amenities. This includes the sauna, labyrinth, walking and hiking trails, lakefront beach area, fitness room, café, and bookshop.
After Your Retreat, Come Home to Brook Farm Inn
After spending an insightful day of relaxation at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, come back to your cozy room at Brook Farm Inn. After a great night’s sleep at the inn, check out the massage services offered here to enjoy another stress-free day of relaxation.