Vajra Yoga Winter Immersion Retreat

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Vajra Yoga Winter Immersion Retreat - Sponsored by Tibet House US

December 05 - December 07, 2025

Join us for a joyful weekend of yoga, meditation, and dharma talks with Robert Thurman, John Campbell, and Jamie Bonelli as we immerse in the transformative practices of Vajrayoga™.Vajrayoga™ is Tibet House US’s school of yoga and inner science, integrating the physical and meditative disciplines of both Indian and Tibetan traditions. Rooted in wisdom teachings, these practices are designed to uplift the mind—from stress to joy—while opening the body to vitality, balance, and inner freedom.During this immersive weekend you will experience:

Morning meditation, pranayama, and Tibetan healing yoga

Dharma talks and guided meditation with Robert Thurman and John Campbell, drawing from Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, and the great Buddhist yoga tantras in the tradition of Nāgārjuna and other masters

Afternoon Hatha Yoga practices with Jamie and John to open the body and subtle energy systems

Evening yoga nidra, kirtan, and other restorative practices for deep rest and integration

All levels are welcome. Modifications will be offered to support those with injuries or physical limitations.A Living Wisdom TraditionUnlike a traditional academic approach, Vajrayoga teachings invite you into a living lineage of inner transformation. At the heart of this tradition is the relationship between teacher and student, where presence, reflection, and inquiry awaken authentic growth. THIS PAGE IS FOR IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE REGISTRATION. TO REGISTER FOR ONLINE/VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE, PLEASE CLICK HERE

Sample Retreat Schedule:

7 - 8 am Early Morning Yoga

8 - 9 am Breakfast

9:30 pm - 12:30 pm Morning Program

12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch

2 - 4 pm Free Time

4 - 6 pm Afternoon Program

6 - 7 pm Dinner

7:30 - 9 pm Evening Program

*Please note that the schedule is subject to change at anytime.

ABOUT THE TEACHERs

Robert A.F. Thurman

Robert Thurman is Professor of Indo-Tibetan Buddhist Studies at Columbia University as well as co-founder and President of Tibet House US and it's Menla Retreat & Spa. A world-wide lecturer on Tibetan Buddhism, activist for the plight of the Tibetan people, translator of Buddhis...

John Campbell

John Campbell is a Dharma and yoga teacher, Mysore yoga school graduate, initiate of senior Tibetan Lamas, and graduate of Columbia University Buddhist Studies. He is a senior Certified teacher in the Ashtanga Yoga lineage of southern India, and a practitioner-teacher of Tibetan ...

Jamie Bonelli

Jamie has been practicing yoga for more than 25 years. Before turning to yoga, she worked as an actress, singer, and dancer, with performances on stage, film and television. Her journey as a teacher began when she sought to share the benefits of yoga with a friend living with MS,...

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