Embodied Equinox: Find Your Balance with Hari & Jenn
September 19 @ 9:30 am – September 20 @ 5:00 pm
Kundalini Yoga & Meditation · Qi Gong · Sacred Sound · Nature · Sauna Flow
Fall Equinox Weekend in Woodstock, NY
Welcome the turn of the season, Woodstock style: gather, move, practice, and rest in nature.
The equinox is nature’s own moment of balance —day and night in perfect equilibrium. We’re marking it with a weekend of movement and stillness, time in nature and time in practice.
Saturday begins with a morning walk and Qi Gong practice outdoors. Followed by lunch, and an afternoon of Kundalini Yoga, meditation, sacred sound journey, then we’ll unwind with a sauna, a cold plunge, and hot soak.
Sunday continues with our monthly workshop at Mountain View Studio. Kundalini Yoga & Meditation, followed by an extended gong bath. Stay after class for an optional sauna, cold plunge, and hot soak.
There’s something about Woodstock in the fall. The air turns crisp, the leaves shift into color and begin to let go — a beautiful time to exhale into the changing season.
Space is limited to a small group of 8 participants for Saturday. We encourage you to sign up early.
The Weekend at a Glance
Saturday · Woodstock Sanctuary
- 9:30 AM — Morning Walk & Qi Gong Practice, in nature at Snake Rock Preserve
- 12:00 PM — Lunch at Woodstock Sanctuary
- 2:00 PM — Workshop: Kundalini Yoga, Meditation & Sacred Sound Journey
- 4:30 — Sauna, Cold Plunge & Hot Soak
Sunday · Monthly Workshop, Mountain View Studio
- 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Kundalini Yoga & Meditation with Extended Gong Bath
- 3:00 – 5:00 PM — Optional Sauna, Cold Plunge & Hot Soak 📍 Octopia (Private location), around the corner in Woodstock
📅 Upcoming 2026 Sessions
Sep 20 · Oct 4 · Nov 8 · Dec 20
The Remaining Series Pass includes:
• 10% off on all four monthly classes (Sep 20 · Oct 4 · Nov 8 · Dec 20)
• 1 half-price guest pass — bring someone into the practice
• 5-day meditation immersion with Hari (online, 7:30–8:30 AM)
• 10% off all seasonal offerings & retreats with Hari & Jenn
Accessibility
Reach out to request a scholarship or reduced rate.
Gift Certificates Available
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Scholarships & Work Exchange
We offer scholarship and work exchange opportunities for those with limited financial resources. Please reach out to inquire about availability and details. Donations are welcomed and help support scholarships, keeping our offerings accessible to everyone.
What to Expect
- Kundalini Kriyas & Meditation: Blend foundational Kundalini practices with subtle energetic work to awaken your energy and focus your mind.
- Extended Gong Bath: Each session ends with a powerful gong immersion for deep relaxation, calm, and clarity.
- Social Connection: Stay after class for heartfelt connection with fellow participants, and optional wood-fired sauna, cold plunge and hot soak.
- All Levels Welcome: Whether you’re brand-new or experienced, these classes are thoughtfully designed for everyone.
Why Attend
- Sustained Calm & Clarity: Let the healing effects of gong sound ripple into your daily life.
- Personal Transformation: Experience the profound benefits of Kundalini Yoga through consistent practice.
- Nourishing Community: Build meaningful relationships and feel supported on your journey.
Hari Kaur Khalsa is a master teacher of Kundalini Yoga and meditation, pioneering its teaching in the West as part of the first wave of yoga teachers. She studied Qi Gong with Chris Chen and offers classes tailored for women and all practitioners. Hari directs and teaches Kundalini classes and teacher trainings worldwide, with a notable legacy of bringing Kundalini Yoga to high schools and hospitals. From 1988 to 2004, she led the development of Kundalini Yoga wellness programs at Newton-Wellesley Hospital in the Greater Boston Area before relocating to NYC with her husband, Dave. In 2004, Hari founded the Illumined Woman courses to empower women of all ages, curating wisdom that brings healing, comfort, and transformation. She authored two influential books: ‘A Woman’s Book of Meditation: Discovering the Power of a Peaceful Mind’ and, as co-author with Machelle Seibel, MD, ‘A Woman’s Book of Yoga: Embracing Our Natural Life Cycles.’ Hari’s dedication has earned her numerous service awards for making Kundalini Yoga accessible worldwide, and she was the first woman teacher trainer to integrate these teachings universally. Hari Kaur Khalsa’s impact extends beyond her teachings; she was recognized as one of Yoga Journal’s Top Ten Influencers of Yoga in the West, a testament to her profound influence on the global yoga community.
Jennifer Drue serves as a conduit for transformation, blending ancient wisdom with modern healing practices. Trained under the guidance of esteemed Hari Kaur, she channels the power of Kundalini Yoga, complemented by her expertise as a Certified Sound Therapy Practitioner, weaving the mesmerizing tones of the gong and other sacred sound instruments into her practice. Jennifer curates personal retreats and intimate sessions, each a sacred space for upliftment, healing and transformation. Her teachings resonate deeply, touching lives with the gentle power of healing. She also works for a non-profit organization dedicated to serving people navigating visual impairments and other disabilities, embodying her commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Octopia Sauna is a wood-fired sanctuary, handcrafted with rough-sawn hemlock and a hand-painted door, completed in January 2025. The sauna’s design incorporates an octopus theme, rich in symbolism. The octopus, known for its transformation, adaptability, and intelligence, symbolizes the flexibility needed to navigate life’s challenges. Its eight arms and recurring patterns represent infinity, cycles of renewal, and the continuous flow of energy. Together, these elements create a space for healing, stillness, rejuvenation, and connection. Octopia Sauna offers a serene retreat, inviting peace and wholeness to all who enter.