Winter Solstice Kundalini Yoga & Gong Bath with Hari & Jenn

When: Sunday, December 21

Yoga & Gong Bath: 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Mountain View Studio, 20 Mountain View Avenue, Woodstock, NY

Lunch & Group Connection: 1:30 – 2:30 PM
Bring a simple packed lunch to enjoy in community conversation.

Solstice Nature Walk & Meditation: 2:30 – 4:00 PM
A gentle journey through the winter woods, attuning to the rhythm of the season.

Satsang + Dinner: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Return indoors for tea, conversation, and a nourishing shared dinner by candlelight. We’ll gather in circle to share insights, intentions, and blessings for the return of the light.

Step into the stillness of winter and honor the return of light with a soul-nourishing Winter Solstice in Woodstock. This special day includes Kundalini Yoga, a Gong Bath, a Nature Walk and Satsang + Dinner in community. Guided by master teacher Hari Kaur and sound healer Jenn Drue, the day invites you to pause, reflect, and renew as we cross the threshold into the longest night. Following the practice, we’ll gather for Satsang — shared reflection and conversation — and enjoy a nourishing dinner together, honoring the season of stillness, gratitude, and rebirth. Come as you are — open to all levels and hearts ready to reconnect with presence, peace, and purpose.

Accessibility

All are welcome. No one is turned away for lack of funds. Reach out to request a scholarship or reduced rate.

Scholarships & Work Exchange

We offer scholarship and work exchange opportunities for those with limited financial resources to attend class. Please reach out to inquire about availability and details.

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.
• Community Connection: Stay after class for tea, treats, and heartfelt connection with fellow participants.
• 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.