Kripalu Retreat for Men

The Kripalu Retreat for Men is an outdoor adventure for men of all ages, held on the residential campus of Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. It is a men's retreat built around unplugging from technology, practicing yoga and meditation, and learning hands-on outdoor skills in the company of other men. It is led by Micah Mortali, founder of Kripalu's School of Mindful Outdoor Leadership and an author, together with Kripalu faculty member Christopher Holmes.

What to Expect

The retreat runs for four days, with a rhythm that moves between movement, stillness, skill-building and conversation. Together, the group learns to birth fire with flint and steel, meditates outdoors, practices yoga on the mat, and explores traditional archery. The aim is to reflect, heal, and gather strength and inspiration, and to reconnect with what the program calls our wild selves.

Evenings close around a roaring fire in council sessions, a chance to share and listen in community. Men are encouraged to bring a few friends and take the adventure together.

The daily schedule is steady and simple:

- 6:30 to 7:45 am: Kripalu Yoga class
- 7:30 to 9:00 am: Silent breakfast
- 9:00 to 11:30 am: Program session
- 11:30 am to 1:30 pm: Lunch
- 1:30 to 4:00 pm: Program session
- 4:45 to 6:00 pm: Kripalu Yoga class
- 5:30 to 7:30 pm: Dinner
- 7:00 to 9:00 pm: Program session

On the opening day, check-in begins at 2:00 pm, followed by yoga at 4:45, dinner, and an opening program session from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. On the closing day, the morning yoga class and silent breakfast are followed by a final program session from 9:30 to 11:30 am, then lunch and departure. Actual times may vary, and the schedule given at check-in lists room locations.

About Micah Mortali

Micah Mortali is a spiritual teacher, author, and the founder of Kripalu's School of Mindful Outdoor Leadership. He brings that outdoor and mindfulness focus to this retreat, guiding the fire-making, outdoor meditation and council circles.

About Christopher Holmes

Christopher Holmes is a member of the Kripalu faculty and co-leads the retreat alongside Micah Mortali, supporting the yoga, outdoor practice and community sessions.

The Setting

The retreat takes place on campus at Kripalu in Stockbridge, in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, where guests stay in simple accommodations designed to help them unplug and feel grounded. Options include a private single-occupancy room or a bed in a community dormitory. Rooms are ready by 4:00 pm, and bags can be stored in the Luggage Room until then. On the day of departure, room check-out is at 10:00 am, though guests may stay on campus and take part in workshops until 2:00 pm.

Three nutritious meals are served each day, and breakfast is taken in silence.

Before You Go

This retreat is for men of all ages and all levels of yoga experience. No prior outdoor skills or yoga practice is needed. The program is taught in English.

Your stay includes three meals a day, more than ten daily yoga classes, outdoor skills instruction, lodging, and access to the Kripalu grounds. Healing Arts sessions, items from the Kripalu Shop, and Cafe purchases are available separately. You will come home with practical outdoor skills and a sense of being grounded in a supportive community of men.