Welcome! This page answers some commonly asked questions so you can make the most of your Kripalu experience. Let yourself be transformed—and let us help.

QUICK RESOURCES

Community Agreements | Dining Menu | R&R and Yoga Schedule | Book Healing Arts | Lenox Shuttle Times & Booking | Building Map | Grounds Map
 

WHAT TO DO

DAILY R&R SCHEDULE | Review the daily schedule for today and the next two days here.

HEALING ARTS SERVICES | If you have not already booked Healing Arts services, including massage and bodywork, book online or call 413.448.3214.

SHUTTLE | We now offer a shuttle service to downtown Lenox on Fridays and Sundays. For more information and to book now, visit our transportation page.

SOUND BATH & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES | Spaces for sound baths and outdoor activities, including archery, guided hikes, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding, are limited and fill up quickly, so advanced registration is required. Please get in touch with 413.448.3500 to reserve your spot if you haven't already.

CAMPUS MAP | Explore our Shadowbrook building—including yoga rooms, guest rooms, and shared spaces. See the building map. 

EXPLORE OUR GROUNDS | Surrounded by more than 100 beautiful acres, Kripalu sits on a hilltop, with exquisite views of surrounding woodlands, hills, valleys, and the serene Lake Mahkeenac. Explore our grounds, hiking and walking trails.  

CHECKING OUT

Room check-out is at 10:00 am. However, you are welcome to stay on campus until 2:00 pm. You can bring your luggage to the storage room near registration for safekeeping until you depart. There are no Saturday arrivals or departures for overnight stays.

HOURS

Campus Quiet Hours 10:00 pm–5:30am

*All times are subject to change.

DINING

The dining hall is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner—see hours above. View the menu here.

SILENT BREAKFAST | Please note breakfast provides a time for silent dining (other spaces are available for conversation). For other meals, there is a room available for silent dining, as well. 

THE KRIPALU CAFE | The Cafe serves organic coffee and tea, cold beverages, snacks, our favorite bakery items, and more. The hours are 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.

FREE TIME

FREE TIME | Wondering what to do with your free time? A few suggestions are below, but this time is designed for you to make the most of your Kripalu experience. 

• Explore more than 100 breathtaking acres of hiking trails, walking paths, and a private lakefront area. View the map.
• Attend a yoga or movement class. View the schedule.
• Journal or meditate.
• Visit the fitness room.
• Relax in the sauna. Our saunas are located in the basement level of the Shadowbrook building and open to all guests. The West Wing Sauna is all for who identify as women. The East Wing Sauna is for all who identify as men. The East Wing Sauna also has gender-expansive hours 7pm–10pm where all are welcome. Bathing suits are optional.
  Note: the whirlpool is currently closed.
• Explore the Shop. Curated with compassion, all products are hand-selected to educate and inspire you. See the hours above. 
• Visit the Cafe for a selection of snacks and drinks, including organic coffee or tea, that are for sale.
• Curl up with a good book in one of our many comfy lounges and enjoy our breathtaking views.

SAFETY

CAMPUS SAFETY | The office is located by the Main Entrance and serves as Kripalu’s First Aid Station.  The Kripalu Campus Safety Department can be reached at 413.448.3555 or by email at campussafety@kripalu.org. For any on-campus emergencies, please get in touch with Campus Safety.  
For your convenience, telephones are located throughout the campus, which can be used to contact the Front Desk or Campus Safety.  

LOST & FOUND | All Lost and Found Property is handled by the Front Desk. The Front Desk can be contacted at 413.448.3450. 

COVID-19 SAFETY GUIDELINES | Thank you for doing your part to create a safe environment for yourself and others. Please review our full Covid-19 Safety Protocols, which continue to evolve along with medical guidance.

Our mask policy is as follows: 

• • Masks are not required in the main building, dining hall, shop, or program/yoga rooms. However, we encourage guests to monitor and manage their own personal health and safety and mask accordingly. 
• • Kripalu reserves the right to require masks for specific programs inside the program room.

SMOKING | Smoking of any kind (cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vaping, marijuana, etc.) is prohibited on Kripalu’s campus. Anyone caught in violation of this policy will be subject to one or more fines up to $1000 each.

Kripalu's goal is to provide an inclusive environment that welcomes diverse viewpoints and encourages thoughtful discussion. Any views or opinions shared within a program reflect those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect the views of Kripalu. 

DIGITAL ACCESS

UNPLUGGED AT KRIPALU POLICY | All electronic devices—including phones, computers, and tablets—are not allowed in public spaces.

Give your nervous system a break from the endless scrolling and the distraction of notifications by putting your phone and other electronic devices aside while at Kripalu. Our digital device-free campus lets you participate at Kripalu free of distraction and encourages digital mindfulness—and in fact, many of our guests are surprised that being “unplugged” is one of their favorite parts of their stay. Learn more about being Unplugged at Kripalu here. 

We ask everyone to use electronic devices only in designated locations to practice being mindful of the moment and respectful of fellow guests, students, and staff. Learn more.

STAY CONNECTED

You will find a wealth of resources there, but there are several ways to be part of our greater community.

1. Continue to study, practice, and play by joining the Kripalu Online Studio. Nurture yourself while you find your online community—for less than $2 per class. Learn more here. 

• 2. Deepen your practice with Kripalu Schools. Learn how our schools can be part of your path forward here. 
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• 3. Donate to help Kripalu make a difference. As a nonprofit organization, Kripalu is dedicated to empowering people and communities to realize their full potential through the transformative wisdom and practice of yoga. See why your contribution matters.

LOST AND FOUND

Leave something behind? Please visit our Lost and Found Page to read about our policy and get our contact information.

LEARN MORE