2026 CMNY JCHYK Retreat
Lift Yourself By Yourself

Adults

Date: Sep 26, 2026 - Sep 27, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM EST

Weekday: Saturday, Sunday

  • cost per person: $175.00

$175.00

Refund Policy

Description:

Calling all high schoolers for a weekend retreat focused on the theme of “Lift Yourself By Yourself” - designed to impart accountability, mental clarity, and emotional resilience.

 

The retreat will carefully study Chapter 6 Verse 5 from the Bhagavad Gita:

“One should lift oneself by oneself; one should not lower oneself. The

mind is verily one's friend; the mind is one’s own enemy.”

 

Event Details:

🗓️ Saturday, Sept 26th to Sunday Sept 27th

Shanti Mandir - 51 Muktananda Marg, Walden, NY 12586

👥 Open to all high school students (including incoming freshmen & graduating seniors)

🐦💰 Early Bird Contribution: $160 until August 3rd (includes all accommodations - lodging, meals, merch, etc.)

- Please use the code CHYKEarly26 for the early bird rate.

💰 Regular Contribution: $175 until Sept 1st (includes all accommodations - lodging, meals, merch, etc.)

Teacher for the Weekend: Brni. Shubhani Chaitanya

Known for her warm nature and clear, straightforward delivery, Shubhani Ji brings the Gita to life in a way that makes sense to today’s youth.

What to Expect:

  • Inspiring satsangs and interactive sessions with Shubhani Ji
  • Workshops, yoga, bonfire, group activities, and fun challenges
  • Time for reflection, connection, and fun
  • Great food, good company, and camp vibe

Additional Information:

    • The retreat will start at 11am on Saturday and end at 4pm on Sunday
    • We will coordinate travel to and from Shanti Mandir together.  Shanti Mandir is located in Walden, NY, which is about an hour and a half from Manhattan. We will coordinate taking the MetroNorth train from Grand Central to Beacon, NY and coordinate pickup from the Beacon station to Shanti Mandir.
    • We have limited availability due to limited rooms at Shanti Mandir - registration will close after our maximum number of participants is reached. Sign up soon!
    • Please reach out to Subbarao Garlapati at sgarlapati9@gmail.com with any questions.