At the Drala Mountain Center January 8-11

Inirly Colorado is an affordable, no-holds-barred Hatharaja yoga program that will give every attendee the time and structure necessary to reach new levels in their yoga, breathwork, and meditation practice.

What’s Hatharaja? Hatha means force, referring to physically intense “forceful” postures and breath-control sequences; think longer holds, deeper stretches, and greater demand for strength. Raja means king and royal, referring to the more dignified, skill-driven, technical meditations of fifteenth century yoga. The Hatharaja style is a callback to the more traditional intentions, expressions, and benefits of the yoga sciences.

 

Film photos taken at Inirly Colorado 2025

Testimonials

 
“Spending a weekend with Eben Oroz is a transformational experience.”
— Felicia Tomaska, Editor in Chief LA Yoga Magazine
“Hands down, Eben’s retreat was one of the best experiences I have had in my life. From the first moment I walked into the space, it felt sacred and it only deepened from there.”
— Deanna Ainsworth, Studio Director Hot 8 Yoga
“Eben’s presence and guidance provided a clear and embodied sense of how to channel discipline and devotion into my practice. I’m grateful for the opportunity to know him, and to have experienced his wisdom in action.”
— Chris Unwin, Founder of Free Media

Method and Itinerary

Inirly Colorado is a dedicated “sit, stay, and practice” retreat—where the depth and consistency of practice take precedence. The core philosophy is simple: it is a sustained, immersive practice that drives the transformative effects of retreat. Without that commitment, a retreat risks becoming little more than a wellness getaway.

The Inirly curriculum is a unique synthesis of Western psychological theory, evidence-based athletic training methods, traditional yogic disciplines, and a guiding belief that transformation favors those who are bold, committed, and willing to explore the edges of comfort and familiarity.

 
 
 

The Goal is Genuine Personal Wisdom

Each retreat is built on 4 foundations to ensure a personally insightful and meaningful experience for each attendee.

  1. Immersion into Novel Culture

  2. Technical Meditation Training

  3. Physical Conditioning

  4. Goal-Focused Itinerary

 
 

Inirly Colorado Winter Retreat Foundations

 

1. Immersion in novel culture

  • For those familiar with winter, there’s a mysterious beauty to the season. It’s harsh and demanding but, at the time, the world seems enchanted when it’s covered in white snow, ice, and cold wind. It’s a beautiful time of the year that signals wonder and self-reflection. For these reasons, it’s an ideal time to practice.

  • Overstimulation is a growing concern in modern life and maintaining boundaries between our personal lives and an increasingly interconnected world is not as easy as it sounds. Contact with nature is a scientifically recognized solution to many of the ailments of modern life. The Drala Mountain Center rests on 100’s of acres of land. The sanctuary provides the nature and the distance necessary to feel disconnected from the noise of modern life and connected to the alternative peace beyond it.

  • A retreat’s success depends on the quality of its practice schedule. Getting away isn’t enough to access the legendary clarity and vitality of the yogi. A student must practice with passion and consistency. Each day we’ll spend roughly 9-10 hours discussing, meditating, breathing, and practicing postures. It’s a lot but worth it. It turns out that 3 days is just enough time to reach the personal peak of practice.

2. Technical meditation training

  • All meditation sessions are designed to increase both cognitive control and a capacity to enter flow states (aka presence).

  • The information we have supports our perspectives and reactions to life. Philosophy, a framework of information, is a form of intelligence that when learned, enhances our ability to rationalize circumstances and move forward as gracefully as possible.

  • The final piece to the yoga puzzle is how these philosophical points, personal insights, and new experiences fit into our everyday lives. Making new knowledge fit into old paradigms is a critical piece of the “sitting” process.

3. Physical Conditioning

  • The particular yoga sequence of this retreat is an endurance and strength-based practice that will encourage flexibility, vitality, and coordination of the body.

  • Breathwork is a cornerstone of the process. The breathwork taught is a high-intensity physical practice that invigorates the blood, shocks the mind and body, and trains us to remain calm and present.

  • MEEs are modern ways of initiating ourselves into deeper zones of focus, commitment, and technique. The three main MEEs during Inirly Colorado will be a vigorous posture challenge, an extended fire-gazing and chanting session, and a “marathon” sit. The marathon sit is where the entire weekend comes together for the majority of attendees.

4. Goal-Focused Curriculum

    1. Two posture sessions/day

    2. One breathwork workshop/day

    3. Complete 1-hour high intensity breathork circuit

    1. Two meditations/day

    2. Daily noble silence and self-reflection

    3. Complete 90-min fire gazing and chanting session

    4. Complete winter endurance meditation

    1. No phones

    2. No screens

    3. No intoxicants

 

The Drala Mountain Center

Hosting more than a hundred group retreats, weekend programs and private retreats every year for over 52 years, Drala Mountain Center is “home” to practitioners world-wide.

While the land will nourish your soul and provide ample opportunity to connect with nature and community, Drala Mountain Center is not a 5-star resort. Accommodations range from clean and comfortable private lodge rooms with bathrooms to dorm rooms with shared bathrooms to tents with access to bathhouses. Our aim is to support your basic needs while you participate in your program, provide a safe, clean and comfortable environment with wonderful food and a staff dedicated to the success of your retreat.  

 

Shotoku Shrine Room

This bright, spacious hall is floored with bamboo and encircled by windows and beautiful views. This will be our practice space for the retreat. Yoga mats, meditation cushions, and blankets are provided.

Accommodation

There are 3 varieties of accommodation at Drala; Dorms, Doubles, and Single Lodges.

  • Dorms are separated by men and women. Multiple single beds per room and communal same-gender bathrooms and showers.

  • Doubles are private rooms with 2 full beds in each and a private bathroom.

  • Singles lodges are furnished with a full-size bed, desk, and closet, and access to a shared same-gender bath.

Affordable Prices for an Invaluable Weekend

Dorms $590

Doubles $730

Singles $820

RETREAT PRICE INCLUDES

  1. All lodging

  2. All yoga, meditation, and breathwork sessions

  3. All meals

PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE

  1. Flights

  2. Transport to and from Drala Mountain Center (Group transport will be organized if requested; roughly $110 roundtrip to airport)

Claim your spot with a $300 deposit

Deposits are non-refundable

or pay in full and get a bonus discount!

 

If there are any remaining questions, feel free to reach out.

 

“It's always a joy and privilege to host these weekends. If you’re seeking anything related to the inner self and the meditative mind, this weekend will not disappoint. The techniques and itinerary are the culmination of a lifetime of above-average discipline, curiosity, and exploration. I’ve walked in the footprints of sadhus, babas, and yogis and am happy to point the way for anyone else who happens to yearn for that inner summit. I love to say this because it’s true, the myth of nirvana is real, it’s just much less than we think it is… and perfectly so.”