Omega Institute

The Omega Institute of Holistic Studies was co-founded by Elizabeth Lesser and Stephen Rechtschaffen in 1977. The institute offers ways to help find better health, personal growth, and inner peace. The concept of the school originated from the Sufi community and their goal to create a school that would offer a focus in holistic studies.

Fast Facts

1. Founded in 1977
2. In 1978 offered four week summer courses
3. Location: Rhinebeck, NY
4. Phone: (800) 944-1001
5. 195 acre campus
6. Located two hours north of New York City
7. Over 20,000 people attend workshops, retreats, and conferences
8. The name "Omega" was inspired by the writings of Teilhard de Chardin

Offerings at Omega

Classes at the Omega Institute range from learning Sanskrit to discovering the path to Buddhism. Some classes incorporate music and dance, while others focus on yoga and working with animals. The institute also offers special workshops in the New York City are such as special talks with Jack Kornfield, Tara Brach, and Mark Epstein.¹

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