Debra Pettinato-Ross and Richard Ross founded The Barn at Bhakti Manor in 2015 to provide a comfortable, contemplative refuge for those seeking to expand their physical and spiritual knowledge. Located in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, and easily accessible from Atlanta and Ashville, Bhakti Manor can accommodate groups of up to 50, with on-site accommodations for 10 and nearby accommodations for 40 or more.
Debra and Richard have been students of spiritual growth and alternative healing modalities since the early 1970’s and have studied under Yogi Amrit Desai, Ram Dass, Deborah King, and Tony Robbins, among others. They have participated in numerous programs offered by a variety of organizations including the Amrit Yoga Institute, Omega Institute, School of Humanity & Awareness, and Pura Vida.
