Join us for a healing and rejuvenating retreat where we will slow down, take time for ourselves and experientially practice techniques to guide you to evolve in mind, body and spirit. We will offer daily yoga, meditation and spiritual coaching workshops to support you to live more in alignment in mind, body and spirit. Our retreat location is at Menla, a hidden oasis set in a secluded valley in the heart of the Catskill mountains surrounded by thousands of acres of unspoiled wilderness. Enjoy Menla’s beautiful Labrynth, Community barn, gardens and amenities. Immerse yourself in the magic of pristine forests, hiking trails, wildlife, and discover a rich tapestry of wellness experiences and activities. Add to your experience with a treatment from their world-class and popular Dewa Spa.
There are planned activities and plenty of free time to relax and decompress. For those who want more solo time to disconnect, that’s up to you.
Simple, luxurious and elegant - the charming rooms at Menla are relaxing and inspire a zen like and at-home experience in the mountains.
Laina Florio - Spiritual Life Coach
Stacey Hirshmann - Yoga & Meditation Teacher
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3 meals each day. Mostly healthy organic vegetarian, with egg and dairy options.
Meals start at dinner on arrival day and end with lunch on departure day.
Workshops: Laina Florio will lead workshops designed to support you in living a more inspired, purpose driven life. The theme for this retreat is called “Who Are You Becoming?” designed to support you in in moving forward wherever you are in your life. Why? Because we are relational beings and almost always in transition - whether it is something big, like a relationship, career change, a move, etc, or something more subtle such as you are seeking more peace or self love within yourself. When we do the inner work, our outside worlds begin to evolve. You will be guided to gain more clarity about what you are seeking, what is holding you back, and a path forward to live in a more inspired, purposeful and joyful way. You will be supported and guided in a safe, nurturing space.
Yoga & Meditation: Stacey Hirshmann is a seasoned yoga teacher and educator. Her extensive experience combines a variety of yoga techniques including breath-work, kundalini, meditation, chakra healing and more. Her yoga classes are perfect for a beginner or advanced yogi who wants to explore in a safe and nurturing environment. Stacey's passion resides in proper alignment with powerful breath, flow and mindfulness. She honors the individual and encourages students in their process of self inquiry and self realization. Stacey’s training and expertise also includes Pre-Natal Yoga, Restorative, Yoga Dance, Reiki, Theta Healing, and many more modalities.
In between classes, you’ll have plenty of time for relaxing, activities, spa treatments, and enjoying the beauty of Menla’s expansive retreat property.
Dewa Spa. Discover the ancient restorative therapies of Tibet at Dewa, Menla’s world-class healing spa and one of the few places in the West where you can experience the Tibetan KuNye massage. Choose from an expansive selection of wellness treatments here.
Alternative Treatments: Choose from a full range of healing modalities such as reiki, intuitive readings, astrology and more. *Book your appointments early. See our retreat schedule below to plan accordingly.
Snowlion - Snowlion is a two-story cabin with an elegant 360-square-foot living and dining room with large windows and a cathedral ceiling. Relax on the upstairs sundeck and enjoy one of the best night sky views at Menla.
Snowlion is the furthest from the main conference center and yoga room. It's a 10 minute leisurely walk or a short drive. Plenty of parking is available.
This cabin has 5 bedrooms and 2 baths. Guests will share a bathroom with 1 or 2 others.
Snowlion - Snowlion is a two-story cabin with an elegant 360-square-foot living and dining room with large windows and a cathedral ceiling. Relax on the upstairs sundeck and enjoy one of the best night sky views at Menla.
Snowlion is the furthest from the main conference center and yoga room. It's a 10 minute leisurely walk or a short drive. Plenty of parking is available.
This cabin has 5 bedrooms and 3 baths. Guests will share a bathroom with 1 or 2 others.
Triumphu - Named after the capital of Bhutan, Thimphu is a two-story chalet-style building located behind Lhasa Inn at the foot of the northern mountain ridge. Each room faces the southern ridge with excellent views of the mountain. The entry to this building has an outdoor staircase and is not appropriate for people who have difficulty climbing stairs.
Guests who choose this option will share a bathroom with 1 or 2 others.
Potola Cabin - Newly acquired in 2020, Potala House is a stunning and spacious three-story house with a large living room with vaulted ceilings and huge windows facing Panther Mountain. Potala also features an open kitchen and dining room. A large sun deck awaits you just outside the living room.
Named after the Dalai Lama’s palace in Lhasa, Potala is located at the top of the hill above the Conference Center and offers total privacy.
This cabin has 4 bedrooms and 3 baths.
THERE IS ONE SPOT LEFT FOR PRIVATE QUEEN BEDROOM. THE BATHROOM WILL BE SHARED WITH A MALE GUEST.
Triumphu - Named after the capital of Bhutan, Thimphu is a two-story chalet-style building located behind Lhasa Inn at the foot of the northern mountain ridge. Each room faces the southern ridge with excellent views of the mountain. The entry to this building has an outdoor staircase and is not appropriate for people who have difficulty climbing stairs.
Guests who choose this option will share a bathroom with 1 or 2 others.
Great option with the most privacy. Located in the main houses called Lhasa/Kathmandu. See Menla.org for a more complete description.
Potola Cabin - Newly acquired in 2020, Potala House is a stunning and spacious three-story house with a large living room with vaulted ceilings and huge windows facing Panther Mountain. Potala also features an open kitchen and dining room. A large sun deck awaits you just outside the living room.
Named after the Dalai Lama’s palace in Lhasa, Potala is located at the top of the hill above the Conference Center and offers total privacy.
Day 1
Wednesday, September 6th
3–6 pm Arrival (settle in, relax and unwind)
6–7 pm Dinner
7–9 pm Welcome Ceremony
Day 2
Thursday, September 7th
7-8 am Yoga & Guided Meditation
8–9 am Breakfast
10–12 pm Coaching Workshop 1
12-12:30pm Reflection Time
12:30-1:30 pm Lunch
2-4 pm Nature hike (optional)
4-6 pm Free time/ Spa time
6–7 pm Dinner
7:30–8:30 pm Fireside Chat (Satya)
Day 3
Friday, September 8th
7-8 am Yoga & Guided Meditation
8–9 am Breakfast
10–12 pm Coaching Workshop 2
12-12:30pm Reflection Time
12:30-1:30 pm Lunch
2-3 pm Walking Meditation (optional)
3-6 Free time/ Spa time
6–7 pm Dinner
7:30–8:30 pm Restorative Yoga Class
Day 4
Saturday, September 9th
7-8 am Yoga & Guided Meditation
8–9 am Breakfast
10–12 pm Coaching Workshop 3
12-12:30pm Reflection Time
12:30-1:30 pm Lunch
2-3 pm Guided Meditation (optional)
3-6 Free time/ Spa time
6–7 pm Dinne
7:30–8:30 pm Fireside Ceremony (Satya)
Day 5
Sunday, September 10th
7-8 am Yoga & Guided Meditation
8–9 am Breakfast
9:30am Checkout
10–12:30 pm Closing Ceremony & FUN Workshop
12:30–1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 pm Departure
*Please note that the schedule is subject to change slightly.