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Tibetan Yogas of Body, Speech, and Mind

Name: Tibetan Yogas of Body, Speech, and Mind
Start: 2026-07-03
End: 2026-07-05
Location: Menla
Rating: 4.78

4.7827 reviews

375 Panterkill Road PO Box 70 Phoenicia, NY 12464 United States

July 3 - 5, 2026

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Dr.

Lama

Dr. James Bae DACM, E-RYT, C-IAYT

James H. Bae, DACM, L.Ac is a doctor of Chinese medicine, author and independent researcher. Dr. Bae’s therapeutic background includes the study of traditional Chinese, Japanese, Ayurvedic and Tibetan medicine. He is authorized to teach Tibetan yoga in various traditional Buddhist lineages.

James leads retreats in the U.S and internationally, with a focus on the inner yogas, such as Tummo and Tsalung Trulkhor. He also specializes in the adaptation of these subtle body practices in somatic, movement-based disciplines and Mindbody, trauma-informed therapies.

www.drjamesbae.com

Lama Karma Justin Wall

Lama Karma (Justin Wall) is a teacher in the Shangpa Kagyu and Karma Kagyu lineages of Tibetan Buddhism. He completed two three-year retreats at Palpung Thubten Chöling Monastery and one six month retreat at Shangpa Karma Ling, with extensive dark retreat practice. He is the director of the Milarepa Retreat Center in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, and is the lead designer and facilitator with Numadelic Labs, a nonprofit coordinating research into transformative group ceremonies in virtual reality that explore contemplative practice, death, and dream states. Beyond his wife and daughter, his primary teachers include Lama Norlha Rinpoche, Tai Situ Rinpoche, Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche, and Chögyal Namkhai Norbu Rinpoche.

Details of this retreat

The Vajrayana approach to yoga includes a comprehensive framework that integrates all of the dimensions of what it means to be human. Through physical movement we cultivate embodiment. Through breathwork, breath retention, and sonification we train our speech and subtle body. And through concentration and insight practices we train in distinctive methods of seeing the mind’s natural state with clarity and insight. Taken together, this approach to practice culminates in the trikāya, the three bodies of complete Buddhahood.

Lama Karma will bring teachings from the Shangpa Lineage of Tibetan Buddhism, drawing from the “Threefold Natural Settling” Mahāmudrā instructions of Niguma.

James Bae will provide instruction on Tibetan Yoga, breath practices and meditations form the ancient or Nyingma tradition.

Lama Karma and Dr. James have collaborated on Tibetan Yoga according to Ka-Nying, bridging the subtle body practices of these traditions together in a complementary approach.

In this summer retreat they will bridge together yogas of the ‘ancient’ and ‘whispered’ traditions in an accessible format, for all levels of experience and physical capacity.

Schedule

Friday, July 3

3 - 6 pm Arrival & Check-in
6 - 7 pm Dinner
7:30 - 9 pm Welcome Program

Saturday, July 4

7 - 8 am Early Morning Program
8 - 9 am Breakfast
9:30 am - 12 pm Morning Program
12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 - 4 pm Free Time for Relaxation and Spa
4 - 6 pm Afternoon Program
6 - 7 pm Dinner
7:30 - 9 pm Evening Program

Sunday, July 5

7 - 11 am Check-out of Rooms
7 - 8 am Early Morning Program
8 - 9 am Breakfast
9:30 am - 12 pm Morning Program
12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch & Departure

*Please note that the schedule is subject to change at any time.

Getting Here

Menla, 375 Panterkill Road PO Box 70 Phoenicia, NY 12464 United States

Accommodation

Deluxe Queen

Deluxe Queen Room with Queen Bed and Private Bathroom Free Phone and Hi-Speed Wifi Internet Access Available Air Conditioning All Rooms in Lhasa are Handicap-Accessible, Including Four Rooms with Wheelchair Accessible Showers. Deluxe Queen Rooms are Available in Lhasa Inn and Kathmandu House * Please note that rates include meals and accommodations

Deluxe Double (Shared Room)

Deluxe Double Room with Two Full Size Beds and Private Bathroom Free Phone and Hi-Speed Wifi Internet Access Available Air Conditioning All Rooms in Lhasa are Handicap-Accessible, Including Four Rooms with Wheelchair Accessible Showers. Deluxe Double Rooms with Private Bathrooms are Located in the Lhasa Inn * Please note rates include meals and accommodations. This booking is for one bed in a double shared room: We May Assign You a Roommate if You Do Not Register with One.

Economy Premium Single - Shared Bath

Standard Premium Single Room with a Queen or Full Bed and Shared Bathroom Up to 10 guests share two large bathrooms. Each bathroom has two shower stalls and two toilets. A phone is not available but high-speed WiFi is available in the room Phone Access Available in Upper Level Of Conference Center. All calls are free of charge This Lodging Type is not ADA Compliant. * Please note rates include meals and accommodations.

Economy Single - Shared Bath

Standard Single Room with a Twin Bed and Shared Bathroom Bathroom is Shared with One to Six Other Guests on Your Floor. A phone is not available but high-speed WiFi is available in the room Phone Access Available in Nearby Conference Center and also Lhasa in Business Center. All calls are free of charge. This Lodging Type is not ADA Compliant. * Please note rates include meals and accommodations.

Economy Double - Shared Bath (Shared Room)

Standard Double with Twin Beds and Shared Bathroom The bathroom is Shared with other rooms on the same floor. High-speed Wi-Fi is available in the room. Phone Access Available in Nearby Conference Center and also Lhasa in Business Center. All calls are free of charge. This Lodging Type is not ADA Compliant. * Please note that rates include meals and accommodations * Please note: this is an open door policy room, meaning there are no keys to lock the door (we have lockers you can use at Lhasa if needed) * This booking is for one bed in a double shared room: We May Assign You Roommates if You Do Not Register with others

Customer Reviews

4.78 out of 5.0 average rating

Brianna • Mar 26, 2026

5.0

Verified

Beautiful Retreat

Menla’s grounds are truly special, tucked into the gorgeous Catskill mountains, you truly cannot beat the location. There is a pond, a creek, hiking trails and multiple places to explore. I felt such peace joining this retreat between the beautiful itinerary and the space it was held. Highly recommend a retreat at Menla.

Oliviana • Mar 26, 2026

4.0

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Equinox embodied retreat

I loved my time at menla while attending my retreat. The space is so beautiful and all of the staff is so kind. I also really enjoyed the spa where I was able to get a massage. My room was beautiful as well. I would love to come and stay here again.

Sara • Mar 20, 2026

5.0

Verified

Beautiful and Sacred Visit

The architecture of Kevin Courtney's teachings and the structure of his fellow teachers' offerings was truly brilliant and got us into a place where, by the end, you are as tapped in as you can possibly be.

The beauty and sacredness of the land on which Menla is sits is very much a part of the experience and deeply woven into the fabric.

The grounds, lodging, staff, and delicious meals were all exquisite as well. We felt cared for and held in every way.

Linka • Mar 18, 2026

5.0

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Absolutely Perfect!

I adore Menla Retreat Center. This is my second time attending a retreat at Menla. The land is so peaceful and serene. The staff is lovely, the spa is beautiful, and the food is really good. I truly enjoyed my time here and will visit again!

Katy • Mar 16, 2026

5.0

Verified

Lovely Space

A lovely space to learn, rest and find light. I felt embraced both by nature and the caring staff. The food was delicious and the spa rejuvenating. Thank you, Menla!

Tibetan Yogas of Body, Speech, and Mind

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Dr. James Bae DACM, E-RYT, C-IAYT

Lama Karma Justin Wall

Details of this retreat

Getting Here