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Into the Depths of Yoga

Name: Into the Depths of Yoga
Start: 2026-10-30
End: 2026-11-01
Location: Menla
Rating: 4.86

4.86100 reviews

Phoenicia, NY 12464, USA

October 30 - November 1, 2026

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Colleen

Rodney

Colleen Saidman Yee

Colleen Saidman Yee began her yoga journey in 1984 in New York City, initially hesitant but deeply impacted by her first class. After years of pursuing other athletic disciplines, a back surgery in 1994 led her to fully commit to yoga. She completed Jivamukti’s teacher training in 1998 and went on to found Yoga Shanti in Sag Harbor in 1999. Over the years, she has become one of the most recognized figures in modern yoga, earning the title “First Lady of Yoga” from The New York Times and appearing widely across major publications and media. Her 2015 bestselling book, Yoga for Life: A Journey to Inner Peace and Freedom, reflects her ability to weave personal story with practical guidance. Her work extends beyond the studio into education, media, and integrative wellness. She co-created initiatives blending yoga with healing modalities through UZIT and helped develop Urban Zen’s Integrative Yoga Therapist Program, bringing yoga into healthcare settings worldwide. Alongside her husband, Rodney Yee, she leads teacher trainings and workshops globally, while also contributing to major yoga platforms and wellness programs. Based in Sag Harbor, she continues to teach, write, and evolve her practice, drawing inspiration from her students, her teachers, and most meaningfully, her four children.

Rodney Yee

Rodney Yee began his yoga journey in the 1980s, initially drawn to the study of the physical body before expanding into the exploration of mind and spirituality. His early interests in gymnastics, philosophy, physical therapy, and dance—including performing with the Oakland Ballet and a Tokyo-based company—shaped a lifelong pursuit of integration and wholeness. He trained extensively in Iyengar Yoga in Berkeley and San Francisco with influential teachers, and in 1987 co-founded Piedmont Yoga Studio. His visibility grew through Yoga Journal and a widely successful series of instructional videos, helping bring yoga into the mainstream. In 2003, he moved to Sag Harbor, New York, where he now lives and teaches with his partner, Colleen Saidman Yee. Together, they lead classes, workshops, retreats, and teacher trainings around the world, and have collaborated on wellness initiatives that integrate yoga with broader healing practices. His teaching continues to reflect a thoughtful, experiential approach rooted in decades of study and practice.

Details of this retreat

Immerse yourself in a transformative weekend of yoga led by Colleen Saidman Yee and Rodney Yee, where you’ll explore how a consistent practice can help you listen more deeply, pause with intention, and respond to life with clarity and wisdom. Whether your days feel steady or full of unexpected highs and lows, this experience offers practical tools to help you return to center again and again.

Across the weekend, you’ll move through a thoughtful blend of asana, meditation, and pranayama, with sessions designed for all levels and offering a range of intensities—from more dynamic, energizing practices to quieter, restorative ones. As your understanding of these practices deepens, so too will your ability to apply them skillfully in daily life, meeting each moment with greater sensitivity and ease.

In quiet moments of attention to the breath, you may begin to notice how the weathervane of your body points you toward the practices that are most needed. Each session offers sequences chosen to support the full range of inner “weather,” helping you respond with steadiness and sincerity.

Cancellation Policy:

There is a $500 minimum that is nonrefundable at the time of registration.

Up to 45 days prior to the start of the retreat, a 50% refund may be made.

No refunds will be issued within a month of the start date of the retreat.

Schedule:

Friday, October 30

3 - 5 pm Arrival and Check-in
5 - 6 pm Yoga Class
6 - 7 pm Dinner

Saturday, October 31

8 - 9 am Breakfast
9:30 - 12 pm Yoga Class
12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 - 5 pm Free Time
5 - 6 pm Yoga Class
6 - 7 pm Dinner

Sunday, November 1

7 - 9:30 am Check-out of Rooms
8 - 9 am Breakfast
9:30 - 11:30 am Yoga Class
12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch & Departure

*Please note this schedule is subject to change.

Getting Here

Menla, Phoenicia, NY 12464, USA

Accommodation

Deluxe King

Deluxe King Room with King Bed and Private Bathroom Free Phone and Hi-Speed Wifi Internet Access Available Air Conditioning This Space is not ADA compliant. Deluxe King Rooms are Available only in Kathmandu House * Please note that rates include meals and accommodations

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.

Standard Single - Shared Bath

Menla Private Queen Room with Queen Bed and Shared Bathroom Public Phone and Hi-Speed Wifi Internet Access Available This lodging type is not ADA Compliant Private Queen Rooms with Shared Bathroom are Available in Thimpu House, Panther Cottage and Potala House * Please note that rates include meals and accommodations

Standard Double Full - Shared bath (Shared Room)

Deluxe Double Room with Two Full Beds and Shared Bathroom Free Phone and Hi-Speed Wifi Internet Access Available Air Conditioning This lodging type is not ADA Compliant. Please note that due to the stairs we recommend that guests with mobility issues book other accommodations. Deluxe Double Rooms with Shared Bathrooms are Located in Thimphu * 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.

Commuter

Commuters Menla Encourages Members of the Community to Participate in Our Wonderful Programs! Includes Meals, Public Phone, Public Computer, and Wi-Fi Internet Available in Lhasa Inn. Accommodations Fee Includes All Meals.

Customer Reviews

4.86 out of 5.0 average rating

Nancy • Oct 16, 2026

5.0

Verified

Seeking a REAL retreat - this is for you!

I attended Menla in early October for a Holotropic Breathwork workshop. It is nestled in the Catskill Mountains in NY, so serene, quiet, safe, and the food was INCREDIBLE, and so healthy & delicious. It never felt like anyone was around (unlike other retreats I have been to). If you are looking to unwind, just be with yourself and eat healthy, delicious food - Menla is the place to be! Highly, highly recommended!

Marcello • Oct 15, 2026

5.0

Verified

Unforgettable Experience of the Soul

I've wanted to visit Menla for many years, and have followed the work and incredible life of Robert Thurman for some years. The Kundalini Yoga Immersion with Jai Dev, somehow connected all of the dots so that even without the physical presence of Tenzin Bob, his rainbow body was felt in the rooms, the valleys and natural environments. The meals were an amazing complement to the comfortable rooms, the breath taking setting that all supported completely and fully amplified the journey.

One Note, that is just a personal suggestion and not to be seen as a criticism or judgment in any way. It would be nice to feel a presence of the great history, tradition, and culture of Menla, the Tibet House and the entire amazing project connected to the life work of Robert Thurman and his lifelong dedication exploring, educating and sharing the beauty of the Tibetan culture in all its facets. The stories of the Naga and Dalai Lama, the historical evolution of the area are all such unique elements that create the wonderful base of energy that permeates the experience of being there. The walks along the paths, discovering improvised shrines all create a magical experience that would be only honored by a bit more of a historical / cultural backdrop for visitors that may or may not know the deep importance of the work behind it all.

Thank you once again and can't wait to visit next year!!

catherine • Oct 14, 2026

5.0

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Life Force Academy Kundalini Yoga 5 day Immersion

I attended my first retreat at Menla about 6 years ago and was immediately hooked by the energy and beauty of the grounds. This is a very unique experience as in addition to the retreat content there is also an opportunity to explore the grounds, experience the very well curated art works throughout the grounds, set off on well marked hiking areas and have a glorious treatment at a world class spa that is beautifully designed.
The pacing of all of the programming lends itself to allow for in depth class experiences, time for rest, hiking, socializing, and enough time for meals which are prepared with love and care with the freshest ingredients and interesting choices.
The LFA Kundalini retreat was excellent and inspiring in content and delivery. Jai Dev is a master in his work designing material that is relevant to all levels of practitioners. The addition of live music was the icing on the cake.
I look forward to my next visit.

Jordan • Oct 14, 2026

5.0

Verified

So much fun coming from hard work

It’s ironic that in order to relax, we need to generate Physical pressure on the nervous system. I love how the tools of Kundalini Yoga facilitate this outcome. But Life force academy, takes it all to another level with the mastery of Jai Dev and the music of Simrit.
I have participated in over 1000 Kundalini Yoga sessions over the last three or four years and two of the classes offered at this retreat are in the top 1% of the peak experiences I’ve ever had.

Gloria • Oct 08, 2026

5.0

Verified

A Great Retreat Experience

The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The grounds are so tranquil and beautiful and the facilities were very clean. My only suggestion for improvement is to provide a more private dressing area after taking a shower.
Many of the attendees I spoke with felt the same way. Thank you!

Into the Depths of Yoga

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Colleen Saidman Yee

Rodney Yee

Details of this retreat

Getting Here