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Earth . Breath . Sound: A journey through ancient healing arts
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Earth . Breath . Sound: A journey through ancient healing arts
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375 Panterkill Road PO Box 70 Phoenicia, NY 12464 United States
October 12 - 15, 2026
About this Retreat
Pinky spent her childhood in India, where the essence of yoga was part of her everyday life. She has lived in New Jersey for the last 24 years, fulfilling a career and raising her two daughters. She loves Bollywood music and dance, enjoys a good nature walk, absolutely adores being around people. She is a dedicated yoga instructor and loves gentle yoga along with guided meditations.
Darlene has been devoted to the practice and study of yoga for decades. She weaves together yoga, breath work, meditation, sound healing, Qigong and Tai Chi, poetry, and philosophy to create transformative experiences that nurture physical, emotional, and energetic well-being. She brings deep appreciation for storytelling, authentic expression, and the art of mindful living into every class, inviting you to reconnect with your inner wisdom and vitality.
Details of this retreat
This October, we invite you to join us in the Catskill Mountains for Earth, Breath & Sound - a four-day retreat designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and remember the peace that's always been within you.
Held at the beautiful Menla Retreat Center, this immersive experience weaves together the healing wisdom of nature with practices that nourish your body, mind, and spirit, including:
Yoga & Meditation
Breathwork
Sound Healing
Forest Bathing
Qigong & Tai Chi
Meaningful connection, reflection, and time to simply be..
Throughout our time together, we will explore the healing connection between Earth, Breath, and Sound—grounding into the stability of the earth beneath us, awakening the life force through conscious breath, and allowing the soothing vibrations of sound to guide us into profound relaxation and inner balance. Whether you are seeking rest, renewal, or a deeper connection to your practice, this immersive journey offers space to release stress, awaken your senses, and rediscover the harmony that has always existed within.
Schedule:
Monday, October 12
Arrive & Ground (Earth)
1 - 3 pm Arrival & Check-In
4 - 5:30 pm Welcome Circle, introductions and gentle stretch
6 - 7 pm Dinner
7:30 - 8:45 pm Bonfire and storytelling
Day 2 – Tuesday,Oct 13
(Breath)
7 - 8 am Tai Chi & Qigong
8 - 9 am Breakfast
9:30 - 11:30 am Forest Therapy
11:30 am -12:30 pm Kundalini (optional)
12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 - 4 pm Free Time
4 - 5:15 pm Yin and sound healing
6 - 7 pm Dinner
7:30 - 9 pm bonfire and letting go ceremony
Day 3 –Wednesday October 14
(Sound)
7 - 8 am Tai Chi & Qigong
8 - 9 am Breakfast
9:30 - 11:30 am Nature Immersion( making nature mandalas)
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Kundalini
12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 - 4 pm Free Time
4 - 5:30 pm Hatha and guided meditation
6 - 7 pm Dinner
7:30 - 9 pm Candlelight Yin & Closing Sound Ceremony
Day 4 – Oct,15
(Integration)
7 - 8 am Tai Chi & Qigong
8 - 9 am Breakfast
9:30 - 10:45 am Closing Meditation & Reflection
10:45 - 11:30 am Free time (check out)
12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch and departures
*Please note this schedule is subject to change.
Held at the beautiful Menla Retreat Center, this immersive experience weaves together the healing wisdom of nature with practices that nourish your body, mind, and spirit, including:
Yoga & Meditation
Breathwork
Sound Healing
Forest Bathing
Qigong & Tai Chi
Meaningful connection, reflection, and time to simply be..
Throughout our time together, we will explore the healing connection between Earth, Breath, and Sound—grounding into the stability of the earth beneath us, awakening the life force through conscious breath, and allowing the soothing vibrations of sound to guide us into profound relaxation and inner balance. Whether you are seeking rest, renewal, or a deeper connection to your practice, this immersive journey offers space to release stress, awaken your senses, and rediscover the harmony that has always existed within.
Schedule:
Monday, October 12
Arrive & Ground (Earth)
1 - 3 pm Arrival & Check-In
4 - 5:30 pm Welcome Circle, introductions and gentle stretch
6 - 7 pm Dinner
7:30 - 8:45 pm Bonfire and storytelling
Day 2 – Tuesday,Oct 13
(Breath)
7 - 8 am Tai Chi & Qigong
8 - 9 am Breakfast
9:30 - 11:30 am Forest Therapy
11:30 am -12:30 pm Kundalini (optional)
12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 - 4 pm Free Time
4 - 5:15 pm Yin and sound healing
6 - 7 pm Dinner
7:30 - 9 pm bonfire and letting go ceremony
Day 3 –Wednesday October 14
(Sound)
7 - 8 am Tai Chi & Qigong
8 - 9 am Breakfast
9:30 - 11:30 am Nature Immersion( making nature mandalas)
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Kundalini
12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 - 4 pm Free Time
4 - 5:30 pm Hatha and guided meditation
6 - 7 pm Dinner
7:30 - 9 pm Candlelight Yin & Closing Sound Ceremony
Day 4 – Oct,15
(Integration)
7 - 8 am Tai Chi & Qigong
8 - 9 am Breakfast
9:30 - 10:45 am Closing Meditation & Reflection
10:45 - 11:30 am Free time (check out)
12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch and departures
*Please note this schedule is subject to change.
Getting Here
Menla, 375 Panterkill Road PO Box 70 Phoenicia, NY 12464 United States
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
Customer Reviews
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A beautiful place to disconnect and reconnect
Menla was the perfect setting for our women’s retreat. Surrounded by beautiful nature and so much peace, it gave us the space to slow down, disconnect from everyday responsibilities, and simply be present. I left feeling refreshed, grateful, and more connected to myself. Such a beautiful and special experience…. And the food was absolutely amazing!!
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Energy Medicine retreat.
What struck me most about our Menla retreat was the energy of the LAND. Serenity. Peacefullness and sheer beauty of the place held me, and also, the natural wildlife.. abundant. Safe. Peaceful. The following important highlights was the loving preparation of beautiful food which of course supported our practice. I was in the Dragon living accomodation and found the surrounding forrest and trail access to be superb. I also enjoyed walking in the gardens and admiring all that was growing there.
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Peaceful and refreshing
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Four winds master retreat
Everything is wonderful and perfect. The food is amazing.
