375 Pantherkill Road, Phoenicia, USA
Holistic Wellness with Yoga
Begin 2027 aligned with your divine purpose. Release old fears and limiting beliefs through yoga, meditation, sound baths and women’s circles.
Spend the Martin Luther King Jr. long weekend, January 16–18, 2027, at Menla, a 330-acre private nature reserve in New York’s Catskill Mountains. This women’s weekend retreat gives you the space to pause, reflect and step into the new year with a clear sense of purpose.
A new year brings fresh hope, new intentions and a natural opening to step into your divine purpose, your dharma.
You carry a unique gift, deep-rooted and powerful. Yet doubt and fear can hold you back. You may feel stuck or hesitant, afraid of criticism or rejection, or simply unsure where to begin. When your words, actions and gifts are aligned with your dharma, everything shifts.
Over the weekend, you’ll practice Kaula Tantra yoga, pranayama and daily meditation, and take part in a sacred sound bath, a fire ceremony and women’s circles. Somatic practices, conscious movement and guided visualizations help you release what no longer serves you and reconnect with your inner wisdom.
Imagine:
Letting go of the fears, limiting beliefs and old stories that keep you small
Trusting your intuition as your inner compass
Awakening your gifts and sharing them with courage
Opening up to abundance, love and meaningful relationships
Living from inspiration rather than obligation, and from your soul rather than fear
Feeling deeply connected to your feminine wisdom and your purpose
You’ll begin the new year as a different woman, not because your circumstances changed, but because you did.
Irina Devi
Who is Irina Devi? Mother of one, Irina Devi holds a Master's Degree in Education and a Master's Degree in Family and Marriage Therapy. She is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in the State of New York (LMFT). Based in Manhattan, New York, Irina works with women and couples through therapy, coaching, transformational experiences and conscious community. Her work brings together psychological insight, somatic practices, spirituality and embodied wisdom to support deeper healing, self-awareness and connection. Beyond her private practice, Irina creates spaces for women to gather, connect and grow, from intimate circles and community gatherings in New York to transformative retreats and spiritual journeys around the world.
3 days with instruction in English
Staff also speaks English, Russian, Ukrainian
Average daily hours of activity: 6.00
Menla is a hidden oasis set in a secluded valley beside an enchanting stream in the heart of the Catskill mountains. A truly unique venue and a project of Tibet House US – the Dalai Lama’s cultural center in North America –surrounded by thousands of acres of unspoiled wilderness.
Immerse yourself in the magic of our pristine mountain forests. Explore hiking trails, encounter wildlife, and discover a rich tapestry of wellness experiences and activities.
Enjoy fresh, wholesome vegetarian cuisine prepared by Menla’s executive chef and her team. The protein-balanced dishes focus on seasonal, organic fruits, vegetables, grains and legumes, so every meal is as delicious as it is nourishing.
Retreat Schedule
Day 1 – Saturday, January 16
10:00 am – 6:00 pm: Arrival and check-in (rooms available from 3:00 pm; lunch not provided)
6:00 – 7:00 pm: Dinner
7:30 – 9:30 pm: Welcome circle and relaxation meditation
Day 2 – Sunday, January 17
7:00 – 8:00 am: Yoga
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast
9:30 am – 12:15 pm: Circle and group practice
12:30 – 1:30 pm: Lunch
1:30 – 4:30 pm: Free time for the spa, nature walks or reflective journaling
4:30 – 6:00 pm: Fire ceremony and talking stick circle
6:00 – 7:00 pm: Dinner
7:30 – 9:00 pm: Sound bath
Day 3 – Monday, January 18
7:00 – 8:00 am: Yoga
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast
9:00 – 10:15 am: Room check-out
10:15 am – 12:15 pm: Group practice
12:30 – 1:30 pm: Lunch
1:30 – 2:30 pm: Swap party and closing circle
3:00 pm: Departure
All applicants must complete a short registration form to confirm the retreat is a good fit.
Please send an inquiry to receive the form.
375 Pantherkill Road, Phoenicia, USA
Your retreat takes place at Menla Retreat & Dewa Spa, a secluded mountain sanctuary near the peaceful town of Phoenicia, in New York’s Catskill Mountains. Menla is a project of Tibet House US, the Dalai Lama’s cultural center in North America. Its calm, contemplative atmosphere creates the perfect setting for reflection, healing and renewal.
Spread across more than 300 acres in a forested valley beside a mountain stream, Menla is surrounded by thousands of acres of unspoiled wilderness. Between sessions, you can walk the hiking trails, cozy up by the fireplace on a winter evening or treat yourself at Dewa Spa, which offers massages and treatments inspired by Tibetan and Ayurvedic healing traditions.
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3 Day Spiritual Women’s Yoga Weekend Retreat in NY, US