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Menla Create-Your-Own Getaway
Build a custom escape vacation by choosing activities à la carte. Only two hours from New York City, Menla lies in the heart of the Catskill Mountains. De-stress on more than 300 acres of private wilderness. Unspoiled natural beauty adjoins state land, creating endless opportunities for wildlife spotting and discovering secret hideaways. Let fresh air, light, […]
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Sacred Bridge: Uniting the Heart of the Amazon and the Peaks of the Himalayas - Sponsored by Tibet House US
With Hushahu Yawanawá, Matsini Yawanawá & Family, Jordão Souza, Tuikuru, Manxyvake, Dr. Nida Chenagtsang, Dechen Kelden, Khenzom, Lobsang Tara, Khenpo Tashi Rinpoché, Chingis Kam and Bair Manzarkhan, LMT
There was once a time, deep in the Amazon rainforest, when the great keepers of wisdom—guardians of plants, prayer, and profound spiritual connection—held their knowledge close. For centuries, the sacred teachings of Tibetan Buddhism were also hidden, veiled high in the Himalayas and passed down through silence, meditation, and ceremony. Now, the time foretold has […]
Sacred Bridge: Uniting the Heart of the Amazon and the Peaks of the Himalayas - Sunday Private Night - Sponsored by Tibet House US
With Hushahu Yawanawá, Matsini Yawanawá & Family, Jordão Souza, Tuikuru, Manxyvake, Dr. Nida Chenagtsang, Dechen Kelden, Khenzom, Lobsang Tara, Khenpo Tashi Rinpoché, Chingis Kam and Bair Manzarkhan, LMT
There was once a time, deep in the Amazon rainforest, when the great keepers of wisdom—guardians of plants, prayer, and profound spiritual connection—held their knowledge close. For centuries, the sacred teachings of Tibetan Buddhism were also hidden, veiled high in the Himalayas and passed down through silence, meditation, and ceremony. Now, the time foretold has […]
Inner Medicine: Tibetan Yoga for Healing, Longevity and Rejuvenation - Sponsored by Tibet House US
With Dr. James Bae DACM, E-RYT, C-IAYT
In this retreat we will explore three aspects of Buddhist Yoga and inner science - meditations from the healing tradition, yogic rejuvenation or Chulen breath practices and longevity rituals for summoning our lost or declined vitality. The traditional Buddhist Yogic techniques of subtle breath, meditation and sound are applied for healing from within or contacting […]
TIBETAN SOUND HEALING JOURNEY: Awakening Bodhicitta through Meditation, Mirth & Music - Sponsored by Tibet House US
With Lama Lhanang Rinpoche, LARAAJI and Arji OceAnanda
This one-of-a-kind retreat weaves together ancient Tibetan teachings, practices, and ceremonies with cutting-edge celestial trance music, therapeutic laughter, sound bath and “playshop” experiences, among other inspiring offerings. Master of the Tibetan Nyingma Longchen Nying-Thig lineage, Lama Lhanang Rinpoche teams up with pioneering ambient musicians and sound healers, Swami Laraaji NadaBrahmananda and Arji OceAnanda Cakouros for […]
Sacred Sound, Silence and Stillness: Rest within Liminal Space
With Jennifer Ryan
October 31-November 1 marks the midpoint between the Autumn Equinox and Winter Solstice. This signifies the deepening continuation of turning inward for essential restoration and reflection. Sacred Sound, Silence and Stillness straddles this significant Celestial and Earth rhythm, balancing the realm of illuminating dreams and quieted grounding. It is as though this macrocosmic time represents […]
Roots & Realms: A Samhain Retreat of Tarot, Yoga & Spellwork in the Woods
With Sasha Graham and Autumn Marie
Tend to yourself. Transform the world. Honor the sacred turning of the wheel on Halloween weekend with Roots & Realms: A Samhain Retreat of Tarot, Yoga & Spellwork in the Woods. Move through a carefully curated journey blending esoteric tarot practice with the ancient wisdom of Ashtanga-inspired yoga. From movement sessions and tarot partner readings to […]
Meditation Without Expectations™: The Immersion Experience
With Annie Weisbrod
The 8-week version of this transformational program has reached thousands of people across 30+ countries. The approach integrates ancient practices and modern discoveries in physiology, adult learning, behavioral psychology… and is proven to reduce stress and increase resiliency, empathy, and mindfulness. This intensive format enables us to go deeper with the meditations (deep breathing, 20+senses, […]
Menla Wellness Detox Retreat: A Transformational Rejuvenation Experience
With Jill Pettijohn, Lynn Schauwecker and Anton Sinatra
Are you ready to break free from old patterns? Whether you’re looking to optimize your eating habits or embark on a lifestyle reset, this is your chance to improve your current routine and retreat to Menla for our Wellness and Detox Retreat. Immerse yourself in our four-day program designed to cleanse and rejuvenate your body […]
Rhythms of Balance: Handpan & Yoga Immersion Experience
With Marina Sobol and Susan DeRyder
Discover a transformative experience with Marina Sobol and Susan DeRyder in this 4-day yoga and handpan retreat. The retreat's central themes are alignment and rhythm. To bring these to life, Marina and Susan utilize specific modalities that intricately and beautifully intertwine with each other: yoga, handpan and your our bodies as an instrument Yoga serves […]
Vajra Yoga Winter Immersion Retreat - Sponsored by Tibet House US
With Robert A.F. Thurman, John Campbell and Jamie Bonelli
Join us for a joyful weekend of yoga, meditation, and dharma talks with Robert Thurman, John Campbell, and Jamie Bonelli as we immerse in the transformative practices of Vajrayoga™. Vajrayoga™ is Tibet House US’s school of yoga and inner science, integrating the physical and meditative disciplines of both Indian and Tibetan traditions. Rooted in wisdom […]
Winter Solstice Clearlight Yoga Nidra Retreat
With Michele Loew
Join us for this transformational restorative yoga immersion and dive deep into the meditative inner science of Yoga Nidra and enlightened sleep. This immersion is an experiential retreat that will share the foundations of the practice for deep rest and spiritual awakening. Michele will guide us in several yoga nidra practices each day, and we […]
IGNITING 2026: Light the Fire of Joy through Compassion - Annual New Year’s Dharma, Pranayama, Yoga, Kirtan & Astrology Celebration
With Krishna Das, Nina Rao, Robert A.F. Thurman, Michele Loew, John Campbell, Paul Bloom, Alexander Mallon, Lea Garnier and Arjun Bruggeman
As we enter the Year of the Fire Horse, we are invited to light the fire of joy with compassion, harnessing this bold, transformative energy to move forward with purpose, heart, and fearless authenticity. Join friends of Tibet House US | Menla for an 18-year tradition as our community gathers in person to ring in […]
Finding Goodness in a World on Fire
With Lodro Rinzler
In a time when the world often feels chaotic, divided, and overwhelming, it’s easy to lose touch with our own sense of goodness—let alone the goodness in others. This weekend retreat, Finding Goodness in a World on Fire, offers a refuge of connection. Through guided meditations, contemplative practices, dharma talks, and heartfelt discussion, we will […]
Raised By This Place: Ritual Theater, Ecological Identity, and Spiritual Nurturing
With Katie Garcia
Step into a retreat where theater becomes ritual, and nature becomes our teacher. Raised By This Place invites you to explore your inner landscape and your relationship with the living earth through embodied storytelling, creative expression, and ritual play. Together, we will reclaim theater as a sacred practice, where voice, movement, and imagination become gateways […]
Meisou Meditation for Those on the Path to Awakening Program
With Seiji Yamamoto
Menla is excited to welcome Seiji Yamamoto Sensei from Japan for a first ever US workshop on Meisou Meditation. His method of Meisou Meditation literally means “Clear Light” meditation in Japanese. It is a method to directly awaken to the Light which is our true nature from the beginningless time. We will start by learning […]