About the Retreat

Give yourself the gift of “you time”, to relax and reconnect going into the holiday season. Join international yoga teacher and integrative life coach Marni Pogachefsky at the Menla retreat center in the Catskills for an intimate tech-free* weekend yoga retreat, away from the city and into nature!

This long weekend retreat is designed to provide the ultimate levels of restoration and self reflection. So often we go through the motions of doing our daily / weekly tasks, caught in front of our screens; working, responding to emails, scrolling through social media… time slips by and before we know it there’s “no time” left for self care and reflection on what really matters.

This retreat is designed to support participants through times of transition and transformation- personal, professional, and relational - to deeply connect with their self and power. It serves as a container of empowerment, self care, and self love.

Take this opportunity to reconnect with nature and yourself in a way that nurtures your spirit and soothes your soul. Disconnect from the external stressors and pressures of life to reconnect with yourself and a supportive community of like minded individuals.

Do you feel…

• you are in a time of transition / transformation

• burned out

• exhausted & no amount of sleep can cure it (if you can get to sleep at all).

• unclear and indecisive

• easily agitated

• addicted and reactive to your phone / technology

• Disconnected from why you do the things you do, and out of touch from with your purpose and what really drives you.

It’s no longer an option to keep “pushing through” with the stressors of your work life.

In May of this year, the World Health Organization officially added “Burn Out” as classified diseases effecting the masses (67% of workers polled in a gallop survey). Taking a break from our busy schedules, to unplug from technology and the stressors of a busy city and our day to day lives is critical for preventing and treating burn out, and keeping our physical and emotional bodies healthy.

This digital detox and retreat guides you on a journey to more deeply connect with your personal sense of balance and purpose. Enjoy this 3 day reboot in the beautiful Catskills with daily yoga, mindfulness workshops, nature walks, guided reflection, restorative sound baths, delicious locally sourced healthy meals, and access to stunning nature and exceptional spa treatments.

Take this time for yourself, to unplug, relax and reflect.

It’s not simply “self care” it’s “critical care” for physical and emotional well being, and it starts with knowing what type of care you need. Get quiet enough to hear what it is that you truly need, and learn practical tools and techniques to take home with you; as well as techniques to shift the blocks that may prevent you from applying self care in your life, so that you can “retreat” wherever you are. Open up your heart and mind to experiencing new levels of connection with yourself and your needs.

*There will be an option to "turn in your technology” if you’d like extra support going “tech free”. Use of technology will not be allowed during meals, workshops, yoga sessions, or in shared rooms. Keeping your technology is an option, and “tech free” is an invitation.

About your Host

Marni is an international yoga teacher, integrative life coach, and energy medicine practitioner. Previously a management consultant who experienced burn out after years of travel and corporate climbing, Marni has dedicated herself to traveling the world & studying different traditions… from yoga and meditation, to shamanism, hypnosis, NLP and more.. She identifies and compiles practical tools and techniques that combat burn out and support self reflection. Marni has taught these techniques and lead retreats to hundreds of children and adults around the world. She is passionate about combatting burn out and integrating mindfulness into the corporate world. This weekend integrates many of the traditions and tools she’s experienced into a holistic retreat for mind, body, and spirit.

Why Join?

• Slow down, relax, and recharge

• Get quiet and in touch with your purpose and internal compass

• Cultivate self-renewal and self-care practices for demanding times

• Identify and address hurdles that may block you from implementing self care outside of the retreat

• Prevent and address burn out

• Reconnect with Nature and yourself

When is the Retreat?

Thursday November 21st- Sunday November 24th

Check in as early as 3pm on Thursday. Dinner will be served individually Thursday night and formal activities will kick of 7pm on the 21st

Activities will be planned through Sunday morning. Guests will need to leave their rooms by 11am. We suggest checking out before Sunday’s morning yoga programming.

What’s included?

Included in the Retreat Fees:

• 2x Daily Yoga and Meditation - enjoy energizing morning yoga flows and relaxing evening practices for all levels. During these sessions you will be guided through relaxation meditations and taught breathing practices to support balancing and recharging. Marni incorporates inspiration from ashtanga, ivananda, and vinyasa yoga into her flow based classes. She addresses the physical and energetic body by incorporating poses, breath work, and mantra to balance the Charka system (yogic system energy system.)

• Group Restorative Sound Bath- A sound bath is a gentle, yet powerful, experience for the mind and body. Sounds are created using a variety of instruments such as drums, singing bowls, gongs, and voice. The aim is to invite deep rest and relaxation, and explore self-inquiry

• Intention Setting Fire Ceremony- Experience a traditional shamanic fire ceremony for intention setting and letting go of what no longer serves you!

• Mindfulness / self care workshop - learn practical skills & techniques to “retreat” wherever you go

• Guided Nature Walk - connect with nature and experience a gratitude ceremony along the beautiful trails of Menla

• Delicious organic locally sourced meals- your beautiful and tasty meals will be made from seasonal crops grown on property or from local farms

• 3 Nights accommodation- choose from a variety of rooming options from shared dorms to private rooms.

• Gift bag- utilize tote filled with a journal and relaxation tools to use on the retreat and at home

Optional Add Ons:

• 45 min private shamanic energy or coaching session with Marni

• Detoxifying and restorative spa treatments

• Coordinated transportation from NYC or Philadelphia

Where is the retreat? About Menla

“Set in a secluded valley beside an enchanting stream in the heart of the Catskill mountains, Menla is a hidden oasis, featuring spiritual and wellness retreats as well as exclusive getaways and the world-class Dewa Spa. A truly unique venue and a project of Tibet House US–the Dalai Lama’s cultural center in North America–Menla is a modern retreat and destination spa inspired by the ancient Buddhist kingdom of Tibet.

Immerse yourself in the magic of [their] pristine mountain forests, explore hiking trails, encounter wildlife, and discover a rich tapestry of wellness experiences and activities, including workshops with renowned teachers, yoga and meditation, Tibetan healing therapies, massage and other bodywork, and so much more.” - https://menla.us/

Visit their website here to learn more about this incredible retreat center!

Cost Break Down

The retreat costs are broken out into the tuition and accommodations / meals.

Tuition:

• Reserve your spot before August 15: $390 (early bird discount)

• Reserver your spot after August 15: $450

Accommodation Options:

Find more details about rooms options here!

• Deluxe Private Room: $888

• Private Room: $800

• Shared Room Private bath: $618

• Cabin 4 person dorm: $510

More accomodation options are available and can be coordinated through Menla. Your tuition fee is required to hold your spot for the retreat. Deposits are non refundable after Aug 15th. In the unlikely event of cancelation, all deposits will be refunded. Room bookings and spa treatments will be made directly through Menla. After reserving your spot, you will receive a private link to manage your room booking, which provides a 10% discount on standard room rates for our retreat participants. (prices above reflect 10% discount)

Use this Link to browse and book!