Heal Your Mind & Body at Dewa Spa
Study with World-Class Teachers
Practice in One of Our Unique Venues
Expand Your Awareness with Meditation
Go Hiking in the Catskill Mountains
Enjoy Delicious Nourishing Farm-to-Table Cuisine
Menla is a Project of Tibet House US,

the Dalai Lama’s Cultural Center in NYC

Sommer Chetty

Coach Me Sommer

Empowerment Coach

I’m an empowerment coach who helps women step out of overwhelm and create the life they have been too busy to dream up. I help you to understand the thoughts that are keeping you from whatever it is you want to achieve. Then I help you choose new, motivating thoughts that drive desired action.

Events with Sommer Chetty

ELEVATE: Here and Now Yoga & Wellness Retreat
July 31 - August 3, 2023

Elevate yourself into the fresh mountain air of the Catskills in upstate New York. Whether you are a seasoned yogi or beginner, join us to deepen your yoga practice, awaken your spirit, and rise to the special occasion of a 4-day, 3-night all-inclusive yoga and wellness retreat in this most lovely secluded setting. This summer will be Here and Now Yoga’s third annual retreat and second time returning to Menla. Owner/Instructor Michelle Cavanagh will teach open level yoga classes including Pranayama (breathing exercises), flowing Asana (poses), and Yoga Nidra (guided meditation). Move with ease with Alexander Technique instructor Jane Apostol…

“I spent the week in a yoga and meditation retreat. What a beautiful place! High in the Catskills mountains, where you can see the stars at night, and the trees are as high as the sky. The accommodations aren’t luxury, but they were perfect. Everybody is so kind and nice. We got to practice different kinds of yoga, and went to a couple of hikes. I felt happy and relaxed. They also have an amazing spa. How have I never heard of this place before? Now I can not wait to go again!”

Diana R.

“As a residential employee, Menla is a beautiful place to live. Work doesn’t feel like work when surrounded by the natural beauty of upstate New York. The co-workers are all caring and dedicated, and form a community, rather than a workplace. I am grateful to make my home in such an environment of compassion and peace, and to make a living here as well.”

Wyatt Foxe

“Having never gone to a spa or retreat, I heard this is the place to go. The mountains, the hiking trails, the wildlife, and the vastness of the place set up the parameters for a happy and interesting week. Every staff person I encountered could not have been more welcoming. One new employee said all the supervisors treat each other and other employees as well as they treat their guests. Vegetarian food is fresh and excellent. Wait ’till you see the modern yet traditional spa! The main house and guest rooms are lovely. I came to learn yoga from outstanding teachers and to relax and get some care taking. Mission accomplished.”

Karen D.

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375 Pantherkill Road, P.O. Box 70 Phoenicia, NY 12464
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