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Rest. Renew. Rise. Together.

October 06 - October 09, 2025

Malati Elliott

Pinky Dayavati Malhotra

Transformational Retreat ExperienceStep away from the noise. Step into a space of peace.Join us at Menla for a soul-nourishing retreat designed to help you rest deeply, reconnect with yourself and others, and renew your spirit. Nestled in a serene natural setting, this experience invites you to pause, breathe, and realign with what matters most.What to Expect:
  • Rest: Gentle mornings, unhurried afternoons, and spacious time for personal reflection. Soothing practices like restorative yoga, guided meditation, and nature walks support deep rest for the body and mind.
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  • Reconnect: Meaningful conversations, heart-opening group sessions, and time to rediscover connection—with yourself, others, and the sacred.
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  • Renew: Through circles of sharing and letting go by the fire, nourishing the soul with food and friendships, you will return home with clarity, inner peace, and tools to sustain your well-being.
This retreat is soulful and joyful. The activities reflect warmth and lightness and laughter.It’s an experience across mind, body and spirit with plenty of room for both reflection and celebrationTo register for this event please use this link!
ScheduleMonday, October 6REST: Arrive & SurrenderTheme: Slow Down. Land in the Moment.
  • 3 - 4:30 pm Arrival & Check-In
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  • 4:30 - 6 pm Opening Circle
    • Heart Introductions, Setting Intentions
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  • 6 - 7 pm Dinner
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  • 7:30 - 9 pm Bonfire & Chanting & Wind Down
Tuesday, October 7RECONNECT: Soulful bonding and Inner truthTheme: Come Home to Your Heart and Community
  • 7:15 - 8 am Pranayama (Breath Work) & Gentle Yoga
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  • 8 - 9 am Breakfast
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  • 10 - 11 am Nature Immersion hike (option of 3 trails from the property)
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  • 11 am - 12 pm Nature Mandala
    • An expression of self with nature
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  • 12:30- 1:30 pm Lunch
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  • 1:30 - 3 pm Optional Rest or Journaling
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  • 3 - 4 pm Hasta Mudras
    • Learn how to do mudras with your hands and their importance/benefits to the body and mind OR Partner Yoga
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  • 4:15 - 5:30 pm Connection Circle
    • “What have I forgotten? Self Reflection and Sharing in a Safe Space.
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  • 6 - 7 pm Dinner
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  • 7:30 - 8:30 pm Campfire Circle
    • Storytelling, Music and Laughter
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  • 8:30 - 9 pm Stargazing and/or Silent Reflection
Wednesday, October 8RISE: lift, shine move forwardTheme: Step Into Your Light
  • 7:30 - 8 am Barefoot Garden Stroll
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  • 8 - 9 am Breakfast
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  • 10 am - 12 pm “Sacred Yes Ceremony” & Connection Circle (henna name applications)
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  • 12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch
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  • 1:30 - 2:30 pm Free/Personal Time
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  • 2:30 - 3:30 pm Restorative Yoga
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  • 3:30 - 5:30 pm Glow Time (Self-Care-massage, Rest, Journaling)
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  • 6 - 7 pm Celebration Dinner (dress in something that makes you feel radiant)
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  • 7:30 - 9 pm Rise Together Ceremony
    • Firelight Intentions, Movement, Music
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  • 9 - 9:30 pm Gratitude Meditation
Thursday, October 9INTEGRATE: Return RenewedTheme: Carry the Glow Home
  • 7 - 8 am Morning Movement & Centering
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  • 8 - 9 am Breakfast
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  • 9:30 am Short Hike
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  • 11 am Closing Circle
    • Reflection, Gratitude, Next Steps
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  • 12 pm Departures
*Please note that the schedule is subject to change. 

ABOUT THE TEACHERs

Malati Elliott

Malati is the founder of Gopi Yoga Center in New Jersey and a longtime teacher, guide, and spiritual friend to many. She has been teaching yoga for the past 30 years. For over 15 years, she has led transformational retreats both locally and internationally — from the sacred ban...

Pinky Dayavati Malhotra

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 bei...

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