Equinox Embodied
Breath, Balance, and Becoming
Mar 19 - 22, 2026
Menla Retreat Center - Phoenicia, NY
Join Kim and Whitney for a grounding and revitalizing 4-day retreat in the Catskills, as we mark the Spring Equinox - a time of equal light and dark, of pause and potential. We invite you to reconnect with your center through intentional movement, stillness, and self-inquiry.
Each day, we’ll move through thoughtfully curated practices in yoga, Pilates, and guided meditation and journaling. Together, we’ll explore the shifting balance of strength and softness, structure and flow, and the quiet unfolding of who we are becoming. You’ll also have time to rest, reflect, and nourish yourself with delicious meals, nature walks, and connection in community. This retreat will have a little bit of everything for a well-rounded experience.
Whether you’re seeking a reset, inspiration, or simply space to breathe, this retreat offers an opportunity to return to yourself, supported by the rhythms of nature, the power of practice, and the magic of Menla.
All levels welcome.
Look Forward to This
Guided Meditation
Yoga & Pilates Workshops
Restorative Time
Daily Yoga & Pilates
Building Friendships
Nature
Guided Hike
Sound Baths
Menla & its Rich History
Tentative Schedule
Thursday
3p-5p Arrival & Check-In
6p Dinner
7:30p-9p Welcome Circle, Gentle Yoga & Pilates
Friday
6:15a Forest Bathing w/ Kim
7a Yoga w/ Kim
8a Breakfast
9:15a Guided Meditation & Journaling w/ Whitney
10a PIlates w/ Whitney
12:30p Lunch
1:30p-6p Free Time (e.g., Menla spa, Private Sessions - Reiki, Yoga/Pilates, Hiking, local area activities)
6p Dinner
7:30p Fire Pit, Crafts
Saturday
6:30a Guided Meditation w/ Whitney
7a PIlates w/ Whitney
8a Breakfast
9:15a Yoga w/ Kim
10:30a Guided Hike
12:30p Lunch
2p Pilates Workshop
4p Yoga Workshop
6p Dinner
7:30p Restorative Yoga, Guided Meditation, Yoga Nidra, & Soundbath
Sunday
6a Pilates w/ Kim
7a Yoga w/ Whitney
8a Breakfast
9a Pack & Check-Out
11a Closing Circle
12:30p Lunch & Departure
Room Types
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Standard Single
The Standard Single features a queen bed and shares a bathroom with fewer people than the economy single, typically at most one other room.
Your room will be either in Potala, Panther, or Thimphu.
Early Bird, paid in full by 11/15/25: $1500, save $100!
Regular, reserved after 11/15/25: $1600.
Payment plans available.
Sharing a bed? Add a person for $800. With early bird pricing, this brings your per person cost down to $1,150, our cheapest per person option. After booking, please let Kim/Whitney know if you'd like to add for a payment link.
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Economy Single
You'll have a room to yourself in the Snowlion cabin with a shared bathroom.
Snowlion is a beautiful two-story cabin with an elegant 360-square-foot living and dining room with large windows and a cathedral ceiling, making it perfect for recreation or for meetings of up to 15 people. Relax on the upstairs sundeck and enjoy one of the best night sky views at Menla.
Early Bird, paid in full by 11/15/25: $1400, save $100!
Regular, reserved after 11/15/25: $1500.
Payment plans available.
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Double Room
Shared accommodations in one of our cozy cabins. The bathroom is shared with other rooms on the same floor. If you have a roommate in mind, please let Kim or Whitney know. A roommate will be assigned if you do not register with others.
Early Bird, paid in full by 11/15/25: $1200, save $100!
Regular, reserved after 11/15/25: $1300.
Payment plans available.