Kimberly says, "I arrived with so much confusion in my mind, and uncertain of my marriage, as well as dealing with grief from losing my father. I was nervous upon arrival, never having been to something like this, but I knew it was because I was going to experience "something" and boy, did I ever! The facility is beautiful, the food was unforgettable (sincerely) and the guests become like family." See more
Susan says, "The past too many months of COVID have been difficult for the entire world. Most have dealt with death, sorrow, loss and suffering in its many forms. I realized I needed a place find some quiet." See more
Samuel says, "Val and Ira did all they could to soften the intensity of the juicing experience; between them both they have vast stores of health knowledge, be it food, supplementation, yoga, meditating." See more
Mary says, "I particularly love silent retreats. The first retreat I ever came to at the Synchronicity Sanctuary was a week-long silent retreat. I was drawn to it because it was silent." See more
Amber says, "I recently experienced my first retreat with Bernice <3 It was a life-changing, supportive, and loving experience that I am cosmically grateful for. Each person who was there to help facilitate was refreshingly loving, REAL, honest, and fun! The schedule wasn’t followed exactly, and I received everything that I needed to during the retreat." See more
Clarice says, "It was my first time to this amazing retreat center, to say I was impressed is an understatement. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the cabin spaces were beautiful, comfortable and roomy with a balcony overlooking the redwoods." See more
Jeanne says, "It was a wonderful experience. My boyfriend and I went. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The staff were courteous and the teachers very serious. We would both like to return someday." See more
Katie says, "Very responsive to online viewers should any tech/audio issues arise and make the online experience comfortable and enjoyable." See more
Helen says, "Menla impresses me year after year. The feeling is like none other. Spiritual, safe, calm, even when the outer world is chaos. The staff are not just friendly, but make Menla feel at home and the event seamless, no matter the weather or obstacles that seem to pop up." See more