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The Life-Force Academy Immersion

Name: The Life-Force Academy Immersion
Start: 2026-10-07
End: 2026-10-11
Location: Menla
Rating: 4.84

4.8450 reviews

375 Panterkill Road PO Box 70 Phoenicia, NY 12464 United States

October 7 - 11, 2026

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Jai

Details of this retreat

Awaken Your Life-Force

Over these four transformative days, you’ll be guided through:

Elevating yogic practices that infuse your body and mind with vitality, strength, and life-force
Heart-opening meditations to align you with your soul’s true rhythm and purpose
Potent Dharma teachings to illuminate your path and awaken inner wisdom

All set amidst the serene beauty of Menla, known as the "garden of the Medicine Buddha"—a sanctuary of deep healing and one of the great homes of Tibetan Buddhism in the West.

Jai Dev will be joined by two extraordinary guests: the soul-stirring, etheric vocals of Simrit, and the profound, inimitable wisdom of Bob Thurman—one of the leading voices of Tibetan Buddhism in the West.

The impact of an experience like this extends far beyond the retreat itself. It’s a reset at the deepest level—an energetic renewal that will carry you into the new year with clarity, confidence, and momentum.

You’ll be surrounded by inspiring people from around the world—practitioners and seekers who, like you, are ready to live with greater purpose and authenticity. Together, we’ll dive into the heart of these sacred teachings and awaken the powerful current that flows through each of us.

This is more than a retreat. It’s a rite of passage into the next chapter of your life.

NOTE TO LFA MEMBERS & COURSE OWNERS: Email support@jaidevsingh.com to receive your $650 per-person discount.

Schedule

Wednesday, October 7

3 - 6 pm Check-in and Registration
6 - 7 pm Dinner
7 pm Evening Program

Thursday, October 8 - Saturday, October 10

4:30 - 7 am (Optional) Sunrise Sadhana: Early Morning Yoga & Meditation
7 - 8 am (Optional) Kundalini Yoga Basics
8 - 9 am Breakfast
9:30 am - 1 pm Morning Session
1 - 2 pm Lunch
2 - 4 pm Free Time
4 - 6 pm Afternoon Session
6 - 7 pm Dinner
7:30 pm Evening Program

Sunday, October 11

4:30 - 6:30 am (Optional) Sunrise Sadhana: Early Morning Yoga & Meditation
7 - 8 am (Optional) Kundalini Yoga Basics
7-11 am Check-out of Rooms
8 - 9 am Breakfast
9 am - 12:30 pm Morning Session

Final Class Ends at 12:30 pm

12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch and Departure

* Please note that the schedule is subject to change at any time.

Getting Here

Menla, 375 Panterkill Road PO Box 70 Phoenicia, NY 12464 United States

Accommodation

Deluxe King

Deluxe King Room with King Bed and Private Bathroom Free Phone and Hi-Speed Wifi Internet Access Available Air Conditioning This Space is not ADA compliant. Deluxe King Rooms are Available only in Kathmandu House * Please note that rates include meals and accommodations

Deluxe Queen

Deluxe Queen Room with Queen Bed and Private Bathroom Free Phone and Hi-Speed Wifi Internet Access Available Air Conditioning All Rooms in Lhasa are Handicap-Accessible, Including Four Rooms with Wheelchair Accessible Showers. Deluxe Queen Rooms are Available in Lhasa Inn and Kathmandu House * Please note that rates include meals and accommodations

Deluxe Double (Shared Room)

Deluxe Double Room with Two Full Size Beds and Private Bathroom Free Phone and Hi-Speed Wifi Internet Access Available Air Conditioning All Rooms in Lhasa are Handicap-Accessible, Including Four Rooms with Wheelchair Accessible Showers. Deluxe Double Rooms with Private Bathrooms are Located in the Lhasa Inn * Please note rates include meals and accommodations. This booking is for one bed in a double shared room: We May Assign You a Roommate if You Do Not Register with One.

Standard Single - Shared Bath

Menla Private Queen Room with Queen Bed and Shared Bathroom Public Phone and Hi-Speed Wifi Internet Access Available This lodging type is not ADA Compliant Private Queen Rooms with Shared Bathroom are Available in Thimpu House, Panther Cottage and Potala House * Please note that rates include meals and accommodations

Standard Double Full - Shared bath (Shared Room)

Deluxe Double Room with Two Full Beds and Shared Bathroom Free Phone and Hi-Speed Wifi Internet Access Available Air Conditioning This lodging type is not ADA Compliant. Please note that due to the stairs we recommend that guests with mobility issues book other accommodations. Deluxe Double Rooms with Shared Bathrooms are Located in Thimphu * Please note rates include meals and accommodations. This booking is for one bed in a double shared room: We May Assign You a Roommate if You Do Not Register with One.

Standard Double Twin - Shared bath (Shared Room)

Deluxe Double Room with Two Twin Beds and Shared Bathroom Free Phone and Hi-Speed Wifi Internet Access Available Air Conditioning This lodging type is not ADA Compliant. Please note that due to the stairs we recommend that guests with mobility issues book other accommodations. Deluxe Double Rooms with Shared Bathrooms are Located in Thimphu * Please note rates include meals and accommodations. This booking is for one bed in a double shared room: We May Assign You a Roommate if You Do Not Register with One.

Economy Premium Single - Shared Bath

Standard Premium Single Room with a Queen or Full Bed and Shared Bathroom Up to 10 guests share two large bathrooms. Each bathroom has two shower stalls and two toilets. A phone is not available but high-speed WiFi is available in the room Phone Access Available in Upper Level Of Conference Center. All calls are free of charge This Lodging Type is not ADA Compliant. * Please note rates include meals and accommodations.

Economy Single - Shared Bath

Standard Single Room with a Twin Bed and Shared Bathroom Bathroom is Shared with One to Six Other Guests on Your Floor. A phone is not available but high-speed WiFi is available in the room Phone Access Available in Nearby Conference Center and also Lhasa in Business Center. All calls are free of charge. This Lodging Type is not ADA Compliant. * Please note rates include meals and accommodations.

Economy Double - Shared Bath (Shared Room)

Standard Double with Twin Beds and Shared Bathroom The bathroom is Shared with other rooms on the same floor. High-speed Wi-Fi is available in the room. Phone Access Available in Nearby Conference Center and also Lhasa in Business Center. All calls are free of charge. This Lodging Type is not ADA Compliant. * Please note that rates include meals and accommodations * Please note: this is an open door policy room, meaning there are no keys to lock the door (we have lockers you can use at Lhasa if needed) * This booking is for one bed in a double shared room: We May Assign You Roommates if You Do Not Register with others

Economy Quad - Shared Bath (Shared Room)

Standard Quad Room with Quad Twin Beds and Shared Bathroom Accommodations Fee Includes All Meals. High speed Wi-Fi is available in the room. Phone Access Available in Nearby Conference Center and also Lhasa in Business Center. All calls are free of charge. This Lodging Type is not ADA Compliant. * Please note that rates include meals and accommodations * Please note: this is an open door policy room, meaning there are no keys to lock the door (we have lockers you can use at Lhasa if needed) * This booking is for one bed in a quad shared room: We May Assign You Roommates if You Do Not Register with others.

Customer Reviews

4.84 out of 5.0 average rating

Annie • Jun 18, 2026

5.0

Verified

Such a beautiful setting

Menla is the best retreat location I have been to. (Others are Garrison Institute, Omega, Art of Living in N.C., and Insight Meditation in Barre, MA) It's beautiful, peaceful, has great walking trails. It's beautiful campus to walk across. The lodging is excellent-- great beds, linens, rooms, artwork on wall. And the food is the best I've had-- all vegetarian but with lots of flavor.

Anonymous • Jun 17, 2026

5.0

Verified

Retreat

The facilities and food at Menla was outstanding. The beauty of the land, the clean and comfortable beds and rooms added to the beautiful experience.
When I go on retreats, having delicious meals is import ant and the cleanliness of the room and facilities is important. Menla did a great job. Loved being able to enjoy the Dewa spa too. All people I interacted with with kind and easy to communicate with. Grateful.

Whitney • Jun 17, 2026

5.0

Verified

Beautiful and Nourishing

The grounds are breathtaking, the staff is kind, the food is so healthy and fresh. What a fantastic time I had at a recent retreat here. It is a little more casual that Kripalu, with a ton of heart and depth to their offerings.

Gonzalo • Jun 15, 2026

5.0

Verified

Life Changing

I was so nervous going to Menla but what a beautiful place where real transformation can occur. So grateful for my time there.

Leslie • Jun 08, 2026

5.0

Verified

Vajra Yoga Mahasiddha Reunion 2026

The retreat was transformative. Menla has a strong emphasis on a scholarly teachers and balances that with spiritual practice. On the other hand some of the lectures were hard to follow. A little like galloping horses. I enjoyed the discussions as much as I could follow. I think setting an intention for the course material and lectures would be helpful. Add to that a reminder or translation of what is being said for those of us not well versed in Sanskrit. Nightly Kirtan with Krishna Das was wonderful. Meals were delicious.

The Life-Force Academy Immersion

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Jai Dev Singh

Details of this retreat

Getting Here