375 Panterkill Road PO Box 70 Phoenicia, NY 12464 United States
July 23 - 27, 2025
About this Retreat
Lynn Schauwecker is the Managing Director of Menla and a dedicated advocate for Indigenous communities, boasting over 20 years of collaborative experience. She has organized and hosted numerous women's gatherings,
including the inaugural event for the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers. Lynn studied under Grandmother Maria Alice, Alberto Villoldo, and many other shamanic elders. For over two decades, she
has embraced a shamanic path, leading sweat lodges specifically for women's circles.
Additionally, Lynn has led cleanse retreats at Menla. Now in her second year of the Gabor Maté Compassionate Inquiry Mentorship training, she remains deeply committed to fostering equality, compassion, joy, and a healthy way of living.
Anton Sinatra is a Registered Nurse with a deep commitment to holistic health and an active interest in longevity medicine. With over 20 years of experience as a licensed massage therapist, he has also dedicated nearly two decades to studying plant medicine and prayer from both North and South American traditions. Recently, Anton traveled to Chile to study with Alberto Villoldo, a renowned teacher who integrates Andean shamanic healing practices with modern science to address disease and promote well-being.
Details of this retreat
Are you ready to break free from old patterns? Whether you’re looking to optimize your eating habits or embark on a lifestyle reset, this is your chance to improve your current routine and retreat to Menla for our Wellness and Detox Retreat. Immerse yourself in our four-day program designed to cleanse and rejuvenate your body while guiding you toward better health. Nestled in the beautiful Catskills, surrounded by pristine nature, you’ll enjoy holistic therapies, comprehensive wellness education, medi-spa treatments, yoga and mindful movement practices, and organic, nutrient-rich cuisine. The retreat is designed to revitalize your body and energize your cells, renewing your vitality and enhancing your long-term wellness.
What’s Included in Your Detox Journey
Three Bodywork or Energy Sessions – Experience hands-on healing designed to release tension, restore alignment, and support detoxification.
Two IV Therapies – Boost your energy and hydration with nutrient-rich IV infusions, enhancing cellular repair and rejuvenation.
Three Cellgym Oxygen Treatments per Person – Optimize oxygen utilization and cellular function with cutting-edge adaptive oxygen therapy.
Morning Yoga – Greet each day with mindful movement, breathwork, and grounding practices to awaken the body and calm the mind.
Morning Smoothies, Juice, or Broth – Start your day with nutrient-dense elixirs to cleanse and energize your system.
Nourishing Vegetarian Meals – Enjoy thoughtfully prepared, detox-supportive meals designed to replenish and sustain your body with wholesome, plant-based goodness.
This retreat is designed for those seeking deep restoration, increased vitality, and a profound sense of renewal. Whether you are looking to detoxify, strengthen your immune system, or simply take a break from daily stress, the Menla Wellness Detox Retreat offers a sacred space for healing and transformation.
Join us for a journey of self-care, renewal, and deep nourishment.
Tution: $2500 (includes all treatments)
Schedule
Wednesday, July 23
3 - 6 pm Check-in & Medical Intake
6 - 7 pm Dinner
7 pm Opening Circle (starting with grounding, sound healing, and an intention-setting ritual)
Thursday, July 24 - Saturday, July 26
8 - 8:30 am Water with Lemon & Morning Walk
8:30 - 10:30 am Green Juice & IV Therapy Treatment
10:30 - 12 pm Wellness Talk with Broth & Smoothie
12:30 - 1:30 Lunch
1:30 - 4:30 Free Time / Spa & Cellgym Treatments / Sauna
Treatments include:
Massage
KuNye
Ayurvedic therapy
Acupuncture
Shamanic energy work
Other energy medicine therapies
Herbal or detox bath
4:30 - 6 pm Restorative Yoga, & Rest and Digest & Yoga
6 - 7 pm Dinner
7:30 - 9 pm Meditation on Thursday, Sound Healing Friday, Fire Ceremony on Saturday
Sunday, July 27
7 - 11 am Check-out of Rooms
8:30 - 10:30 Green Juice & Cellgym Treatments
10:30 - 12 pm Wellness Talk with Broth & Smoothie
12:30 - 1:30 Lunch & Closing Reflections
1:30 pm Departure
Additional Rituals & Enhancements
Opening & Closing Ceremonies:
A fire ceremony or cleansing ritual with herbs and water to set and seal intentions
Could include guided visualization, releasing and welcoming energies, or blessings
This aligns with the principle that & "the mammalian brain requires ceremony to change"
Enhancing Wellness Talks:
Integrate interactive elements, such as journaling, intention-sharing, or experiential exercises
Potential topics: nervous system regulation, detox support, cultivating presence, or integrating wellness practices into daily life
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