Dzogchen Retreat: Revealing the Great Inner Connection

Discover profound inner stillness and spiritual awakening at this transformative meditation retreat in Phoenicia, NY. Taking place on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at the serene Menla Retreat and Dewa Spa, this Dzogchen Retreat brings together advanced contemplative practices with the wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism. Whether you're seeking deeper meditation experiences or exploring the teachings of the Great Inner Connection, this event creates sacred space for genuine spiritual breakthrough.

Led by Jai Dev Singh, a dynamic Kundalini Yoga and mantra teacher rooted in Yogi Bhajan's authentic lineage, this meditation retreat event in Phoenicia offers a unique blend of somatic practices and inner work. Jai Dev Singh brings years of experience in transformative spiritual practice, combining kundalini yoga, sacred mantra, and contemplative tradition to guide participants toward their deepest inner resources. The retreat's atmosphere balances active spiritual practice with profound silence, creating conditions where genuine transformation can unfold naturally.

Dzogchen, the "Great Perfection" teaching from Tibetan Buddhism, points directly to the nature of mind itself. This meditation retreat introduces participants to the view, meditation, and conduct of this ancient wisdom tradition while honoring the practical, somatic foundations that make inner work embodied and real. You'll leave with practical tools, deeper understanding, and a renewed sense of connection to what matters most.

What to Expect

Arrive at Menla Retreat and Dewa Spa ready to step out of ordinary time and into a container of deep practice. The day unfolds with carefully sequenced sessions: grounding kundalini yoga and pranayama work awakens your subtle body, while guided Dzogchen teachings illuminate the nature of awareness itself. Between sessions, you'll experience moments of silence, walking meditation through the retreat grounds, and time for integration and reflection.

As the day progresses, mantra practice and devotional singing create a bridge between active meditation and formless awareness. Jai Dev Singh's facilitation holds space with precision and compassion, meeting participants exactly where they are while pointing toward deeper possibilities. By day's end, many attendees report a palpable shift in their inner experience—a settling, a clarity, a reconnection to what Dzogchen calls your "original nature."

The retreat culminates in extended silent meditation, allowing the day's practices to settle into your being. You'll depart not just with information, but with direct experience of the Great Inner Connection this event is named for.

About the Artists

Jai Dev Singh is a dedicated Kundalini Yoga and mantra teacher trained in the authentic lineage of Yogi Bhajan. His dynamic teaching style weaves together yogic science, sacred sound, and genuine spiritual inquiry. Jai Dev Singh's unique gift is making advanced practices accessible while maintaining their transformative power—he teaches kundalini yoga not as exercise, but as a gateway to consciousness itself.

Venue & Location

Menla Retreat and Dewa Spa is nestled in the heart of Phoenicia, NY, a region known for natural beauty, creative community, and spiritual seekers. The retreat center's peaceful grounds, comfortable facilities, and contemplative atmosphere create ideal conditions for deep inner work. Located in the Catskill Mountains region, Menla offers both accessibility and the seclusion necessary for genuine retreat practice.

The venue is easily accessible by car; parking is available on-site. The Phoenicia location provides a perfect balance—close enough to reach from the Hudson Valley and New York City, yet far enough removed to shift into retreat consciousness.