Awakening the Wisdom of the Body

Discover a transformative yoga retreat at Menla Retreat and Dewa Spa in Phoenicia, NY, where ancient wisdom meets modern spiritual practice. Awakening the Wisdom of the Body, happening Thursday, September 24, 2026, is an immersive day dedicated to reconnecting with your physical form as a gateway to deeper self-awareness and healing. Led by renowned Kundalini Yoga and mantra teacher Jai Dev Singh, this yoga retreat event in Phoenicia invites participants of all levels to explore the sacred intelligence within their bodies through dynamic movement, breathwork, and transformative sound practices.

Rooted in Yogi Bhajan's lineage, Jai Dev Singh brings decades of spiritual practice and teaching experience to create an atmosphere of authenticity, depth, and compassionate guidance. This yoga retreat combines powerful Kundalini yoga sequences with sacred mantra chanting and devotional music, creating a multi-sensory experience designed to awaken dormant energy and illuminate your inner light. Whether you're seeking physical renewal, emotional release, or spiritual awakening, this Phoenicia yoga retreat offers a rare opportunity to study with a master teacher in a serene, supportive environment.

What to Expect

From the moment you arrive at our sanctuary nestled in the Hudson Valley, you'll be guided into a state of presence and calm. The day unfolds as a cohesive journey: beginning with centering practices and breathwork to ground your energy, moving into dynamic Kundalini yoga classes that build heat and awareness throughout your body, and transitioning into deeply nourishing mantra sessions where sacred chanting opens the heart and elevates consciousness.

You'll experience the power of sound as a healing modality, with Jai Dev Singh leading devotional music and sacred chanting that resonates through your entire being. Each practice is carefully sequenced to progressively deepen your connection to your body's innate wisdom, releasing stored tension and activating dormant channels of energy. By day's end, you'll feel renewed, centered, and reconnected to the sacred intelligence that lives within you.

Expect to move, breathe, chant, and sit in silence. The environment is nurturing and non-judgmental, honoring each person's unique experience and capacity on the mat.

About the Artists

Jai Dev Singh is a Kundalini Yoga and mantra teacher carrying forward the transformative lineage of Yogi Bhajan. With years of dedicated practice and teaching, Jai Dev brings authenticity, spiritual depth, and practical wisdom to every class and mantra session. His dynamic style combines rigorous yogic technique with devotional presence, creating containers where participants experience genuine healing and awakening.

Venue & Location

Menla Retreat and Dewa Spa sits in the heart of Phoenicia, a picturesque Hudson Valley village renowned for its natural beauty and spiritual community. This world-class retreat center offers a serene, sanctuary-like atmosphere with stunning grounds, comfortable accommodations, and world-class spa and wellness facilities. Located in upstate New York, Phoenicia provides easy access from New York City while offering the peaceful, nature-immersed environment essential for deep retreat work. The venue features ample parking and is surrounded by hiking trails, rivers, and lush forest—perfect for extending your retreat experience.