Santa Fe Location & Logistics for the Transformational Speaking Immersion
In the magnificent fierce morning of New Mexico one sprang awake, a new part of the soul woke up suddenly, and the old world gave way to the new.” -D.H.Lawrence
The Transformational Speaking Immersion is offered just outside of beautiful Santa Fe, New Mexico, known as “The Land of Enchantment” for good reason. Here the legendary high desert landscape allows you to feel the ancient spirit of the Pueblo peoples. You can easily wonder why suddenly your dreams are so rich and alive, informing the new worlds and the new story you have come here to explore.
Santa Fe. Santa Fe is a magical city that consistently ranks in travel surveys as one of the top ten destinations anywhere. Surrounded by scenic beauty and imbued with 400+ years of history, its unique character is revealed in its lovingly preserved architecture, world-class art and cuisine, and cultural traditions. We’re at the south end of the Rockies where the sun rises over the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and graces us with golden light and indigo skies and 300 days of sunshine each year. Every season has something glorious to offer – and we do have four distinct seasons! Learn more about Santa Fe.
We encourage you to arrange your schedule to arrive early or stay after your program to explore. We can recommend Plaza area hotels within walking distance of many museums, art galleries, restaurants, performance venues and specialty shopping.
RISING CIRCLE RANCH –Our New Program Home!
Transformational Speaking is now offered exclusively through Modern Elder Academy (MEAWisdom). Modern Elder Academy is on TIME’s list of the World’s Greatest Places. We’ll meet at the 2600-acre Rising Circle Ranch just outside of Santa Fe, which spans nearly 2,600 acres of wildlife, hiking trails, winding arroyos, ancient petroglyphs, and awe-inspiring beauty. The Ranch embodies the American West with its endless skies and stunning views; you’ll have your own private room and the space to drop in fully for our work together with exquisite care and hospitality.
The world-class campus features…
- 4-square miles of secluded ranch land and private space – a crucible for expansion
- Lush high-desert mountain views with breathtaking sunsets and starlit nights
- Plenty of room to roam – MEAnder around the arroyo or hike the ridge
- Horses, donkeys, ranch dogs… and more than a few hawks and eagles
Transformational Speaking Immersion Schedule
Your registration process will be directly with MEAWisdom with a link provided by Gail once you meet and decide this program is absolutely right for you!
Your program tuition includes 5 nights at the Rising Circle Ranch, with four full days devoted to working with Gail in Transformational Speaking.
The hospitality team at MEA will work with you to arrange transportation to the Ranch as well as assure your dietary preferences and needs are communicated to the chef.
Arrival Day: Check in at the Cottonwood Retreat Center at Rising Circle Ranch is at 3 pm, and if you arrive earlier, a light lunch is available 1:15 – 3 pm. This is a good afternoon to enjoy the ranch, arrange for horseback riding, or book a massage as there is no scheduled program. The hospitality team can arrange appointments for you.
We gather for introductions at 5:30 pm and continue into the evening with a welcome dinner and orientation.
Prepare for very full days. We begin our Transformational Speaking adventure at 8:30 am each day, with a continental breakfast available at 6:30 am. Lunch is at 1:15 pm. Sessions continue after lunch until our 6:30 dinner. Evening activities are designed to support integration of a very full schedule!
Departure Day: Breakfast is at 8:30 with a 10 am checkout. This is another time you may wish to book horseback riding.
Transformational Listening Playground Schedule
Our schedule is as above with one less full day. We have mind-body sessions before breakfast and add a closing circle on departure morning. We continue the integration with two follow-up zoom calls to help ease the separation anxiety we feel leaving such a beautiful, bonded community!
Travel Planning
Getting to Santa Fe by Air.
Most people fly into Albuquerque NM (ABQ).
Santa Fe has a small regional airport (SAF) with flights to and from Denver, Dallas, and Phoenix.
Once you register, MEA will coordinate with you to arrange transportation directly to the Ranch from either airport. If you arrive in ABQ, plan up to 2 hours to collect your bags, meet your driver, and get to the Ranch; SAF just over an hour.
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