Whether it’s horseback riding and astronomy, cooking classes and music by the fire, or an immersion into regenerative ranching and soil science, you will experience learning, inspiration, and connection in new and unexpected ways. Our Santa Fe campus at Rising Circle Ranch opens in April 2024.

Our Campus Features:

4-square miles of dedicated, private space – a crucible for big thoughts
Lush high-desert mountain views with uniquely Santa Fe breathtaking sunsets
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

Discover the Santa Fe Campus

MEA's Rising Circle Ranch embodies the American West with its endless skies and canvas for contemplation. Embrace the desert pace and our supportive container to explore big questions.

A sky this big and a ranch this vast contain the hopes, dreams, and actions of a community dedicated to personal, environmental, and societal improvement. Wisdom at work, indeed.

Christine Sperber

New Mexico, USA

Come to

Santa Fe

Santa Fe, New Mexico

Our New Mexico campus is the perfect place to relax your mind and get away.

Upcoming Santa Fe Workshops

Transitions: Finding Your Rhythm in Midlife & Beyond with Michael Franti

May 13

A Mastery Week with the World’s Leading Evolutionary Astrologer, Steven Forrest

May 20

Learn to Love Your Inner Critic with IFS and Dick Schwartz

May 27

Mastery Week: Finding Flow in Midlife and Beyond with Steven Kotler

Jun 10

Still Coming Out: Our Evolving Identity as Older LGBTQ+ People

Jun 17

A Lifetime of Women’s Wellness: Thriving through Transitions with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz

Jun 24

All Santa Fe Workshops

Discover the perfect blend of nature and luxury amenities at MEA's new Rising Circle Ranch, situated 25 minutes south of downtown. This marks our inaugural U.S. campus and is the first American “midlife wisdom school." Spanning a vast and exclusive 4-square-mile expanse, this secluded haven provides a remote yet conveniently reachable escape in the culturally vibrant Santa Fe region.

Learn Amidst Serenity

So does this enchanting space and learning belong together? Think of it this way: When you’ve had a moment to exhale, and your shoulders begin to relax, you’ll understand what a beautiful setting can do for your state of mind.

Food & Beverage

The cuisine of northern New Mexico is renowned for its unique blend of Native American, Spanish, and Mexican influences, resulting in dishes that feature bold flavors and a rich cultural tapestry. All meals, beverages and alcohol are included in the cost of the workshop.

Come to

Santa Fe

Santa Fe, New Mexico

Our New Mexico campus is the perfect place to relax your mind and get away.

Upcoming Santa Fe Workshops

Transitions: Finding Your Rhythm in Midlife & Beyond with Michael Franti

May 13

A Mastery Week with the World’s Leading Evolutionary Astrologer, Steven Forrest

May 20

Learn to Love Your Inner Critic with IFS and Dick Schwartz

May 27

Mastery Week: Finding Flow in Midlife and Beyond with Steven Kotler

Jun 10

Still Coming Out: Our Evolving Identity as Older LGBTQ+ People

Jun 17

A Lifetime of Women’s Wellness: Thriving through Transitions with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz

Jun 24

All Santa Fe Workshops

You'll enjoy a generous hospitality experience that includes upscale room accommodations and three nourishing, organic meals per day. Enjoy the benefits of yoga and meditation and experience off-campus explorations ...and a few festive parties.

Our 4-square-mile private, secluded Rising Circle Ranch

Amenities

Private, secluded ranch on 4-square miles
Interaction with ranch animals, including horses and donkeys
Multi-purpose indoor and outdoor meeting spaces
MEA resource library, curated by Chip with catalyzing questions
Hiking tracks in the arroyo
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant

The Ranch

At the Rising Circle Ranch, it’s all about room to roam. Nature. Endless skies. Breathtaking sunsets. Horses. Ranch dogs. Earth speed. The luxury of deep quiet.

The Locale

New Mexico truly is the Land of Enchantment filled with captivating natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and the sense of wonder and awe. Extend your stay in Santa Fe to experience its charm, including a vibrant arts scene, historic adobe Plaza, stunning natural landscapes, diverse culinary experiences, and a spiritual haven with wellness offerings, yoga, tranquility, and hot springs.

The Campus Activities

Discover our enchanting campus with lush mountain views, starry nights, hiking trails, equine adventures, and abundant wildlife, including horses, coyotes, eagles, and friendly ranch dogs. It’s a crucible for profound thoughts and an immersive experience into the great American Southwest!