A women´s circle is a gathering of women who come together to co-create a space for mutual healing, support, nourishment and inspiration.

A women´s circle is also a place we come to:

• REMEMBER — wisdom we were never given, forgot, or had taken from us. About our bodies, our cycles, our intuition, our power.

• RECLAIM — the parts of our femininity we were taught to shrink, hide, or be ashamed of. And step into them with pride.

• RECEIVE — tools and practices to carry into daily life. Resonance, rituals, rest, movement, ceremony, reflection.

• RETURN — to ourselves, to each other, to something older and wiser than any of us.

And underneath all of it — to finally be truly seen, heard, and held.

My women´s circles are very near and dear to my heart. They are my way of sharing with you everything that I love, my medicine, outside of yoga (even though I still sneak in some restorative poses in there!). Part ceremony, part forum to discuss spirituality, feminine wisdom and day-to-day triumphs and challenges… these women’s circles are a way to remember… all that we have lost, all there is to gain, and who we are at the core. A sacred container to remove our masks, put down our shields and meet each other - and ourselves! - with love, presence and understanding. If you are open, they can be a vehicle for belonging, self-inquiry and transformation.

In short, we open and close the circle with rituals and intention. In between, at the heart of it all you might say, you´ll experience some restorative yoga, aromatherapy, live music / resonance and intimate circle shares. About halfway through, we get up and move (either through dancing, shaking or any other form of release) to allow us to ground and drop into our bodies before journalling (the process of writing is an act of self-reflection). Our final share allows us to go deep, to feel and express our truth, to be heard and held by like-minded soul-sisters also seeking growth and change.  

In yoga, there is a word called “satsang” which means “a gathering in truth" (from Sanskrit: sat = truth, sang = company). I like to think of my women´s circles as this - a gathering of women in search of truth. Truth and remembrance.

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Tea and chocolates / biscuits are served to keep us cosy and replenished.

A serving of Ceremonial Cacao is also available if you order this extra beforehand (I usually send a group message out before the event to remind people of what to bring and find out how many servings of cacao to make).

1) Be receptive, be open, be curious

Change doesn´t happen unless we are open to receive. Answers don´t come unless we learn to ask questions.

2) SLR: Share, Listen for and Respect what is true

Share your wisdom, your insight, your experiences, your stories. That is your truth.

Practice active listening when it is somebody else´s turn. Give them a chance to speak their truth.

Respect what is true by acknowledging we all have different contexts, different backgrounds, different perspectives, but the common thread is our desire for a safe and sacred space to express ourselves without fear and judgment.

3) Honour Confidentiality

What happens in circle, stays in circle.

4) Practice Self-Care

Showing up is an act of self-care. Allowing yourself to receive is an act of self-care. We co-create this experience together, but during the time that we gather, you also remember to take care of YOU.

5) Come with an intention
Your intention, your personal motivation for coming, is what gives you direction. It helps to know/feel/sense your intention beforehand so that you can get the most out of each circle, each gathering.

We will discuss these concepts more during our gatherings.

I will be hosting monthly Women´s Circles at RVN Wellness in Port Moody, on Fridays. Book under “Adult Specialty Classes & Workshops” at RVN Wellness. Member spots are for those with unlimited memberships at the studio. Non-member spots are open to anyone.

Alternatively, you can register your seat directly with me via the reservation links below.

Feel free to come in cosy / comfortable clothes. Bring a journal and pen / something to write with, as well as your favourite mug for tea.