Mindfulness Meditation & More
Throughout history, a maze has not just been about solving a puzzle but has also formed the basis of a labyrinth for walking meditation, for finding inner peace and to find a way through silence to inner truth..
The Elephant Rooms has recently acquired a floor maze that fits the upstairs studio. Its design is as a labyrinth in that there is a centre to reach. You are invited to explore the maze mindfully and silently, aided by meditation prompts along the way. This activity will begin and end with the usual body/mind relaxations,
I look forward to you exploring the maze with me.
✨ Facilitator:
David Steare
Donation Based Event (suggested donation £5)
Drop in - no need to book.
Restorative Yoga and Reiki Drum Journey/Meditation Afternoon with Elaine
This will be a beautiful afternoon with the opportunity to give back to oneself. We will start with a restorative yoga practice starting by laying down inviting mind and body to feel more relaxed. Along the way bringing some calming breathing exercises. We will playfully explore with some very gentle yoga moves allowing a natural release.
We will then move gently back down to earth for a Reiki Drum Journey/meditation. You may also (if you like) receive one to one Reiki Drum healing.
Reiki is a system of natural healing. Reiki is a non- invasive therapy and can be used along with other therapies. There will be sweet treats at the end of the session to ground you.
No experience necessary. Any questions please feel free to contact me directly.
£20.00 per person to be booked in advance - non refundable.
Elaine Richards
Mobile : 07731659367
Email : innerhealing1956@gmail.com
Sound Gong Bath
A Sound / Gong Bath is a vibrational healing sensation that helps still the mind and soothe the soul. It can be an unforgettable experience for those who seek deep relaxation, rejuvenation and an acceleration of their inward journey. Time is suspended as you enter a world of vibration, sensation and experiences. Physical injuries may be healed, and old emotional traumas may be released. People may often find resolutions to emotional issues during this time.
This journey gives you the opportunity to explore yourself in a deeper level of consciousness. The healing vibrational sounds helps the physical and emotional states within the body to re-align and repair. This allows your body to find a natural calmness whilst allowing for space for insights and thoughts. You can feel truly, vibrantly alive. Once you’ve had your first Sound Bath you’ll want more.
Sound Therapy is effective in not only achieving a state of relaxation, but it also has a way of moving through energy blockages in the body. The journey has been known to help ease many conditions such as stress, anxiety, high blood pressure, depression, sleep disorders, MS, pain and autism. The sound healing vibrations help to release stress, allowing the whole body to enter into a deep relaxation of harmony and joyfulness.
Everything on Earth is made up from sound vibrations and each person is believed to have their own vibrational footprint. During a sound bath the aim is to help relax your body and mind so that you can experience the sound waves washing over you.
Most of the instruments are played from one place, however, occasionally they may be brought around the room and played over your body.
Please wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat, blanket and cushion to be warm and comfortable. Most people lie down during a Sound Bath, whereas some choose to sit in a comfortable chair.
No prior experience, effort or practice is required to participate. All welcome, However, please note sound therapy is not recommended for people with pacemakers or pregnant ladies in their 1st trimester. If you have any illnesses or aliments and are unsure if this experience will be suitable for you, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Cost £20
To Book
07974 863167
darren07clarke@hotmail.com
Facebook
Website
Sound Gong Bath
Sound Therapy is effective in not only achieving a state of relaxation, but it also has a way of moving through energy blockages in the body. The journey has been known to help ease many conditions such as stress, anxiety, high blood pressure, depression, sleep disorders, MS, pain and autism. The sound healing vibrations help to release stress, allowing the whole body to enter into a deep relaxation of harmony and joyfulness.
Everything on Earth is made up from sound vibrations and each person is believed to have their own vibrational footprint. During a sound bath the aim is to help relax your body and mind so that you can experience the sound waves washing over you.
Most of the instruments are played from one place, however, occasionally they may be brought around the room and played over your body.
Please wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat, blanket and cushion to be warm and comfortable. Most people lie down during a Sound Bath, whereas some choose to sit in a comfortable chair.
No prior experience, effort or practice is required to participate. All welcome, However, please note sound therapy is not recommended for people with pacemakers or pregnant ladies in their 1st trimester. If you have any illnesses or aliments and are unsure if this experience will be suitable for you, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Cost £20
To Book
07974 863167
darren07clarke@hotmail.com
Facebook
Website
A Sound / Gong Bath is a vibrational healing sensation that helps still the mind and soothe the soul. It can be an unforgettable experience for those who seek deep relaxation, rejuvenation and an acceleration of their inward journey. Time is suspended as you enter a world of vibration, sensation and experiences. Physical injuries may be healed, and old emotional traumas may be released. People may often find resolutions to emotional issues during this time.
This journey gives you the opportunity to explore yourself in a deeper level of consciousness. The healing vibrational sounds helps the physical and emotional states within the body to re-align and repair. This allows your body to find a natural calmness whilst allowing for space for insights and thoughts. You can feel truly, vibrantly alive. Once you’ve had your first Sound Bath you’ll want more.
Women’s Circle and EcoNIDRA
As you step over the threshold into Circle space, you will have a sense of leaving the outside world at the door. You will be met with a warm welcome as you enter the space. Your senses will be met with evocative music and the smell of essential oils fragrancing the air.
As women, we often wear various masks and play diverse roles, absorbing the energies of those around us. Circle serves as a sacred space where you can shed those masks, release the roles, and leave behind the energies you've been carrying for others. It's a place to be witnessed exactly as you are, free from judgment, without any attempts to 'fix' you. We don't offer advice; instead, we trust that each woman present is the heroine of her own story.
In a world where spaces for women to retreat, be nourished, and experience collective care are scarce, Circle stands out as a rare sanctuary.
The structure of my Circles is straightforward:
1 I introduce myself.
2 I invite you to introduce yourself.
3 There will be some poetry.
4 Meditation follows.
5 An opportunity for open sharing.
6 The Circle gently closes.
Feel free to share as much or as little as you like; all that's asked is to listen with an open heart. To maintain an intimate atmosphere, I limit attendance to ten participants. Keep an eye out for an email from me 24 hours before the event, and if you don't find it, please check your junk mail!
I can’t wait to welcome you over the threshold.
Once we have closed our Circle we will then embark on the final journey of the day with a beautiful and restorative EcoNIDRA practice. Eco-Nidra™ is more than just a meditation; it's a deeply relaxing and restorative experience. Studies have shown that just one session equals the rejuvenation of 3-4 hours of restful sleep. In our busy modern lives, we often neglect the deep rest we truly need. Eco-Nidra™ helps us unwind, release tension, and discover a profound sense of peace. The real beauty of it is that it's accessible to everyone, even if meditation is a completely new concept to you or it's something you've struggled to do previously. All that is required of you is to lie down and listen to my voice.
In each session, we travel together on a triple journey; the first is a journey into our senses, the second is a pilgrimage through our bodies and the third takes us into the natural world through a specially curated soundscape. Each EcoNIDRA session lasts between 45-50 minutes and it's best practiced in the Shavasana position - lying down on your back.
What sets Eco-Nidra™ apart is its unique gift of reconnecting us to the natural world, reminding us that we are part of the interconnected web of life. It cultivates eco-consciousness, plants seeds of transformation and encourages acts of kindness.
To Book
Long Lost Sisters
Jewellery Play Date
Back by popular demand… It's our Jewellery Play Date in collaboration with Jo from Willow Moon Jewellery.
Donation based (suggested £5)
It's time to dig out your old jewellery, broken clasps, lost earrings or pieces you no longer wear anymore, as we're coming together to make other people's trash your new treasure! ✨
Jo is an experienced jeweller/silversmith and will be guiding us through creating new and unique designs by using basic beading, threading and wire techniques. At the end of this relaxing craft session you'll have a new piece of jewellery to take home, all made from recycling those we no longer wear or use.
The play date was super popular last year, and we've no doubt it will quickly fill up. Secure your place and book by emailing Jo at willowmoonjewellery@gmail.com
Pop Up Sauna, Hot & Cold (Contrast Therapy) Session with initial guided breathwork
Come along to Wellbeing Watersheds pop up sauna and cold pod event. This session involves breath-work and contrast therapy. Participants will be guided through the use of a sauna and the related health benefits to physical and mental well-being.
Led by Scott Clayton the founder of the amazing charity www.bluetonic.org.uk, for every person attending a donation of £5 will be made to the charity. The sessions will be limited to just four people to every time slot.
Participants will learn about not only the benefits of using the sauna but also the amplified benefits of suddenly shifting the body from hot to cold. Cold water pods will be on hand for people to take the cold plunge before reentering the Sauna.
The session will start with a welcome introduction and some simple breath work will be included to help relax the mind and body. This will be covered for the first half hour, then sauna and cold pod use will follow for the next hour.
Science has shown the benefits of these combined activities are wide and varied. If you come along you will reap these benefits leaving relaxed, rejuvenated and revitalized and ready to explore continued use of contrast therapy in the future.
Please note there are small risks associated with using contrast therapy, you will be required to sign a disclaimer when attending the session. Before booking please read this information:
Check with a doctor before using our facility if pregnant, diabetic, have health issues/ concerns or under medical care. this includes history of dizziness or fainting. This also includes any metal pins, rods, artificial joints or any surgical implants including silicon.
If you are feeling unwell, have low blood pressure, are taking any prescription medications or suffer with any conditions that can interfere with your ability to sweat, consult your doctor before using our sauna.
Prolonged exposure to the sauna may cause your body to overheat. Limit yourself to a maximum of fifteen (15) minutes. Everyone is different and you need to know what your body can handle for temperature. overexposure to high temperatures and humidity can be dangerous to your health. exit immediately if nauseous, uncomfortable, dizzy or sleepy.
Alcohol, drugs and smoking are not permitted in the sauna. Wellbeing Watershed reserves the right to refuse entry to intoxicated persons or for other reasons that may be deemed a health and safety risk.
Be aware that the sauna rocks and heaters will be very hot, direct contact with them can cause serious burns and injuries.
Any metal in the sauna such as jewellery and watches will retain heat and therefore is not suggested to bring into the heated rooms or use during your sauna sessions.
No glass bottles allowed in the sauna or electronic devices
Wellbeing Watershed LTD, is in no way responsible for the loss or damage of my belongings while I partake in sauna.
Anyone under the age of 16 using the sauna must be accompanied by an adult. We regret that children under the age of 12 are not permitted to use the sauna.
Towels are required to be used in the sauna. We require that you use them during your sessions for cleanliness. Please place a towel down on the benches prior to sitting down. Please sit on the towel so that it can absorb any sweat or perspiration during your session.
You must behave in a respectful manner towards other sauna users.
It is advised to drink plenty of water before and after your sauna sessions.
Please arrive having already showered as there are no hot showers on site
Surfaces can become wet and slippery caused by water, ice or snow. take care and enter the sauna using footwear like crocs or sandals
Feel free to ask our staff any questions before, during, or after the session.
Tickets
Derby Breathing Circle
Experience your breath, body and life in new and empowering ways (emotionally, physically and spiritually) using conscious connected breathwork, as part of a supportive facilitated group.
During our Derby Breathing Circles we will enjoy up to 2.5 hours together, including opportunities to; share your personal process and intentions, a 45-60 minute breathe, and integration time.
Perfect for new and/or experienced breathers, with demonstrations and support offered throughout our time together.
Each circle will have a theme, in support of our personal process and will be facilitated by Rachel and her wonderful colleague Gill.
Rachel and Gill have both undertaken their our own personal breathwork journeys of over 5 years and are; extensively trained and qualified in Breathwork through the Prestigious First-Breath organisation, fully insured and professional members of the International Breathwork Foundation.
The circles are £25 each and will be held at the beautiful Elephant rooms in Draycott, Derby on May 19th, July 14th, August 18th, Sept 22nd, Nov 17th, Dec 15th at 11am - 1.30pm, with more dates to follow soon!
Places are limited, to ensure everyone get's the space they need and deserve as part of the group – Contact Rachel to secure your place - JotsQueen@Gmail.com / 07970711032 / www.HolisticSwanJourney.co.uk.
*Note - Possible contract-indications to consider (please contact me to discuss the best way forwards if you feel any of these apply for you):
Pregnancy
Asthma
Epilepsy
Detached retina
Glaucoma
Uncontrolled and/or high blood pressure
Cardiovascular Diseases (including prior heart attack)
Mental disorders (manic disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, paranoia, psychotic episodes, depersonalization, etc.)
Strokes, aneurisms, seizures or other brain/neurological conditions
A history of aneurysms in your immediate family
Osteoporosis or physical injuries that are not fully healed
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD-II and COPD-III)
Chronic diseases with symptoms of decompensation or terminal illness
In an active substance addiction
Recent surgery or broken/fractured ribs
innerdance
innerdance is transcendence - an internal process of transformation
Lie down for a meditative shamanic journey in held space where you are your own healer and guide.
Participants report a feeling of deep release and wellbeing and leave feeling uplifted.
£25 - booking essential
Please text or email: Nell 07951 085378 nell@nellbrooker.co.uk
Expansive Friday: Mystic Pudding Night
Expansive Fridays: Mystic Pudding Night
🌟 Join Us for Expansive Fridays: Mystic Pudding Night! 🌟
Indulge in an enchanting evening filled with magic and mystery!
For £35, you'll enjoy:
✨ Three unique readings: Crystal readings, Tarot card readings, and energy healing sessions.
🍰 Delicious cakes and refreshments.
Don't miss this chance to experience a night of spiritual insights and divine treats.
📞 Book your space today by contacting us at 07375 468005
elephantroomsdraycott@gmail.com
✨ Let us know your dietary requirements ✨
Embrace the magic and join us for a night you won't forget! 💜
Balance & Harmony Workshop
✨A fabulous collaboration between Jane & Susie ✨
In this 5-hour workshop, you'll discover how to restore balance and harmony to both your mind and body. You'll learn about essential oils—specifically which ones are best for grounding, stability, and balance—as well as explore the benefits of hand reflexology and physical movement through Pilates. Lunch will be provided
Cost £60
To Book 07986106046 or 07790377645
Sabbat Imbolc
🌟 Join Us for a Special Sabbat Imbolc Celebration! 🌟
Whether you’re seeking renewal, connection, or simply a moment of peace, this Sabbat Imbolc is a chance to embrace the blessings of this season together.
As the days grow longer and the light returns, we gather to celebrate the beauty of renewal, life, and connection. This Sabbat, we invite you to join us in honouring the sacred rhythm of the seasons and the spirit of hope that comes with the return of light.
Imbolc is a Gaelic festival that marks the beginning of spring. It is celebrated in the first days of February, between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. This date symbolises the purification and rebirth of Mother Earth, which begins to show the first signs of its awakening after the long sleep from the cold of winter. It is a time of celebration in the light of the Sun, which was reborn in Winter Solstice and begins to strengthen, warming again and gradually illuminating nature.
In some traditions, Imbolc becomes the time of celebration of the Goddess who ends her period of rest after the birth of the solar child and begins to wake up renewed with its light and warmth that brings life.
🕯 For this celebration you will be invited to: ✨ A warm and welcoming community of like-minded people ✨ Rituals and reflections to honour light and life ✨
⁃ Songs and stories to uplift our spirit
⁃ Woven your own Brigid cross symbolising protection, creativity, inner strength, life and abundance.
⁃ A display of candle light to reflect on the increasing daylight
⁃ A soothing herbal foot spa- a great way to cleanse stagnant energy and renewal
⁃ Write a short poem, an intention for spring or a message of gratitude
⁃ Shamanic grain self-healing circle
⁃ Feed the soil to manifest the abundance we need and deserve
⁃ Fire Circle cleansing
⁃ Kundalini Breath of 🔥 Fire
⁃ Candle gazing meditation- (Trataka meditation to enhance internal connection and clarity)
⁃ A toast to the goddess within us, savour a unique goddess’s drink recipe, filled with joy and gratitude
⁃ Offerings and gifts to Mother Nature
We’ll combine Fire and Water elements to channel healing energies to support us with:
⁃ Emotional imbalance
⁃ Energy cleansing
⁃ Release of anger and deep fears
⁃ Restore energy to create and manifest abundance
⁃ Surrender to our inner power to unite with the divine within us - union of the self.
Let’s kindle the flame of hope and joy as we welcome the light back into our lives.
💫 All are welcome! Bring your friends and family.
I can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Om Shanti and blessings of light.
Exchange value- £27.19*non refundable*
Contact Crissy on 07956796290
To Book
I AM Transmission Workshop
WHAT ARE I AM TRANSMISSIONS?
The I AM Transmissions, channeled by Ali Gowdridge, work with the Christ Consciousness grid of the planet (also known as the planetary light grids) to anchor higher vibrational frequencies for personal and collective transformation.
An I AM Transmission is a download of higher light, love, codes, wisdoms, frequencies pour into the room and layer though the four bodies - Emotional, Mental, Physical and Spiritual. This then works to Cleanse, Bathe, Transform and Active our fields and consciousness with higher frequencies of light.
These are profound spiritual experiences of immense love, pure wisdom and intelligence moving to awaken inner Soul Love.
The I AM Transmissions have created phenomenal transformation for thousands of people over the years. They are an invitation for souls who seek accelerated healing, strengthening of connection with the other realms and spontaneous activation of inner gifts.
We have entered a new era of consciousness where healing & growth has transformed, and so has our ability to work with higher consciousness and energies.
£22 per person
https://www.energyhealingwithaligowdridge.co.uk/treatments/
Reiki Healing Share
We have a new monthly group starting at the Elephant rooms, Draycott in the beautiful retreat. 🎉🥳🌿
Each month, on the 4th Tuesday of the month, 7:00 – 8:30pm, we are holding a Reiki share. This is open to anyone that already has some training, with all with levels 1 through to master level welcome.
It’ll be a chance to refresh your skills, practice, share techniques and also receive reiki. It will also be lovely to meet other reiki practitioners and support one another locally. 🙌✨️
Fran Smith from QiTransitions will be holding the space for everyone. We’ll start with a gentle meditation to get us in the mood, and then give and receive reiki to one another. They’ll no doubt be time for a cup of tea and a chat too. Come and be part of what will hopefully be some lovely, relaxed, informal and regenerative evenings. ✨️🙌🙏😊
Cost is £7.
Please contact Fran Smith at
Fran.Smith@btinternet.com
on 0781 3641006
@QiTransitions
for more details and to book.
Sacred Sound Bath
Join me for a deeply relaxing and nurturing 2 hours of sacred sounds and guided meditation. Allow the sounds of the quartz crystal bowls to take you on a journey of healing, discovery and awakening.
cost £27.50
Booking is essential. Call Sarah 07715113197
“Da Wu” Great Dance Health Qigong
"Da Wu" Great Dance Health Qigong
Originating in the Song dynasty, the ancient Chinese ruler encouraged his people to “dance” to ease their joints and improve circulation. This Health Qigong sequence focuses on flexing movements and rotation of joints throughout the body, culminating in a series of graceful movements, bringing a wonderful feeling of stretch, relax and warmth!
Suitable for beginners to Qigong, Angela will take you step-by-step through the movements and explain the associated traditional Chinese medicine health benefits. For improvers to Qigong, Angela will tailor the workshop so that you can refine the movements and benefit from a deeper practice.
This Qigong half-day workshop is priced at £32, or if you wish to book the morning and afternoon workshops together, £63.
To book, or for more information, please contact Angela on 07762 380277 or angela@qigongwithangela.co.uk
Best wishes,
Angela
www.QigongWithAngela.co.uk
“Ming Mu Gong
"Ming Mu Gong" Eye Brightening Health Qigong
This Eye Health Qigong sequence is not only gentle but brings a sense of tranquility. We shall explore the associated traditional Chinese medicine health benefits, both for the eyes and the body’s organs, and the links to Five Element Theory, including self-massage of the acupoints on the head and eye region. Perfect for anyone who wants to counter the effects of screen-time!
Suitable for beginners to Qigong, Angela will take you step-by-step through the movements. For improvers to Qigong, Angela will tailor the workshop so that you can refine the movements and benefit from a deeper practice.
This Qigong half-day workshop is priced at £32, or if you wish to book the morning and afternoon workshops together, £63.
To book, or for more information, please contact Angela on 07762 380277 or angela@qigongwithangela.co.uk
Best wishes,
Angela
www.QigongWithAngela.co.uk
Sound Gong Bath
A Sound / Gong Bath is a vibrational healing sensation that helps still the mind and soothe the soul. It can be an unforgettable experience for those who seek deep relaxation, rejuvenation and an acceleration of their inward journey. Time is suspended as you enter a world of vibration, sensation and experiences. Physical injuries may be healed, and old emotional traumas may be released. People may often find resolutions to emotional issues during this time.
This journey gives you the opportunity to explore yourself in a deeper level of consciousness. The healing vibrational sounds helps the physical and emotional states within the body to re-align and repair. This allows your body to find a natural calmness whilst allowing for space for insights and thoughts. You can feel truly, vibrantly alive. Once you’ve had your first Sound Bath you’ll want more.
Sound Therapy is effective in not only achieving a state of relaxation, but it also has a way of moving through energy blockages in the body. The journey has been known to help ease many conditions such as stress, anxiety, high blood pressure, depression, sleep disorders, MS, pain and autism. The sound healing vibrations help to release stress, allowing the whole body to enter into a deep relaxation of harmony and joyfulness.
Everything on Earth is made up from sound vibrations and each person is believed to have their own vibrational footprint. During a sound bath the aim is to help relax your body and mind so that you can experience the sound waves washing over you.
Most of the instruments are played from one place, however, occasionally they may be brought around the room and played over your body.
Please wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat, blanket and cushion to be warm and comfortable. Most people lie down during a Sound Bath, whereas some choose to sit in a comfortable chair.
No prior experience, effort or practice is required to participate. All welcome, However, please note sound therapy is not recommended for people with pacemakers or pregnant ladies in their 1st trimester. If you have any illnesses or aliments and are unsure if this experience will be suitable for you, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Cost £20
To Book
07974 863167
darren07clarke@hotmail.com
Facebook
Website
Sound Gong Bath
Sound Therapy is effective in not only achieving a state of relaxation, but it also has a way of moving through energy blockages in the body. The journey has been known to help ease many conditions such as stress, anxiety, high blood pressure, depression, sleep disorders, MS, pain and autism. The sound healing vibrations help to release stress, allowing the whole body to enter into a deep relaxation of harmony and joyfulness.
Everything on Earth is made up from sound vibrations and each person is believed to have their own vibrational footprint. During a sound bath the aim is to help relax your body and mind so that you can experience the sound waves washing over you.
Most of the instruments are played from one place, however, occasionally they may be brought around the room and played over your body.
Please wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat, blanket and cushion to be warm and comfortable. Most people lie down during a Sound Bath, whereas some choose to sit in a comfortable chair.
No prior experience, effort or practice is required to participate. All welcome, However, please note sound therapy is not recommended for people with pacemakers or pregnant ladies in their 1st trimester. If you have any illnesses or aliments and are unsure if this experience will be suitable for you, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Cost £20
To Book
07974 863167
darren07clarke@hotmail.com
Facebook
Website
A Sound / Gong Bath is a vibrational healing sensation that helps still the mind and soothe the soul. It can be an unforgettable experience for those who seek deep relaxation, rejuvenation and an acceleration of their inward journey. Time is suspended as you enter a world of vibration, sensation and experiences. Physical injuries may be healed, and old emotional traumas may be released. People may often find resolutions to emotional issues during this time.
This journey gives you the opportunity to explore yourself in a deeper level of consciousness. The healing vibrational sounds helps the physical and emotional states within the body to re-align and repair. This allows your body to find a natural calmness whilst allowing for space for insights and thoughts. You can feel truly, vibrantly alive. Once you’ve had your first Sound Bath you’ll want more.
Derby Breathing Circle
Experience your breath, body and life in new and empowering ways (emotionally, physically and spiritually) using conscious connected breathwork, as part of a supportive facilitated group.
During our Derby Breathing Circles we will enjoy up to 2.5 hours together, including opportunities to; share your personal process and intentions, a 45-60 minute breathe, and integration time.
Perfect for new and/or experienced breathers, with demonstrations and support offered throughout our time together.
Each circle will have a theme, in support of our personal process and will be facilitated by Rachel and her wonderful colleague Gill.
Rachel and Gill have both undertaken their our own personal breathwork journeys of over 5 years and are; extensively trained and qualified in Breathwork through the Prestigious First-Breath organisation, fully insured and professional members of the International Breathwork Foundation.
The circles are £25 each and will be held at the beautiful Elephant rooms in Draycott, Derby on May 19th, July 14th, August 18th, Sept 22nd, Nov 17th, Dec 15th at 11am - 1.30pm, with more dates to follow soon!
Places are limited, to ensure everyone get's the space they need and deserve as part of the group – Contact Rachel to secure your place - JotsQueen@Gmail.com / 07970711032 / www.HolisticSwanJourney.co.uk.
*Note - Possible contract-indications to consider (please contact me to discuss the best way forwards if you feel any of these apply for you):
Pregnancy
Asthma
Epilepsy
Detached retina
Glaucoma
Uncontrolled and/or high blood pressure
Cardiovascular Diseases (including prior heart attack)
Mental disorders (manic disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, paranoia, psychotic episodes, depersonalization, etc.)
Strokes, aneurisms, seizures or other brain/neurological conditions
A history of aneurysms in your immediate family
Osteoporosis or physical injuries that are not fully healed
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD-II and COPD-III)
Chronic diseases with symptoms of decompensation or terminal illness
In an active substance addiction
Recent surgery or broken/fractured ribs
innerdance
innerdance is transcendence - an internal process of transformation
Lie down for a meditative shamanic journey in held space where you are your own healer and guide.
Participants report a feeling of deep release and wellbeing and leave feeling uplifted.
£25 - booking essential
Please text or email: Nell 07951 085378 nell@nellbrooker.co.uk
Women’s Circle and EcoNIDRA
As you step over the threshold into Circle space, you will have a sense of leaving the outside world at the door. You will be met with a warm welcome as you enter the space. Your senses will be met with evocative music and the smell of essential oils fragrancing the air.
As women, we often wear various masks and play diverse roles, absorbing the energies of those around us. Circle serves as a sacred space where you can shed those masks, release the roles, and leave behind the energies you've been carrying for others. It's a place to be witnessed exactly as you are, free from judgment, without any attempts to 'fix' you. We don't offer advice; instead, we trust that each woman present is the heroine of her own story.
In a world where spaces for women to retreat, be nourished, and experience collective care are scarce, Circle stands out as a rare sanctuary.
The structure of my Circles is straightforward:
1 I introduce myself.
2 I invite you to introduce yourself.
3 There will be some poetry.
4 Meditation follows.
5 An opportunity for open sharing.
6 The Circle gently closes.
Feel free to share as much or as little as you like; all that's asked is to listen with an open heart. To maintain an intimate atmosphere, I limit attendance to ten participants. Keep an eye out for an email from me 24 hours before the event, and if you don't find it, please check your junk mail!
I can’t wait to welcome you over the threshold.
Once we have closed our Circle we will then embark on the final journey of the day with a beautiful and restorative EcoNIDRA practice. Eco-Nidra™ is more than just a meditation; it's a deeply relaxing and restorative experience. Studies have shown that just one session equals the rejuvenation of 3-4 hours of restful sleep. In our busy modern lives, we often neglect the deep rest we truly need. Eco-Nidra™ helps us unwind, release tension, and discover a profound sense of peace. The real beauty of it is that it's accessible to everyone, even if meditation is a completely new concept to you or it's something you've struggled to do previously. All that is required of you is to lie down and listen to my voice.
In each session, we travel together on a triple journey; the first is a journey into our senses, the second is a pilgrimage through our bodies and the third takes us into the natural world through a specially curated soundscape. Each EcoNIDRA session lasts between 45-50 minutes and it's best practiced in the Shavasana position - lying down on your back.
What sets Eco-Nidra™ apart is its unique gift of reconnecting us to the natural world, reminding us that we are part of the interconnected web of life. It cultivates eco-consciousness, plants seeds of transformation and encourages acts of kindness.
To Book
Long Lost Sisters
I AM Transmission Workshop
WHAT ARE I AM TRANSMISSIONS?
The I AM Transmissions, channeled by Ali Gowdridge, work with the Christ Consciousness grid of the planet (also known as the planetary light grids) to anchor higher vibrational frequencies for personal and collective transformation.
An I AM Transmission is a download of higher light, love, codes, wisdoms, frequencies pour into the room and layer though the four bodies - Emotional, Mental, Physical and Spiritual. This then works to Cleanse, Bathe, Transform and Active our fields and consciousness with higher frequencies of light.
These are profound spiritual experiences of immense love, pure wisdom and intelligence moving to awaken inner Soul Love.
The I AM Transmissions have created phenomenal transformation for thousands of people over the years. They are an invitation for souls who seek accelerated healing, strengthening of connection with the other realms and spontaneous activation of inner gifts.
We have entered a new era of consciousness where healing & growth has transformed, and so has our ability to work with higher consciousness and energies.
£22 per person
https://www.energyhealingwithaligowdridge.co.uk/treatments/
Reiki Healing Share
We have a new monthly group starting at the Elephant rooms, Draycott in the beautiful retreat. 🎉🥳🌿
Each month, on the 4th Tuesday of the month, 7:00 – 8:30pm, we are holding a Reiki share. This is open to anyone that already has some training, with all with levels 1 through to master level welcome.
It’ll be a chance to refresh your skills, practice, share techniques and also receive reiki. It will also be lovely to meet other reiki practitioners and support one another locally. 🙌✨️
Fran Smith from QiTransitions will be holding the space for everyone. We’ll start with a gentle meditation to get us in the mood, and then give and receive reiki to one another. They’ll no doubt be time for a cup of tea and a chat too. Come and be part of what will hopefully be some lovely, relaxed, informal and regenerative evenings. ✨️🙌🙏😊
Cost is £7.
Please contact Fran Smith at
Fran.Smith@btinternet.com
on 0781 3641006
@QiTransitions
for more details and to book.
Sacred Sound Bath
Join me for a deeply relaxing and nurturing 2 hours of sacred sounds and guided meditation. Allow the sounds of the quartz crystal bowls to take you on a journey of healing, discovery and awakening.
cost £27.50
Booking is essential. Call Sarah 07715113197
Mystic Pudding Night
Mystic Pudding Night 🌟
Indulge in an enchanting evening filled with magic and mystery!
For £35, you'll enjoy:
✨ Three unique readings: Crystal readings, Tarot card readings, and energy healing sessions.
🍰 Delicious cakes and refreshments.
Don't miss this chance to experience a night of spiritual insights and divine treats.
📞 Book your space today by contacting us at 07375 468005
elephantroomsdraycott@gmail.com
✨ Let us know your dietary requirements ✨
Embrace the magic and join us for a night you won't forget! 💜
Yang Style 8-step Tai Chi Traditional Eight Treasures Qigong
Yang Style 8-step Tai Chi & Traditional Eight Treasures Qigong
Have you ever wanted to learn a short Tai Chi sequence that you could practise yourself at home or on holiday? Saturday 26 April is World Tai Chi and Qigong Day, so the perfect opportunity to start your Tai Chi and Qigong journey!
This 8 step form – globally recognised by the International Wushu Federation - is perfect to learn a two-minute sequence that can be practised any time, anywhere.
We complete the day with the simple yet effective stretches offered by the Traditional Eight Treasures Qigong!
Suitable for beginners to Tai Chi and Qigong, Angela will take you step-by-step through the movements, including Tai Chi basics, and practice drills to help strengthen your posture and improve balance and coordination. For improvers to Qigong, Angela will tailor the workshop so that you can refine the movements, understand the martial applications, and benefit from a deeper practice.
This Tai Chi and Qigong full-day workshop is priced at £63.
To book, or for more information, please contact Angela on 07762 380277 or angela@qigongwithangela.co.uk
Best wishes,
Angela
www.QigongWithAngela.co.uk
Half-Day Workshop with Angela
Saturday 16 August 2025
09:30 - 12:30 Half day workshop
More details to come...To receive the welcome letter for this workshop as it launches, please contact Angela on 07762 380277 or angela@qigongwithangela.co.uk
Best wishes,
Angela
www.QigongWithAngela.co.uk
Half-Day Workshop with Angela
Saturday 16 August 2025
13:30 - 16:30 Half day workshop
More details to come...To receive the welcome letter for this workshop as it launches, please contact Angela on 07762 380277 or angela@qigongwithangela.co.uk
Best wishes,
Angela
www.QigongWithAngela.co.uk
Full Day Workshop with Angela
Saturday 13 September 2025
09:30 - 16:30 Full day workshop
More details to come...To receive the welcome letter for this workshop as it launches, please contact Angela on 07762 380277 or angela@qigongwithangela.co.uk
Best wishes,
Angela
www.QigongWithAngela.co.uk
RESTorative Yoga Workshop for Wintering Souls
This deep revitalising yoga practice will encourage deep conscious relaxation, peaceful rest and recovery of your mind.
RESTorative Yoga practice aims to introduce rest and ease in the body and mind by activating the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for REST, digestion, energy conservation and healing.
This practice stills a busy mind, boosts the immune system, restores easy breathing, balances the nervous system, releases tension in the body and can help to develop qualities of compassion towards oneself
RESTorative yoga is suitable for anyone who wants to experience the art of being and is willing to immerse in the practice of active relaxation.
The practice of active relaxation results in physiological and psychological quietening which soothes the negative effect of chronic stress and returns one's system to a balanced state.
This class uses guided meditations and deeply relaxing yoga nidra to help you float home to a peaceful night's sleep.
Bring your mat, warm layers, 2 -3 blankets and a head support. bolsters are provided.
Doors open from 5pm for a refreshment and a chat.
Investment: £22
Please contact Alena via WhatsApp to book: 07413 946 205
Looking forward to seeing you again 😍
2025 Numerology Retreat: Creating a Vision Through Self-Love
Want to start 2025 with intentions around your personal growth and self love?
Want to gain insight into Numerology and how best to use the vibrational energy of 2025 for your benefit?
Want to enter a silent space for introspection, self discovery and transformation?
Then this retreat is for you!
Click here to find out more and book your place:
https://www.sukhisian.com/my_events/2025-numerology-retreat-creating-a-vision-through-self-love/
New Year Ritual
Join us for a SUPER magical evening of healing share.
Connect through the sound healing of African & Shamanic drumming songs and dance💃🏽
What to expect ✨
💛 Embrace the warmth of Mother Cacao & powerful Kundalini Breathwork technique to enhance your ability to calm the mind, have more clarity and balance in the year ahead.
💛 A powerful Ritual to enhance clarity & Balance
💛 Sacred Cacao & meditation
💛 Shamanic self-healing Reiki
💛 A delicious traditional cassava creamy soup to keep us warm
💛 & lots of love
*Booking is essential as places are limited
Get in touch to receive the link.
Contact Crissy on 07956796290
https://mailchi.mp/fb2d78099879/shamanic-reiki-journey
Celebrate Yoga
Come and celebrate all the benefits of yoga at Laura’s final yoga workshop!
Enjoy a fun, relaxed, chilled two hours of perfect ‘Me’ time… a lovely cocooning experience at the beginning of winter.
Christmas Kraut Workshop
Come along and learn how to make delicious, 'good for your gut' sauerkraut that's full of festive flavour. You'll take a big jar home with you, enough to gift some if you wish....or keep all for yourself!
Brilliant with leftovers on Boxing Day and beyond!
£20
Tickets are available at @innerpeacederby | Linktree
Chocolove chocolate making session
Ground floor of The Elephant Rooms
Suitable for vegans also gluten free.
The health benefits of dark chocolate are much celebrated and especially enjoyed as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Containing magnesium, iron, zinc, antioxidants, flavanols, & even polyphenols for a healthy gut.
In this class you will discover exactly why cacao is a super food!
Holly, an award winning chocolatier, will show you how to create several different recipes & healthy snack’s using raw organic cacao.
You will hand roll your truffles & dip them like a chocolatier In Tempered chocolate, then finish them off with your choice of toppings.
Holly will demonstrate a healthy energy snack recipe which you will
get to take home.
Also you will dip candid orange into the chocolate and make your own chocolate thins.
There are rose petals, sea salt, nuts, seeds, cacao nibs, and chilli to play with.
All your delicious creations will be yours to wrap up and box ready to take home.
Tea, coffee & Hollys brownies all included.
Price for one participant is £45
contact Holly to book please.
Purezenmagic@gmail.com
Instagram chocolovefun
Facebook chocolatelove
07780975068 please text.
Elephant Rooms Christmas Extravaganza
Come and join us for our Xmas Extravaganza 🎄🌟🎁
An evening of mini treatments and workshops, festive bites and lots of wonderful gift ideas from our new shop 😁
No booking required
Treatments £10
Workshops £5
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Silent Retreat
Would you like to try a silent retreat but don’t know where to start? Maybe you’d like to try a guided meditation, or do some gentle yoga? Perhaps you’d just like a day where you can concentrate on you, physically and emotionally, without having to juggle other things.
Derby Breathing Circle
Experience your breath, body and life in new and empowering ways (emotionally, physically and spiritually) using conscious connected breathwork, as part of a supportive facilitated group.
During our Derby Breathing Circles we will enjoy up to 2.5 hours together, including opportunities to; share your personal process and intentions, a 45-60 minute breathe, and integration time.
Perfect for new and/or experienced breathers, with demonstrations and support offered throughout our time together.
Each circle will have a theme, in support of our personal process and will be facilitated by Rachel and her wonderful colleague Gill.
Rachel and Gill have both undertaken their our own personal breathwork journeys of over 5 years and are; extensively trained and qualified in Breathwork through the Prestigious First-Breath organisation, fully insured and professional members of the International Breathwork Foundation.
The circles are £25 each and will be held at the beautiful Elephant rooms in Draycott, Derby on May 19th, July 14th, August 18th, Sept 22nd, Nov 17th, Dec 15th at 11am - 1.30pm, with more dates to follow soon!
Places are limited, to ensure everyone get's the space they need and deserve as part of the group – Contact Rachel to secure your place - JotsQueen@Gmail.com / 07970711032 / www.HolisticSwanJourney.co.uk.
*Note - Possible contract-indications to consider (please contact me to discuss the best way forwards if you feel any of these apply for you):
Pregnancy
Asthma
Epilepsy
Detached retina
Glaucoma
Uncontrolled and/or high blood pressure
Cardiovascular Diseases (including prior heart attack)
Mental disorders (manic disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, paranoia, psychotic episodes, depersonalization, etc.)
Strokes, aneurisms, seizures or other brain/neurological conditions
A history of aneurysms in your immediate family
Osteoporosis or physical injuries that are not fully healed
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD-II and COPD-III)
Chronic diseases with symptoms of decompensation or terminal illness
In an active substance addiction
Recent surgery or broken/fractured ribs
Self Love Retreat: Yin & Yang
Autumn teaches us so much “In the dance of light and shadow, we find the true essence of balance and harmony.”
Do you want to learn to love yourself through accepting your shadows/darkness?
Do you want to embrace your inner light and allow yourself to shine?
Do you want to connect with like minded souls who want this too?
Then this retreat is a perfect opportunity for you to carve time out for yourself.
We will create a sacred space for self love and rejuvenation through reflection, mindfulness, healing and meditation.
Here is a guide for the day:
9:45 – Arrival
Introduction
Refreshments – grab a cuppa
10:00 – Session one: Settling in
Opening and creating a sacred space
Grounding and mindfulness
Setting intentions
10:30 Session two: Yin and Yang
Candle Meditation
Embracing your darkness/shadows
Allowing your light to shine
11:00 Session three: Energy Cleanse
Rose Quartz Crystal healing meditation
11:30 Session four: Reconnection
An invitation to reconnect with your self in your own way:
Self reflection, journalling, oracle cards, creativity, movement, poetry, reading, affirmations…
12:00 Lunch
Opportunity to connect and network if want to.
If you prefer silent time, you may stay in the retreat room for relaxation, or spend some mindful/silent time in the beautiful garden.
(Bring your own lunch. Fruit and refreshments will be provided)
12:45 Session five: ‘I Promise’
Guided meditation
A promise from you to you
A note to self
13:15 Session six: Self love circle
Sharing, listening, holding space
13:45 – Closing Ceremony
Gathering self love energy
Gratitude
14:00 – Finish
Only 8 spaces available
The session takes place upstairs in the yoga studio accessible by stairs only.
Please bring indoor slippers or socks as we are unable to wear shoes in the studio.
You will be seated or lying on yoga mats during the retreat. Some cushions and blankets will be provided but you are welcome to bring additional blankets/cushions for extra cosiness and comfort.
Chairs can be provided too.
There is a kitchen with plenty of options of tea, coffee and herbal teas. There is also a fridge if you wish to use it to keep your lunch in
Click here to see a short video of the space we will be using. This video on Instagram was from a previous self love workshop.about letting go and embracing change. As we travel through darker, colder days and nights nature reminds us to let go and trust the natural rhythm of the seasons; the darkness is just as important as the light. We need both, just like the sun and the moon. One cannot exist without the other.
Equally, when it comes to self love, it important to learn to love and accept even the parts of us we may dislike, resist or neglect. It is important to recognise our own shadows and how they serve our growth and development.
This retreat creates space for you acknowledge the dark and light within you, through self love and self compassion.
Quite often in the modern world our yin (receiving, feminine energy) and yang (giving, masculine energy) is out of balance.
Winter Balm Making Workshop
Come and enjoy learning about using essential oils to support the immune system, throughout the winter months.
Make and take home a vapour rub; invaluable for soothing coughs & congestion that can interfere with getting a good night’s sleep. We’ll also make nourishing & protective lip balms.
The workshop is lead by Jo Peace, qualified Aromatherapist. We'll be using Neal's Yard Essential Oils as well as organic, plant based carriers.
There be tea and cake!
£25
Tickets are available at @innerpeacederby | Linktree
Reiki Healing Share
We have a new monthly group starting at the Elephant rooms, Draycott in the beautiful retreat. 🎉🥳🌿
Each month, on the 4th Tuesday of the month, 5.30 – 7pm, we are holding a Reiki share. This is open to anyone that already has some training, with all with levels 1 through to master level welcome.
It’ll be a chance to refresh your skills, practice, share techniques and also receive reiki. It will also be lovely to meet other reiki practitioners and support one another locally. 🙌✨️
Fran Smith from QiTransitions will be holding the space for everyone. We’ll start with a gentle meditation to get us in the mood, and then give and receive reiki to one another. They’ll no doubt be time for a cup of tea and a chat too. Come and be part of what will hopefully be some lovely, relaxed, informal and regenerative evenings. ✨️🙌🙏😊
Cost is £7.
Please contact Fran Smith at
Fran.Smith@btinternet.com
on 0781 3641006
@QiTransitions
for more details and to book.
innerdance
innerdance is transcendence - an internal process of transformation
Lie down for a meditative shamanic journey in held space where you are your own healer and guide.
Participants report a feeling of deep release and wellbeing and leave feeling uplifted.
£25 - booking essential
Please text or email: Nell 07951 085378 nell@nellbrooker.co.uk
Women’s Circle and EcoNIDRA
As you step over the threshold into Circle space, you will have a sense of leaving the outside world at the door. You will be met with a warm welcome as you enter the space. Your senses will be met with evocative music and the smell of essential oils fragrancing the air.
As women, we often wear various masks and play diverse roles, absorbing the energies of those around us. Circle serves as a sacred space where you can shed those masks, release the roles, and leave behind the energies you've been carrying for others. It's a place to be witnessed exactly as you are, free from judgment, without any attempts to 'fix' you. We don't offer advice; instead, we trust that each woman present is the heroine of her own story.
In a world where spaces for women to retreat, be nourished, and experience collective care are scarce, Circle stands out as a rare sanctuary.
The structure of my Circles is straightforward:
1 I introduce myself.
2 I invite you to introduce yourself.
3 There will be some poetry.
4 Meditation follows.
5 An opportunity for open sharing.
6 The Circle gently closes.
Feel free to share as much or as little as you like; all that's asked is to listen with an open heart. To maintain an intimate atmosphere, I limit attendance to ten participants. Keep an eye out for an email from me 24 hours before the event, and if you don't find it, please check your junk mail!
I can’t wait to welcome you over the threshold.
Once we have closed our Circle we will then embark on the final journey of the day with a beautiful and restorative EcoNIDRA practice. Eco-Nidra™ is more than just a meditation; it's a deeply relaxing and restorative experience. Studies have shown that just one session equals the rejuvenation of 3-4 hours of restful sleep. In our busy modern lives, we often neglect the deep rest we truly need. Eco-Nidra™ helps us unwind, release tension, and discover a profound sense of peace. The real beauty of it is that it's accessible to everyone, even if meditation is a completely new concept to you or it's something you've struggled to do previously. All that is required of you is to lie down and listen to my voice.
In each session, we travel together on a triple journey; the first is a journey into our senses, the second is a pilgrimage through our bodies and the third takes us into the natural world through a specially curated soundscape. Each EcoNIDRA session lasts between 45-50 minutes and it's best practiced in the Shavasana position - lying down on your back.
What sets Eco-Nidra™ apart is its unique gift of reconnecting us to the natural world, reminding us that we are part of the interconnected web of life. It cultivates eco-consciousness, plants seeds of transformation and encourages acts of kindness.
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Long Lost Sisters
Gut Health Mini Retreat
Fed up of feeling bloated, tired and windy?...
Can't quite put your finger on it, but you know something isn't right with your digestion?...
Interested in finding out more about how your whole body health is connected to your gut?...
Want to meet new people (also interested in health and the gut), have a tasty lunch together and learn how to ferment your own vegetables?...
... Trust your gut and join me for this half day mini retreat on gut health, nutrition and fermented foods!
There’s so much buzz around gut health these days, but what does it all mean? How do you cut through all the marketing, health claims and online information to understand this subject? And why would you even want to?
In this workshop, we cover:
What the gut is and how it impacts not just your digestive but your mental and whole body health
What factors lead to poor gut health and what symptoms that might create
How to restore your gut to health and balance your microbiome
A super tasty, gut-healthy, organic, vegetarian lunch
A demo on the beauty and simplicity of making fermented vegetables (and why everyone should!)
A chance to have a go at making your own kraut from a selection of organic ingredients which you will take home and enjoy (when it’s ready)
Held at the beautiful, calming and restorative space that is the Elephant Rooms in Draycott. Hopefully the weather will be nice and we'll have a chance to potter about the gardens, but if not the inside space is warm and welcoming. All manner of herbal (and normal) teas will be available throughout the day. You'll also be treated to a delicious vegetarian lunch (let me know if you have any dietary requirements e.g. allergies or vegan) and snacks.
Don't delay booking your tickets, spaces are limited due to the space available and wanting to keep it quite intimate. Can't wait to see you there!
Tickets £65
Expansive Friday: Full Moon Manifestation Meditation, Hypno Sound Bath
Expansive Fridays: Full Moon Manifestation, Hypno Sound Bath with Darren & Jane from Congeries of Sound
Use the clear light of this full moon to illuminate your targets. what do you really want over the next few months, what are you working towards, what is your top priority, a manifestation evening of high energy, incorporating a high vibrational sound bath.
Cost is £20 per person.
07974 863167
Liu Zi Jue: Qi Gong Workshop
“Liu Zi Jue”
The main focus of our Six Healing Sounds Health Qigong is the sounds that we make as we exhale, resonating at frequencies to benefit individual organs of the body. Accompanied by simple movements, this routine is truly relaxing and meditative. Please don’t feel shy as we learn to make the sounds together, whether you are a novice or improver!
Suitable for beginners to Qigong, Angela will demonstrate the movements and explain the associated traditional Chinese medicine health benefits. For improvers to Qigong, Angela will tailor the workshop so that you can refine the movements and benefit from a deeper practice.
This Qigong half-day workshop is priced at £28, or if you wish to book three half-day workshops in the Qigong series, it is £75 to book the triple.
To book, or for more information please contact Angela on
07762 380277 or angela@qigongwithangela.co.uk
Applying Tai Chi Principles to Yang Style 8-Step Form
“Applying Tai Chi Principles to Yang Style 8-Step Form”
Have you ever wondered how Tai Chi progresses from a movement exercise to an internal energy art? It is the application of the Tai Chi principles to the basic choreography of the movements that makes that crucial difference! Once you have learnt the eight postures in the Yang style 8-step form, the ten principles introduced at this workshop will allow you to discover the concepts of Tai Chi that underpin our practice, feeling a difference in how we perform our Tai Chi both physically and mentally. Now is your chance to experience for yourself why people call Tai Chi “meditation in motion”!
Our 2024 Tai Chi workshops form a series that is suitable for novices starting with the basics, learning – step by step - the 8-step Tai Chi form, and then deepening their understanding and practice of Tai Chi with the introduction of Tai Chi principles. Whilst the workshops are designed to work as a series of three, building upon the previous workshop(s), you have the option of choosing one or more of the workshops, depending on your previous experience.
This Tai Chi half-day workshop is priced at £28, or if you wish to book all three workshops in the Tai Chi series, it is £75 to book the triple.
To book, or for more information please contact Angela on
07762 380277 or angela@qigongwithangela.co.uk
Pilates Posture & Joint Pain Workshop
Join us for a transformative 2-hour Pilates-based Posture and Joint Pain workshop! Designed to alleviate discomfort and improve alignment, this workshop focuses on exercises that strengthen core muscles, enhance flexibility, and promote better posture. Our expert instructors will guide you through gentle yet effective movements tailored to reduce joint pain and prevent future issues. Set in the lovely Elephant Rooms studio, this workshop is perfect for all fitness levels and provides personalised attention to ensure you achieve lasting benefits. Feel more aligned, pain-free, and rejuvenated. Reserve your spot today!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your Pilates practice to the next level!
Limited spots available, so don't wait!
£25
To book email Jane
Pilatesjaneuk@gmail.com
07986 106046
Sound Gong Bath
A Sound / Gong Bath is a vibrational healing sensation that helps still the mind and soothe the soul. It can be an unforgettable experience for those who seek deep relaxation, rejuvenation and an acceleration of their inward journey. Time is suspended as you enter a world of vibration, sensation and experiences. Physical injuries may be healed, and old emotional traumas may be released. People may often find resolutions to emotional issues during this time.
This journey gives you the opportunity to explore yourself in a deeper level of consciousness. The healing vibrational sounds helps the physical and emotional states within the body to re-align and repair. This allows your body to find a natural calmness whilst allowing for space for insights and thoughts. You can feel truly, vibrantly alive. Once you’ve had your first Sound Bath you’ll want more.
Sound Therapy is effective in not only achieving a state of relaxation, but it also has a way of moving through energy blockages in the body. The journey has been known to help ease many conditions such as stress, anxiety, high blood pressure, depression, sleep disorders, MS, pain and autism. The sound healing vibrations help to release stress, allowing the whole body to enter into a deep relaxation of harmony and joyfulness.
Everything on Earth is made up from sound vibrations and each person is believed to have their own vibrational footprint. During a sound bath the aim is to help relax your body and mind so that you can experience the sound waves washing over you.
Most of the instruments are played from one place, however, occasionally they may be brought around the room and played over your body.
Please wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat, blanket and cushion to be warm and comfortable. Most people lie down during a Sound Bath, whereas some choose to sit in a comfortable chair.
No prior experience, effort or practice is required to participate. All welcome, However, please note sound therapy is not recommended for people with pacemakers or pregnant ladies in their 1st trimester. If you have any illnesses or aliments and are unsure if this experience will be suitable for you, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Cost £20
To Book
07974 863167
darren07clarke@hotmail.com
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Website
Sound Gong Bath
A Sound / Gong Bath is a vibrational healing sensation that helps still the mind and soothe the soul. It can be an unforgettable experience for those who seek deep relaxation, rejuvenation and an acceleration of their inward journey. Time is suspended as you enter a world of vibration, sensation and experiences. Physical injuries may be healed, and old emotional traumas may be released. People may often find resolutions to emotional issues during this time.
This journey gives you the opportunity to explore yourself in a deeper level of consciousness. The healing vibrational sounds helps the physical and emotional states within the body to re-align and repair. This allows your body to find a natural calmness whilst allowing for space for insights and thoughts. You can feel truly, vibrantly alive. Once you’ve had your first Sound Bath you’ll want more.
Sound Therapy is effective in not only achieving a state of relaxation, but it also has a way of moving through energy blockages in the body. The journey has been known to help ease many conditions such as stress, anxiety, high blood pressure, depression, sleep disorders, MS, pain and autism. The sound healing vibrations help to release stress, allowing the whole body to enter into a deep relaxation of harmony and joyfulness.
Everything on Earth is made up from sound vibrations and each person is believed to have their own vibrational footprint. During a sound bath the aim is to help relax your body and mind so that you can experience the sound waves washing over you.
Most of the instruments are played from one place, however, occasionally they may be brought around the room and played over your body.
Please wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat, blanket and cushion to be warm and comfortable. Most people lie down during a Sound Bath, whereas some choose to sit in a comfortable chair.
No prior experience, effort or practice is required to participate. All welcome, However, please note sound therapy is not recommended for people with pacemakers or pregnant ladies in their 1st trimester. If you have any illnesses or aliments and are unsure if this experience will be suitable for you, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Cost £20
To Book
07974 863167
darren07clarke@hotmail.com
Facebook
Website
Perimenopause: Navigating hormone mayhem with food
Has something changed with your body, your health or your cycle and you just can’t quite put your finger on what? It’s possible you might be perimenopausal.
Perimenopause is the period leading up to menopause in which your hormones begin to fluctuate, leading to a variety of symptoms and often irregular cycles. It can last anything up to 10 years prior to the menopause itself.
In this workshop we’ll look at what’s going on with your hormones compared to your usual cycle and how those changes can lead to symptoms and effects in the body. Importantly, we’ll look at how you can support your body during this period, using specific foods and nutrients to support the production of hormones, helping to keep you more balanced.
We’ll also look at what to expect when you finally transition from peri- to postmenopause - with more on this in the nutrition for postmenopause workshop!
This workshop takes place at the beautiful Elephant Rooms in Draycott - a relaxing, welcoming place. Tickets are limited due to space available so book early to secure your place. Drinks, refreshments and handouts are included in the ticket price of £25.
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Mindfulness Meditation & More
‘Opportunities for mindful moments are all around us'
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced meditator, this session invites you to get creative with your mindfulness practices. We will explore opportunities for mindfulness in our daily lives; with inspiration taken from nature, music, literature, our senses, and much more.
This session may be of particular interest to those who have tried (and struggled) to connect with regular mindfulness and meditation practices. Meditations in the session will be short, ranging from 5-10 minutes, so it is ideal for individuals who have previously tried meditation but found themselves prone to feeling 'distracted’, ‘restless’, or ‘bored’.
For experienced meditators, it is hoped that this session may offer interesting and simple ways to further develop your practice.
✨ Facilitator:
Danielle La Roche
Donation Based Event (suggested donation £5)
Drop in - no need to book.
Qi Transitions Self-Care Day
Would you like to try some yoga but don’t know where to start? Maybe you’d like to try a guided meditation, or find out some more about eastern approaches to self-care? Perhaps you’d just like a day where you can concentrate on you, physically and emotionally. On Saturday 28th September, Fran from QiTransitions will be leading 5 different sessions for you to explore.
10.00 – 11.00 There’ll be a Kundalini Yoga class, suitable for absolute beginners, giving us a gentle introduction to the day.
11.15 – 12.15. Come and learn some Japanese Do-In, waking up our meridians with a set of 5 exercises, alongside a routine of gentle self-massage, brushing and body awareness.
12.20 – 1.00 We’ll round off the morning with a Guided meditation focussing on IKIGAI, our reason for being.
Lunch time (Lunch not provided).
1.30 – 2.45 We’ll start the afternoon with a more general Kundalini Yoga class. Beginners are welcome alongside more experienced yogis. We’ll just adapt your postures depending on your ability and how much you’d like to do. This kundalini class will include asana’s, a kriya and some breathwork.
3.00 – 4.30 Rounding off the day, we’ll have an Inner Dance session. Whilst lying or sitting, we’ll use a wide range of music to evoke and stir up any lingering heaviness and internal toxins, allowing us to let go and clear from our bodies and energy.
£10 per session, or £40 for the whole day,
To book or for more information, please do get in touch 😊
Fran.Smith@btinternet.com
07813641006
Restorative Yoga and Reiki Drum Journey/Meditation Afternoon with Elaine
This will be a beautiful afternoon with the opportunity to give back to oneself. We will start with a restorative yoga practice starting by laying down inviting mind and body to feel more relaxed. Along the way bringing some calming breathing exercises. We will playfully explore with some very gentle yoga moves allowing a natural release.
We will then move gently back down to earth for a Reiki Drum Journey/meditation. You may also (if you like) receive one to one Reiki Drum healing.
Reiki is a system of natural healing. Reiki is a non- invasive therapy and can be used along with other therapies. There will be sweet treats at the end of the session to ground you.
No experience necessary. Any questions please feel free to contact me directly.
£20.00 per person to be booked in advance - non refundable.
Elaine Richards
Mobile : 07731659367
Email : innerhealing1956@gmail.com
Expansive Friday: Yoga Nidra, Mindful Movement, Breathwork & Sound Journey with Lucas
Expansive Fridays: Yoga Nidra, Mindful Movement, Breathwork & Sound Journey with Lucas
Our time together will combine mindful movement, meditation, Yoga Nidra and sound healing. Everything will be designed to give yourself time to rest and come home to your true, wonderful self. During the Yoga Nidra and sound journey, you will be invited to find as much stillness as you can as you are guided through a restful and illuminating adventure into the body and mind.
Give yourself time to relax, breathe and sink into the moment using ancient tools passed down through generations. There will be space for feedback and sharing experiences at the end 🙏🏿
For booking please contact lucasbrooks@live.co.uk or 07899814768
Women’s Circle and EcoNIDRA
As you step over the threshold into Circle space, you will have a sense of leaving the outside world at the door. You will be met with a warm welcome as you enter the space. Your senses will be met with evocative music and the smell of essential oils fragrancing the air.
As women, we often wear various masks and play diverse roles, absorbing the energies of those around us. Circle serves as a sacred space where you can shed those masks, release the roles, and leave behind the energies you've been carrying for others. It's a place to be witnessed exactly as you are, free from judgment, without any attempts to 'fix' you. We don't offer advice; instead, we trust that each woman present is the heroine of her own story.
In a world where spaces for women to retreat, be nourished, and experience collective care are scarce, Circle stands out as a rare sanctuary.
The structure of my Circles is straightforward:
1 I introduce myself.
2 I invite you to introduce yourself.
3 There will be some poetry.
4 Meditation follows.
5 An opportunity for open sharing.
6 The Circle gently closes.
Feel free to share as much or as little as you like; all that's asked is to listen with an open heart. To maintain an intimate atmosphere, I limit attendance to ten participants. Keep an eye out for an email from me 24 hours before the event, and if you don't find it, please check your junk mail!
I can’t wait to welcome you over the threshold.
Once we have closed our Circle we will then embark on the final journey of the day with a beautiful and restorative EcoNIDRA practice. Eco-Nidra™ is more than just a meditation; it's a deeply relaxing and restorative experience. Studies have shown that just one session equals the rejuvenation of 3-4 hours of restful sleep. In our busy modern lives, we often neglect the deep rest we truly need. Eco-Nidra™ helps us unwind, release tension, and discover a profound sense of peace. The real beauty of it is that it's accessible to everyone, even if meditation is a completely new concept to you or it's something you've struggled to do previously. All that is required of you is to lie down and listen to my voice.
In each session, we travel together on a triple journey; the first is a journey into our senses, the second is a pilgrimage through our bodies and the third takes us into the natural world through a specially curated soundscape. Each EcoNIDRA session lasts between 45-50 minutes and it's best practiced in the Shavasana position - lying down on your back.
What sets Eco-Nidra™ apart is its unique gift of reconnecting us to the natural world, reminding us that we are part of the interconnected web of life. It cultivates eco-consciousness, plants seeds of transformation and encourages acts of kindness.
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Long Lost Sisters
Taiji Yang Sheng Zhang: Qi Gong Workshop
“Taiji Yang Sheng Zhang”
An exciting opportunity to use a smooth wooden stick as part of our Qigong. The stick becomes an extension of our arms with all movements soft and slow, embodying the concept of harmony between yin and yang. Guided by the stick, particularly through rotating our wrists and spinal column, stretching the upper back and shoulders, we can stimulate the circulation of qi and blood, relaxing our muscles and bones to balance yin and yang, keeping fit and healthy.
Suitable for beginners to Qigong, Angela will demonstrate the movements and explain the associated traditional Chinese medicine health benefits. For improvers to Qigong, Angela will tailor the workshop so that you can refine the movements and benefit from a deeper practice.
This Qigong full-day workshop is priced at £55, celebrate World Health Qigong Day with Angela!
To book, or for more information please contact Angela on
07762 380277 or angela@qigongwithangela.co.uk
Pilates Workshop with Weights & Resistance Bands
Workshop Pilates with weights and resistance bands
Elevate your fitness routine with my dynamic and fun 2-hour Pilates workshop featuring weights and resistance bands! This session is designed to intensify your Pilates practice, enhancing strength, flexibility, and muscle tone. Using weights and resistance bands, you'll experience a full-body workout that challenges your muscles and boosts your metabolism. I will provide personalised guidance in a supportive and energising environment, ensuring you maximise the benefits of each movement.
Perfect for all fitness levels, this workshop will leave you feeling strong, balanced, and invigorated.
Reserve your spot today!
£25
To book email Jane
Pilatesjaneuk@gmail.com
07986 106046