Dreaming the Body Awake: A Winter Solstice Somatic Journey

Dreaming the Body Awake: A Winter Solstice Somatic Journey

As we gather on the Winter Solstice, we invite you to join us for “Dreaming the Body Awake” – a day-long immersion into the wisdom of your body, the depths of your unconscious mind, and the quiet power of the season.

Morning Session: Awakening the Body

Our journey begins with gentle yet powerful somatic practices:

• Ground yourself in the present moment as we orient to our surroundings
• Engage in familiar movement patterns that awaken comfort and ease
• Experience the joy of full-body expression, cultivating lightness and flow
• Learn to “fly” through space, unlocking new dimensions of bodily awareness
• Intuitive Free Movement: As we become more attuned to our bodies, the structured sequences will organically open up into intuitive, authentic free movement meditation, allowing for deep personal expression and discovery

As our physical selves come alive, we’ll transition into a state of deep rest, where we’ll:

• Tune into the subtle energies flowing through your body
• Explore the rich tapestry of sensations and emotions that arise
• Connect with your “dreaming body” – the deep well of unconscious wisdom
• Allow the boundaries between waking and dreaming to soften

Shared Lunch and Community

We’ll pause for a simple nourishing potluck-style lunch. Each participant is invited to bring a dish or some favourite lunchtime snacky items to share. This communal meal offers time for reflection and connection with fellow participants.

Afternoon Session: Deepening into Dream and Rest

After lunch, our exploration continues:

• Dream sharing and analysis: Learn techniques to connect more deeply with your dreams and unconscious mind
• Earth-focused fluid somatic sequences: Engage in simple, flowing movements that induce a dreamlike state of moving meditation
• Restorative yoga: Slow down and settle into deeply restful postures
• Yoga Nidra: Experience a guided journey into conscious sleep

Winter Solstice: A Time for Reflection and Renewal

This gathering aligns with the Winter Solstice, a powerful time for introspection and renewal.

The Solstice marks:

•  The longest night of the year, inviting us to turn inward
• A natural pause before the gradual return of light
• An ideal moment for ritual, reflection, and setting intentions

By connecting with our deeper subconscious, body wisdom, and reflective mind during this workshop, we honour the Solstice energy and prepare for the renewal that comes with the returning light.

Join us as we dream our bodies awake, unlocking new realms of self-discovery and inner guidance. This workshop is suitable for all levels of experience – simply bring an open mind, comfortable clothes, and a willingness to explore.

Embrace the wisdom of winter and the power of your dreaming body in this unique solstice gathering.

Price

£65

(Earlybird price: £55 until Friday 1st November)